{"product_id":"1969-omega-seamaster-chronometer-large-vintage-mens-cal-751-watch-stainless-steel","title":"1969 Omega Seamaster Chronometer Large Vintage Mens Cal. 751 Watch - Stainless Steel","description":"Today's offering showcases this handsome and uncommon Omega Seamaster Chronometer, reference 168.034. Produced during one of Omega's greatest eras of mechanical watchmaking, it represents a fascinating chapter in the evolution of the Seamaster line.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIt circa dates to 1969 where it might have laid next to the Speedmaster Professional that would be headed to the Moon.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIt combines the rugged everyday practicality that made the Seamaster famous with one of Omega's officially certified chronometer movements, creating a watch that occupies a unique position between the standard Seamaster models and the flagship Constellation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nSeamaster Chronometer models made after 1952 are among Omega's seldom-seen vintage watches. After Omega divided the line into two distinct offerings, the \"plain\" Seamaster as its everyday sport watch and the Constellation as its dedicated luxury chronometer, only a relatively small number of Seamaster Chronometers continued to be produced. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThey offered buyers the best of both worlds: the understated versatility and ruggedness of the Seamaster paired with the precision and prestige of an officially certified chronometer movement. Today these models remain desirable and uncommon among vintage Omega collectors. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nPowering this example is Omega's celebrated caliber 751, one of the finest vintage automatic chronometer movements the company produced. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe 700 series has a direct lineage with the celebrated 500 series, and is arguably as good, and collectors are beginning to recognize it accordingly. The series ended the 500\/700 family of movements used before Omega began trying to reduce their costs. It introduced a convenient quick-set day and date mechanism while maintaining the exceptional reliability, smooth winding characteristics, and chronometer-grade precision for which the series is known. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe 751 represents the top-tier of Omega's traditional vintage in-house chronometer automatics before the company transitioned into a new generation of movement design during the 1970s.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIts substantial stainless steel C-case has a robust retro style, which is complemented well by its dial with \"wide boy\" vintage styled markers. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nMeasuring a full-size 36.5mm in diameter, it has a lot wrist presence and wear larger than a Rolex Datejust. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIt is original parts down to all of the hands, crown, and even signed Omega crystal.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIt is very honest - the case has never been polished. It is near mint with fairly light wear throughout. It retains all of its original sunburst finish on both its bezel and the outer edge of its case back.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIts lightly textured silver dial is original and untouched, in mint condition.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nOne of our Master Watchmakers has fully serviced the watch which consists of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, reassembling and lubricating the movement, and extensive timing testing and regulation. We have also timed it on a machine that simulates it being worn on the wrist. It is keeping very accurate time.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nFor the finishing touch, it comes with a leather strap making it ready for immediate enjoyment. If you would like a larger width strap than the one on the watch when it was photographed, please inquire - we have some in stock.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIncluded with the purchase is a one-year international warranty on the movement and its function and a custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA sport and dress watch with truly impressive capabilities.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYour 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\nNote: A published example of a Seamaster chronometer watch can be found in John Goldberger's work Omega Watches, 2005, pg. 137.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/b\u003e Omega \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCountry of origin:\u003c\/b\u003e Switzerland\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSerial no.:\u003c\/b\u003e 30,787,105 \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eYear built:\u003c\/b\u003e c. 1969\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eModel:\u003c\/b\u003e Seamaster Chronometer, Ref. 168.034\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/b\u003e Hours, minutes, sweep seconds, day of the week, quick-set date \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDesigned for:\u003c\/b\u003e Men \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCase material:\u003c\/b\u003e Stainless steel\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCase markings (inside):\u003c\/b\u003e Omega Watch Co. Swiss Made, Acier Inoxydable, 168.034\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCase condition:\u003c\/b\u003e The case has never been polished. It is near mint with fairly light wear throughout. It retains all of its original sunburst finish on both its bezel and the outer edge of its case back.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 36.5mm diameter (excluding crown), 42mm long lug tip-to-tip \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDial:\u003c\/b\u003e Textured silver, signed Omega, hand-riveted \"wide boy\" steel indexes, original, mint condition\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHands:\u003c\/b\u003e Original, steel, batons\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMovement type:\u003c\/b\u003e Caliber 751 movement, 24 jewels, 19,800 BPH balance, copper colored, officially certified chronometer, shock resistant, micrometer regulation\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMovement markings:\u003c\/b\u003e Omega Watch Co, 751, Swiss, Adjusted Five positions and Temperature, Twenty-Four Jewels\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eJewels:\u003c\/b\u003e 24 rubies \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBeat frequency:\u003c\/b\u003e 19,800 BPH \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBand:\u003c\/b\u003e Leather, fully stitched, padded, brand new and unworn. If you would like a larger width strap than the one on the watch when it was photographed, please inquire - we have some in stock.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCrystal type:\u003c\/b\u003e Acrylic, signed Omega, excellent condition\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eServiced:\u003c\/b\u003e One of our Master Watchmakers has fully serviced the watch which consists of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, reassembling and lubricating the movement, and extensive timing testing and regulation. We have also timed it on a machine that simulates it being worn on the wrist. It is keeping very accurate time.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTiming:\u003c\/b\u003e Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. We have also timed it on a machine that simulates it being worn on the wrist. It is keeping very accurate time.\u003cbr\u003e\n\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\n\u003cb\u003eBox\/Papers:\u003c\/b\u003e BOX - Connoisseur of Time watch presentation box; PAPERS - Custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eReturns:\u003c\/b\u003e 7 days full refund. 100% satisfaction guarantee\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Omega","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43627097358425,"sku":"10528","price":2095.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1219\/5194\/files\/1179490591_o.jpg?v=1783959305","url":"https:\/\/shop.connoisseuroftime.com\/products\/1969-omega-seamaster-chronometer-large-vintage-mens-cal-751-watch-stainless-steel","provider":"Connoisseur of Time","version":"1.0","type":"link"}