65 Omega A fine and very attractive, Chronograph, manual wristwatch in steel, with black and silver, multi-scale two-tone dial, reference CK2393.
Estimate: Fr. 12'000 – 24'000
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- Model Chronograph
- Year 1943
- Reference CK2393
- Case Material Stainless steel
- Case Number 10'124'016
- Bracelet Material Leather strap
- Movement Manual, cal. 33.3, 17 jewels
- Movement Number 9'392'338
- Dimension 37mm Diameter
- Signed Case, dial and movement
- Accessories Accompanied by Omega Extract Of Records confirming the production of the present timepiece in 1943 and its subsequent sale on 26th May 1946.
Predating the era of the Speedmaster, this Omega reference 2393 captures a very different philosophy of the chronograph, one rooted firmly in utility. At the time of its creation, such watches were conceived not as lifestyle objects, but as working instruments, designed for engineers, military personnel, and technicians who relied on precise elapsed-time measurement in their daily activities. This purpose-driven approach is immediately visible on the dial. Far from minimal, it presents a richly layered composition, combining tachymeter, telemeter and pulsation scales within a two-tone layout that enhances both legibility and functionality. The result is a dial that feels almost architectural in its construction, complex, yet entirely coherent, with every element serving a clear role. The case follows the same logic. Built in the classic three-part configuration with a snap back, it reflects the robust construction typical of the 1930s and 1940s. The lugs, with their pronounced bevels, retain strong definition, an increasingly rare trait, while the 37mm diameter stands out as notably large for the period, reinforcing its professional intent and improving readability. Powering the watch is the revered calibre 33.3 CH, widely regarded as one of Omega’s finest chronograph movements. Its technical quality and historical importance place it among the great calibres of its time. Preserved in excellent overall condition and accompanied by an Extract from the Archives confirming production in 1943, this watch embodies the essence of early chronograph design, functional, refined, and deeply rooted in its historical context.
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