Omega De Ville 111.100 (1970-1979)

Presented for auction by Second Vintage This elegant Omega De Ville distinguishes itself through a striking combination of a distinctive stainless steel cushion case and an exceptionally clean silver dial. The dial's horizontal brushing creates a beautiful texture that perfectly complements the applied black Roman numerals and crisp stick hands, resulting in a highly legible and sophisticated vintage dress watch. Brand: Omega Model: De Ville Reference Number: 111.100 Serial Number: 31357344 Movement: Manual-wind Omega Caliber 620, 17 jewels Dial: Silver with horizontal brushed finish, applied black Roman numerals and stick indices Case Size: 34mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Stainless Steel Production Year: circa 1970 Condition: Excellent vintage condition. Timegrapher: -40-42s/day, running in operational condition. Dial and Hands The silver dial is exceptionally clean and well-preserved, featuring a refined horizontal brushed finish that plays wonderfully with the light. Applied black Roman numerals mark the quarters, while sleek stick indices complete the remaining hours. The dial surface remains pristine, showing minimal signs of aging or spotting. A pair of crisp black stick hands provides excellent contrast and legibility, exhibiting a clean finish with no visible corrosion or damage. Case and Crystal The 34mm stainless steel cushion case presents honest vintage character with normal wear. The unibody front design features a brushed finish that transitions smoothly to polished flanks, maintaining relatively well-defined edges throughout. Light surface scratches and minor handling marks are visible, consistent with the age of the timepiece. The original signed Omega crown is present, retaining intact and well-defined knurling. A clear, flat acrylic crystal protects the dial, free from significant scratches, crazing, or chips. Movement Inside rests the manual-wind Omega Caliber 620, a highly regarded ultra-thin movement featuring 17 jewels and adjusted to two positions. The movement displays bright and clean copper-colored plating, with no visible corrosion, oxidation, or significant tool marks. The screws and jewels appear in good condition, and the caliber is properly engraved with the matching serial number 31357344. Timegrapher: -40-42s/day. Running in operational condition. Maintains the authentic mechanical character of the watch. Strap The watch is fitted with a fresh black leather strap featuring contrasting white stitching. The strap appears unworn or very lightly used, providing a comfortable and stylish complement to the cushion case. Condition Excellent vintage condition. The watch is exceptionally clean and well-preserved, particularly on the dial, which remains free of significant aging. The stainless steel cushion case shows light surface scratches and minor handling wear expected of a classic piece from this era, while maintaining good overall definition. The crystal is clear and free of notable flaws. The movement is running in operational condition. Dimensions The case measures 34mm in diameter, and this measurement strictly excludes the crown. Remarks This De Ville stands out for its beautiful horizontal brushed dial and the crisp contrast of its black Roman numerals. The distinctive cushion case offers excellent wrist presence, making this a sophisticated and highly wearable vintage dress watch. History Introduced as part of the Seamaster line before becoming its own standalone collection in 1967, the Omega De Ville was designed to represent urban elegance and refined aesthetics. Moving away from the purely utilitarian or sporty designs of its siblings, the De Ville focused on slim profiles, sophisticated dials, and elegant case geometries. The Caliber 620 was instrumental in this design philosophy, providing a reliable and exceptionally thin manual-wind movement that allowed Omega to experiment with sleek dress watch proportions throughout the late 1960s and 1970s. / Second Vintage SKU: OME-DXX-0012