Today's offering showcases this prime example of an all original Seamaster Cosmic made circa the late 1960's.
It has a cool retro style, beautiful sunburst finished case, and royal blue dial. Its dial is a rich royal blue color, despite what the photos seem to suggest.
Powering the watch is Omega's caliber 752 movement with twenty-four jewels (seven more than in many Seamaster versions from the period), day of the week indication, and a quick-setting date.
The 700 series has a direct lineage with the celebrated 500 series, and is arguably as good, and collectors are beginning to recognize it accordingly.
The 752 was the top-tier option, the only caliber in the 500/700 line with both day and date capabilities, and one of the last superior 500/700 series movements used before Omega began trying to reduce their costs. They were one of the finest mass produced movements from the era.
It measures approximately 35mm in diameter without the crown, in between the size of a Rolex Date and a Rolex Datejust.
It has fully Omega parts and has just finished a true expertly done restoration. The case presents as mint with very clear stamping.
The dial with pleasing "wide boy" markers has been meticulously refinished - the printing could pass as Omega factory done to the naked eye.
As part of the restoration a Master Watchmaker has freshly overhauled it.
For the finishing touch a new calfskin leather strap has been installed 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.
The model's page on the Omega website can be found here:
https://www.omegawatches.com/watch-omega-seamaster-cosmic-st-166-0035 A high-grade classic Seamaster that presents like new on the wrist!
The Seamaster:
Omega is perhaps best known by watch connoisseurs for its Seamaster line of dive watches. Introduced in 1948, they have been embraced by water sports enthusiasts and often marry a striking look with a high performance movement.
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Manufacturer: Omega
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Country of origin: Switzerland
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Year built: c. late 1960's
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Model: Seamaster Cosmic, Ref. 166.035
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Functions: Hours, Minutes, Sweep Seconds, Quick-Setting Date, Day of the Week
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Designed for: Men
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Dimensions: 35mm diameter (excluding crown) by 38mm long lug tip to tip
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Case material: Stainless steel
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Case markings (outside): Seamaster, Waterproof, 166035 - Tool 107
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Case condition: Presents as mint with crisp stamping
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Dial: Royal blue with retro styled steel "wide boy" baton indices, aperture for date, signed Omega, expertly restored
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Hands: Original, steel, 'batons'
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Movement type: Caliber 752, signed Omega, manually wound, finished in copper-beryllium, 24 jewels, straight-line lever escapement, monometallic balance, shock absorber, self-compensating flat balance spring, micrometer regulator for precision adjustment
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Jewels: 24 rubies
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Band: Calfskin leather, fully stitched, padded, brand new and unworn with aftermarket buckle done in an Omega style. We also stock lizard and a variety of others straps in various prints, skins, and colors. Please ask us if you're interested.
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Crystal type: Acrylic, appears to be original and no longer signed, excellent condition
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Serviced: Yes, fully serviced by a Master Watchmaker. 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 experienced team of watchmakers both of whom each have over forty years of experience and a large number of parts.
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Timing: Timed on a state-of-the-art computerized system.
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Warranty: 1-year international warranty. Please email concierge@cotwatches.com for details.
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Box/Papers: BOX - Connoisseur of Time watch presentation box; PAPERS - Custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity; New timing certificate
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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.