1947 Omega Bumper Automatic Watch 17 Jewels F6212 Cal. 342 Swiss 32mm Wristwatch Swiss

Watch Overview

Offered here today is an elegant timepiece: A vintage Omega Bumper automatic wristwatch, reference F6212 and dated from 1947 based on the serial number.

It is a self-winding watch powered by the Omega Watch Co. bumper automatic movement caliber Omega 342, featuring 17 jewels with small-second hand and made in Switzerland. It operates at 19,800 vibrations per hour and offers an approximate power reserve of 42 hours.

Still has the original beige (showing some patina and age) with black Arabic numerals, arrow hour markers, bold minute track and matching gold-tone hands. The sub-second hand is located at 6 o'clock.

Cased in a 32mm round 14K gold filled case with classic lug design. It comes on a brown leather two-piece strap. Fully inspected and authenticated, it remains in very good vintage condition consistent with age and use. It is ready to wear and enjoy.

Product Details

General Specifications

• Brand: Omega
• Type: Wristwatch
• Reference: F6212
• Year / Era: 1947 - Vintage
• Gender: Men's
• Country of Manufacture: Switzerland

Dial & Display

• Display: Analog
• Color: Beige
• Features: Arabic numerals. Small-second hand

Movement

• Type: Self-winding
• Caliber: Omega 342
• Jewels: 17
• Movement Functions:
  • Small-second hand
• Power Reserve: 42 hours
• Frequency: 19,800 vph

Case & Band

• Material: 14K golf filled
• Case Shape: Round
• Bezel: Smooth
• Crystal: Acrylic
• Back: Snap
• Crown: Push-pull
• Band Type: Brown leather two-piece strap

Case Measurements (mm)

• Case Size: 32
• Case Diameter w/Crown: 34.7
• Case Lug to Lug: 37
• Case Thickness: 10.8
• Lug Width: 16
• Band Width: 16

Additional Info

• Box & Papers: NO
• Condition: The watch is in good condition, some signs of wear consistent with use and aged, a solid case, bezel and dial.
• Extras: This timepiece has been fully inspected and authenticated by our in-house watchmaker, confirming that it runs accurately.

History & Legacy of Omega

Omega is a Swiss luxury watchmaker known for producing high-quality and prestigious timepieces. The company was founded in 1848 by Louis Brandt in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland; Louis Brandt started as a watchmaker, and he produced key-wound pocket watches. Originally, it was called "Louis Brandt et Frère" and they primarily produced pocket watches and it was until 1903 that the company officially adopted the name "Omega."

Throughout its history, Omega has continued to innovate and produce high-quality timepieces. Today, it remains one of the most prestigious and respected Swiss watchmakers, offering a diverse range of collections that cater to various lifestyles and tastes. Today, Omega continues to be a prominent and highly regarded Swiss luxury watch brand.

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