Today's offering showcases this classic example of one of Omega's vintage gent's Geneve watches.

It is a retro Omega with a large waterproof style case, royal blue dial, and automatic movement with quick-setting date.

It is full size measuring just over 36mm in diameter - a bit larger than even a Rolex Datejust.

Powering it is Omega's automatic caliber 1012 engine found in Seamasters and other models from the era. It has 23 jewels, seven more than most Omega's from the era.

It is fully Omega down to the dial, hands, and winding crown.

It has just finished a true expertly done restoration. The robust yet shapely case with water-resistant style screw down back presents as mint. On the wrist, the case presents as gorgeous mint.

Its regal dial, which has a timeless design, has been meticulously restored - the printing could pass as Omega factory done to the naked eye. It has a much deeper and rich darker tone than our photos suggest. They couldn't begin to do it justice.

As part of the restoration, a Master Watchmaker has just fully overhauled the movement. It is near pristine. Photos of the inside available upon request.

It is running very strong and true, keeping time essentially on par with a new Omega in our testing recording position.

For the finishing touch, we have meticulously detailed it making it ready for immediate enjoyment.

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.

A more than half-century old Omega that presents like new on the wrist!

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.

Omega Geneve:

Omega watches can be found on the wrists of many prominent figures including Pierce Brosnan, Michael Schumacher, Michael Phelps, Ernie Els, Prince William, and one also graced the wrist of President John F. Kennedy. Omega has been the official timekeeper for 21 Olympic Games and is the official chronometer of NASA.

Beginning in 1953 Omega placed the name Geneve on the dials of some of the members of the 30mm collection which at the time were produced in the company's workshops in Geneve (to put Geneve on a dial of a watch certain components and processes must take place in Geneve). According to Omega the name referred to to the Genevan Observatory where the early 30mm calibers set a number of records.

Manufacturer: Omega
Country of origin: Switzerland
Serial number: 37,309,634
Year built: c. 1973
Model: Geneve, Ref. 166.0173
Functions: Hours, Minutes, Automatic, Sweep Seconds, Quick-Setting Date
Designed for: Men
Case material: Stainless steel
Case markings (inside): Omega Watch Co, Swiss Made, Acier Inoxydable, 166.0173
Case condition: Presents as mint
Dimensions: 36.3mm wide (excluding crown), 43.4mm long lug tip-to-tip
Dial: Royal blue, steel indexes topped with white, outer minute track, luminous dots, expertly restored. It has a much deeper and rich darker tone than our photos suggest. They couldn't begin to do it justice.
Hands: Original, steel batons
Movement type: Cal. 1012, copper colored, 23 jewels, straight line lever escapement, monometallic balance, shock-absorber, self-compensating flat balance-spring
Movement markings: Omega, Swiss, 23 Jewels, 1012
Jewels: 23 rubies
Beat frequency: 28,800 BPH
Band: Original bracelet, signed Omega, adjustable, sized to fit a wrist up to approx. just under 8 inches, adjustable, moderate stretch, finish presents as mint condition
Crystal: Acrylic, original, no longer signed, excellent condition
Servicing: Yes, as part of the restoration a Master Watchmaker has overhauled it.
Timing: Timed on to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized timing system. It is running very strong and true, keeping time essentially on par with a new Omega in our testing recording position. 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.
Warranty: 1-year international 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

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