OMEGA De Ville Bracelet BA 1509 / 836: Classic 18K Gold Luxury in a Timeless Bracelet

The OMEGA De Ville BA 1509 / 836 bracelet is a sophisticated and luxurious component crafted from solid 18k yellow gold, designed to complement the refined style of vintage OMEGA De Ville dress watches. As part of the prestigious BA-series, this bracelet offers the best of OMEGA’s mid- to late-20th-century design sensibilities—an elegant multi-link structure, precision fitment, and jewelry-grade finishing that transforms any watch into a statement of pure class.

The BA 1509 / 836 is especially desirable for collectors and connoisseurs looking to restore or complete a full gold De Ville timepiece from the 1980s or early 1990s, ensuring not only a perfect fit but also a cohesive aesthetic from case to clasp.

Reference Breakdown

• BA: OMEGA’s designation for solid 18-carat yellow gold. Every component—links, clasp, end pieces—is made from genuine gold, offering both luxury and intrinsic value.

• 1509: The bracelet design number. This model features a fine-grain, multi-link construction, allowing for a highly flexible and soft wrist feel. It appears slightly more intricate than the 1508, while offering more wrist articulation than the broader 1507.

• 836: The solid gold end links, made specifically to match OMEGA cases with 18mm lugs, ensuring a clean and flush transition between the bracelet and the case.

This bracelet was designed for elegance—not tool-watch robustness—making it ideal for formal, vintage timepieces.

Key Features

• Material: Entirely crafted from 18k yellow gold, brushed and polished to enhance its rich tone and natural luster

• Link Structure: Refined multi-link layout providing excellent wrist conformity and a jewelry-like wearing experience

• End Links: Solid 836 gold end links built for a precise and secure fit to OMEGA’s slim gold dress watches

• Clasp: Elegant hidden fold-over clasp, also in solid gold, engraved with the OMEGA logo, preserving the bracelet’s visual continuity

• Finish: Smooth and flowing, designed for understated glamour and maximum comfort

The BA 1509 / 836 bracelet is often praised for its light, flowing feel that wraps around the wrist like fine gold jewelry—more than just a functional strap, it becomes part of the watch’s identity.

Compatibility

This bracelet is compatible with vintage OMEGA De Ville watches, particularly:

• Solid gold or gold-cap models from the late 1970s to early 1990s

• Watches with 18mm lug width and slim, round dress cases

While primarily built for the De Ville line, it may also fit select OMEGA Genève or Constellation models with similar lug architecture.

Why It’s Coveted

• True Luxury: Solid 18k gold construction throughout

• Factory Original: Period-correct for several collectible OMEGA references

• Elegant and Comfortable: Drapes like fine jewelry; perfect for dress occasions

• Rarity: Increasingly hard to find in clean condition with original hallmarks and tight links

Final Thoughts

The OMEGA De Ville BA 1509 / 836 bracelet is a masterclass in vintage luxury—blending fine gold craftsmanship with OMEGA’s commitment to elegance and precision. For those restoring a classic De Ville or simply elevating their timepiece with an authentic gold bracelet, this model represents the pinnacle of period-correct refinement.