2.0786 OMEGA ‘DENISTEEL’, SWISS-ENGLAND 1954

£600.00

This collectible Omega timepiece was officially assembled in England in 1954 (suggested by the serial number 14.380.NNN) and features a rare Dennison-made ‘Denisteel’ dustproof stainless steel case. The Dennison Watch Case Company, established in the 19th century, was renowned for producing high-quality cases for luxury brands like Omega, Rolex, and Longines. Both the case manufacturing  and the Omega brand movement make this piece a desirable collectors item not to be missed!

About Omega

Omega SA is a Swiss luxury watchmaker, currently a subsidiary of the Swiss Swatch Group, originally founded by Louis Brandt in 1903 in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland. The company was initially called Louis Brandt et Frére – Omega Watch & Co, but this was shortened in 1982 to Omega SA.

Omega has experienced much success during their existence. They were chosen to be the official timekeeper for Britain’s Royal Flying Corps combat units in 1917, and then again for the USA Army in 1918. They were the official choice of NASA, and the first watch on the moon in 1969 for the Apollo 11 mission. The list goes on and on… Omega has been the official timekeeper for the Olympic games since 1932, has been worn in all the James Bond films since 1995; other patrons of the company have included Buzz Aldrin, Elvis Presley, and John F. Kennedy.

Servicing and Guarantee

This timepiece has been serviced with full disassembly. Make sure to follow the usage and care guidelines.

Overview

Case and Strap

  • ‘Denisteel’ dustproof stainless steel case
  • Matching stainless steel caseback
  • New stock Genuine leather 18mm strap
  • Omega stamped stainless steel buckle

Dimensions:

  • Width w/o crown: 33.2mm
  • Width w/ crown: 35mm
  • Height: 41.4mm
  • Thickness: 9.5mm
  • Strap width: 18mm

Dial and Hands

  • Applied Omega old style logo
  • Printed Omega text
  • ‘Off white’ vintage dial
  • Silver hands and indices

Movement

  • Omega 266

Testing results:

  • Testing duration: 1 week cyclic test 20-40 sec/day

Servicing and Guarantee

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