2639‑5 1950s
£1,495
What’s Included
- Full overhaul documentation (June 2025)
- 12‑month in‑house mechanical warranty
- Fully insured next‑day UK delivery or collection from Mayfair
Omega – Ref. 2639‑5 – Tropical Black Dial – “Jumbo” 36mm – Manual Wind – 1950 – recent full service
An elegant and highly collectible vintage Omega, this Ref. 2639‑5 dates to 1950 and showcases a beautifully aged tropical black dial with a warm, even patina that has developed naturally over time. Combined with gold‑coloured baton markers and applied Arabic numerals, it offers exceptional mid‑century character and wrist presence. A timeless and honest example of early Omega craftsmanship, enhanced by a full professional overhaul in June 2025.
Case & Dial
- 36mm stainless steel case — considered oversized (“Jumbo”) for the era
- Larger than the typical 33–34mm 1950s dress watches, giving excellent wrist presence
- Naturally aged tropical black dial
- Gold‑coloured baton hour markers with applied Arabic numerals
- Subsidiary seconds at 6 o’clock
- Warm patina with matching gilt accents
- A highly collectible early‑50s aesthetic
Movement
- Manual‑wind Omega calibre (descended from the legendary 30T2 family)
- Celebrated for accuracy, durability and longevity
- Full overhaul completed June 2025 (almost £700 in documented work)
- Excellent current mechanical health
- Reliable and strong performer despite its age
Strap
- Strap not specified; can be paired to buyer preference
- Suitable options include black leather, grain leather or vintage‑style straps
Condition
- Exceptional vintage condition throughout
- Attractive tropical dial with beautiful natural ageing
- Case retains strong lines with honest wear
- Recently serviced — mechanically excellent
- Due to age, not advised for water exposure
Our View
A truly desirable Jumbo 2639‑5 with a naturally aged tropical dial, larger 36mm case and a movement rooted in the iconic 30T2 lineage. With its newly completed overhaul, beautiful patina and strong mechanical pedigree, this example is perfect for collectors seeking an authentic, charismatic vintage Omega from the early 1950s that wears superbly on the wrist.
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£1,495
What’s Included
- Full overhaul documentation (June 2025)
- 12‑month in‑house mechanical warranty
- Fully insured next‑day UK delivery or collection from Mayfair
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| Box | No |
|---|---|
| Case size | 36mm |
| Condition | Good |
| Dial Colour | Black |
| Gender | Mens, Unisex |
| Manufactured year | c1950 |
| Material | Steel |
| Movement | Manual Wind |
| Paperwork | No |
| Stock Number | CHW6790 |
| Strap Design | Leather |
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