This 1950 Omega bumper automatic is a beautiful example of early postwar Swiss watchmaking, capturing the charm of vintage design with the engineering innovation that helped define the brand’s rise in the mid-20th century. Housed in a stainless steel case with thick lugs and a bold bezel, it has a strong wrist presence while remaining elegant and understated. The sub-seconds dial adds a classic touch, giving it that unmistakable 1950s aesthetic collectors love.
Inside is a 17-jewel bumper automatic movement, the technology Omega used before transitioning to full-rotor automatics. A bumper movement uses a half-rotor that travels partway and “bumps” against small springs at each end of its arc — a wonderfully tactile early automatic system that enthusiasts appreciate for its character and historical importance.
Fitted with a new leather band, this watch runs well by vintage standards and is ready to enjoy right away.
Omega’s history dates back to 1848, and by the 1950s the brand had become one of the world’s most influential watchmakers, pioneering everything from early waterproof cases to precision chronometer movements. Their bumper automatics were an important stepping-stone in that evolution, bridging the gap between hand-wound calibers and the smooth full-rotor automatics that came later.
This 1950 bumper automatic is a wonderful blend of history, craftsmanship, and everyday wearability — a durable steel case, a beautifully proportioned dial, and one of the most charming early automatic systems ever made. A fantastic vintage piece for collectors and enthusiasts alike.
This 1950 Omega bumper automatic is a beautiful example of early postwar Swiss watchmaking, capturing the charm of vintage design with the engineering innovation that helped define the brand’s rise in the mid-20th century. Housed in a stainless steel case with thick lugs and a bold bezel, it has a strong wrist presence while remaining elegant and understated. The sub-seconds dial adds a classic touch, giving it that unmistakable 1950s aesthetic collectors love.
Inside is a 17-jewel bumper automatic movement, the technology Omega used before transitioning to full-rotor automatics. A bumper movement uses a half-rotor that travels partway and “bumps” against small springs at each end of its arc — a wonderfully tactile early automatic system that enthusiasts appreciate for its character and historical importance.
Fitted with a new leather band, this watch runs well by vintage standards and is ready to enjoy right away.
Omega’s history dates back to 1848, and by the 1950s the brand had become one of the world’s most influential watchmakers, pioneering everything from early waterproof cases to precision chronometer movements. Their bumper automatics were an important stepping-stone in that evolution, bridging the gap between hand-wound calibers and the smooth full-rotor automatics that came later.
This 1950 bumper automatic is a wonderful blend of history, craftsmanship, and everyday wearability — a durable steel case, a beautifully proportioned dial, and one of the most charming early automatic systems ever made. A fantastic vintage piece for collectors and enthusiasts alike.
