{"product_id":"1968-omega-seamaster-mens-vintage-cal-565-watch-with-tiffany-blue-dial-automatic-date-stainless-steel","title":"1968 Omega Seamaster Mens Vintage Cal. 565 Watch with Tiffany Blue Dial, Automatic, Date - Stainless Steel","description":"\u003cp\u003eToday's offering showcases this pleasing and gorgeously restored c. 1968 Omega Seamaster.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt has a very classic Seamaster case design with screwback case embossed with the Seamonster logo and distinctive Tiffany \u0026amp; Co. dial. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe dial immediately elevates this watch from a handsome vintage Seamaster into something that feels almost contemporary. Rather than a conventional silver, champagne, or sunburst blue, it has been refinished in a vibrant Tiffany-inspired turquoise that changes dramatically with the light.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIndoors it takes on a cool robin's egg blue appearance, while direct sunlight reveals brighter aqua and seafoam tones that radiate outward from the center. The result is a dial that feels both unmistakably vintage and surprisingly modern.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePowering the watch is Omega's top-tier caliber 565 movement used in Seamasters from the era, and one of the last superior 500's series movements used before Omega began trying to reduce their costs. It is the highest level offering of the 500 series. It has 24 jewels and is one of the finest mass-produced automatic movements from era.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is full size for the era - 34.5mm, which is in between the size of the Rolex Date and the Rolex Datejust.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt has all of its original parts and has just finished a true expertly done restoration. It presents in gorgeous condition - a 9.7 out of 10. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIts case presents as mint with only very light signs of previous polishing to back. Its lugs retain strong lines. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIts original Omega dial has been meticulously custom refinished in Tiffany \u0026amp; Co. robin's egg blue - the printing could pass as Omega factory done to the naked eye.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs part of the restoration, the very fine caliber 565 movement with fine swans neck regulation has been freshly overhauled by a Master Watchmaker. It is running strong and true, keeping very accurate time.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor the finishing touch, it has been equipped with a new dark blue calfskin leather strap with aftermarket Omega style buckle making it ready for immediate enjoyment.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIncluded with the purchase is a one-year warranty on the movement and its function, a custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity, and a new timing certificate attesting to the watch's performance.\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\u003eA more than five and a half decade old Seamaster that looks like new on the wrist!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eThe Seamaster:\u003c\/span\u003e\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 26,011,341\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eYear built:\u003c\/b\u003e c. 1968\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eModel:\u003c\/b\u003e Ref. ST 166.002, Seamaster\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/b\u003e Hours, Minutes, Automatic, Date, 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 (outside):\u003c\/b\u003e Seamaster with hypocampus emblem\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCase markings (inside):\u003c\/b\u003e Omega Watch Co., Acier Inoxydable, Swiss made, 166.002\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCase condition:\u003c\/b\u003e Its case presents as mint with only very light signs of previous polishing to back. Its lugs retain strong lines. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 34.5mm wide (excluding crown), 41mm long lug tip-to-tip, 8.7mm thick\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDial:\u003c\/b\u003e Tiffany \u0026amp; Co., applied steel baton indexes topped with black, aperture for the date, signed Omega Seamaster, original Omega dial expertly custom refinished\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eHands:\u003c\/b\u003e Original, steel \"batons\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eMovement type:\u003c\/b\u003e Cal. 565, copper colored, self-winding, 24 jewels, lever escapement, monometallic balance, shock-absorber, self-compensating flat balance-spring, micrometer regulator\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eMovement markings:\u003c\/b\u003e Omega Watch Co. Swiss, Twenty-Four Jewels, 565\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eJewels:\u003c\/b\u003e 24 rubies \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBeat frequency:\u003c\/b\u003e 19,800 BPH \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBand:\u003c\/b\u003e  Leather, dark blue, 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWidth between lugs:\u003c\/b\u003e 18mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCrystal type:\u003c\/b\u003e Acrylic, appears original and no longer signed, excellent condition\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eServiced:\u003c\/b\u003e Yes, freshly serviced by a Master Watchmaker.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTiming:\u003c\/b\u003e Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. It is running strong and true, keeping very accurate time \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/b\u003e 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. \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":43620466229337,"sku":"10622","price":1845.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1219\/5194\/files\/1180162888_o.jpg?v=1783775468","url":"https:\/\/shop.connoisseuroftime.com\/products\/1968-omega-seamaster-mens-vintage-cal-565-watch-with-tiffany-blue-dial-automatic-date-stainless-steel","provider":"Connoisseur of Time","version":"1.0","type":"link"}