{"product_id":"1977-omega-seamaster-mens-vintage-watch-automatic-date-stainless-steel","title":"1977 Omega Seamaster Mens Vintage Watch, Automatic, Date - Stainless Steel","description":"Today's offering showcases this classic and meticulously restored c. 1977 Omega Seamaster. Our photos couldn't do it justice.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIt is a later model vintage Seamaster. Built at a time when the quartz revolution was taking hold and Omega was cutting costs, this watch with automatic Cal. 1012 movement with quick-setting date carried on the mechanical tradition of the Seamaster. It is the finer higher jeweled version of the 101x series, with twenty-three jewels, six more than in the caliber 1010.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIt measures 34.5mm in diameter, in between the size of the Rolex Date and the Rolex Datejust.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIt has all of its original parts down to even its original waterproofing seal! It has just finished a true expertly done restoration and presents in gorgeous restored condition. It presents as a 9.7 our of 10.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIts case, with its timeless design, presents as mint with fairly mild aging hidden inside the engine bay as is common with these. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIts strong black dial has been meticulously restored - the printing could pass as Omega factory done to the naked eye.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAs part of the restoration, the fine caliber 1012 movement has been freshly expertly overhauled by a Master Watchmaker. It is running extremely strong and true, keeping time on par with a new Omega in our testing recording position.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nFor the finishing touch, it has been equipped with a new calfskin leather strap with aftermarket Omega style buckle making it ready for immediate enjoyment.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIncluded 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\u003e\nA four and a half decade old Seamaster that looks like new on the wrist!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYour 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\nThe Seamaster:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nOmega 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\u003e\nOmega is perhaps best known by watch connoisseurs for its Seamaster line of dive watches. Introduced in 1948, they have been were embraced by water sports enthusiasts and often marry a striking look with a high performance movement.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/b\u003e Omega \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCountry of origin:\u003c\/b\u003e Switzerland\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSerial no.:\u003c\/b\u003e 40,527,648\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eYear built:\u003c\/b\u003e c. 1977\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eModel:\u003c\/b\u003e Ref. 166.0202 SC, Seamaster\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/b\u003e Hours, Minutes, Automatic, Quick-Setting Date, Sweep Seconds\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDesigned for:\u003c\/b\u003e Men \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCase material:\u003c\/b\u003e Stainless steel\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCase markings (outside):\u003c\/b\u003e Seamaster with hypocampus emblem\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCase condition:\u003c\/b\u003e Mint with only slight signs of previous polishing\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 34.5mm wide (excluding crown), 40.5mm long lug tip-to-tip\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDial:\u003c\/b\u003e Royal blue, applied steel baton indexes topped with white, aperture for the date, signed Omega Seamaster, expertly restored\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHands:\u003c\/b\u003e Omega, steel dauphines\u003cbr\u003e\n\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\n\u003cb\u003eMovement markings:\u003c\/b\u003e Omega, Swiss, 23 Jewels, 1012\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eJewels:\u003c\/b\u003e 24 rubies \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBeat frequency:\u003c\/b\u003e 19,800 BPH \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBand:\u003c\/b\u003e 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\n\u003cb\u003eWidth between lugs:\u003c\/b\u003e 18mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCrystal type:\u003c\/b\u003e Acrylic, unsigned, excellent condition\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eServiced:\u003c\/b\u003e Yes, freshly serviced by a Master Watchmaker.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTiming:\u003c\/b\u003e Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. We have also timed it on a machine that spins it in all directions simulating it being worn on the wrist, and it is keeping accurate time. \u003cbr\u003e\n\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\n\u003cb\u003eBox\/Papers:\u003c\/b\u003e BOX - Connoisseur of Time watch presentation box; PAPERS - Custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eReturns:\u003c\/b\u003e 7 days full refund. 100% satisfaction guarantee\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Omega","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43405454213209,"sku":"10576","price":1645.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1219\/5194\/files\/1178339904_o.jpg?v=1780930527","url":"https:\/\/shop.connoisseuroftime.com\/products\/1977-omega-seamaster-mens-vintage-watch-automatic-date-stainless-steel","provider":"Connoisseur of Time","version":"1.0","type":"link"}