Old Omega vintage from 1939 / SOB 26.5 - Model?

Amarantist · Oct 15, 2022

Hello Omega lovers,

I would like to share this old one with you and ask for your advice regarding to:
- Do you know this model exactly (reference CK615?)? It is a SOB 26.5. I could not find a comparable one.
- How would you estimate its value on the market?

I really appreciate your help.

You find a picture attached.

Best regards!

COYI · Oct 15, 2022

Here's another one which suggests the dial is original and in decent condition.

The Omega text and logo is faded, the seconds hand looks damaged on the counterbalance end and the case is polished which will detract from its value.

The model reference is not usually engraved on the case during this period so you would have to look at Omega catalogues from mid to late 1930s or early 1940s to find it.

What is the case diameter excluding the crown (I'm guessing around 30mm)?

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Amarantist · Oct 15, 2022

COYI
Here's another one which suggests the dial is original and in decent condition.

The Omega text and logo is faded, the seconds hand looks damaged on the counterbalance end and the case is polished which will detract from its value.

The model reference is not usually engraved on the case during this period so you would have to look at Omega catalogues from mid to late 1930s or early 1940s to find it.

What is the case diameter excluding the crown (I'm guessing around 30mm)?

Thank you very much for your competent thoughts and also the research - helps a lot.
Catawiki auction is a good comparison.
Also found this one on eBay - attached.

Indeed, diameter is 30,5 exactly.

watchyouwant · Oct 15, 2022

The eBay one is a completely different and very rare example. No price comparison at all.....

gatorcpa · Oct 15, 2022

Correct reference for OP’s watch is CK2025.

https://omegaforums.net/threads/what-kind-of-omega-is-this.71433

It is a nice watch, but not nearly as valuable as the Scarab model CK615.

The dial on your example looks like it was subject to a harsh cleaning. The hands seem correct, but the seconds hand lost its tail. The price seems a bit high to me.
gatorcpa

Amarantist · Oct 15, 2022

Thank you very much for sharing your knowledge about these old Omegas!

Have a pleasant weekend.

Best regards!

Ocean · Oct 16, 2022

If you want to sell it you can try listing at auction and you will see the real price.. I would estimate 300 Euro but I am not an expert and maybe I am wrong.

Old Omega vintage from 1939 / SOB 26.5 - Model?

Amarantist

COYI

Amarantist

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gatorcpa

Amarantist

Ocean

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