OmegaDe Ville Prestige 38mm 2006 Full Set Watch

Q: What year and reference is this Omega De Ville Prestige?
A: This Swiss-made Omega De Ville Prestige is listed as a 2006 watch with reference number 4813.30.01.

Q: What size is this watch?
A: The case diameter is listed as 38 mm in the product information. Wrist fit also depends on the strap length and your preferred proportions; contact A Retro Tale if you need confirmation of the wearable length.

Q: Is this watch automatic or battery-powered?
A: Reference 4813.30.01 uses the OMEGA Co-Axial calibre 2202, a self-winding mechanical movement that does not require a battery. Its specified power reserve is approximately 48 hours when fully wound, although the performance of a pre-owned watch can depend on its condition and servicing history.

Q: What does the small dial show, and does the watch have a date display?
A: The small sub-dial at 6 o’clock displays the running seconds. This reference shows hours, minutes and small seconds, without a date display.

Q: What condition is this particular watch in?
A: It is listed in good condition, with light marks and scratches throughout the material. The internal condition is described as good, and the hardware is shiny with light scratches. These descriptions do not establish its servicing history or guarantee a particular level of timekeeping accuracy.

Q: What is included with the full set?
A: The product information lists a full set, a box and an outer box. Individual documents or cards are not separately specified, so please contact A Retro Tale to confirm the exact contents if particular paperwork is important to you.

Q: Can I swim or shower while wearing this watch?
A: OMEGA specifies an original water-resistance rating of 3 bar, or 30 metres, for this reference. This does not confirm the current water resistance of this 2006 watch, as seals can deteriorate with age. Avoid swimming, showering or immersing it unless a qualified watchmaker has recently checked it and confirmed suitable use.

Q: How often should it be serviced, and has this watch been serviced recently?
A: OMEGA generally recommends a complete service every 5–8 years, depending on use and environment, and an annual water-resistance check. No servicing date is provided for this particular watch. Contact A Retro Tale for any available service records rather than assuming that good condition means it has recently been serviced.

Q: How should I care for this pre-owned Omega?
A: Avoid heavy knocks, extreme temperature changes, strong magnetic fields and contact with perfumes, solvents or detergents. Until its water resistance has been confirmed, keep it dry. If fitted with a leather strap, protect the strap from moisture, greasy substances and prolonged sunlight, and avoid leather-cleaning products.