1979 Omega Seamaster Mens Vintage Watch, Automatic, Date - Stainless Steel

Omega

Item No. 9640

Today's offering showcases this classic and meticulously restored c. 1979 Omega Seamaster. Our photos couldn't do it justice.

It is a later model vintage Seamaster. Built at a time when the quartz revolution was taking hold and Omega was cutting costs, this watch with automatic Cal. 1012 movement with quick-setting date carried on the mechanical tradition of the Seamaster. It is the finer higher jeweled version of the 101x series, with twenty-three jewels, six more than in the caliber 1010.

It measures 34.5mm in diameter, in between the size of the Rolex Date and the Rolex Datejust.

It has just finished an expertly done restoration. It has fully Omega parts and presents in gorgeous restored condition.

The case, with its timeless design, presents as mint with only slight signs of previous polishing. The dial has been meticulously restored - the printing could pass as Omega factory done to the naked eye.

As part of the restoration the fine caliber 1012 movement has been freshly expertly overhauled by a Master Watchmaker. We have also timed it on a machine that spins it in all directions simulating it being worn on the wrist, and it is keeping accurate time.

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

Included with the purchase is a one-year warranty on the movement and its function and a custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity.

A four and a half decade old Seamaster that looks like new on the wrist!

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

  • Manufacturer: Omega
  • Country of origin: Switzerland
  • Year built: c. 1979
  • Model: Ref. 166.0202 SC, Seamaster
  • Functions: Hours, Minutes, Automatic, Quick-Setting Date, Sweep Seconds
  • Designed for: Men
  • Case material: Stainless steel - the top would originally have been gold-plated also they also made it in a steel version.
  • Case markings (outside): Seamaster with hypocampus emblem
  • Case condition: Mint with only slight signs of previous polishing
  • Dimensions: 34.5mm wide (excluding crown), 40.5mm long lug tip-to-tip
  • Dial: Royal blue, applied steel baton indexes topped with white, aperture for the date, signed Omega Seamaster, expertly restored
  • Hands: Omega, steel dauphines
  • Movement type: Cal. 1012, copper colored, 23 jewels, straight line lever escapement, monometallic balance, shock-absorber, self-compensating flat balance-spring
  • Movement markings: Omega, Swiss, 23 Jewels, 1012
  • Jewels: 24 rubies
  • Beat frequency: 19,800 BPH
  • Band: 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 type: Acrylic, unsigned, excellent condition
  • Serviced: Yes, freshly serviced by a Master Watchmaker.
  • Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. We have also timed it on a machine that spins it in all directions simulating it being worn on the wrist, and it is keeping 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
  • 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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