{"product_id":"1969-omega-seamaster-compressor-mens-vintage-watch-with-cal-565-movement-stainless-steel","title":"1969 Omega Seamaster Compressor Mens Vintage Watch with Cal. 565 Movement - Stainless Steel","description":"\u003cp\u003eToday's offering showcases this classic and beautifully restored c. 1969 Omega Seamaster Compressor with black dial. The Compressor is an uncommon model - the first automatic Seamaster in a non-round case.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn underappreciated Omega, it has a wonderful style and great presence on the wrist. It circa dates to 1969 where it might have laid next to the Speedmaster Professional that were heading to the moon.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOmega conceived the watch in 1967, and the decision to power it with the company's top-tier caliber 565 was an easy choice - its new slim automatic winding system allowed the movement to fit into an elegant rectangular watch without it becoming to bulky. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOmega's top-tier caliber 565 movement, one of the last superior 500's series movements used before Omega began trying to reduce their costs, was the top-tier offering of the 500 series. It has 24 jewels and a quick-setting date. Arguably the finest mass-produced automatic movement from era, despite the appreciation it receives it too remains not yet fully appreciated.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIntroduced at the Basel Fair in 1968 and officially part of the 1969 collection, it likely was overlooked a bit at the time because of the introductions of quartz watches and automatic chronographs. This beauty left the catalog in 1975. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt features a key bolt compressor style case where the waterproofing seal is situated between the main case body and the crystal. The case body is held in place by four bolts at the corners. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA wonderfully pleasing watch, it wears larger than its 33.5mm diameter. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt has all of its original parts down to the dial, hands, winding crown, and even original signed Omega crystal! \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt has just finished a true expertly done restoration and presents in gorgeous condition - a 9.7 out of 10. We've owned about a dozen of these, and it's one of the nicest that's passed through our halls. Its case presents as mint condition with light signs of previous polishing. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIts original Omega dial has been meticulously restored - the printing could pass as Omega factory done to the naked eye. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs part of the restoration, the movement has been freshly serviced by a Master Watchmaker. It is running strong and true, keeping very accurate time.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor the finishing touch, a new aftermarket calfskin leather strap and aftermarket Omega style buckle has been installed 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 full-page custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity, and a new timing certificate.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe watch's page on the Omega website can be found \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.omegawatches.com\/en-us\/watch-omega-seamaster-compressor-st-166-0042\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn uncommon more than half-century old Omega Seamaster Compressor restored to look almost like new on the wrist!\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\u003cb\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/b\u003e Omega \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCountry of origin:\u003c\/b\u003e Switzerland \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSerial no.:\u003c\/b\u003e 29,394,964\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eYear built:\u003c\/b\u003e c. 1969. This model was made c. 1969 - 1975\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eModel:\u003c\/b\u003e Ref. ST 166.0042, Seamaster\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/b\u003e Hours, Minutes, Automatic, Quick-Setting 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 condition:\u003c\/b\u003e Presents as mint with light signs of polishing and the tiniest remnants of wear to the underside. These often have wear where the case closes at the base of the lugs - this one has very little. In person its condition presents even better than our photos suggest.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 33.5mm wide (excluding crown), 40mm long lug tip-to-tip\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDial:\u003c\/b\u003e Gloss black, signed Omega Seamster, applied steel faceted baton indexes, aperture for the date, expertly restored \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 Calfskin leather, 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 20mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCrystal type:\u003c\/b\u003e Acrylic, original, signed Omega, 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":43083752570969,"sku":"10447","price":1745.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1219\/5194\/files\/1174968221_o.jpg?v=1771501723","url":"https:\/\/shop.connoisseuroftime.com\/products\/1969-omega-seamaster-compressor-mens-vintage-watch-with-cal-565-movement-stainless-steel","provider":"Connoisseur of Time","version":"1.0","type":"link"}