Today's offering showcases this gorgeous restored example of one of Omega's classic vintage Geneve watches.

Powering the watch is Omega's very fine caliber 565 movement used in Seamasters from the era. It was one of the last superior 500's series movements used before Omega began trying to reduce their costs.

Omega's 500 series was one of the finest mass produced automatics from the era, and the 565 was the premier movement in the series. Watches powered by 500 series movements are excellent buys today because of their quality and relative ease and low cost for servicing.

It has a waterproof style case and distinctive dial. The case measures 34mm in diameter - the same size as a Rolex Date model and 2mm smaller than a Datejust.

It is fully Omega down to the hands and crown. It presents in true expertly restored condition. The case presents as mint and the dial has been meticulously refinished - the printing could almost pass as Omega factory done to the naked eye.

One of our watchmakers has disassembled it down to its last screw and cleaned and oiled it.

For the finishing touch it has been equipped with a brand new leather strap 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.

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 to the Genevan Observatory where the early 30mm calibers set a number of records.

• Manufacturer: Omega
• Country of origin: Switzerland
• Serial number: 28,734,745
• Year built: c. 1970
• 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
• Case condition: Mint
• Dimensions: 34mm wide (excluding crown), 40.5mm long lug tip-to-tip
• Dial: Light silver, signed Omega, "wide boy" steel baton indexes, expertly refinished
• 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, 17 Jewels, 565
• Jewels: 17 rubies
• Beat frequency: 19,800 BPH
• Band: Leather, aftermarket, fully stitched, padded, brand new and unworn with what appears to be an aftermarket buckle done in an Omega style. We also stock lizard and a variety of others straps in various prints, skins, and colors. Please ask us if you're interested.
• Width between lugs: 18mm
• Crystal type: Acrylic, appears to be original with the signature no longer visible, very good condition
• Serviced: One of our watchmakers has disassembled it down to its last screw and cleaned and oiled it.
• Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. 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 experienced team of watchmakers both of whom each have over forty years of experience and a large number of parts.
• Warranty: 1-year international warranty. Please email concierge@cotwatches.com for details.
• 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.

To get an idea of how this watch will look on the wrist, please use the Watch Sizing Guide