Today's offering showcases this classic retro Omega De Ville in gorgeous condition. It is an uncommon model with distinctive case.

It is pleasingly large for the era, 36mm - the same size as a Rolex Datejust.

Living up to its name as one of the elegant and sophisticated "De Ville" models, it has a shapely stainless steel case and striking Tiffany & Co. robin's egg blue dial. It's monococque or one-piece case originally helped it achieve a greater level of water-resistance.

Powering the watch is Omega's caliber 752 movement with twenty-four jewels (seven more than in many Seamaster versions from the period), day of the week indication, and a quick-setting date.

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

It has a cool retro style and great presence on the wrist - it's not your run of the mill De Ville from the era. Omega used its brand new-at-the-time slim automatic winding system which allowed the movement to fit into a rectangular watch without it becoming too bulky.

It has all of its original parts and has just finished a true expertly done restoration. It presents in spectacular condition - a 9.8 out of 10. Its case presents as mint with a fantastic sunburst finish on the bezel and strong facets on the side.

Its original dial has been meticulously custom refinished in Tiffany blue - its printing could pass as Omega factory done to the naked eye.

A Master Watchmaker has disassembled it down to its last screw and overhauled it. We have also timed it on a machine that simulates it being worn on the wrist. It is keeping time on par with a new Omega in our testing recording.

For the finishing touch, we have equipped it with a new leather strap and aftermarket Omega style buckle 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.

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 training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center.

Omega:

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

Omega watches can be found on the wrists of many prominent figures including Pierce Brosnan, Michael Schumacher, Michael Phelps, Ernie Els, Prince William, and one graced the wrist of President John F. Kennedy. Omega has been the official timekeeper for 21 Olympic Games and is the official chronometer of NASA.

Manufacturer: Omega
Country of origin: Switzerland
Serial no.: 31,974,014
Year built: c. 1970
Model: De Ville, Ref. ST 166.095
Functions: Hours, Minutes, Automatic, Quick-Setting Date, Day, Sweep Seconds
Designed for: Men
Case material: Stainless steel
Dimensions: 36mm wide (excluding crown) by 40mm long
Dial: Tiffany & Co. robin's egg blue color / turquoise, signed Omega, silver indexes topped with black, luminous hour dots, expertly custom refinished
Hands: Original, steel batons
Movement type: Cal. 752, copper colored, bi-direction automatic, micrometer regulator for precision timing, 24 jewels, lever escapement, monometallic balance, shock-absorber, self-compensating flat balance-spring
Beat frequency: 28,800 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: 20mm
Crystal: Acrylic, appears to be original and no longer signed, excellent condition
Serviced: A Master Watchmaker has disassembled it down to its last screw and overhauled it. 
Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. We have also timed it on a machine that simulates it being worn on the wrist. It is keeping time on par with a new Omega in our testing recording.
Warranty: 1-year international C.O.T. 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 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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