FOR SALE – OMEGA SEAMASTER AUTOMATIC BUMPER 2577-13 SC – BLACK WAFFLE DIAL – 1952
We are pleased to offer this beautiful Omega Seamaster Automatic reference 2577-13 SC from approximately 1952, featuring a rare original black waffle dial, elegant gold plated case and the characteristic Omega calibre 351 automatic bumper movement. A particularly charming vintage Seamaster with a very distinctive appearance, presented in nice and honest condition for its age.
The absolute highlight of this example is its original black waffle dial. The textured surface gives the dial a beautiful depth and makes this a particularly unusual configuration. It is finished with attractive gilt lettering in a warm yellow gold tone, matching the gold coloured applied hour markers and original gold coloured hands. Together, these details create a very elegant and unmistakably vintage appearance.
The gold plated case remains in nice overall vintage condition and retains its attractive proportions and beautifully shaped lugs. As may be expected from a watch of this age, the case shows scratches, small marks and general signs of wear. There are also some areas where the gold plating has worn slightly over time. These imperfections are consistent with the age of the watch and form part of its honest vintage character.
Another attractive detail is the original Omega signed buckle, which is also the correct type for this particular reference and period. This is a particularly nice feature, as finding these vintage Seamaster models still fitted with their correct original bucklr is becoming increasingly uncommon.
The watch is fitted with a new black leather strap, beautifully complementing the black waffle dial and warm gold tones of the watch.
Inside is the classic Omega calibre 351 automatic bumper movement, one of Omega’s characteristic early automatic movements. The movement carries serial number 13,153,941, dating this example to approximately 1952. The watch is running and functioning as may reasonably be expected from a vintage mechanical watch of this age.
KEY DETAILS
Brand: Omega
Model: Seamaster Automatic
Reference: 2577-13 SC
Year: Approximately 1952
Case: Gold plated
Dial: Original black waffle dial
Dial details: Gilt yellow gold coloured lettering
Hour markers: Applied gold coloured hour markers
Hands: Original gold coloured hands
Movement: Omega Calibre 351 automatic bumper
Movement serial: 13,153,941
Crown: Original Omega signed crown
Strap: New black leather strap
Buckle: Original Omega signed buckle
Condition: Nice and honest vintage condition with ageappropriate wear
A particularly attractive Omega Seamaster Automatic from approximately 1952, combining a rare original black waffle dial, beautiful gilt details and the classic calibre 351 bumper movement. The correct original Omega signed crown is another desirable detail that is not often retained on examples of this age. The watch shows honest signs of age, including scratches, small marks and some wear to the gold plating, but remains in nice overall condition with plenty of authentic vintage character.
