Additional Info : Omega De Ville Hour Vision Mens Watch 431.30.41.21.02.001

An all new Manufactory calibre developed by Omega with self−winding Co−Axial Escapement forgreater precision stability and durability. It houses a free sprung balance, 2 barrels mounted in series, and automatic winding in both directions to reduce winding time. Visible bridges and the oscillating mass are decorated with exclusive arabesque Cotes de Geneve.

The 8500 movement was designed from scratch, a rare endeavour in a world that tends to rely on decades-old movement bases, escapements and winding mechanisms. To design and decorate an escapement that oscillates 220,752,000 times per year is extremely challenging. Any impact on the distribution of its weight or its resistance to friction can seriously compromise accuracy and longevity. This rules out most decoration on traditional movements.

The unique low-friction design of the Hour Vision Co-Axial escapement, however, opens up new possibilities.

Omega engineers have developed a unique matte black finish and bespoke design for screws, balance wheel and barrels.

The 8500 movement is a twin barrel in series, which delivers more stable power. It has a 60-hour power reserve and 39 jewels. The automatic winding mechanism with a bi-metalic brass and tungsten rotor winds bidirectionally, thus reducing winding time.

Grooved rhodium-plated hour track with brushed and polished finish. 18k White Gold Parform hour and minute Hands with brushed finish. Dial contains 18k White Gold indexes, date frame and Omega Logo.

Bracelet offers new screw and pin adjusting system for easier adjustment.
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