Item No. 10181
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Today's offering showcases this gorgeously restored example of one of Omega's classic vintage Geneve watches with striking yellow dial that looks like the Ferrari yellow color Giallo Modena.
It circa dates to 1969 where it might have laid next to the Speedmaster Professional that was headed to to the Moon.
Powering 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.
Along with the 565, it was one of the top two offerings of the 500 series. It has 17 jewels and a quick-setting date and is one of the finest mass-produced automatic movements from era.
We love the design of it waterproof style case and distinctive Ferrari Yellow colored dial. And its size is large enough to not look like an overly small vintage watch - the case measures 34mm in diameter, the same size as a Rolex Date model.
It has all of its original parts and t has just finished a true expertly done restoration. It presents in gorgeous condition. The watch itself presents as a 9.7 out of 10.
Its case presents as mint. Its dial has been meticulously custom refinished in a tone that resembles Giallo Modena - the printing could pass as Omega factory done to the naked eye. Its original Omega beads of rice bracelet shows moderate stretch - its finish presents as mint.
As part of the restoration, the movement has been overhauled by a Master Watchmaker. It is running very strong and true, keeping time on par with a new Omega in our testing recording position.
For the finishing touch, we have meticulously detailed it making it ready for immediate enjoyment.
Included 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.
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 training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center.
Omega Geneve:
Worn on the wrists of celebrities Michael Schumacher, Pierce Brosnan, Michael Phelps, and Ernie Els, Omega timepieces rank with Rolex and other of the world's fine Swiss firms.
Beginning in 1953 Omega placed the name Geneve on the dials of some of the members of the 30mm collection which at the time were produced in the company's workshops in Geneve (to put Geneve on a dial of a watch certain components and processes must take place in Geneve) and later expanded the line of watches featuring the name. According to Omega the name referred to the Genevan Observatory where the early 30mm calibers set a number of records.
Manufacturer: Omega
Country of origin: Switzerland
Serial number: 29,351,466
Year built: c. 1969
Model: Geneve, Ref. 166.041
Functions: Hours, Minutes, Automatic, Sweep Seconds, Quick Setting Date
Designed for: Men
Case material: Stainless steel
Case markings (inside): Omega Watch Co, Swiss Made, Acier Inoxydable, 166.041
Case condition: Presents as mint.
Dimensions: 34mm wide (excluding crown), 40.5mm long lug tip-to-tip
Dial: Ferrari Yellow, signed Omega, steel applied baton indexes, previously refinished - Geneve was done in an earlier period script
Hands: Original, steel batons
Movement type: Omega Caliber 565, 17 jewels, copper collared, shock protected, bi-direction automatic, micrometer regulator for precision timing
Movement markings: Omega Watch Co., Swiss, Seventeen 17 Jewels, 563, Unadjusted
Jewels: 17 rubies
Beat frequency: 19,800 BPH
Band: Original, Omega beads of rice bracelet, stainless steel, adjustable, date stamped 5-72, currently sized to fit a wrist up to approx. 7.75 inches, shows moderate stretch - its finish presents as mint. 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: Acrylic, appears original and no longer signed, excellent condition
Serviced: Yes, freshly overhauled by a Master Watchmaker.
Timing: Timed on a state-of-the-art computerized system. It is running very strong and true, keeping time 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 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.