{"product_id":"1944-omega-tank-cintree-18k-yellow-gold-case","title":"1944 Omega Tank Cintrée 18k Yellow Gold Case","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWorth A Read\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1047\" data-end=\"1075\"\u003eHistory and Significance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"906\" data-end=\"1272\"\u003eIn the 1940s, Omega produced a wide range of rectangular and tonneau-shaped watches that quietly rivaled the elegance of their Parisian counterparts. While Cartier defined the Tank Cintrée with its elongated, curved profile, many collectors and watchmakers admired the design enough to commission custom cases around high-quality Swiss movements and dials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"945\" data-start=\"455\"\u003eThis 1944 Omega is an excellent example of that tradition. At its core is an original Omega manual-wind movement, paired with its original tropical dial and signed crown. At some point in the past, the watch was fitted with a custom-made 18k yellow gold case inspired directly by early Cartier Tank Cintrée designs. The proportions are faithful to the Cintrée aesthetic, long and slender with gentle curvature, giving the watch strong wrist presence while remaining elegant and understated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1332\" data-start=\"947\"\u003eWhat makes this piece especially appealing is the untouched tropical dial. The warm patina has developed evenly over time and complements the yellow gold case beautifully. While not a factory Omega case, the quality and intent behind the design are clear, offering collectors the Cintrée look and feel with authentic vintage Omega components and at a far more approachable entry point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2060\" data-end=\"2083\"\u003eWriter’s Thoughts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1834\" data-start=\"1357\"\u003eThis watch delivers exactly what many collectors look for in a Cintrée-style piece. It wears long and elegant on the wrist, feels unmistakably vintage, and has real character thanks to the original dial and movement. The patina is honest and attractive, and the custom case does a convincing job of capturing the spirit of early Cartier without trying to pass as something it is not. For someone who loves vintage design and originality over labels, this is a compelling watch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2472\" data-end=\"2489\"\u003eOur Promise\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2222\" data-end=\"2487\"\u003eEvery watch is thoroughly vetted, carefully described with complete transparency, and guaranteed authentic. This Omega is offered in honest condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2172\" data-start=\"2124\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2134\" data-start=\"2124\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eOmega\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2204\" data-start=\"2175\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2185\" data-start=\"2175\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tank Cintrée style\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2221\" data-start=\"2207\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2216\" data-start=\"2207\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1944\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2258\" data-start=\"2224\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2242\" data-start=\"2224\"\u003eCase Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18k yellow gold\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2287\" data-start=\"2261\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2275\" data-start=\"2261\"\u003eCase Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22mm x 39mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2362\" data-start=\"2332\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2341\" data-start=\"2332\"\u003eDial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tropical patina silver dial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2385\" data-start=\"2365\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2377\" data-start=\"2365\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Acrylic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2413\" data-start=\"2388\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2401\" data-start=\"2388\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Manual wind\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2446\" data-start=\"2416\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2426\" data-start=\"2416\"\u003eStrap:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leather strap\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2478\" data-start=\"2449\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2466\" data-start=\"2449\"\u003eBuckle\/Clasp:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generic buckle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2505\" data-start=\"2481\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2494\" data-start=\"2481\"\u003eContents:\u003c\/strong\u003e Watch only\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eCondition\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2661\" data-start=\"2523\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2532\" data-start=\"2523\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Custom-made 18k yellow gold case shows light surface wear consistent with age. Case proportions remain strong and well-balanced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2823\" data-start=\"2748\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2760\" data-start=\"2748\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Acrylic crystal shows almost no surface marks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2914\" data-start=\"2826\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2835\" data-start=\"2826\"\u003eDial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original tropical dial remains untouched, with even patina and clear printing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2987\" data-start=\"2917\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2927\" data-start=\"2917\"\u003eHands:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original hands show light aging consistent with the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3052\" data-start=\"2990\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3000\" data-start=\"2990\"\u003eStrap:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leather strap is new.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"3125\" data-start=\"3055\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3072\" data-start=\"3055\"\u003eBuckle\/Clasp:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Generic buckle is new.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Omega","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45560431411383,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0553\/8391\/6727\/files\/DSF1801.jpg?v=1766599168","url":"https:\/\/huntingtoncompany.com\/products\/1944-omega-tank-cintree-18k-yellow-gold-case","provider":"Huntington Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}