Today's offering showcases this classic and beautifully restored Seamaster from c. 1968. It has a classic Seamaster case design with screwback case embossed with the Seamonster logo and strong black dial.

Powering the watch is Omega's top-tier caliber 550 movement used in Seamasters from the era, and one of the last superior 500's series movements used before Omega began trying to reduce their costs. It and the caliber 565 were the top tier offerings of the 500 series.

It is one of the finest mass-produced automatic movements from era - arguably the finest.

'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.

It measures 34.5mm in diameter without the crown, just slightly larger than the size of a Rolex Date watch.

It is fully Omega down to the dial, hands, and winding crown and has just finished a true expertly done restoration. It presents as mint condition. The dial has been meticulously refinished - the printing could pass as Omega factory done to the naked eye. And the movement is near pristine.

As part of the restoration the movement has been freshly overhauled by a Master Watchmaker. It winds very smoothly and is running very accurately.

For the finishing touch a new leather strap has been installed making it ready for immediate enjoyment.

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

The Seamaster:
Omega is perhaps best known by watch connoisseurs for its Seamaster line of dive watches. Introduced in 1948, they have been embraced by water sports enthusiasts and often marry a striking look with a high performance movement.

• Manufacturer: Omega
• Country of origin: Switzerland
• Serial no.: 26,857,249
• Year built: c. 1968
• Model: Seamaster, ref. 165.002
• Functions: Hours, Minutes, Sweep Seconds
• Designed for: Men
• Case material: Stainless steel
• Case markings (outside): Seamaster with Hypocampus emblem
• Case markings (inside): Omega Watch Co., Swiss made, Acier Inoxydable, 165.002
• Case condition: Presents as mint with only slight signs on the back of having been previously polished
• Dial: Gloss black, applied steel baton indexes topped with white, signed Omega Seamaster, outer minute division, perfectly restored
• Dimensions: 34.5mm wide (excluding crown) by 41mm long lug tip to tip
• Hands: Original, steel batons
• Movement type: Caliber 550, signed Omega, manually wound, copper colored, 17 jewels, straight-line lever escapement, monometallic balance, shock absorber, self-compensating flat balance spring
• Movement markings: Omega, Swiss, Seventeen Jewels, 550
• Jewels: 17 rubies
• Beat frequency: 19,800 BPH
• Band: Leather, fully stitched, padded, brand new and unworn, with unsigned buckle. We also stock lizard and a variety of others straps in various prints, skins, and colors. Please ask us if you're interested.
• Crystal type: Acrylic, unsigned or no longer signed, excellent condition
• Serviced: Yes, freshly overhauled by a Master Watchmaker. It winds very smoothly.
• Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system.
• Warranty: 1-year C.O.T. international warranty. 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.
• 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