Omega Jumbo Ref. 2808-1, 1956 fb_category_318 This stunning 14k Tri-Compax sums

This stunning 14k Tri-Compax sums up why we love the model

Originally from the collection of author of the excellent book 'Time for a change

The second was an issue of durability with watches of the time suffering from intrusion of water

The case back is engraved on the inside with 105

Snap this one up quickly because we fear it may be a long time until we come across another like it

Omega Jumbo Ref. 2808-1, 1956 fb_category_318 This stunning 14k Tri-Compax sumsA fine and rare example of the Omega 2808 1 from circa 1956. Complete with an extract from the archives, this reference CK 2808 is in exceptional condition throughout. The reference CK 2808 is perhaps the most famous and rarest iteration of the jumbo Omega references created between the late 1930's to the 1950's. Whereas most dress watches of the time measured in between 32 34mm, jumbo Omega's were typically 37 or 38mm. In the case of the reference