This is a scarce and early vintage Omega rectangular watch made for the US collection and market. It will fit perfectly on a smaller size wrist due to its size. The rare factory original finish dial is untouched and in great condition. The fully serviced 302 manual wind movement works well and keeps time well. Unpolished 14k gold-filled case in excellent condition with personal engraving—original signed crown. The crystal is in excellent condition. The movement serial number is 13178595, dating this watch to 1952. The case model is 6242 and measures 23.5mm across, excluding the crown (25.3mm shoulder width) by 40mm lug tip to lug tip. It will come with a brand new 18mm croco-grain genuine leather strap. The wrist size in the photos is 6 inches.
1952 OMEGA RECTANGULAR WATCH
Circa: 1952
Model: Unsigned
Calibre: 302
Movement serial #: 13178595
Jewel count: 17 jewels
Movement Type: Manual wind
Case model: 6242
Case Material: 14k gold-filled
Case gasket: Does not take a gasket
Crystal: Acrylic crystal
Crown: Signed
Case Diameter excluding crown: 23.5mm center x 25.3mm shoulders
Case length lug tip to lug tip: 40mm
Dial: Factory original finish
Hand type: Dauphine
Strap material: Genuine leather
Strap width in between lugs: 18mm
Wrist size in photo: 6 inches