{"product_id":"1972-omega-geneve-vintage-mens-automatic-bracelet-watch-quick-setting-date-stainless-steel-1","title":"1972 Omega Geneve Vintage Mens Automatic Bracelet Watch, Quick-Setting Date - Stainless Steel","description":"\u003cp\u003eToday's offering showcases this gorgeously restored example of one of Omega's classic vintage gent's Geneve watches.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt has a very retro waterproof style Omega case, strong black dial, and fine automatic movement with quick-setting date. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe early 1970's produced some really interesting watches for Omega. While the Speedmaster was headed for the Moon and the Seamaster continued its evolution as a professional tool watch, the Genève line became Omega's canvas for exploring modern design.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis ref. 166.099 captures the forward-looking style of the era while retaining all of the mechanical quality that made Omega one of Switzerland's premier manufacturers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePowering it is Omega's automatic caliber 1481 engine. Jointly developed by Omega and Tissot in the late 60's into 1970, it exclusively powered watches in the Geneve line. Its most striking feature is how the date quick-sets - by repeatedly pushing the crown in.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt has all of its original parts and has just finished a true expertly done restoration. The watch presents in gorgeous condition. Our photos couldn't do it justice.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIts robust yet shapely case with water-resistant style screw down back presents as mint with light signs of previous polishing to the back. On the wrist it presents as gorgeous mint.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIts matte black dial, which has a timeless design, has been meticulously restored - the printing could pass as Omega factory done to the naked eye.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAnd its original integral bracelet has mild stretch - its finish presents as mint.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs part of the restoration, a Master Watchmaker has just fully overhauled the movement. It is running extremely strong and true, keeping time on par with a new Omega in our testing position.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor the finishing touch, we have meticulously detailed it making it ready for immediate enjoyment.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIncluded 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA half-century old Omega that presents 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\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eOmega Geneve:\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\u003eBeginning 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). According to Omega the name referred to the Genevan Observatory where the early 30mm calibers set a number of records. They later expanded the use of the model name to other watches like this one.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/b\u003e Omega \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCountry of origin:\u003c\/b\u003e Switzerland\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSerial number:\u003c\/b\u003e 34,699,080\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eYear built:\u003c\/b\u003e c. 1972\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eModel:\u003c\/b\u003e Geneve, Ref. ST 166.099\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/b\u003e Hours, Minutes, Automatic, Sweep Seconds, Quick-Setting Date\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, 166.099\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCase condition:\u003c\/b\u003e Presents as mint with light signs of previous polishing to the back. On the wrist it presents as gorgeous mint.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 34.5mm wide (excluding crown - 37.5mm including crown), 40mm long lug tip-to-tip, 12mm thick\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDial:\u003c\/b\u003e Matte black, steel indexes topped with white, signed Omega Geneve outer minute track, expertly restored\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eHands:\u003c\/b\u003e Original, steel batons\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eMovement type:\u003c\/b\u003e Caliber 1481, self-winding, copper colored, shock resistant\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eMovement markings:\u003c\/b\u003e : Omega, Swiss, 1481, 33,747,976\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eJewels:\u003c\/b\u003e 17 rubies \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBeat frequency:\u003c\/b\u003e 21,600 BPH \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBand:\u003c\/b\u003e Original, signed Omega 1186\/215 no. 11, sized to fit a wrist up to approx. just under 7.7 inches, adjustable, mild stretch - finish presents as mint\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/b\u003e Acrylic, appears original and no longer signed, excellent condition\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eServicing:\u003c\/b\u003e Yes, as part of the restoration a Master Watchmaker has overhauled it.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTiming:\u003c\/b\u003e Timed on to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized timing system. It is running extremely strong and true, keeping time on par with a new Omega in our testing position.\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":44594297634905,"sku":"10732","price":1795.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1219\/5194\/files\/1181749338_o.jpg?v=1788017784","url":"https:\/\/shop.connoisseuroftime.com\/products\/1972-omega-geneve-vintage-mens-automatic-bracelet-watch-quick-setting-date-stainless-steel-1","provider":"Connoisseur of Time","version":"1.0","type":"link"}