1969 Vintage 9ct Solid Gold Omega Automatic Gents Watch – Rare Chevron-Style Faceted Markers – David Shackman Case –

Presenting a distinguished 1969 Omega Automatic Wristwatch, housed in a 9ct solid gold case crafted by David Shackman & Sons, Omega’s renowned British case maker. This elegant piece features rare chevron-style faceted hour markers, adding striking dimensional depth to its minimalist gold-tone dial. The understated gold-tone hands and refined vintage profile make it a true classic of the era.

The case is fully hallmarked in the UK, a signature trait of Shackman-cased Omegas delivered specifically to the British market during the 1960s and 70s.

Key Features:

• Brand: Omega

• Model Year: 1969

• Movement: Omega Caliber 552 – Automatic (Self-Winding)

• Case Maker: David Shackman & Sons (UK)

• Case Material: 9ct Solid Yellow Gold – Fully British Hallmarked

• Dial: Gold-tone with Rare Chevron-Style Faceted Indexes

• Condition: Excellent; fully functional and well-preserved

• Style: Classic Dress Watch

About the Movement – Omega Caliber 552:

The Omega Caliber 552 is a highly respected automatic movement from Omega’s golden age of mechanical watchmaking. Introduced in the late 1950s and used extensively through the 1960s, it is known for its:

• High reliability and precision

• 24 jewels for reduced friction and long-term durability

• Power reserve of approximately 50 hours

• 28,800 beats per hour (bph), offering smooth timekeeping

• Bidirectional rotor winding system for efficient self-winding

Caliber 552 powered some of Omega’s finest Seamasters and other classic lines, and is celebrated for its straightforward design, robust performance, and ease of service.

This timepiece is a superb example of Omega’s international manufacturing history.