{"product_id":"1977-omega-geneve-vintage-mens-automatic-bracelet-smoked-sapphire-dial-watch-stainless-steel","title":"1977 Omega Geneve Vintage Mens Automatic Bracelet Smoked Sapphire Dial Watch - Stainless Steel","description":"\u003cp\u003eToday's offering showcases this distinctively retro styled example of one of Omega's vintage classic gents Geneve watches, continuing our summer of color.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is a classic retro Omega with tonneau case, integrated bracelet, beautiful smoked sapphire blue dial, and automatic movement with quick-setting date. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt's a watch with a strong sense of design unity. The case, dial, and bracelet all seem to flow from the same idea rather than feeling like separate components assembled into a watch. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIts broad tonneau case has real presence, but the softly rounded dial opening and gently curved sides keep it from becoming too bold. The bracelet continues the geometry of the case almost uninterrupted, giving the watch the cohesive, purposeful look that made some of Omega's 1970s designs so distinctive.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIts original Omega dial has been beautifully custom refinished in our Smoked Sapphire Blue. Darker and more muted than conventional royal blue, it carries subtle gray and teal undertones that give the color unusual depth. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn subdued light it can appear almost blue slate-like, while the sunburst comes alive as the watch moves, revealing richer sapphire blue highlights radiating from the center. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt has the confidence and experimentation of its era, yet the integrated bracelet, disciplined geometry, and cool blue dial give it a presence that feels unexpectedly current. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePowering it is Omega's automatic caliber 1012 engine found in Seamasters and other models from the era. It has 23 jewels, seven more than most Omega's from the era. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt has all of its original parts down to even its original crystal.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt has just finished a true expertly done restoration and presents in gorgeous condition.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIts rugged yet shapely case with water-resistant style screw down back presents as just short of perfect mint with the tiniest remnants of wear and slight signs of previous polishing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIts striking original Omega dial has been meticulously custom refinished in smoke sapphire blue - the printing could pass as Omega factory done to the naked eye.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs part of the restoration, a Master Watchmaker has just fully overhauled the movement. It is running strong and extremely true, keeping time better than many brand new Omega watches in our testing recording 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\u003eNote: The watch's page on the Omega website can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.omegawatches.com\/en-us\/watch-omega-geneve-omega-st-366-0835\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ebe found here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA half-century old Omega that presents like new on the wrist!\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, and Prince William, also 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. \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 36,736,323\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eYear built:\u003c\/b\u003e c. 1977\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eModel:\u003c\/b\u003e Geneve, Ref. 166.0173\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, 166.0191 \/ 366.0835\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCase condition:\u003c\/b\u003e Presents as just short of mint with a few light remnants of wear to the back. On the wrist the case presents as gorgeous mint. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 36.3mm wide (excluding crown), 45mm long lug tip-to-tip \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDial:\u003c\/b\u003e Blue vignette - blue at the center that fades to black around the periphery, steel indexes, outer minute track, luminous dots, expertly restored. It has a much deeper and richer darker tone than our photos suggest. They couldn't begin to do it justice.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eHands:\u003c\/b\u003e Original, steel batons\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eMovement type:\u003c\/b\u003e Cal. 1012, copper colored, 23 jewels, straight line lever escapement, monometallic balance, shock-absorber, self-compensating flat balance-spring\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eMovement markings:\u003c\/b\u003e Omega, Swiss, 23 Jewels, 1012\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eJewels:\u003c\/b\u003e 23 rubies \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBeat frequency:\u003c\/b\u003e 28,800 BPH \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBand:\u003c\/b\u003e Original bracelet, signed Omega, adjustable, sized to fit a wrist up to approx. 8 inches, adjustable, fairly mild stretch, finish presents as mint condition \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/b\u003e Acrylic, original, signed Omega, 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 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":44581414273113,"sku":"10736","price":1845.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1219\/5194\/files\/1181386901_o.jpg?v=1787758488","url":"https:\/\/shop.connoisseuroftime.com\/products\/1977-omega-geneve-vintage-mens-automatic-bracelet-smoked-sapphire-dial-watch-stainless-steel","provider":"Connoisseur of Time","version":"1.0","type":"link"}