Today's offering showcases this classic and original Seamaster with uncommon and desirable caliber 560 movement.

Omega only ever produced 3,000 total examples of the caliber 560. It was a 17 jewel version offering in the famous 550 series. The 550 series is one of the finest mass-produced movements ever made.

These 560 movements were split across nine models made just for the U.S. market to avoid higher tariffs, making each in effect a small or "limited edition."

This example has a desirable "Explorer" style configuration dial with numerals at the primary hours.

It is fully Omega down to the dial, hands, crown, and even original Omega crystal.

Its dial is original and untouched. It has warmed to a light sepia tone, giving it a true vintage look.

Its case has a couple of spots of gold wear through on the back. The lugs have heavier wear from an original metal bracelet rubbing on their inside and a couple are slightly bent.

One of our Master Watchmakers has fully serviced the watch which consists of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, replacing the crystal ring with a correct original Omega one, replacing the case clamps with correct original Omega ones, reassembling and lubricating the movement, and extensive timing testing and regulation (an $895 value).

It is running strong and true, keeping time nearly on par with a new Omega in our testing recording position.

For the finishing touch, to complete the vintage look, we have equipped it with a brand new vintage style distressed leather strap with aftermarket Omega style buckle making it ready for immediate enjoyment.

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

Note: Published examples of similar watches can be found in Marco Richon's work Omega: A Journey Through Time, 2007, pg. 403.

For further reading on the caliber 560 visit our friend Desmond Guilfoyle's blog.

To view the watch's page on the Omega Vintage Database click here.

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 sold: 1961
Model: Seamaster, KL6292
Functions: Hours, Minutes, Automatic, Date, Sweep Seconds
Designed for: Men
Case material: 14K gold filled
Case markings (outside): Seamaster with hypocampus emblem - personalized with inscription
Case condition: It has a couple of spots of gold wear through on the back. The lugs have heavier wear from an original metal bracelet rubbing on their inside and a couple are slightly bent.
Dimensions: Slightly over 34mm wide (excluding crown), 40.5mm long lug tip-to-tip
Dial: Silver, applied faceted gold baton indices with luminous dots, aperture for the date, original, excellent condition with light aging and toning to a light sepia
Hands: Original, gold luminous batons
Movement type: Cal. 560, copper colored, 17 jewels, straight line lever escapement, monometallic balance, shock-absorber, self-compensating flat balance-spring
Jewels: 17 rubies
Beat frequency: 19,800 BPH
Band: Vintage style distressed strap with aftermarket Omega style logo, brand new and unused. 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 type: Armoured hesalite, Omega, vintage, excellent condition with correct Omega tension ring
Serviced: One of our Master Watchmakers has fully serviced the watch which consists of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, replacing the crystal ring with a correct original Omega one, replacing the case clamps with correct original Omega ones, reassembling and lubricating the movement, and extensive timing testing and regulation (an $895 value).
Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. It is running 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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