{"product_id":"1979-omega-seamaster-vintage-mens-full-size-watch-with-beads-of-rice-bracelet-stainless-steel","title":"1979 Omega (Seamaster) Vintage Mens Full Size Watch with Beads of Rice Bracelet - Stainless Steel","description":"\u003cp\u003eToday'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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExamples 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt 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. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt measures 34.5mm in diameter, in between the size of the Rolex Date and the Rolex Datejust and has a quick-setting date.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIts case and dial have a timeless style, and its steel beads of rice bracelet give the watch a monochromatic look. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt has all of its original parts down to the original crystal and original Omega waterproofing seal for the case back!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe watch presents in gorgeous condition - as a 9.7 out of 10. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIts 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIts original Omega beads of rice bracelet has fairly mild stretch - its finish presents as mint with a strong logo on the clasp.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt 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.\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 attesting to the watch's performance.\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\u003eA four and half decade old Omega that presents like new on the wrist!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe model's page (for a gold-plated version) can be found on the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.omegawatches.com\/en-us\/watch-omega-seamaster-omega-md-166-0202\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eOmega website here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eOmega:\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\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 42,374,808\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eYear built:\u003c\/b\u003e c. 1979\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eModel:\u003c\/b\u003e Ref. 166.0202\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 markings (inside):\u003c\/b\u003e Omega Watch Co, Swiss Made, Acier Inoxydable, 166.0202\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCase condition:\u003c\/b\u003e Presents as mint\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 34.5mm wide (excluding crown) by 40.5mm long lug tip to tip \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDial:\u003c\/b\u003e 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eHands:\u003c\/b\u003e Original, steel, luminous \"batons\", pleasing toning of the luminous that matches the luminous dial pips\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eMovement type:\u003c\/b\u003e Cal. 1010, copper colored, 17 jewels, straight line lever escapement, monometallic balance, shock-absorber, self-compensating flat balance-spring\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eMovement markings:\u003c\/b\u003e Omega, Swiss, 17Jewels, 1010\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eJewels:\u003c\/b\u003e 17 rubies \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBeat frequency:\u003c\/b\u003e 28,800 BPH \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBand:\u003c\/b\u003e 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWidth between lugs:\u003c\/b\u003e 18mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/b\u003e Acrylic, original, signed Omega, excellent condition\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eServiced:\u003c\/b\u003e It has just been 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 is running exceptionally strong and true, keeping time on par with a new Omega watch 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":43070924652633,"sku":"10443","price":1945.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1219\/5194\/files\/1174679760_o.jpg?v=1771330157","url":"https:\/\/shop.connoisseuroftime.com\/products\/1979-omega-seamaster-vintage-mens-full-size-watch-with-beads-of-rice-bracelet-stainless-steel","provider":"Connoisseur of Time","version":"1.0","type":"link"}