Omega Seamaster 166010 (1960-1969)

Now available at auction from Second Vintage A classic and highly wearable vintage Seamaster, this timepiece is distinguished by its beautifully textured dial. The reference 166.010 represents a standard of 1960s elegance, and this specific example pairs its fine stippled dial with a wonderfully preserved Seamaster hippocampus medallion on the caseback, offering immense character for the dedicated enthusiast. Brand: Omega Model: Seamaster Reference Number: 166010 Serial Number: 23028941 Movement: Automatic Omega Caliber 562 Dial: Silver with stippled texture and applied indices Case Size: 35 mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Stainless Steel Production Year: Circa 1966 Condition: Good vintage condition. Timegrapher: +15+17s/day, performing remarkably well. Dial and Hands The silver dial features a fine stippled or sparkle texture that is beautifully preserved and highly legible. It is appointed with applied faceted baton indices featuring black inserts, a framed date window at three o'clock, and an applied Omega logo. The text remains crisp and fully readable, with no significant stains or damage visible. The dauphine style hands with dark inserts present an original aesthetic but show noticeable age-related oxidation, dust, and aging on their surfaces, with minor oxidation extending to the sweep seconds hand. Case and Crystal The polished stainless steel case presents honest vintage wear, displaying moderate surface scratches and handling marks along the flanks and lugs. While the lugs retain a generally good shape, they do show signs of previous polishing. The smooth polished steel bezel exhibits light scratches consistent with the rest of the case. The knurled crown is clearly signed with the Omega logo and shows minor wear to its texture. On the reverse, the caseback features a wonderfully crisp Seamaster hippocampus medallion. The domed acrylic crystal displays some light surface scratches and scuffs visible under direct light, but is free of any major cracks or chips. Movement Inside beats the automatic Omega Caliber 562, featuring a swan neck regulator and 24 jewels. The movement is visually excellent, with its signature copper-colored plating remaining bright and well-preserved. The rotor and bridges show clean finishing with no obvious signs of heavy corrosion or damage. The caliber is clearly engraved with the matching serial number 23028941. Recording +15+17s/day on the timegrapher. Exhibiting remarkable accuracy and consistency, performing brilliantly for a vintage timepiece. Strap The watch is fitted with a black leather strap featuring an alligator grain pattern and contrasting white stitching. The strap appears to be in lightly used condition, offering a classic look that is highly complementary to the dial. Condition Good vintage condition. The case shows honest wear with moderate scratching and evidence of past polishing, balanced by a remarkably crisp caseback medallion. The beautifully textured dial is excellently preserved, while the hands display visible oxidation and aging. The crystal bears light scuffs, and the signed crown shows minor wear to its knurling. The bright, clean movement is performing strongly, supported by excellent timegrapher results. Dimensions The case measures 35 mm (excluding the crown). Remarks This Omega Seamaster is a highly wearable classic that delivers on the details. The combination of the fine stippled dial texture, the crisp caseback medallion, and the robust Caliber 562 make it a deeply charming addition to any collection. History The Omega Seamaster collection was introduced in 1948 and quickly became renowned for its robust construction and elegant styling. The reference 166.010 is a quintessential expression of Omega design language from the 1960s, offering balanced proportions and enduring mechanical quality. The Caliber 562 automatic movement powering this era is highly respected by collectors for its reliability and precision, cementing the Seamaster's reputation as a premier everyday mechanical timepiece. / Second Vintage SKU: OME-ASX-0048