I was hoping if someone can tell me if what I'm searching for exists.
1960's or earlier
Manual wind
Time only, no date
35mm or larger diameter
Solid 14k or 18k gold
White or creme dial
Under $2000

Also, when looking at vintage Omegas, how do you tell if it's gold plated, capped, filled, or solid? Is there usually a karat mark on it somewhere visible or is it only under the caseback lid?

Thanks!

 

I'm not familiar with many manual wind models, but I think you'd like the Genève 36 mm models from the mid to late 50's. They use 26x series calibers and meet all your criteria.

Gold capped has a steel caseback and you can see the edge of the capping on the back of the lugs. The others always have some kind of mark. Solid gold will have hallmarks on the back of the lugs or side of the case. Gold plated will say 'plaque 20 m' or something similar.

 

Yes, It does exist.

Trésor 2687. 18K solid rose gold.









37.5 mm in diameter (excluding crown) powered by a 265 manual winding movement.


Best.

 

14k or 18k Gold Omega will have 14k stamped on it ( for example , 14k Gold D & A ) .D & A stands for DiVincenzo & Arienti.
Gold plated Watches would also indicate it is plated on the case.

 

This is a great option. I'm not loving the S. America origin either. I think I'll hold out for the right one.

Thanks to everyone for all of the help! I am really enjoying this forum. Everyone is so helpful and the vintage focus is great!

 

This is absolutely perfect! It's even rose gold which is my preference. Why do I get the feeling that this is going to be a hard to find, not so common model?

 

Omega Geneve 9k, 1954..