Omega's De Ville Prestige has long been one of the brand's very fine traditional dress watches, and this particular version shows just how attractive a classic, uncomplicated design can be.

Living up to its name as the "Prestige" model, it features a case that epitomizes class and timelessness, a handsome silver dial, and an officially certified chronometer Omega movement.

When the Emmy-winning drama West Wing was on the air, Martin Sheen wore the 18K gold cased version of this watch in his acclaimed role as President of the United States. Considering how carefully the character of President Bartlet was developed, it is a fitting choice. The watch looked perfectly at home on the wrist of the fictional president, and it is easy to see why. This stainless steel version has the same classic styling, with a versatility that makes it equally appropriate for daily wear or more formal occasions.

Omega gave this De Ville Prestige a wonderfully handsome look, combining the elegance of a traditional dress watch with enough character to make it stand out. Its polished stainless steel case has a beautifully rounded bezel, graceful lugs, and classic proportions that look just as good today as when the watch was made. Paired with a black leather strap, it has a particularly sharp, dressy appearance.

Its silver dial has gravitas and reminds us of certain Patek dials. It combines applied Arabic numerals with slender baton markers and dauphine hands, creating a clean presentation.

Its styling is a large part of the appeal. While Omega is perhaps best known for its Speedmaster and Seamaster sports watches, the De Ville collection represents another side of the company, one devoted to more traditional, refined timepieces. The Prestige is an especially nice expression of that heritage.

Beyond its appearance, this is a true chronometer, not simply a fashionable watch with an Omega name on the dial. Inside is Omega's excellent caliber 1120 automatic movement, a 23-jewel mechanism independently certified for its precision.

Based on the well-regarded ETA 2892-A2 architecture and finished to Omega's specifications, it is a fine, dependable movement that also allows the case to retain its elegant proportions. It is one of the appealing things about this generation of Prestige: an attractive traditional dress watch backed by the mechanical quality for which Omega is respected.

Today's auction showcases this prime example of one of Omega's top-tier dress watches with original certificate card.

It is all original and in beautiful original condition. It presents as a 9.6 out of 10.

Its case presents as mint. Its silver dial is like new.

A Master Watchmaker has performed any needed servicing. It is keeping time on par with a new Omega in our testing recording position.

For the finishing touch, we have equipped it with a brand new leather strap aftermarket Omega style buckle making it ready for immediate enjoyment.

Included with the purchase is a one-year international warranty on the movement and its function, a custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity, and a new timing certificate attesting to the watch's performance.

Retail replacement price for a new Prestige: $6,400.00 USD

The watch's page on the Omega website can be found here.

Your watch is important to us, and we will take care of it for its lifetime. We provide the best after sale care in the business with an extremely experienced team of four Master Watchmakers all of whom each have over thirty-five years of experience and a large number of parts. One used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealership and was given special training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center.

Manufacturer: Omega
Country of origin: Switzerland
Serial no.: 80,505,958
Model: Ref. 4500.30.00
Functions:  Hours, Minutes, Sweep Seconds, Quick-Setting Date, Automatic
Designed for: Men
Case material: Stainless steel
Dimensions: 34.7mm diameter excluding crown, approximately 38.5mm lug tip-to-tip
Case condition: Presents as mint
Dial: Silvered dial with raised Arabic numerals at even hours, applied baton markers, minute track, date aperture at 3, and signed Omega De Ville Automatic Chronometer, original, like new
Hands: Original, steel "dauphines", mint condition
Movement type: Caliber 1120, COSC certified, self-winding, 23 ruby jewels, shock resistant, 28,800 faster beat balance system, approximately 44-hour power reserve, adjusted to five positions and for temperature
Jewels: 23 rubies
Beat frequency: 28,800 BPH
Band: Leather, fully stitched, padded, brand new and unworn with aftermarket Omega style buckle
Width between lugs: 19mm
Crystal: Sapphire, mint condition
Servicing: A Master Watchmaker has performed any needed servicing. It is keeping time on par with a new Omega in our testing recording position.
Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. It is keeping time on par with a new Omega in our testing recording position. Your watch is important to us, and we will take care of it for its lifetime. We provide the best after sale care in the business with an experienced team of watchmakers both of whom each have over forty years of experience and a large number of parts.
Warranty: 1-year warranty. Please email concierge@cotwatches.com for details. Your watch is important to us, and we will take care of it for its lifetime. We provide the best after sale care in the business with an extremely experienced team of four Master Watchmakers all of whom each have over thirty-five years of experience and a large number of parts. One used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealership and was given special training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center.
Box/Papers: BOX - Connoisseur of Time watch presentation box; PAPERS - Original Omega certificate card; New timing certificate
Returns: 7 days full refund. 100% satisfaction guarantee

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee for all of our watches. If you are in any way unsatisfied with the watch we will fully refund the purchase price anytime within 7 days after the watch has been received. Our goal is to exceed our client's expectations throughout the buying experience.

All watches are packaged carefully and mailed double boxed in specially constructed, reinforced shipping boxes designed for high value items. All watches are sent fully insured with signature required. Most of our domestic shipping is done through FedEx. At times we will also use USPS Express Mail, and we can accommodate most requests for your preferred carrier. International shipments are sent USPS International Express Mail or FedEx.

The purchase price will be the declared value of the merchandise on any required customs forms. The payment of all customs duties, tariffs, and taxes are the responsibility of the buyer.

Also note that water resistance of vintage watches can no longer be guaranteed and is not covered under the watch's warranty. We do not recommend getting a vintage watch wet, even one that was originally designed to be waterproof.

To get an idea of how this watch will look on the wrist, please use the Watch Sizing Guide

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