Vintage Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch Review

Key Points from the Discussion

• The author's Omega De Ville Central Tourbillon is a white gold version from the second series, manufactured in 1998 and originally sold in Russia in November 1999. It was acquired by Dje in late 2020.
• The Omega De Ville Central Tourbillon is exceptionally rare, with production limited to a handful of pieces, possibly no more than a few in 2001. Its scarcity makes Dje's example a significant find, even for long-time enthusiasts and moderators.
• The watch's understated design, with minimal branding, contributes to its 'low-key' appeal, allowing the exceptional craftsmanship and rarity to speak for itself.
• The blue gold dial version of the Omega De Ville Central Tourbillon is considered by some to possess peerless elegance and to be the most desirable variant.
• The author, Dje, notes that while he previously sought a Patek Philippe Nautilus, the Omega De Ville Central Tourbillon has proven to be a more fulfilling acquisition, highlighting a shift in collecting priorities away from highly hyped models.
• A forum moderator has committed to inquiring with Omega directly to ascertain more precise production numbers or an approximate range for the De Ville Central Tourbillon, given its extreme rarity.