The Omega De Ville is a stunning collection of unique timepieces with a charming classic vibe. The first Omega de Ville Hour Vision model was launched in 2007. At that time, it represented the debut of a new era for the entire company. It was its first watch with and in-house Co-Axial mechanical movement. The watch itself symbolizes the perfect balance between innovative mechanical watchmaking and classic design.
The entire Omega De Ville Co-Axial collection is the best example for what any wristwatch for men should offer to its owner- a timeless two-zone dial, gorgeously manufactured Roman numerals, a traditional 18 k stainless steel or red gold case in 41 mm and one of the most outstanding mechanical watch movements ever constructed.
The most remarkable part of the Omega De Ville Co-Axial Chronograph is the inside mechanisms which is and in-house OMEGA Co-Axial calibre 9300/9301. This fine movement it is the chronograph member of the Co-Axial family. On the dial there are two symmetrical sub-dials. The first one is located at the 9 o’clock position and it display the seconds and the second one is located at 3 o’clock and it features in a revolutionary manner both the chronograph minutes and the hour hand which provides an intuitive reading of elapsed time.
The Omega De Ville Co-Axial Chronograph has a beautifully designed two-zone opaline silver dial adorned with elegant Roman numeral hour markers, sleek hours, minutes and second hands, an easy to read date window at 6 o’clock and a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal. The bezel is simple, refined and versatile, a beautiful match for the overall stunning looks of this classic inspired timepiece.
One of the most interesting and useful variations of the Omega De Ville Co-Axial is the model with the Annual Calendar function. The utility and innovation of this version is that you have to set the date on the watch only once a year. This has to be done only on the first of March due to the remarkable movement that powers the timepiece- the Omega Co-Axial caliber 8601. For this model, the Omega De Ville Co-Axial Annual Calendar, the month and date windows are located at the 3 o’clock position. This version is available with either a brown or black leather strap or a matching bracelet.
The De Ville collection represents Omega’s efforts to return to its roots. Its launch in 2007 was designed to remember everyone that it was the first watch company to manufacture an industrialized mechanical movement. Every single watch in the De Ville line is meant to connect Omega’s horological legacy with the continuously changing world of mechanical watchmaking. It is the timepiece that transcends time and sets new goals for the contemporary luxury watches company.