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     Back in the day the Omega Catalog featured the "Ranchero" alongside the "Seamaster" and the "Railmaster" for a very reasonable price of 147 francs.  The "Ranchero" was informally referred to as the "Fourth Musketeer".  It was touted as an entry level wristwatch that had elements of its forbears, the 1950's "Speedmaster", "Railmaster", and "Seamaster", but at a much more affordable price.  Due to cultural sensitivities around the model name, the "Ranchero" did not do well in its intended market of North America, and was phased out of production within two short years after its introduction.  This is the reason they are so scare today and why collectors are Jonesing for them whenever an original is found....like this one!

     These are nearly impossible to find now in the correct case and movement! Because the original configuration is so desirable, we are seeing a lot of pretenders coming into the market. This one is all original and has all the proper markings to make it a true Omega "Ranchero" - and what a desirable timepiece it is!

     As you may know, we here at Father Time are high on Omega wristwatches and are especially pumped by this current addition to our inventory, the Omega "Ranchero". This is a watch to conjure with! Take a look at the "Zoom-In" photos to really appreciate this killer wristwatch. The stainless steel case, measuring 44mm lug to lug by 38mm in diameter (not including the crown) is in very nice condition and it has the proper "Waterproof" markings and reference number. The black dial is wonderful and the hands and markers have that creamy color and patina that everyone is looking for.  We all had to hook up our drool cups over our ears before we took a look. The original "Broad Arrow" hand set makes it look even cooler. Just beneath the 12 is the Greek letter symbol that is the Omega logo and, of course, the Omega name. Underneath the name is the "Ranchero" designation in a neat script and beneath that you can see the "30mm", 17 jewel, movement designation. The hour markers are a great looking, coffee-with-cream color and are interspersed with thin minute hash marks. At the 12, 3, and 9, white Arabic numerals call out the quarter hours. Just above the 6 o'clock position, the sunken seconds bit mimics the case shape. The movement is functioning perfectly and it bears the proper Cal. 267 designation. All these details are spectacular but, it is the overall mystique of this "Ranchero" that calls to the prospective owner. Whomever ultimately wears this handsome watch will be noticed for their great taste and their understanding of fine timepieces.

   This is the only "Ranchero" (Circa 1958) of this caliber (Omega 267) that we have had in a long time, and with its original box.  We hope that we may make you its caretaker for the next lifetime. Remember all of our timepieces come with our famous one year warranty for parts and labor so that you may buy with confidence.