Today's offering showcases this classic and beautifully restored Seamaster from c. 1963. It has an elegant Seamaster design with screwback case and royal blue dial.
Powering the watch is Omega's top-tier caliber 552 movement used in Seamasters from the era, and one of the last superior 500's series movements used before Omega began trying to reduce their costs. It has 24 jewels, seven more than in many similar movements. It is one of the finest mass-produced automatic movements from the era - arguably the finest.
It measures 34.5mm in diameter without the crown, just slightly larger than the size of a Rolex Date watch.
It has all of its original parts and has just finished a true expertly done restoration. Its case presents as mint condition with only light signs of previous polishing to the back. The lugs retain strong lines.
Its Omega dial has been meticulously refinished - the printing could pass as Omega factory done to the naked eye. Its movement is very clean.
As part of the restoration, the movement has been freshly overhauled by a Master Watchmaker. It continues to run very strong and true, keeping time essentially on par with a new Omega in our testing position.
For the finishing touch, it has been equipped with a new calfskin leather strap with aftermarket Omega style buckle making it ready for immediate enjoyment.
Included with the purchase is a one-year C.O.T. international warranty on the movement and its function, a custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity, and a new timing certificate.
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.
The Seamaster:
Omega 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.
Omega 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.
Manufacturer: Omega
Country of origin: Switzerland
Serial no.: 20,919,182
Year built: c. 1963
Model: Seamaster, ref. 165.001
Functions: Hours, Minutes, Sweep Seconds
Designed for: Men
Case material: Stainless steel
Case markings (inside): Omega Watch Co., Swiss made, Acier Inoxydable, 165.001
Case condition: Presents as mint condition with only light signs of previous polishing to the back
Dial: Royal blue, applied steel baton indexes topped with white, signed Omega Seamaster, outer minute division, expertly refinished
Dimensions: 34.5mm wide (excluding crown) by 41mm long lug tip to tip
Hands: Original, steel batons
Movement type: Caliber 552, signed Omega, manually wound, copper colored, 24 jewels, straight-line lever escapement, monometallic balance, shock absorber, self-compensating flat balance spring
Movement markings: Omega, Swiss, Twenty-Four Jewels, 552
Jewels: 17 rubies
Beat frequency: 19,800 BPH
Band: Calfskin 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.
Crystal type: Acrylic, unsigned or no longer signed, excellent condition
Serviced: Yes, freshly overhauled by a Master Watchmaker.
Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. It continues to run very strong and true, keeping time essentially on par with a new Omega in our testing position.
Warranty: 1-year C.O.T. international warranty. 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
