Omega De Ville Chronometer Ref. 168.1050 | Calibre 1109
The Finesse of Time, the Purity of Mechanics!
In the mid-1980s, Omega was in the process of returning to its mechanical roots following the Quartz revolution.
One of the elegant representatives of this rebirth was the De Ville Chronometer Ref. 168.1050.
Housing the Calibre 1109 Chronometer movement in a steel case just 8 mm thick, this model has become the symbol of Omega's "perfection in finesse."
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Product Description and Technical Data
Brand/Model: Omega De Ville Chronometer Ref. 168.1050
Year of Manufacture: 1986 (Serial No: 49XXXXXX)
Caliber: Omega 1109 (Chronometer-certified, 21 jewels, automatic)
Frequency: 28,800 A/h
Power Reserve: Approximately 44 hours
Diameter: 34.5 mm
Thickness: 8 mm
Case: Polished stainless steel
Glass: Sapphire crystal
Dial: Polished black base, silver baton indices
Crown: Original Omega logo embossed
Case Back: Stainless steel, stamped "168.1050 / 368.1050" inside
Strap: New black saffiano leather
Box: Original red Omega box from the period
Movement and Technical Background
At the heart of this model is the Omega Caliber 1109 -
Based on the ETA 2892-A2 but redesigned by Omega The rotor, balance bridge, and regulation system have been completely redesigned.
This slender 21-jewel automatic movement is COSC Chronometer certified and offers a 44-hour power reserve.
Housed in an 8 mm case, it stands out as one of the most elegant automatics of its time.
Design and Aesthetic Highlights
Dial: A deep black glossy finish contrasts perfectly with the silver baton indices.
Hands: The polished "dauphine" shape offers a characteristic vibrancy with sharp light reflections.
Date Window: Elegantly positioned at 3 o'clock, without disrupting the classic Omega symmetry.
Case Shape: Circular, elegantly edged, and ultra-thin—perfectly comfortable on the wrist.
Crown Crown: Embossed with the Omega logo, preserved in its original form.
Technical Note
The case back bears both the reference numbers 168.1050 and 368.1050.
This is due to Omega's use of the same case mold for both the steel (168) and 18-karat gold (368) versions in the 1980s.
This production method ensured high consistency and component compatibility across Omega cases of the period.
Condition Report and Collectible Value
The watch is in excellent condition overall.
The case and crystal are scratch-free, and the dial retains its deep luster.
The Caliber 1109 is fully functional and chronometer-accurate.
This example, manufactured in 1986, is a special collector's item, reflecting Omega's mechanical rebirth during the period of its emergence from the quartz crisis.
Final Word
Omega De Ville Chronometer Ref. 168.1050 (1986)
Elegance that works in harmony with time, not against it.
Mechanical mastery hidden in its simple 34.5 mm steel case and 8 mm thin bezel.
The Calibre 1109's chronometer certification is a technical hallmark of the mechanical rebirth of the 1980s.
This watch is a silent representative of the era in which Omega redefined precision and aesthetics.
Historical Insight - The Mechanical Comeback of the 1980s
The mid-1980s were a time when Omega rebuilt its mechanical identity in the wake of the quartz wave.
The De Ville Chronometer series became the elegant symbol of this turn:
Slim, discreet, technically perfect.
Calibre 1109 redefined the brand's high standard of precision, making the De Ville series central to Omega's philosophy of "precision meets elegance."
This De Ville is more than just a timekeeping instrument; it is an elegant document of Omega's 1980s rebirth.
The product you are viewing was manufactured in 1986.
Professionally overhauled and FULLY SERVICED (the movement is completely disassembled, its components cleaned, oiled, and adjusted), your watch will function flawlessly without any surprises. (Maintenance-free for 3 years unless exposed to direct water or high humidity for extended periods.)
Item Condition: Tested, fully functional, and in working order.
