
It was an improvement on traditional watch construction with its robust water resistant case and range of high quality movements. Note: this watch is paired with an after-market strap.Ĭondition: The watch has been serviced in 2020 and inspected by a certified watch maker and is running very well. Omega launched the Seamaster in 1948 to commemorate its 100th anniversary, and today it remains the brands oldest line still in production.
OMEGA BUMPER MOVEMENTS SERIAL NUMBER
The fully serviced 17 jewels bumper automatic movement is an Omega caliber 344 with serial number 14219349, dating this watch to 1954. The case model is F6249 and measures 34.6mm across excluding crown by 42.8mm lug tip to lug tip. The 14k gold filled case is unpolished in great condition. Decorated with a unique metallic dial and beautiful lugs, this Seamaster is worth a second look. This is a clean and attractive Omega Seamaster Automatic watch. The caliber 354 movement that is housed in this watch is a “bumper” movement, which winds the watch by bouncing a bumper back and forth off a pair of springs on opposite sides of the watch. Measurements: 36 mm without crown and 38.7 mm with crown. This early iteration of the Seamaster was manufactured in 1952 and represents a milestone in Omega’s watch-making legacy. OMEGA SEAMASTER 1954 BUMPER Vintage swiss automatic watch Ref. They were elegant enough to take around town, but durable enough to be worn in the fields and in water. Particularly the one competitor Omega seems to covet the most - Rolex. Couple of very minor aging spots by 3 oclock. There were two sizes: 28.10 mm and 30.10 mm, and the movements lifespan extended through Omega's beginning to use calibre numbers in 1949 so there were initially sized-based designations, later calibre numbers. I've always been fascinated by early Omega automatics - the bumper or hammer automatics. It has the beautiful brush finished original dial with a nice patina forming over time. Table and example of Omega bumper automatics. The original case is in great shape for its age, no major ding or deep scratches. Built for sea, town, and country, the world of vintage Omega Seamasters is as iconic and versatile as any. anytime soon) I think their movements will take a back seat to their competitors. Vintage Omega Stainless Steel Automatic Bumper: -This watch is serviced and keeps time like it should.
