Created in 1967 by Omega's sales director Robert Forster, the Dynamic is an iconic example of a true retro style. The clean and functional watch, a considerable success for Omega, possessed a number of designed elements that made it stand out:

An ellipse shape with recessed crown determined to be the best geometric shape for the wrist, determined after extensive study

Unicoc case with hermetically sealed crystal water-resistant to a depth of 30m.

Available with a stainless steel bracelet or easily interchangeable water-resistant Cor-fam straps

According to an Omega advertisement at the time, "The shape of the Omega Dynamic was determined by the anatomy of your wrist; its dial by the workings of your eyes; it strap by the physiology of your skin."

We are pleased to offer this uncommon, extra large and all-original model, ref. 166.081, from the first generation Dynamic line. It has an original semi-crosshair dial with "wide boy" retro styled indices.

From our experience it is the most uncommon reference in the early Dynamic line and was only branded "Geneve", although period advertisements show it was sold under the "Geneve Dynamic" line.

It is the only non-oval Dynamic case in the early line and like all other Dynamics uses the same interchangeable strap or bracelet design.

At over 39mm in diameter not including the crown, this big fellow fills out even a full size wrist.

As one of the early Dynamics, before Omega switches to using the 1000 series movements for the line, it is powered by Omega's high-grade caliber 565.

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

It has all of its original parts and presents in gorgeous condition.

Its steel case presents as mint with strong lines and only light signs of previous polishing. Despite what the photos seem to suggest, the lightly engraved printing on the back is still visible, just light. On the wrist it presents as gorgeous mint. Its original dial is mint.

Its original Omega bracelet presents as mint with virtually no stretch. And its fine, automatic Omega has just been overhauled by a Master Watchmaker. It is running very strong and true, keeping very accurate time.

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.

A more than fifty year old Dynamic that presents like new on the wrist!

Please note: An example of this watch resides in the Omega museum, and a published example can be found in Marco Richon's work Omega: A Journey Through Time, 2007, pg. 483.

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 extremely experienced team of four Master Watchmakers all of whom each have over thirty-five years of experience and a large number of parts. One used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealership and was given special training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center.

Manufacturer: Omega
Country of origin: Switzerland
Year built: c. 1972
Model: Ref. 166.081
Functions: Hours, Minutes, Sweep Seconds, Automatic, Quick-Setting Date
Designed for: Men
Case material: Stainless steel
Case condition: Presents as mint with strong lines and only slight signs of previous polishing. Despite what the photos seem to suggest, the lightly engraved printing on the back is still visible, just light. On the wrist it presents as gorgeous mint.
Dimensions: 39.2mm diameter (excluding crown)
Dial:  Signed Omega, matte black with semi-crosshairs, partially whitened steel "wide boy" applique baton indices, luminous hour dots, original, mint condition
Hands: Original, blackened and whitened luminous steel batons
Movement type: Cal. 565, copper colored, self-winding, 24 jewels, lever escapement, monometallic balance, shock-absorber, self-compensating flat balance-spring, micrometer regulator
Beat frequency: 19,800 BPH
Band: Signed Omega, original, ref. 1153/1388 original, fits a wrist up to approx. 7.5 inches, adjustable, presents as mint with virtually no stretch
Crystal: Acrylic, vintage or original, no longer signed/unsigned, excellent condition
Serviced: Yes, overhauled by a Master Watchmaker.
Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. It is running very strong and true, keeping very accurate time.
Warranty: 1-year international warranty. Please email concierge@cotwatches.com for details. 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 extremely experienced team of four Master Watchmakers all of whom each have over thirty-five years of experience and a large number of parts. One used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealership and was given special training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center.
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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