The “First OMEGA Wrist-Chronograph Limited Edition” was proudly launched at the brand’s “Museum Night” in Biel, Switzerland on July the 2nd.The new collection will be limited to only 18 watches – with each one housing an original 18’’’ CHRO calibre from 1913.
For the new 18 watches, the 18’’’ CHRO calibres were carefully selected from historic timepieces found in the vaults at the Omega museum. Each was then painstakingly refurbished (above) by master watchmakers at Omega’s
The movement is housed in a 47.5mm case with historically relevant wire-lugs and featuring an 18k Sedna gold crown and pusher. The white enamel dial features hollowed Arabic numerals, blued “Empire” hands and the same “military-favourite” design taken from 1913.
Each watch is delivered inside a custom handcrafted leather trunk. The box includes two additional leather straps in novonappa gold leather and burgundy leather, as well as unique strap-changing tools, loupe and a travel pouch.
Priced @ 120,000 Swiss Francs
Image Courtesy OMEGA
