Omega De Ville 166033 (1960-1969)

Now available at auction from Second Vintage A classic vintage Omega De Ville dress watch, this elegant timepiece presents a handsome silver vertically brushed dial. Characterized by its timeless mid-century aesthetic, the watch retains its signed Omega crown and offers collectors a highly wearable and attractive dress profile. Brand: Omega Model: De Ville Reference Number: 166033 Movement: Automatic Dial: Silver vertically brushed finish with applied indices Case Size: 34mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Stainless steel Production Year: 1960s Condition: Good vintage condition. Timegrapher: -15-17s/day, performing remarkably well. Dial and Hands The dial presents an attractive original silver finish with a distinctive vertical brushing that interacts beautifully with the light. Applied indices and the applied Omega logo remain fully intact, maintaining the refined dress watch layout. As expected with age, minor aging is present, including a few small spots of discoloration visible notably near the 8 and 9 o'clock positions. The black painted stick hands provide strong contrast against the silver dial but show noticeable surface aging, with visible degradation, texture, and dirt on the black finish under macro inspection. Case and Crystal The stainless steel case features a polished finish and a smooth integrated bezel, displaying honest wear consistent with its age. Moderate surface scratches and handling wear are visible across the case and bezel. The caseback retains its original engravings, which are faint but still visible. The watch is fitted with a signed Omega crown in good condition with defined knurling, allowing for easy operation. A domed acrylic crystal protects the dial, remaining clear overall with only minor surface wear. Movement Powering this De Ville is a mechanical automatic movement. The timegrapher records a rate of -15-17s/day. Exhibiting remarkable accuracy and consistency, performing brilliantly for a vintage timepiece. Strap The watch is fitted with a black leather strap featuring white contrast stitching. The strap appears lightly used and remains in good condition, complementing the classic dress watch aesthetic. Condition Good vintage condition. The stainless steel case shows moderate surface scratches and handling wear, while the caseback engravings have grown faint over time. The silver brushed dial remains attractive with minor aging, most notably a few small spots near the 8 and 9 o'clock markers. The black painted hands exhibit visible surface degradation and dirt under close inspection. The movement is performing very strongly, supported by the recorded timegrapher result. Dimensions The case measures 34mm in diameter (excluding the crown). Remarks This Omega De Ville offers a highly attractive silver vertically brushed dial and a reliable automatic movement. With its signed crown and classic proportions, it represents an excellent opportunity to acquire a handsome mid-century dress watch. History The Omega De Ville line originally began as a collection within the Seamaster family before becoming a standalone series in 1967. Designed to offer a more refined and elegant alternative to Omega's dedicated tool watches, the De Ville quickly became celebrated for its sophisticated styling and reliable mechanical performance. Throughout the 1960s, these models established a reputation as the definitive mid-century dress watch, combining clean dial layouts with robust automatic calibers. Today, vintage De Ville models remain highly appreciated by collectors for their classical proportions and enduring design language. / Second Vintage SKU: OME-ADV-0002