Today's offering showcases this rare, classic and pleasing Seamaster De Ville 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 has a water-resistant style case with screw back and timeless silver dial. Its wide hands and markers give it a slightly retro style.

This model was almost always branded Geneve on the dial. This is the uncommon version that doesn't have a model name on the dial.

It is full size for a vintage watch, measuring 35mm in diameter, in between the sizes of a Rolex Date and a Rolex Datejust. It was presumably a corporate gift for 30 years of dedicated service.

This classic example has original parts down to the dial and hands.

It's very honest, appearing to have had little or no polishing and never having any parts replaced except for the crown. Please inquire if you would like an Omega crown installed.

The case presents nicely with strong lines. It is very honest - it has never been polished at all. The back has a few light hairlines from previous opening. A light polish could make it present close to the mint. On the wrist it presents in excellent condition with only light wear.

Its silver dial is original and in excellent condition with only light aging. It has a toned sepia color, giving it a true vintage look - it is slightly more sepia tone than the photos seem to suggest.

One of our Master Watchmakers has disassembled the movement down to the last screw and fully serviced it including tightening the cannon pinion. 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 equipped it with a vintage styled Connoisseur of Time leather strap and aftermarket Omega style buckle making it ready for immediate enjoyment.

We also stock lizard and a variety of other straps in various prints, skins, and colors. Please ask us if you're interested.

Included with the purchase is a one-year C.O.T. international warranty on the movement and its function, a full-page custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity, and a new timing certificate.

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.

The model's page on the Omega website can be found here.

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:

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 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.

Manufacturer: Omega
Country of origin: Switzerland
Serial number: 21,857,260
Year built: c. 1964
Model: Geneve, Ref. ST 166.070
Functions: Hours, Minutes, Automatic, Sweep Seconds, Date
Designed for: Men
Case material: Stainless steel
Case markings (inside): Omega Watch Co, Swiss Made, Acier Inoxydable, 166.070
Case markings (outside): Engraved "R.S.B.B.CO. - John Patterson - 1935"
Case condition: Presents nicely with strong lines. It is very honest - it has never been polished at all. The back has a few light hairlines from previous opening. A light polish could make it present close to the mint. On the wrist it presents in excellent condition with only light wear.
Dimensions: 35mm wide (excluding crown), 41mm long lug tip-to-tip
Dial: Silver, signed Omega, applied baton indexes, aperture for the date, original and untouched, excellent condition with only light aging. It has toned a sepia color, giving it a true vintage look - it is slightly more sepia toned than the photos seem to suggest.
Hands: Original, steel "batons"
Movement type: High grade 560 Caliber movement, 17 jewels, 19,800 BPH balance, copper colored
Movement type: Cal. 560, copper colored, 17 jewels, straight line lever escapement, monometallic balance, shock-absorber, self-compensating flat balance-spring
Movement markings: Omega Watch Co., Swiss, 17 Jewels, 560
Jewels: 17 rubies
Beat frequency: 19,800 BPH
Band: Vintage Horween style, brand new and unused 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, excellent condition
Serviced: One of our Master Watchmakers has disassembled the movement down to the last screw and fully serviced it including tightening the cannon pinion. It is running very strong and true, keeping time essentially on par with a new Omega in our testing recording position.
Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system.
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; 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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