{"product_id":"1966-omega-seamaster-vintage-mens-automatic-cal-552-watch-stainless-steel-1","title":"1966 Omega Seamaster Vintage Mens Automatic Cal. 552 Watch - Stainless Steel","description":"\u003cp\u003eToday's offering showcases this classic and completely original Omega Seamaster ref. 165.002 from c. 1966, a particularly handsome original example of one of Omega's great mid-century automatic watches.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt has the things that make these vintage Seamasters so appealing: the balanced proportions, screwback case with Omega's famous Seamaster hippocampus emblem, and inside, the excellent caliber 552 automatic movement. It is understated in the way the best vintage Omegas often are, yet this particular watch has developed enough character over its approximately six decades to make it really stand out.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAnd then there is the dial.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOriginally gray, it has naturally tropicalized over the decades into an extraordinary smoky gray with rich bronze tones. The effect changes with the light: sometimes the original gray is dominant, while at other angles the bronze warmth comes forward. The markings and Omega signature have gradually ghosted into the dial, which give it such tremendous vintage character. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaired with its new distressed vintage-style leather strap which has muted gray-brown coloring picks up both the original gray and the bronze that has emerged in the dial, it is simply gorgeous, tying the entire watch together and giving it a striking vintage look on the wrist.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe dial also retains some terrific period details. Its outer track is divided into 1\/5 second markings for precision technical and sporting timing, a subtle detail that gives an otherwise elegant Seamaster just a hint of its instrument-watch heritage. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePowering it is Omega’s caliber 552, one of the brand’s most respected automatic movements of the period. This was part of the final generation of Omega’s higher-grade 500-series calibers. It represents a moment before cost-cutting measures began to reshape production, making these movements particularly desirable among collectors who appreciate Omega’s earlier engineering standards. It is one of the finest mass-produced automatic movements from era - arguably the finest.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt measures 34.5mm in diameter without the crown, just slightly larger than the size of a Rolex Date watch.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is original and presents distinctively on the wrist.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIts case is in excellent condition with only light wear. It has never been polished and retains strong lines.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIts dial is original and untouched.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOne of our Master Watchmakers has disassembled it down to its last screw and cleaned and oiled it.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt continues to run very strong and true, keeping time virtually on par with brand new Omega in our testing position.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor the finishing touch, it has been equipped with a new this distressed leather strap with aftermarket Omega style buckle making it ready for immediate enjoyment.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIncluded with the purchase is a one-year C.O.T. international warranty on the movement and its function, a custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity, and a new timing certificate.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNote: The watch's page on the Omega website can be \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.omegawatches.com\/en-us\/watch-omega-seamaster-omega-st-165-0002\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003efound here\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYour 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eThe Seamaster:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOmega 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOmega 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/b\u003e Omega \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCountry of origin:\u003c\/b\u003e Switzerland\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSerial no.:\u003c\/b\u003e 24,225,706\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eYear built:\u003c\/b\u003e c. 1966\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eModel:\u003c\/b\u003e Seamaster, ref. 165.002\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/b\u003e Hours, Minutes, Sweep Seconds\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDesigned for:\u003c\/b\u003e Men \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCase material:\u003c\/b\u003e Stainless steel\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCase markings (inside):\u003c\/b\u003e Omega Watch Co., Swiss made, Acier Inoxydable, 165.002\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCase condition:\u003c\/b\u003e It is in excellent condition with only light wear. It has never been polished and retains strong lines.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDial:\u003c\/b\u003e Originally gray naturally tropicalized over time to a gorgeous smoky gray with rich bronze tones, luminous baton indexes, outer minute track with 1\/5 second divisions, signed Omega Automatic Seamaster. The original signature has naturally ghosted with age. Original and untouched\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 34.5mm wide (excluding crown) by 41mm long lug tip to tip\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eHands:\u003c\/b\u003e Original, steel batons\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eMovement type:\u003c\/b\u003e Caliber 552, signed Omega, manually wound, copper colored, 24 jewels, straight-line lever escapement, monometallic balance, shock absorber, self-compensating flat balance spring\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eMovement markings:\u003c\/b\u003e Omega, Swiss, Twenty-Four Jewels, 552, 24,225,706\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eJewels:\u003c\/b\u003e 17 rubies \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBeat frequency:\u003c\/b\u003e 19,800 BPH \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBand:\u003c\/b\u003e Distressed leather vintage style strap 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCrystal type:\u003c\/b\u003e Acrylic, unsigned or no longer signed, excellent condition \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eServiced:\u003c\/b\u003e One of our Master Watchmakers has disassembled it down to its last screw and cleaned and oiled it. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTiming:\u003c\/b\u003e Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. It continues to run very strong and true, keeping time virtually on par with brand new Omega in our testing position. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/b\u003e 1-year C.O.T. international warranty. 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBox\/Papers:\u003c\/b\u003e BOX - Connoisseur of Time watch presentation box; PAPERS - Custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity; New timing certificate\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eReturns:\u003c\/b\u003e 7 days full refund. 100% satisfaction guarantee\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Omega","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47548490973273,"sku":"10577","price":1945.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1219\/5194\/files\/1179402869_o.jpg?v=1792852420","url":"https:\/\/shop.connoisseuroftime.com\/products\/1966-omega-seamaster-vintage-mens-automatic-cal-552-watch-stainless-steel-1","provider":"Connoisseur of Time","version":"1.0","type":"link"}