{"product_id":"1968-omega-seamaster-vintage-mens-automatic-cal-552-watch-stainless-steel-1","title":"1968 Omega Seamaster Vintage Mens Automatic Cal. 552 Watch - Stainless Steel","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Seamaster has exactly the kind of dial that can transform a simple vintage dress watch into something much more memorable. It takes what is already one of Omega’s most balanced and enduring designs and gives it a sharper, more modern presence - clean and quietly confident on the wrist. That simplicity puts all of the attention where it belongs: on the dial.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eToday's offering showcases this classic and meticulously restored Seamaster from c. 1968. It has a classic Seamaster case design with screwback case and royal blue dial.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe proportions are what you want from a late-1960s Seamaster. On the wrist it wears with that classic mid-century Omega sensibility: versatile enough for daily wear, but with enough character to stand apart from plainer examples. This is the first one of these watches we've owned with this dial style, and we really like it.\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 has all of its original parts and has just finished a true expertly done restoration. It presents in gorgeous condition - it presents as a 9.7 out of 10.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIts case presents as mint condition with light signs of previous polishing. The lugs retain strong lines.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIts Omega dial has been meticulously refinished - the printing could pass as Omega factory done to the naked eye. Its movement is clean. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs part of the restoration, the movement has been freshly overhauled by a Master Watchmaker. It continues to run extremely strong and true, keeping time on par with a brand new Omega in our testing position.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor the finishing touch, it has been equipped with a new leather complementarily colored dark blue 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 26,293,885\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eYear built:\u003c\/b\u003e c. 1968\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 Presents as mint with lights signs of having been previously polished. Its lugs still retain very nice lines.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDial:\u003c\/b\u003e Royal blue, applied steel baton indexes, signed Omega Seamaster, outer minute division, expertly restored\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\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 Calfskin 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\u003eCrystal type:\u003c\/b\u003e Acrylic, unsigned or no longer signed, excellent condition \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eServiced:\u003c\/b\u003e Yes, freshly overhauled by a Master Watchmaker.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTiming:\u003c\/b\u003e Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system.  It continues to run extremely strong and true, keeping time on par with a 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":47751914881113,"sku":"10897","price":1945.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1219\/5194\/files\/1183706249_o.jpg?v=1793898238","url":"https:\/\/shop.connoisseuroftime.com\/products\/1968-omega-seamaster-vintage-mens-automatic-cal-552-watch-stainless-steel-1","provider":"Connoisseur of Time","version":"1.0","type":"link"}