Today's offering showcases this very rare, classic and pleasing Seamaster with 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 is a ref. 166.002. These watches were often not signed Seamaster - this is one of the more desirable signed Seamaster models.

This beautifully restored example has fully Omega parts down to the dial, hands, crown, and even signed Omega crystal!

It has had a true expertly done cosmetic restoration and presents in gorgeous condition. The case, which has only been fairly lightly polished, presents as mint. The dial has been meticulously restored - the printing could pass as Omega factory done to the naked eye.

Our Master Watchmaker has disassembled it down to its last screw and fully serviced it (a $495 value). It is keeping incredibly accurate time. Note that the small crown makes it slightly hard to hand wind.

'60's and early 70's Seamasters are great long-term buys as parts are readily available for their well-made movements, and they're not hard to service.

For the finishing touch we have installed a brand new leather strap making it ready for immediate enjoyment.

Included with the purchase is a one-year international warranty on the movement and its function, a 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.

• Manufacturer: Omega
• Country of origin: Switzerland
• Serial no.: 23,953,410
• Year built: c. 1967
• 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: Mint showing only very slight signs of having been polished
• Dimensions: 34mm wide (excluding crown), 40mm long lug tip-to-tip
• Dial: Matte black, signed Omega, applied baton, aperture for the date, meticulously restored
• Hands: Original, steel 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. We also stock a variety of others straps in various prints, skins, and colors. Please ask us if you're interested.
• Width between lugs: 18mm
• Crystal type: Armoured hesalite, signed with Omega logo, vintage, original, excellent condition
• Serviced: Our Master Watchmaker has disassembled it down to its last screw and fully serviced it (a $495 value). It is keeping incredibly accurate time. Note that its small crown makes it slightly hard to hand wind.
• 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 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