Watch: Gents 1930s Omega Wrist Watch

The watch has a calibre R17.8 15-jewel hand-winding movement which is working nicely. The movement is fully signed and it has the serial number 9165914 which dates it back to the mid 1930s. The watch measures 25.5mm wide excluding the later winding crown, and 25.5mm high excluding the lugs. The case is stainless steel and it is in good condition with just light surface marks and some short scratches to the edge of the back. The inside of the case back has the Omega logo, together with the case reference 3831 which is correct for the calibre R17.8. The convex lens has a little minor marking if you look closely. The signed dial is in its original finish with a sunburst finish… it has probably darkened a shade or two over the years, and there is general light marking. The hands have been re-painted at some stage. A later leather strap has been fitted. The watch comes in a new presentation box. All prices include UK postage (excluding Northern Ireland). Please cost us regarding international shipping costs. Some countries do not allow the importation of antiques / watches / precious metals. Please contact us prior to placing an order if you are unsure about your country and we can check this for you. The international buyer is responsible for paying any import duties and taxes. All of our watches are checked over before listing and are also checked for accuracy which is usually within around +/- two to three minutes over 24 hours (unless otherwise stated), which is considered respectable for a vintage watch. We are a Vat registered company and all purchases are covered by Consumer Regulations. Credit / debit card purchases can be made over the telephone on 01386 750238 or you can proceed via the red 'Buy Now' button on each listing page. We are an on-line only business and do not have facilities for callers. Our offices are open from Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm. With regards to appraisals / valuations, we receive a huge number of information requests each day and unfortunately do not have the manpower to deal with them all individually. Our advice would be to contact a local auctioneer for a full appraisal.