Omega Chronograph Wristwatch, Calibre 321
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
1944-1945
Maker / issuer
OmegaThis vintage men's chronograph wristwatch by Omega features a round steel case fitted with two rectangular pushers and a fluted crown. According to the auction listing, the watch dates to 1944–1945 and houses an Omega 321 calibre movement described as recently overhauled.
The patinated dial displays Arabic numeral hour markers, three engine-turned subsidiary dials at 3, 6, and 9 o'clock, an outer tachymeter scale, and the printed Omega brand logo below 12 o'clock. The watch is presented on a brown textured leather strap with matching stitching.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Type
- Chronograph
- Maker
- Omega
- Calibre
- Omega 321
- Case Material
- Steel
- Estimated Date
- 1944/45
- Maker / attribution
- Omega
Design
- Visible features
- • Aged, patinated dial displaying Arabic numerals and outer tachymeter track. • Three sub-dials positioned at 3, 6, and 9 o'clock featuring concentric circular graining. • Round steel case with rectangular pushers flanking a fluted crown. • Mounted on a brown alligator-grain leather strap.
- Dial Configuration
- The watch is fitted with an aged, patinated dial displaying Arabic numerals alongside an outer tachymeter track. Three subsidiary dials are positioned at 3, 6, and 9 o'clock, each detailed with concentric circular graining. The dial features standard chronograph indications across the three sub-dials. Additional markings or internal reference stamps are not recorded in this source.
- Case and Exterior Construction
- The timepiece features a round steel case equipped with two rectangular pushers situated around a fluted crown. It is mounted on a brown leather strap displaying an alligator-style grain. The listing describes the lot as a men's chronograph watch featuring a "steel case".
- Reported Movement and Dating Limitations
- The auction listing title designates the watch as an "Omega - chrono 1944/45 steel case, Omega 321 caliber exc+++ just overhauled". Calibre 321 mechanical specifications and overhaul status represent seller-reported claims that cannot be visually corroborated from the provided dial-side photograph. Specific case reference numbers and movement serial numbers are not recorded in the source text, precluding independent confirmation of the 1944/45 production timeframe.
Identification
- Lot Number
- 27449091
- Source note
- Facts transcribed from the linked source listing or collection record. Attribution and specifications are source-reported and have not been independently authenticated.
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.
Research required
- Research required: Calibre 321 movement and overhaul status are reported by the source and cannot be confirmed from the dial-side photograph.
- Research required: Specific case reference and movement serial numbers are not provided in the source text.