1970 Omega Chronostop Vintage Mens Retro Sporting Chronograph Watch with Date - Stainless Steel

Omega

Item No. 5838

In 1968, Omega introduced to the world a very cool new timing instrument called the Chronostop. Capable of timing events precisely to within 1/5 second, but accomplishing this in a way unlike all previous chronographs and stopwatches, this innovative wristwatch was in a class by itself.

What you first notice when you view a Chronostop is that it is not a traditional chronograph - it seems that its second pusher and a subdial for tracking elapsed time are missing. And this is what makes these watches distinctive; the Chronostrop doesn't need them. It is in essence a stripped down chronograph with flyback. Once the chronograph has started its timing, the button can be depressed and held to read the time and when it is released it flysback to a stopped zero position.

Our Chronostop is in gorgeous restored condition. It is fully Omega and has been restored to present in beautiful condition. The dial has been previously refinished in a slightly more dressier custom style than the original - in gloss black and without 1/5 second markings. The printing is very high quality and 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 Watchmakers and is running very true.

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.

  • Manufacturer: Omega
  • Country of origin: Switzerland
  • Serial no.: 29,121,523
  • Year made: c. 1970
  • Model: Chronostop Ref. 146.009
  • Functions: Hours Minutes, Chronostop, Semi Quick-Setting Date
  • Designed for: Men
  • Case material: Stainless steel
  • Dimensions: 33mm wide (excluding crown and pusher), 39mm long lug tip-to-tip
  • Case markings (outside): WATERPROOF, TESTED 30M (Printing has lightened from previous polishing, but is still present
  • Case markings (inside): Omega Watch Co., Swiss Made
  • Case condition: Presents beautifully. The case top has been previously polished to a high polish and the case back shows signs of being previously polished. The printing has lightened, but it is still present.
  • Crown: Original signed Omega, waterproof o-ring sealed
  • Dial: Gloss black, signed Omega, Chronostop, Geneve, 1/5 second markings, expertly refinished
  • Hands: Original, previously restored in a dressier all steel look to complement the dial
  • Movement type: Highest quality, chronostop, special anti-shock and vibration protection, full featured semi-quick set date function
  • Movement markings: Omega, Seventeen Jewels, 920 with Omega logo
  • Crown: Original signed Omega, waterproof o-ring sealed
  • Jewels: 17 rubies
  • Band: Leather, fully stitched, padded, brand new and unworn. We also stock lizard and a variety.
  • Crystal type: Brand new Omega Crystal
  • Serviced: Yes, freshly overhauled by a Master Watchmaker.
  • 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 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

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