THE ART OF WATCHMAKING
OMEGA has continually made significant contributions to the art of watchmaking since its founding in 1848. These include the calibre “Omega” introduced in 1894 and the "Marine" created in 1932. They range from the launch of the Speedmaster in 1957 to the Co-Axial calibres which took the horological industry by storm half a century later. While OMEGA has distinguished itself in a number of different professional areas, the brand has always remained true to the core identity it established more than 160 years ago: innovative watchmaker.
Co-Axial Technology
OMEGA’s introduction of the Co-Axial escapement in 1999 signalled a revolution in contemporary mechanical watchmaking. The brand’s exclusive Co-Axial calibres, launched in 2007, deliver better chronometric performance than any other series-produced watch movement in the world.
Liquidmetal
The OMEGA Seamaster Planet Ocean Liquidmetal® Limited Edition is the world’s first watch to blend ceramics and an alloy called Liquidmetal®. The result is pure OMEGA: a design premiere which will retain its appearance forever.
Design
OMEGA’s wristwatches have been awarded for their design excellence nearly as often as they have been honoured for their accuracy. The watches in OMEGA’s catalogue share a proud design tradition whose roots can be traced back through the brand’s long history.
