{"product_id":"1972-omega-seamaster-x-large-vintage-retro-mens-cal-565-dive-watch-date-stainless-steel-1","title":"1972 Omega Seamaster X-Large Vintage Retro Mens Cal. 565 Dive Watch, Date - Stainless Steel","description":"\u003cp\u003eToday's offering showcases this classic and extra large vintage retro Omega Seamaster with royal blue dial. It is in gorgeous restored condition.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt seems that this model, the ref. 166.065, was the pre-cursor to the Seamaster Cosmic 2000 line. They share a similar style case, size, and inner bezel - but unlike the Cosmic 2000's, it is powered by Omega's top-tier caliber 565 movement, and one of the last superior 500's series movements used before Omega began trying to reduce their costs with the 1000 series. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt was the top tier offering of the 500 series. It has 24 jewels and a quick-setting date and was one of the finest mass-produced automatic movements from era.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt measures over 38mm in diameter - one of the largest caliber 565 powered models Omega made. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt has all of its original parts and has just finished a true expertly done restoration. It presents in gorgeous condition - a 9.8 out of 10.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIts large case with stunning soleil brushed lugs presents as mint with light signs of polishing. On the wrist, the sunburst finish looks amazing and makes the watch look like new.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIts dial has been meticulously restored - the printing could pass as Omega factory done to the naked eye. Its color is a true rich, deep royal blue. Our photos couldn't quite do it justice.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs part of the restoration, the movement has just been fully serviced by a Master Watchmaker. Amazingly after more than half a century, it continues to running extremely strong and true, keeping time on par with a brand new Omega in our testing recording position.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor the finishing touch, we have equipped it with a brand new navy blue complementary calfskin leather strap making it ready for immediate enjoyment. If you'd like a slightly more restrained look, it could be paired with a black strap.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you'd like us to send you a photo of an identical watch only a few hundred serial numbers away from this one that we just recently sold on a black strap, we'll be happy to. \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\u003eA more than fifty year old Omega that looks 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 Seamaster:\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, and 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\u003eOmega is perhaps best known for its Seamaster line of dive watches. Introduced in 1948, they have been embraced by water sports enthusiasts and marry a striking look with a high performance movement.\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 34,495,710\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eYear built:\u003c\/b\u003e c. 1972\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eModel:\u003c\/b\u003e Seamaster, ref. 166.065\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 condition:\u003c\/b\u003e Presents as mint. Slight signs of previous polishing. On the wrist, the sunburst finish looks amazing and makes the watch look like new.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 38mm diameter (excluding crown), 42mm long lug tip-to-tip\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDial:\u003c\/b\u003e Royal blue, signed Omega, hand-riveted steel baton indexes, luminous dots, aperture for the date, outer minutes\/seconds track, expertly restored to mint condition. Its color is a true rich, deep royal blue. Our photos couldn't quite fo it justice.\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\u003eBeat frequency:\u003c\/b\u003e 19,600 BPH \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBand:\u003c\/b\u003e Calfskin leather, complementary navy blue, fully stitched, padded, brand new and unworn. 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\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/b\u003e Acrylic, original, signed Omega, very good condition\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eServiced:\u003c\/b\u003e Yes, fully serviced by a Master Watchmaker.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTiming:\u003c\/b\u003e Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. It continues to running extremely strong and true, keeping time on par with a brand new Omega in our testing recording 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":44892953870425,"sku":"10778","price":1945.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1219\/5194\/files\/1182259740_o.jpg?v=1789484267","url":"https:\/\/shop.connoisseuroftime.com\/products\/1972-omega-seamaster-x-large-vintage-retro-mens-cal-565-dive-watch-date-stainless-steel-1","provider":"Connoisseur of Time","version":"1.0","type":"link"}