Omega is often known by watch lovers for its Seamaster line of recreational watersports watches. Combining a striking look with a high performance movement, they've received a strong following since vintage times.

The vintage Seamaster showcased in today's offering is an gorgeous example of this phenomenon. It has been meticulously and expertly restored to extremely high condition levels and looks virtually like new on the wrist.

Powering the watch is Omega's very fine caliber 552 with 24 jewels, one of the last superior 500's series movements used before Omega began trying to reduce their costs. Omega's 500 series was one of the finest mass produced automatics from the era, and watches that feature these are excellent buys today because of their quality and relative ease and low cost for servicing.

It has a striking retro design. The case is an unusual and uncommon Cosmic design with lugs that are facets of the case. It's a cool look. Its monococque - or one-piece - case, which achieved high water resistance ratings by not having a separate case back, is in beautiful condition, the dial has been expertly restored, and the movement has been freshly serviced.

For the finishing touch it comes equipped the watch with a new leather strap 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 attesting to its performance.

• Manufacturer: Omega
• Country of origin: Switzerland
• Year built: c. 1969
• Model: Ref. 165.022, Seamaster Cosmic
• Serial no.: 26,827,676
• Functions: Hours, Minutes, Automatic, Sweep Seconds
• Designed for: Men
• Case material: Stainless steel
• Case markings (outside): Seamaster, Waterproof
• Case condition: Presents as perfect mint on the wrist. Back has light remnants of wear and signs of polishing.
• Dimensions: 34mm wide (excluding crown), 36mm long lug tip-to-tip
• Dial: Matte black, faceted steel baton indexes topped with black at the primary hours, outer minute/second track
• Dial condition: Expertly restored
• Hands: Original, steel batons. Original seconds hand has slight aging.
• Movement type: High grade caliber 552 movement, bi-direction automatic, micrometer regulator for precision timing, finished in copper-beryllium
• Jewels: 24 rubies
• Beat frequency: 19,800 BPH
• Band: Leather, fully stitched, unsigned, brand new and unworn
• Crystal type: Acrylic, excellent condition
• Serviced: Yes, recently overhauled.
• 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 C.O.T. warranty.
• 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