The Seamaster, showcasing both refinement and high function, was the most important Omega line from a sales perspective from the latter part of the 1960's into the 1970's.

Today's offering showcases this rare, classic and pleasing Seamaster with rare caliber 560 movement of which only 3,000 examples were made. These movements were split across nine models, making each in effect a "limited edition." The 560 was a movement made only for the U.S. market to cut down on import tariffs.

It was one of Omega's superior 500 series movements, one of the last series movements used before Omega began trying to reduce their costs, and one of the finest mass-produced automatic movements from era.

It is close to full size for the era - 34.5mm, which is in between the size of the Rolex Date and the Rolex Datejust.

This pleasing example has all of its original Omega parts even down to its original signed crystal and original waterproofing gasket!

Its case is in excellent condition with moderate signs of previous polishing. Its untouched original dial presents as just short of perfect mint to the naked eye with slight aging visible under magnification.

A Master Watchmaker has freshly serviced the movement. We have also timed it on a machine that simulates it being worn on the wrist. It is keeping very accurate time nearly on par with a new Omega.

For the finishing touch, it comes with a new leather strap and aftermarket Omega style buckle making it ready for immediate enjoyment.

Included with the purchase is a one-year international warranty on the movement and its function and a custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity.

Note: Published examples of similar watches can be found in Marco Richon's work Omega: A Journey Through Time, 2007, pg. 403.

For further reading on the caliber 560 visit our friend Desmond Guilfoyle's Omega collector's blog.

Manufacturer: Omega
Country of origin: Switzerland
Serial no.: 22,638,808
Year built: c. 1965
Model: Ref. 166.002, Seamaster
Functions: Hours, Minutes, Automatic, Date, Sweep Seconds
Designed for: Men
Case material: Stainless steel
Case markings (inside): Omega Watch Co., Acier Inoxydable, Swiss made, 166.002
Case condition: Its case is in excellent condition with moderate signs of previous polishing.
Dimensions: 34.5mm wide (excluding crown), 42.5mm long lug tip-to-tip
Dial: Silver, applied baton, aperture for the date, original and untouched, just short of perfect mint to the naked eye and shows only light aging under magnification
Hands: Original, steel luminous batons
Movement type: Cal. 560, copper colored, 17 jewels, straight line lever escapement, monometallic balance, shock-absorber, self-compensating flat balance-spring
Jewels: 17 rubies
Beat frequency: 19,800 BPH
Band: Leather, fully stitched, padded, brand new and unworn with aftermarket Omega style buckle. We also stock lizard and a variety of other straps in various prints, skins, and colors. Please ask us if you're interested.
Width between lugs: 18mm
Crystal: Acrylic, signed Omega, excellent condition
Serviced: A Master Watchmaker has freshly serviced the movement. We have also timed it on a machine that simulates it being worn on the wrist. It is keeping very accurate time nearly on par with a new Omega.
Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. It is keeping very accurate time nearly on par with a new Omega.
Warranty: 1-year international warranty. Please email concierge@cotwatches.com for details. Your watch is important to us, and we will take care of it for its lifetime. We provide the best after sale care in the business with an extremely experienced team of four Master Watchmakers all of whom each have over thirty-five years of experience and a large number of parts. One used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealership and was given special training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center.
Box/Papers: BOX - Connoisseur of Time watch presentation box; PAPERS - Custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity
Returns: 7 days full refund. 100% satisfaction guarantee

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee for all of our watches. If you are in any way unsatisfied with the watch we will fully refund the purchase price anytime within 7 days after the watch has been received. Our goal is to exceed our client's expectations throughout the buying experience.

All watches are packaged carefully and mailed double boxed in specially constructed, reinforced shipping boxes designed for high value items. All watches are sent fully insured with signature required. Most of our domestic shipping is done through FedEx. At times we will also use USPS Express Mail, and we can accommodate most requests for your preferred carrier. International shipments are sent USPS International Express Mail or FedEx.

The purchase price will be the declared value of the merchandise on any required customs forms. The payment of all customs duties, tariffs, and taxes are the responsibility of the buyer.

Also note that water resistance of vintage watches can no longer be guaranteed and is not covered under the watch's warranty. We do not recommend getting a vintage watch wet, even one that was originally designed to be waterproof.

To get an idea of how this watch will look on the wrist, please use the Watch Sizing Guide

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