Today's offering showcases this superior example of one of Omega's classic vintage gents watches complete with its original Omega "beads of rice" bracelet. It is all-original and in truly fabulous condition.

Examples of this reference, 166.0202, were sold under the Seamaster moniker and also as non-modeled examples like this one. It is identical to the Seamasters except for the dial signature.

It is a later mechanical vintage Omega. Built at a time when the quartz revolution was taking hold and Omega was cutting costs, this watch with automatic Cal. 1010 movement with quick-setting date carried on the mechanical tradition of the Seamaster.

It measures 34.5mm in diameter, in between the size of the Rolex Date and the Rolex Datejust and has a quick-setting date.

Its case and dial have a timeless style, and its steel beads of rice bracelet give the watch a monochromatic look.

It has all of its original parts down to the original crystal and original Omega waterproofing seal for the case back!

The watch presents in gorgeous condition - as a 9.7 out of 10.

Its case, with finely faceted lugs, presents as mint. Its untouched original Omega dial is just short of perfect mint. Depending on the angle the light strikes it, its brushed finish can appear either light silver or dark silver in tone.

Its original Omega beads of rice bracelet has fairly mild stretch - its finish presents as mint with a strong logo on the clasp.

It has just been fully serviced by a Master Watchmaker. It is running exceptionally strong and true, keeping time on par with a new Omega watch in our testing recording position.

For the finishing touch, we have meticulously detailed it 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 attesting to the watch's performance.

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.

A four and half decade old Omega that presents like new on the wrist!

The model's page (for a gold-plated version) can be found on the Omega website here.

Omega:

Omega 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.

Manufacturer: Omega
Country of origin: Switzerland
Serial number: 42,374,808
Year built: c. 1979
Model: Ref. 166.0202
Functions: Hours, Minutes, Automatic, Quick-Setting Date, Sweep Seconds
Designed for: Men
Case material: Stainless steel
Case markings (inside): Omega Watch Co, Swiss Made, Acier Inoxydable, 166.0202
Case condition: Presents as mint
Dimensions: 34.5mm wide (excluding crown) by 40.5mm long lug tip to tip
Dial: Signed Omega, silver, steel indexes topped with black, luminous hour dots, original and untouched, just short of perfect mint. Depending on the angle the light strikes it, its brushed finish can appear either light silver or dark silver in tone.
Hands: Original, steel, luminous "batons", pleasing toning of the luminous that matches the luminous dial pips
Movement type: Cal. 1010, copper colored, 17 jewels, straight line lever escapement, monometallic balance, shock-absorber, self-compensating flat balance-spring
Movement markings: Omega, Swiss, 17Jewels, 1010
Jewels: 17 rubies
Beat frequency: 28,800 BPH
Band: Omega Beads of Rice, original, ref. 1503, stainless steel, fits a wrist up to approximately just under 7.5 inches, fairly mild stretch - its finish presents as mint with a strong logo on the clasp. We also stock lizard and a variety of other straps in various prints, skins, and colors. Please ask us if you're interested.
Width between lugs: 18mm
Crystal: Acrylic, original, signed Omega, excellent condition
Serviced: It has just been fully serviced by a Master Watchmaker.
Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system.  It is running exceptionally strong and true, keeping time on par with a new Omega watch in our testing recording position.
Warranty: 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.
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

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