1966 Omega De Ville Vintage Mens Automatic Classic Retro Watch - Stainless Steel

Omega

Item No. 9647

Today's offering showcases this classic retro Omega De Ville in gorgeous restored condition.

Living up to its name as one of the sophisticated "De Ville" models, it features a retro somewhat "TV style" case, timeless silver dial, and very fine ultra-thin automatic Omega movement. 

Although non-round watches are most often fitted with handwound movements, this model can have an automatic because it is powered by a caliber 711 movement, the thinnest automatic movement the company has ever made.

The 700 series has a direct lineage to the celebrated 500 series, and is arguably as good, and collectors are beginning to recognize it accordingly.

It has all of its original parts and has just finished a true expertly done restoration.

The case presents mint. The dial has been meticulously restored - the printing could pass as Omega factory done to the naked eye.

As part of the restoration, a Master Watchmaker has just fully overhauled the movement. It is running very strong and true, keeping time nearly on par with a new Omega in our testing recording position.

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 C.O.T. international warranty on the movement and its function, a full-page custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity, and a new timing certificate.

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.

Omega:
Worn on the wrists of celebrities Michael Schumacher, Pierce Brosnan, Michael Phelps, and Ernie Els Omega timepieces rank with Rolex and other of the world's fine Swiss firms.

  • Manufacturer: Omega
  • Country of origin: Switzerland
  • Serial no.: 26,062,318
  • Year made: c. 1966
  • Model: De Ville, Ref. ST 161.022
  • Functions: Hours, Minutes, Automatic, Sweep Seconds
  • Designed for: Men
  • Case material: Stainless steel
  • Case markings (inside): Omega Watch Co., Swiss Made, Acier Inoxydable, 161.022
  • Case condition: Mint
  • Dimensions: 31mm wide (excluding crown), 36mm long lug tip-to-tip
  • Dial: Silver, signed Omega, steel applique baton indices topped with black, expertly restored
  • Hands: Steel batons
  • Movement type: Caliber 711, "extra flat", copper colored, self-winding, 24 jewels, two adjustments, straight line lever escapement, monometallic balance, shock-absorber, self-compensating flat balance-spring
  • Movement markings: Omega Watch Co., Swiss, Adjusted Two Positions, Twenty Four Jewels, 711
  • 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 other straps in various prints, skins, and colors. Please ask us if you're interested.
  • Width between lugs: 18mm
  • Crystal: Acrylic, original, signed Omega, excellent condition
  • Serviced: As part of the restoration, a Master Watchmaker has just fully overhauled the movement.
  • Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. It is running very strong and true, keeping time nearly on par with a new Omega in our testing recording position.
  • 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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