Omega - Seamaster - 166.0299 / 366.0899 - Men - 1994

Presented for auction by Second Vintage This beautiful Omega timepiece perfectly captures the charm of vintage integrated bracelet designs. Featuring a striking champagne sunburst dial and powered by the robust Caliber 1020, it offers the highly practical addition of a day and date complication. The elegant stainless steel case flows naturally into the factory bracelet, providing a highly comfortable and sophisticated wearing experience. Complete with a commemorative caseback and a Seamaster signed clasp, this watch is a fantastic opportunity for collectors seeking an honest, reliable, and highly versatile everyday vintage watch. Brand: Omega Model: Automatic Reference Number: 166.0299 / 366.0899 Serial Number: 54984531 Movement: Automatic Caliber 1020, 25 Jewels Dial: Champagne sunburst with applied indices and day-date aperture Case Size: 35 mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Stainless steel Production Year: 1994 Condition: Excellent vintage condition. Running within vintage tolerances, with a timegrapher result of -15 to -21 seconds per day. Which indicates a healthy movement. Dial and Hands The watch features a highly attractive champagne sunburst dial that catches the light beautifully, showing excellent preservation. It is adorned with applied baton hour markers featuring central black inserts, perfectly matching the design of the hour and minute hands to provide wonderful contrast and legibility. The applied Omega logo sits proudly below the twelve o'clock position, while the cleanly framed day and date complication is positioned at three o'clock. The dial shows minimal signs of aging, presenting a crisp, clean, and highly sophisticated aesthetic. Case and Crystal Crafted from stainless steel, the classic case features a smooth bezel and an elegant integrated lug design. The case retains strong lines and attractive brushed and polished surfaces, exhibiting light, honest wear consistent with its age but free of heavy polishing. The original Omega signed crown is present and functions smoothly. The screw down caseback is beautifully decorated with the Maison Fondee en 1848 engraving, a handsome tribute to the brand heritage. The watch is fitted with a domed crystal, which remains clear and free of significant marks, providing an unobstructed view of the dial. Movement Inside beats the Omega automatic Caliber 1020, a reliable mechanical movement featuring twenty five jewels. The movement presents exceptionally well in the photographs, displaying crisp engravings and a clean overall appearance. It is running within vintage tolerances, recording -15 to -21 seconds per day on the timegrapher. Which indicates a healthy movement offering reliable vintage performance. Strap The watch is fitted with its original stainless steel integrated bracelet bearing the reference 1569. The folding clasp is securely signed with the applied Omega logo and the Seamaster script, adding a touch of sporting pedigree to the design. The bracelet shows moderate, normal surface marks typical for a well preserved vintage piece, providing a secure and stylish fit on the wrist. Condition This timepiece is presented in excellent vintage condition. The dial is remarkably well preserved with a vibrant sunburst finish and no noticeable defects. The stainless steel case and bracelet show light, normal handling marks and minor surface scratches, but maintain excellent structural integrity. The caseback engravings remain sharp and clearly defined. The watch is running within vintage tolerances, with a timegrapher result of -15 to -21 seconds per day. Which indicates a healthy movement ready to be worn and enjoyed. Dimensions The stainless steel case measures 35 mm in diameter, excluding the signed crown. The integrated stainless steel bracelet will accommodate a wrist circumference of up to 17.5 cm. Remarks This Omega Automatic is a superb example of twentieth century watchmaking, blending timeless aesthetics with the robust functionality of an integrated bracelet design. The champagne dial paired with the stainless steel case offers a versatile look suitable for any setting. The presence of the Seamaster signed clasp and the commemorative caseback adds a wonderful layer of collector interest, making this a highly wearable and deeply appealing vintage timepiece. History Omega has a rich tradition of producing elegant and highly functional timepieces for the international market. During the latter half of the twentieth century, the brand fully embraced the integrated bracelet aesthetic, creating watches that flowed seamlessly from case to clasp. The Caliber 1020 became renowned for its high beat rate and reliable calendar complications, serving as a trusted engine for many of Omega's finest everyday watches. This specific model, with its Maison Fondee en 1848 caseback, pays homage to the founding year of Omega by Louis Brandt, celebrating a long and uninterrupted legacy of Swiss watchmaking excellence. / Second Vintage SKU: OME-OAX-0002