Featuring a record breaking automatic movement, the Ladymatic was a huge hit for Omega. Model reference 551.5008. Even the Queen wore a Ladymatic.
HOW DO WE DATE THIS WATCH?
From the serial number on the movement we can accurately date this watch to being made in 1963. The London hallmark also shows this was assayed in the same year too.
CONDITION
It is not easy to make a automatic movement small enough for a cocktail watch, but with the calibre 661 Omega produced the smallest ever serially produced automatic movement ever made, specifically for the Ladymatic range. They had to use materials like beryllium bronze, and this also has 24 jewels to provide the best experience. Realistically, with such a small rotor, you are better to wind the watch before wearing it and then the automatic movement can keep it topped up. The case is stamped OWC for Omega Watch Company, with a reassuring amount of service marks inside the case back. The dial does have some marks, but it is not as bad in real life as it is in enlarged photos. The leather strap is new, and could be swapped for a different colour if preferred.
This watch will be supplied with our branded presentation box and our Certificate of Authenticity.
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SIZE
Width with crown 19.3 mm
Width without crown 17.8 mm
Between lugs 8 mm
Lug to lug length 25.5 mm
Case Thickness 8.2 mm
All sizes are approximate. The watch is photographed on a wrist of 150mm/6 inches.
Included with this watch is a 2 month guarantee and free delivery to UK addresses. If you live outside the UK we can still deliver to most countries. Please see our Worldwide Shipping information, or Contact Us. Payment can be made by most credit or debit cards, bank transfer or PayPal.
From 1st September 2021 we will be planting a tree for every watch we sell, working with the International Tree Foundation (Est 1922) to make this business positive on carbon. By buying anything pre owned you are effectively reusing what already exists, but this takes it further and makes us feel good.