Today's offering showcases this rare, classic and pleasing automatic Omega. It features Omega's rare caliber 560 movement of which only 3,000 examples were made. These watches were made just for the U.S. market to avoid higher tariffs, and these 3,000 movements were split across 9 models, making each model in effect a very "limited edition."

While we have owned dozens of 560 Omegas, this is the first time we have ever seen the dial variation of this one. It is absolutely fantastic! While it's tough to pick up from our photos, Omega painted it with pinwheel brush stokes that catch the light at different angles and are subtly but clearly visible in person.

It's a really beautiful detail - the kind that rewards thoughtful scrutiny with enjoyment.

In construction it is a Seamaster, but this model was only very rarely branded so on the dial. Its gold-filled top "tropical" steel back case has the look of a solid gold Omega without the price tag.

It has fully Omega parts and presents beautifully on the wrist.

Its case is in excellent condition with fairly light wear - it doesn't have any of the gold wearthrough common on these.The back has a few opening marks as is common with these - it could be polished if desired. The case has never been previously heavily polished so it retains strong lines and presents nicely on the wrist.

Its untouched original dial has toned a tropical sepia tone, giving it a true vintage look.

One of our Master Watchmakers has fully serviced the watch which consists of fully disassembling it down to the last screw, carefully inspecting each part, reassembling and lubricating the movement, and extensive timing testing and regulation (a $695 value).

It is running very strong and true, keeping time essentially on par with a new Omega.

For the finishing touch, it comes equipped with a brand new dark gray leather strap and aftermarket Omega style buckle making it ready for immediate enjoyment. We also stock lizard and a variety of others straps in various prints, skins, and colors.

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.

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

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.

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

Manufacturer: Omega
Country of origin: Switzerland, made only for the U.S. market
Serial no.: 23,832,302
Year sold: c. 1966
Model: Ref. KL6312
Functions: Hours, Minutes, Automatic, Date, Sweep Seconds
Designed for: Men
Case material: 10K rolled gold plate with stainless steel back
Case markings (inside): Omega Watch Co., J60024
Case condition: Its case is in excellent condition with fairly light wear - it doesn't have any of the gold wearthrough common on these.The back has a few opening marks as is common with these - it could be polished if desired.
Dimensions: 34mm wide (excluding crown), 40mm long lug tip-to-tip
Dial: Tropical tone, signed Omega, very cool and uncommon pinwheel brush strokes, applied gold baton indices, luminous dots, aperture for the date, original and untouched
Hands: Original, gold, 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, dark gray, aftermarket, fully stitched with contrast stitching, brand new and unworn with aftermarket Omega style buckle. We also stock a variety of straps in various prints, skins, and colors. Please ask us if you're interested.
Width between lugs: 17mm
Crystal type: Acrylic, appears original and no longer signed, very good condition
Serviced: One of our Master Watchmakers has fully serviced the watch which consists of fully disassembling it down to the last screw, carefully inspecting each part, reassembling and lubricating the movement, and extensive timing testing and regulation (a $695 value).
Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. It is running very strong and true, keeping time essentially 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; 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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