
The language of time – Since 1848, Omega has stood for precision, passion, and worldwide fame. As the official timekeeper of the Olympic Games and companion to the first moon landing, Omega makes history. Discover the fascination of Swiss watchmaking art at the Omega Days.
ZEITAUKTION – OMEGA Days
With a special selection of exquisite luxury watches, we deliberately place the brand Omega at the center of the coming days. Originating from a small Swiss village, the company has developed into one of the most renowned in the international luxury watch world. Omega stands, like few other brands, for a successful blend of utmost precision, technical ingenuity, and sophisticated, unmistakable design.
Legendary models such as the Speedmaster “Moonwatch”, inseparably linked with space exploration history, the Seamaster with its close ties to the world of diving and the James Bond films, or the elegant classics of the De Ville line have significantly contributed to making Omega one of the most successful manufacturers in the industry. On this page, we invite you to dive into the multifaceted history of the brand, discover exciting backgrounds, and get to know its most popular models more closely.

The moving history of Omega
With the ambitious aim of crafting the most precise watches of his time, Louis Brandt laid the foundation for an extraordinary and lasting business success. His sons consistently carried on this vision and developed the 19-ligne calibre, a movement of such quality and reliability that its name soon became synonymous with, and eventually the designation of, the company itself.
Significant milestones such as the awards at the World Exhibition in Paris, the role as official timekeeper at the Olympic Games, and the position as supplier to the British armed forces marked the rise from an ambitious family business to an internationally recognised manufactory of world renown.
Icons of precision – Omega Watches
For decades, Omega’s sporty and elegant watch models have made the brand a byword for accuracy and character. Each collection combines technical skill with a distinctive design, ranging from the professional tool-watch nature to the elegant Dresswatch. This creates that unmistakable blend of usefulness, innovation, and modesty that makes Omega so sought after by collectors worldwide.

Popular models from Omega
The Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch has been one of the most famous Chronographs in the world since the 1960s. Originally developed for motorsport, it became a legend through its use in NASA missions. The Seamaster has combined maritime spirit with modern technology since 1948, ranging from the elegant Aqua Terra to the professional Diver 300M and Planet Ocean. The Constellation line has stood for chronometer precision in an elegant format since the 1950s. Together, these collections reflect sportiness, everyday suitability, and the highest watchmaking craftsmanship.

Omega and the Moon Landing: "First Watch on the Moon"
Omega's connection to space travel began in the early 1960s when astronaut Walter Schirra wore his personal Speedmaster during the Mercury Mission Sigma 7. After rigorous stress tests, NASA certified it in 1965 for all manned missions. On July 20, 1969, it accompanied the Apollo 11 mission and became the first watch on the moon. Since Apollo 13 at the latest, it has been regarded as the epitome of reliable mechanics under extreme conditions.

Omega in Film and Sport: James Bond & the Olympic Games
Since "Golden Eye" from the year 1995, James Bond has worn an Omega Seamaster. At first, it was the blue Seamaster Professional 300M; later, various mechanical models followed, which perfectly suit the maritime Royal Navy background of the character. This partnership made the Seamaster a modern film icon and brought forth coveted 007 editions. At the same time, Omega has been the official timekeeper of the Olympic Games since 1932 and stands worldwide for accuracy, fairness, and athletic excellence.

Omega and the technology
Co-Axial, Master Chronometer, and antimagnetism stand for Omega's technical leadership claim. The Co-Axial escapement, developed by George Daniels and industrially implemented since the late 1990s, reduces friction in the movement and allows for more stable rate values as well as longer maintenance intervals. With the Co-Axial Master Chronometer calibres, the next step follows: Besides the COSC, the Swiss institute METAS also tests precision in everyday life and resistance to magnetic fields up to 15,000 Gauss. Thus, Omega combines classical mechanics with the most modern standards.

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