Omega De Ville Cushion Case 111.0131 (1970-1979)

Presented for auction by Second Vintage This classic vintage Omega De Ville dress watch pairs an elegant cushion case design with an exceptionally clean vertically brushed dial. The distinctive cabochon-set crown adds a striking detail to its minimalist profile, while the reliable manual wind Caliber 625 ensures a highly enjoyable mechanical experience. Brand: Omega Model: De Ville Reference Number: 111.0131 Serial Number: 42098905 Movement: Manual wind, Caliber 625, 17 jewels Dial: Silver and champagne tone with vertical brushed finish Case Size: 29 mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Gold-plated Production Year: Circa 1979 Condition: Excellent vintage condition. Timegrapher: -10s-12s/day with strong amplitude, performing remarkably well. Dial and Hands The silver and champagne tone dial features a beautiful vertical brushed finish, complemented by crisp black printed text and a subtle minute track. Maintaining a clean and minimalist aesthetic, the dial shows no significant spotting, staining, or visible damage. The black stick hands offer excellent contrast and remain in superb preservation, displaying no visible oxidation or damage. Case and Crystal The cushion shape design is executed with a gold-plated upper case and a stainless steel caseback, with the bezel seamlessly integrated into the case structure. The watch presents honest vintage wear, displaying moderate surface scratches consistent with its age. While the plating shows some age-related dulling, it appears generally intact across the surfaces. A gold-tone crown featuring a black cabochon insert completes the profile, showing no visible Omega signature. The flat crystal remains clear, with no major scratches, chips, or crazing visible. Movement Inside the case beats the manual wind Omega Caliber 625, a 17-jewel movement engraved with its serial number 42098905. The plates and bridges feature a classic copper-colored finish and remain visually clean, showing no obvious signs of corrosion, oxidation, or damage. Recording -10s-12s/day with strong amplitude on the timegrapher. Exhibiting remarkable accuracy and consistency, performing brilliantly for a vintage timepiece. Strap The watch is fitted with a black leather strap featuring brown contrast stitching. The material shows light wear and creasing, perfectly suiting the elegant profile of the watch. Condition Excellent vintage condition. The silver and champagne dial and black stick hands are exceptionally clean, displaying remarkable preservation. The gold-plated cushion case presents honest wear, with moderate surface scratches and some age-related dulling to the plating, though it remains generally intact. The crystal is clear and free of major flaws. The manual wind movement is clean and visually well-preserved. Supported by the recorded timegrapher result, the movement is performing very strongly. Dimensions 29 mm (excluding the crown) Remarks This De Ville stands out for its minimalist layout and striking vertically brushed dial. The inclusion of the cabochon-set crown and the reliable manual wind movement make it a highly refined and ready-to-wear dress watch. History The Omega De Ville collection has long represented the brand's commitment to sophisticated, elegant dress watches. Originally born from the Seamaster line, the De Ville eventually became its own distinct family, focusing on slim profiles and refined aesthetics. Late 1970s models featuring cushion cases perfectly reflect the design language of the era, offering a classic profile powered by trusted manual wind calibers like the 625. / Second Vintage SKU: OME-ODV-0060