A truly exceptional and increasingly rare Omega Jumbo reference 2890-1, dating to 1956 and presented in outstanding original condition. Nicknamed the “Jumbo” due to its substantial 36mm case, this reference was significantly larger than the typical 34mm dress watches of the era and remains highly sought-after amongst vintage Omega collectors today.
Featuring a beautifully aged cream dial, original unpolished case and the highly respected Omega Calibre 267 manual-wind movement, this is a superb example of mid-century Omega watchmaking.
Key Details
• Model: Omega Jumbo
• Reference: 2890-1
• Year: 1956
• Case Size: 36mm
• Case Material: Stainless Steel
• Dial: Cream with natural patina
• Hour Markers: Gold-tone baton markers
• Hands: Matching gold-tone hands
• Sub-Dial: Subsidiary seconds at 6 o’clock
• Crown: Original Omega signed crown
• Crystal: Plexiglass
• Movement: Manual Wind
• Calibre: Omega 267
• Strap: Brown leather strap
• Buckle: Steel buckle
• Guarantee: 12-month mechanical guarantee
Condition Report
Case: Original and unpolished condition with excellent preservation throughout.
Dial: Beautiful original cream dial displaying natural ageing and patina, adding tremendous vintage character.
Hour Markers: Original gold-tone markers in excellent condition.
Hands: Matching gold-tone hands with strong originality.
Crystal: Plexiglass crystal in very good condition.
Crown: Original Omega signed crown present.
Overall: An exceptional and highly original example of a sought-after vintage Omega Jumbo.
Working Order
Recently fully serviced.
The Omega Calibre 267 manual-wind movement is running exceptionally well.
• Accuracy: Approximately +2 seconds per day
• Strong healthy amplitude
All functions operating exactly as intended.
Supplied with our 12-month mechanical guarantee.
Our View
The Omega Jumbo references have become some of the most desirable vintage Omegas on the market. Their larger case sizes make them surprisingly modern on the wrist while retaining all the charm and elegance of a 1950s dress watch.
This example offers everything collectors look for: an untouched case, attractive naturally aged dial, original crown and a freshly serviced movement. The combination of the warm cream dial, gold furnishings and subsidiary seconds display creates a timeless aesthetic that is difficult to match.
A wonderful opportunity to acquire a rare and increasingly collectible piece of Omega history.
