Vintage Omega Tank Style Watch – Gold Plated – 1940s – Manual Wind – Art Deco Design - Unboxed With Generic Leather Strap
- Category: Bury, Jewellery & Watches, Omega, Watches
Item Location
This item is available for Collection or Delivery from:
Cash Generator Bury, 101 The Rock, Bury, BL9 0NB
Email: bury@cashgenerator.co.uk
Telephone: 01617639631
Item Condition
Condition: Pre-Owned: Grade B
Item is Pre-Owned in working condition With some signs of use due to the age of the item. Bury Store
Item Description
This vintage Omega “Tank Style” watch dates from the 1940s and features a classic rectangular Art Deco case design, inspired by the elegant dress watches of the era. Finished in gold plating, it delivers a timeless vintage look with strong collector appeal. Powered by a manual wind mechanical movement, these watches reflect Omega’s early reputation for precision and reliability. Many examples from this period use calibres from the famous “30 series” or similar early movements, known for their durability and long production run. The rectangular “tank” case design was popular in the 1930s–1940s, offering a more refined, dress-focused alternative to round watches. These pieces are typically smaller by modern standards (often around 20–30mm wide), giving them an authentic vintage wrist presence. Gold-plated cases were commonly used at the time, offering the look of solid gold at a more accessible price point. Over time, light wear to plating is normal and expected on original examples. Key Features: Vintage 1940s Omega timepiece Gold-plated rectangular “tank style” case Manual wind mechanical movement Classic Art Deco design Slim dress watch profile Typically small vintage case size
Item Location
This item is available for Collection or Delivery from:
Cash Generator Bury, 101 The Rock, Bury, BL9 0NB
Email: bury@cashgenerator.co.uk
Telephone: 01617639631
Item Condition
Condition: Pre-Owned: Grade B
Item is Pre-Owned in working condition With some signs of use due to the age of the item. Bury Store
Item Description
This vintage Omega “Tank Style” watch dates from the 1940s and features a classic rectangular Art Deco case design, inspired by the elegant dress watches of the era. Finished in gold plating, it delivers a timeless vintage look with strong collector appeal. Powered by a manual wind mechanical movement, these watches reflect Omega’s early reputation for precision and reliability. Many examples from this period use calibres from the famous “30 series” or similar early movements, known for their durability and long production run. The rectangular “tank” case design was popular in the 1930s–1940s, offering a more refined, dress-focused alternative to round watches. These pieces are typically smaller by modern standards (often around 20–30mm wide), giving them an authentic vintage wrist presence. Gold-plated cases were commonly used at the time, offering the look of solid gold at a more accessible price point. Over time, light wear to plating is normal and expected on original examples. Key Features: Vintage 1940s Omega timepiece Gold-plated rectangular “tank style” case Manual wind mechanical movement Classic Art Deco design Slim dress watch profile Typically small vintage case size
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