Today's offering showcases this elegant and high-grade Omega Seamaster from circa 1968. It has the most classic Seamaster case design with screwback case embossed with the Seamonster logo and classic and strong black dial.

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

It is full size for the era - 34.5mm, which is in between the size of the Rolex Date and the Rolex Datejust. It features a so-called "tropical" or "hypo-allergenic" case with gold-plated top and steel back for a more durable and skin-friendly construction.

It has fully Omega parts and has just finished a true expertly done restoration.

Its case presents as mint condition. Its dial has been meticulously refinished - the printing could pass as Omega factory done to the naked eye.

As part of the restoration the movement has been freshly fully serviced by a Master Watchmaker. It is running very strong and true, keeping time essentially on par with a new Omega in our testing position.

For the finishing touch it has been equipped with a brand new leather strap and aftermarket Omega style buckle making it ready for immediate enjoyment.

Included with the purchase is a one-year C.O.T. 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 restored to look like new on the wrist.

Please note: Published examples of similar watches can be found in Marco Richon's work Omega: A Journey Through Time, 2007, pg. 403.

• Manufacturer: Omega
• Country of origin: Switzerland
• Serial no.: 25,344,33
• Year built: c. 1968
• Model: Ref. MD 166.002, Seamaster
• Functions: Hours, Minutes, Automatic, Quick-Setting Date, Sweep Seconds
• Designed for: Men
• Case material: Gold-plated with stainless steel back
• Case markings (outside): Seamaster with hypocampus emblem
• Case markings (inside): Omega Watch Co., Swiss made, 166.002, Carrure Lunette Plaque or G20 Microns, Fond Acier Inoxydable
• Case condition: Presents as mint. The gold plating has been redone.
• Dimensions: 34.5mm wide (excluding crown), 42.5mm long lug tip-to-tip
• Dial: Gloss black, applied gold baton indexes, aperture for the date, expertly restored to mint condition
• Hands: Original, gold "batons"
• Movement type: Cal. 565, copper colored, 24 jewels, straight line lever escapement, monometallic balance, shock-absorber, self-compensating flat balance-spring, micrometer regulator
• Movement markings: Omega Watch Co. Swiss, Twenty-four Jewels, 565
• Jewels: 24 rubies
• Beat frequency: 19,800 BPH
• Band: Calfskin leather, fully stitched, padded, brand new and unworn with aftermarket Omega style buckle. We also stock lizard and a variety of others straps in various prints, skins, and colors. Please ask us if you're interested.
• Width between lugs: 18mm
• Crystal: Acrylic, appears original with signature no longer present, excellent condition
• Serviced: Yes, freshly serviced by a Master Watchmaker.
• 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 in our testing 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 experienced team of four watchmakers all of whom each have over thirty-five years of experience and a large number of parts.
• Warranty: 1-year C.O.T. 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