This Watch

A lovely, understated ladies Omega De Ville from 1975, built around Omega’s dependable manual-wind calibre 625 and presented in that wonderfully “quiet luxury” De Ville style. This one is all about proportion: a slim, elegant case, a clean two-hand layout, and a warm champagne dial that reads far more expensive than its “entry-level vintage Omega” positioning.

The dial is a masterclass in restraint—no fuss, no clutter—just crisp baton markers and fine hands that give it a jewellery-like elegance on the wrist. It’s the kind of watch that disappears under a cuff, but looks absolutely spot-on with a dress, knitwear, or a simple shirt. A genuinely versatile his-or-hers look in spirit (just scaled for a classic ladies fit), and a very approachable way into vintage Omega with a true in-house movement.

See the 32mm version here! 

Extra Points 

Founded by Louis Brandt in 1848, Omega started out as La Generale Watch Co., an unassuming, but international business.   It wasn't until 1885, when the company had been taken over by Louis' sons, that the first mass-produced caliber, the Labrador, was released.  By 1903, the company had renamed itself Omega and only two years later were they the official timekeepers at many sporting events across Switzerland.  Omega stepped onto an international stage in 1932 as the official timekeepers at the Olympic Games in Los Angeles, the first of over 20 Olympic Games. Omega were one of the 12 companies, now known as the Dirty Dozen, commissioned to produce watches for the British Military during the Second World War.  One of Omega's most iconic watches, the Seamaster, was introduced in 1948 to celebrate their 100th anniversary.  Over 70 years later, it is still one of Omega's best selling watches.  Omega made headlines in 1962 when Wally Schirra wore the Speedmaster as part of NASA's first crewed spaceflight programme, making the Speedmaster the first watch to enter space.  It was only a few years before the Speedmaster became the official chronograph for the American space missions and was worn by Buzz Aldrin as well as the Apollo 13 crew.  Omega are still involved with NASA and have been instrumental in creating vital pieces of equipment for space exploration. 

This watch comes fully serviced by our on-site workshop and with a 12 month, non-waterproof service cover.

If you want a vintage Omega that’s wearable, tasteful, and doesn’t shout, this is a brilliant choice. The De Ville line has always been about refinement rather than ruggedness—clean cases, clean dials, and movements that are easy to live with. As a first step into vintage Omega (or as a second “proper watch” for someone who already has modern pieces), this one absolutely nails the brief: simple, elegant, and authentically Omega. We have opted for a bold summer red strap which we can change or other colours on request.