Omega is a Swiss luxury watch brand that has been synonymous with quality, accuracy and innovation for over a century. Founded in 1848, Omega has since become one of the world’s most respected and celebrated watchmakers, thanks in part to its rich heritage of technical excellence and its commitment to pushing the boundaries of watchmaking. Known for its iconic designs and legendary timepieces such as the Speedmaster and the Seamaster, Omega has earned a reputation as a watchmaker that combines classical style with cutting-edge technology to create timeless and enduring timepieces.
Omega was founded in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland by Louis Brandt.
Omega introduced the first minute repeating timepiece in the world.
Omega won the Grand Prize at the Paris World Fair for its precision timekeeping.
Omega became the official timekeeper of the Olympic Games.
The Omega Speedmaster was introduced as the first chronograph wristwatch with a tachymeter scale.
The Omega Seamaster became the official watch of the James Bond franchise.
The Omega Speedmaster became the first watch worn on the moon during the Apollo 11 mission.
Omega introduced the Constellation Manhattan, which featured four claws on the case and integrated bracelet.
The Omega Co-Axial movement was introduced, which reduced friction and increased accuracy.
The Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean was introduced with a ceramic bezel and Liquidmetal diving scale.
FOUNDED
1848HEADQUARTERS
Biel/Bienne, SwitzerlandSERVICES CENTER
🇨🇦 Swatch Group Canada Ltd.
Toronto
555 Richmond Street West Suite 1105 M5V 3B1
Tel: + 1 416 703 1667
Email: servicecanada@swatchgroup.com
Montreal
1239 Rue de la Montagne H3G 172
Tel: + 1 514 447 3074
Vancouver (Time & Gold)
565 W. Georgia St. V6B 1Z5
Tel: + 1 604 683 1812
You can also get in touch with an authorized retailers
WEBSITE
www.omegawatches.com
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