Today's offering showcases this very rare, classic and pleasing vintage Omega with caliber 560 movement of which only 3,000 examples were made.

These movements were split across nine models, making each in effect a "limited edition." The 560 was a movement made only for the U.S. market to cut down on import tariffs.

It is a ref. 166.002. Omega made this reference with a dial that was not signed Seamaster, like this watch, and with a dial that was signed Seamaster. In design and construction it is identical to the watches branded Seamaster just sans the name on the dial.

It has all of its original parts down to its original gasket. It has just finished a true expertly done restoration and presents in gorgeous condition.

Its case presents as mint with light signs of previous polishing. Its dial has been meticulously restored - the printing could pass as Omega factory done to the naked eye.

As part of the restoration it was fully serviced. It is running strong and true keeping time essentially on par with a new Omega in our testing recording position. Note that the small original crown makes it just slightly harder to hand wind. If you'd prefer never to handwind it, it could be stored on a watch winder.

For the finishing touch we have installed a brand new leather strap and 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 Omega collector's blog.

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
• Serial no.: 20,709,785
• Year built: c. 1963
• Model: Ref. 166.002
• Functions: Hours, Minutes, Automatic, Semi-Quick-Setting Date, Sweep Seconds
• Designed for: Men
• Case material: Stainless steel
• Case markings (inside): Omega Watch Co., Acier Inoxydable, Swiss made, 166.002
• Case condition: Mint showing only slight signs of having been polished
• Dimensions: 34mm wide (excluding crown), 40mm long lug tip-to-tip
• Dial: Black, signed Omega, applied baton indices, aperture for the date, meticulously restored
• Hands: Original, steel 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: Leather, fully stitched, padded, brand new and unworn with an aftermarket Omega style buckle. We also stock a variety of others straps in various prints, skins, and colors. Please ask us if you're interested.
• Width between lugs: 18mm
• Crystal type: Armoured hesalite, appear original, excellent condition
• Serviced: As part of the restoration it was fully serviced. Note that the small original crown makes it just slightly harder to hand wind. If you'd prefer never to handwind it, it could be stored on a watch winder.
• Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. It is running strong and true keeping time essentially 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