RARE Antique WWI German Pilot Award Silver Omega Pocket Watch & Badge

Presenting a highly collectible and historically significant WWI-era military presentation set. This listing features a beautiful 52mm antique Omega pocket watch crafted in 0.800 solid silver, accompanied by a matching German pilot’s badge. Maintained in perfect working order, this exceptional horological artifact was likely awarded to a distinguished aviator of the Imperial German Flying Corps (Luftstreitkräfte) during the First World War. This is a profound acquisition for serious military historians, aviation enthusiasts, and Omega collectors.

During the dawn of military aviation in WWI, pocket watches were essential navigational instruments for pilots calculating fuel consumption, speed, and distance. Omega had already established a globally recognized reputation for precision timekeeping by the early 20th century. High-quality watches adorned with military motifs were frequently presented by commanders or purchased privately by elite airmen to commemorate their service, successful sorties, or obtaining their pilot’s badge.

Detailed Condition & Specifications

Dial & Hands

• Condition: The pristine white enamel dial is exceptionally preserved and highly detailed.

• Imagery & Text: The dial prominently features the classic “OMEGA” text and logo below the 12 o’clock position. Flanking the center pinion are detailed transfer prints of an early military biplane and a classic German Iron Cross. Arching above the sub-seconds register is the nationalistic motto “Alles für Deutschland” (Everything for Germany).

• Hands: The watch retains its original, highly ornate Louis XV-style hands in a striking rose-gold tone.

Case & Exterior

• Material & Size: Cased in solid 0.800 silver, measuring a substantial 52mm in diameter.

• Case Back: The exterior case back boasts a crisp engine-turned (guilloché) pattern, centered around an unmonogrammed shield cartouche.

• Hallmarks: The interior of the case back is fully hallmarked with the Omega emblem, the “0.800” silver purity mark, the German Imperial silver hallmark (Crescent Moon and Crown), and the matching serial number 4141889.

Inner Cuvette / Dust Cover

• Details: The polished silver inner dust cover proudly displays the “OMEGA” name above a beautifully struck row of gold-toned exhibition medallions. Beneath these medallions, the cuvette is engraved with the prestigious award title: “GRAND PRIX PARIS 1900”.

Movement

• Mechanics: Powering the watch is a pristine, high-grade manual-wind Omega movement featuring a beautiful frosted gilt finish. The movement bridge is clearly stamped “OMEGA”. It utilizes a bimetallic compensation balance wheel and features a detailed regulator scale for precise timekeeping adjustments.

• Functionality: The timepiece is in perfect working order, running robustly and keeping excellent vintage time.

Accompanied Pilot’s Badge

• Design: The listing includes a heavily detailed WWI-era German pilot’s badge. The front features a raised imperial crown above an oak and laurel wreath, encompassing an eagle soaring over a countryside landscape.

• Hardware: The reverse side of the badge exhibits a naturally aged patina and is fitted with a standard vertical pin-back fastening assembly.

Terms of Sale

• Shipping: The watch and badge set will be securely packaged in a climate-controlled, shock-resistant parcel. Fully insured global shipping with signature confirmation is required.

• Authenticity: Guaranteed authentic as described.

• Questions: Please examine all provided high-resolution photographs carefully, as they serve as an integral part of this description. Do not hesitate to reach out with any technical or historical inquiries prior to bidding or purchasing.

The watch comes with AN APPRAISAL CERTIFICATE FOR $2800