Vintage Omega, Oversized Case, Swiss Made, Ref. 2317/14, Cal. 30T2, Radium Dial from 1944

This vintage Omega Ref. 2317/14 is a superb example of early 1940s design with Caliber 30T2 in an oversized-for-the-era 35 mm stainless steel case. Completely original and dating to 1944, this watch offers a compelling combination of wartime-era utilitarianism and elegance.

The radium dial remains untouched, showing beautiful aging and patina consistent with its 80-year history—an authentic piece of Omega's pre-Seamaster legacy.

With its large-for-the-time case, military-era radium dial, and the iconic 30T2 movement ticking inside, this 1944 Omega is not just a watch - it’s a highly wearable and collectible piece for those who appreciate early Omega tool watches with character and authenticity.

CASE:

• Excellent stainless steel case in honest, unpolished condition
• Strong lugs and case lines with light signs of wear
• 3-body construction with a snap-on case back
• Size: 35 mm (without crown) / 41 mm lug-to-lug / 18 mm between lugs
• Original crown
• Reference: 2317/14
• Serial number: 10954591
• Year: 1944

MOVEMENT:

• Omega Caliber 30T2 – manual wind
• 15 jewels, sub-seconds at 6 o'clock
• Highly respected for its accuracy, simplicity, and durability
• Movement is clean and in good running condition

DIAL:

• Original radium dial in excellent, untouched condition
• Full Arabic numerals with aged radium lume and dot hour markers
• Blued steel hands with radium fill, matching the dial tone
• Sub-seconds register at 6 o'clock with original crosshair design
• Warm patina throughout, giving the dial a beautiful vintage presence