Omega

According to Nicolas Hayek, founder and head of the Swatch Group, nicknamed Dr. Swatch, 'Omega is James Bond's watch of choice, but real villains prefer Swatch'. read more

In 2009, Omega has enlarged its iconic Constellation collection with a range of new models to satisfy any taste. The newly-designed timepieces are inspired by the famous Constellation Manhattan watch unveiled in 1982. The new highly refined timepieces reveal new dials.

The new Omega Constellation watches are available in five sizes, with cases measuring 24mm and 27mm in diameter, 31mm and 35mm, and 38mm models. They are crafted in stainless steel, 18K yellow or pink gold. The new range also comprises models in combination of steel and 18K gold, and diamond-paved models.

The dials of the 2009 Omega Constellation watches are in a range of colors, including champagne, silver, black, mother of pearl, and chocolate. The dials adorned by a refined guilloche pattern showcase the applied Constellation star at 6 o'clock.
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Now the Omega family of ambassadors is joined by Zhang Ziyi, an actress highly respected not only for her rare beauty but also her remarkable achievements in the world of cinema. The beautiful lady debuted in Zhang Yimou’s The Road Home that received the Silver Bear Award at the 2000 Berlin Film Festival. read more

One of important moments in the early history of the company took place in 1894 when it introduced the Omega 19' caliber. The mechanism was based on the innovative principle of interchangeable parts that was then gradually adopted by other watch manufacturers. read more

On September 25, 2008, Omega and Manfredi Jewels, Greenwich, Connecticut, invited a group of passionate watch enthusiasts for an exclusive dinner where all the guests were given an exclusive chance to find out more about the horological art and even try themselves at watchmaking.

After the guests enjoyed a delicious dinner, Horologist and Watchmaking Trainer Dan Fenwick invited the watch fans to join an informative discussion related to a wide range of watchmaking topics.

Dan Fenwick focused the guests' attention at discussing the technical characteristics of Omega watches, and in particular the revolutionary Omega Co-Axial Escapement, and the Omega Hour Vision watch equipped with in-house Caliber 8500 automatic movement.

During the exclusive evening, the horologists also passed around some of the new Omega watches, including the special edition Seamaster Planet Ocean 600m Quantum of Solace watch and the Speedmaster 'Alaska Project' Chronograph.

Then, the guests put on Omega lab coats and opened up the supplied tool kits and, under the guidance of Dan Fenwick, began to disassemble complete Omega watches, having taken the timepieces down to the mainplate.

All the watch enthusiasts could take home their tool kits and lab coats as a token of the fascinating evening.

According to Roberto Chiappelloni, owner of Manfredi Jewels, they intend to host more Collector Dinners in Manfredi Jewels' newly decorated store, supported by other watch brands. Manfredi Jewels were really pleased to give their loyal customers a great chance to join the fascinating world of Omega watches.


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Three down, five to go in Phelps’s mission to break the 36 year old Mark Spitz’s record of six gold medal in single Olympic. On August 13th, Phelps won after his 4th medal of Beijing 2008 Olympic Games and 10th overall in 200 meter-individual-butterfly, yet another event in which he holds the world record.

With those remarkable achievements, what then is Michael Phelps’ choice for his luxurious wrist watch?

As the ambassador of Omega, the Official Olympic Timekeeper, Phelps has chosen three pieces of Omega Seamaster Series. They are Seamaster Planet Ocean Big Size, Seamaster Planet Ocean Chrono, and Seamaster Apnea. read more

Prior to the notable event, the Omega Company held the Grand Opening of the Omega Pavilion on the Olympic Green, on August 4. Omega watch aficionados are well-aware that the brand's successful partnership with the Olympic Games started in 1932 with the Games in Los Angeles. read more

The Omega Seamaster 300M GMT watch is a highly durable and functional timepiece providing a multiple time zone function. The watch incorporates an independently adjustable 12-hour hand. All you have to do to change the local time is to unscrew the crown, and turn it forwards or backwards, thus moving the hand as many hours backwards or forwards as it is necessary.

The red 24-hour hand and the 24-hour rotatable bezel are responsible for featuring the time in the second time zone. In case you badly need a temporary third time zone, you can rotate the bezel to get this done.

The Omega Seamaster watch offers a supreme readability of the dial in the dark, as hour figures and hands feature bold Superluminova applications.

The handsome Omega Seamaster 300M GMT watch accommodates an Omega's modified ETA calibre, a COSC-certified chronometer. The watch boasts 300-meter water-resistance, the same as the Seamaster Diver Chronometer.

The timepiece is destined for adventurers who need an all-around top-quality watch characterized by distinctive style and supreme performance.
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The Collection has included the eighth numbered Omega watch from each of the 32 limited edition timepieces unveiled in the Beijing Olympic Collection during the build-up to the Olympic Games, as well as three rare 'Olympic Split Seconds Chronograph 1932' pocket watches. Each timepiece features the limited edition number of '8', being provided with an exclusive 8-year warranty. read more

As a great way to celebrate the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games, the Omega Company is to unveil a unique set of watches, destined to become a great discovery for avid watch collectors.

The Omega Beijing 2008 Unique No. 8 Collection has been based on the concept of the lucky "number 8", a meaningful symbol in Asian numerology.

The collection comprises each of the 32 Omega watch models licensed for the XXIX Olympiad, and three pieces of the Omega Olympic Split Seconds Chronograph 1932 pocket watch, one model of each in red, white, and yellow gold.

The display case housing the timepieces is worth special attention. Omega has created a unique case in the best traditions of the Chinese architecture.

The one-of-a-kind display case is crafted from black walnut and provided with a rich lacquer finish. The case has acquired the form of an 8-level pagoda. It sparkles imagination by its richly ornamented sliding drawers.

The top part of the pagoda reveals a special decoration paying tribute to the Beijing 2008 Games and the remarkable history of the Omega Company world-famous as a timekeeper for 23 Olympic Games.
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Over 10,500 world class sportsmen representing 205 nations will be competing for medals, glory and honour in 28 sports from August 8 to 24 in Beijing.

Omega will be present throughout the Olympic Games, acting as Official Timekeeper for the 23rd time, responsible for recording, displaying and distributing the results.

To honor the exciting event, Omega is to reveal two watch collections named the Timeless and the Special.

The Omega precision chronograph models to form the Olympic Timeless Collection pay tribute to the chronographs used at the 1932 Los Angeles Games when the company became Official Timekeeper of the Games for the first time. Six of the models in the Collection show off the Arabic numerals and the red Omega name and logo that were featured by the early models.

The timepieces strike by a remarkable detail: the five interlocking colored Olympic rings on the counterweights of the central chronograph seconds hand. The rings pay tribute to the brand's innovative spirit in watch-making and sports timekeeping.
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The Omega Speedmaster watch collection offers chronograph models that are highly appreciated by customers worldwide due to their distinctive design and remarkable functionality.

Based on the outstanding history of the luxury brand and associated with the legendary Speedmaster Professional Moonwatch, the Omega chronographs offer masculinity-at-a-glance. You will probably be surprised to find out that the collection comprises fine feminine timepieces.

Omega has added to the Speedmaster collection a variety of small-sized lady's watches revealing majestic mother-of-pearl dials, diamond-paved bezels, and pastel or white straps. The distinctive Speedmaster case, 35.5mm in diameter, features the contrasting brushed and polished surfaces, radiating with utmost refinement and elegance.

The Omega Speedmaster lady's watches are destined for women dreaming about a luxury mechanical watch larger and bolder than other female pieces, but still maintaining its feminine character.

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The Omega De Ville watch collection is aimed to win the hearts of those who know how to appreciate well-maintained traditions. It comprises classically styled timepieces with contemporary flair. read more

Dean Barker, skipper of Team New Zealand and OMEGA Ambassador, took part in the development process of the timekeeping novelty. The new OMEGA Seamaster NZL-32 Chronograph is an elegantly designed timepiece of utmost functionality. read more

To celebrate its successful partnership with Saint-Moritz luxurious alpine resort, Omega is revealing a Special Collection of De Ville 'St. Moritz' Co-Axial Chronographs. The collection comprises two wristwatches for gentlemen and two for ladies crafted in 18-K red gold or stainless steel, created to take you to the summit of Saint-Moritz' slopes! read more

Clooney initially found out about the Omega Company in his childhood as he heard the news about the Omega watch that passed the strictest NASA tests and was selected to accompany the first man on the Moon. He was one of the youngster who belonged to the generation of Americans growing up in space-age. read more

Villa Oleandra is the name of George Clooney's home in the village of Laglio located on the shore of Lake Como in northern Italy. The Oscar-winning actor also owns an old factory connected to the villa. There the actor has a private office and creates his professional projects.

The Omega team was invited to Laglio to take photos of the famous star, intending to take some of the photos in the factory. The old factory, a working space of the actor, is comfortably furnished. The place is also provided with a pinball machine and a collection of old railway clocks, each featuring time in a different time zone.

The story of George Clooney's relationship to Omega watches goes back to his childhood. As a child, the imagination of the actor and his friends was captured by the space race. The Omega Company had been closely associated with America's space program. George Clooney recalls that he and his friends had drawn Omega logos on their own watches. In 1969, the year of the first lunar landing, George's uncle sent him his first Omega watch. Now George Clooney is the brand's Ambassador, wearing Omega watches.
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Acting as official timekeeper for the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games, Omega has displayed the Solar Impulse project at the heart of its Pavilion opened on the Olympic Green. The company has devoted the exhibition space to the solar airplane with the aim to draw the attention of the Pavilion's visitors to the project, the support of energy savings, and the use of renewable energies and innovative technologies. read more

On the 8th of August, 2008, the giant Omega Olympic Countdown Clock, located in Tiananmen Square in Beijing, stopped ticking down the seconds to the Opening Ceremony of the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games, having reached zero and signified the start of 2008 Olympics. The 90,000 cheering spectators were excited to witness the Opening Ceremony at the National ('Bird's Nest') Stadium on the Olympic Green, including more than 100 heads of state. read more

On the occasion, Omega has opened the doors of its exhibition called '159 Years In The Making'. The exhibition is taking place from 12 July to 25 August at KaDeWe, one of most prestigious department stores in Berlin. read more