Today's offering showcases this prime restored example of one of Omega's retro vintage watches. Living up to its name as one of the sophisticated "De Ville" models, it features a retro style case with waterproof style screw back, strong black dial, very fine automatic Omega movement, and desirable original Omega "beads of rice" bracelet.

Powering the watch is Omega's top-tier caliber 565 movement used in Seamasters from the era, and one of the last superior 500's series movements used before Omega began trying to reduce their costs. It has 24 jewels and is one of the finest mass-produced automatic movements from era.

It measures 34mm without the crown - the same size as a mens Rolex Date watch.

But what is most striking about the watch is its incredible condition! It presents in true expertly restored cosmetic condition. It is 100% original Omega down to the hands, winding crown, and even the signed Omega crystal!

The matte black dial with has been meticulously refinished - the printing could pass as Omega factory done to the naked eye.

The high-grade movement winds smoothly and is running very accurately.

Included with the purchase is a one-year warranty on the movement and its function, a custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity, and a new timing certificate attesting to it performance.

An over four and a half decade old Omega that presents like new!

• Manufacturer: Omega
• Country of origin: Switzerland
• Serial no.: 28,941,152
• Year made: c. 1970
• Model: De Ville, Ref. 166.029
• Functions: Hours, Minutes, Automatic, Quick-Setting Date
• Designed for: Men
• Case material: Stainless steel
• Case markings (inside): Omega Watch Co., Swiss Made, 166.029, Acier Inoxydable
• Case condition: Presents on the wrist as mint with slight signs of polishing and has one section of aging hidden between the lugs
• Dimensions: 34mm wide (excluding crown), 40mm long lug tip-to-tip
• Dial: Signed Omega, matte black, steel indexes topped with white, expertly refinished
• Hands: Omega, steel batons
• Movement type: Omega Caliber 565, 24 jewels (seven more than found in other Omega movements) copper colored, shock protected, bi-direction automatic, micrometer regulator for precision timing`
• Movement markings: Omega Watch Co., Swiss, Twenty Four Jewels, 565
• Band: Omega "beads of rice" 1068 No. 12, stainless steel, sized to fit a wrist up to approx. just over 7.5 inches, presents as mint condition with mild stretch and light signs of polishing
• Width between lugs: 18mm
• Crystal: Acrylic, signed Omega, excellent condition
• Serviced by C.O.T.: No.
• Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. 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 experienced team of watchmakers both of whom each have over forty years of experience and a large number of parts.
• Warranty: 1-year warranty. Please email concierge@cotwatches.com for details.
• Box/Papers: BOX - Connoisseur of Time watch presentation box; PAPERS - Custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity; New timing certificate
• 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