Omega - Seamaster - No reserve price - 166.067 - Men - 1972

Presented for auction by Second Vintage A classic vintage Seamaster elevated by a stunning textured dial. The silver and champagne stardust finish catches the light beautifully, offering a highly attractive presence on the wrist. Paired with the highly regarded Caliber 565 movement, this 1972 example delivers classic proportions and reliable mechanical performance. Brand: Omega Model: Seamaster Reference Number: 166.067 Serial Number: 34062018 Movement: Caliber 565, 24 jewels, automatic Dial: Silver/champagne 'sparkle' textured finish with applied gold-tone indices Case Size: 35 mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Gold-tone top with stainless steel back Production Year: 1972 Condition: Excellent vintage condition. Timegrapher: -3s-6s/day, performing remarkably well. Dial and Hands The dial features a beautiful silver and champagne 'sparkle' or stardust textured finish, presenting a highly attractive visual presence in excellent preservation. Applied gold-tone indices with black inserts complement the applied Omega logo, while the printed text remains crisp and intact. The dial is very clean overall, showing minimal signs of aging. The gold-tone baton hands feature matching black inserts. They show noticeable age-related oxidation and spotting on the metal surfaces, particularly near the pinion, while the sweep second hand displays minor aging. Case and Crystal The case features a gold-tone top paired with a stainless steel caseback, exhibiting honest wear consistent with age. Moderate scratches and scuffs are present on the polished flanks and lugs, and the edges show some softening from wear and possible past polishing, though no major deep dents are visible. An integrated smooth gold-tone bezel surrounds the dial, showing surface scratches and light wear consistent with the rest of the case. The gold-tone knurled crown is clearly signed with the Omega logo and shows light wear to the plating on its edges. A domed acrylic crystal protects the dial, remaining clear with some light surface scratches and dust visible under harsh lighting, but free from any major cracks or chips. Movement Inside is the Omega Caliber 565 automatic movement. The copper-colored plating is bright and intact, presenting beautifully. The components appear clean with no obvious corrosion or heavy scratching, and the rotor shows only minor superficial marks. Engravings including the Omega Watch Co Swiss signature, jewel count, caliber, and serial number are clearly legible. The timegrapher recorded a rate of -3s-6s/day. Exhibiting remarkable accuracy and consistency, performing brilliantly for a vintage timepiece. Strap The watch is fitted with a complementary black leather strap featuring contrast stitching. It appears lightly used, showing only minor creasing. Condition Excellent vintage condition. The beautifully preserved 'sparkle' textured dial remains incredibly clean, while the hands show visible oxidation. The gold-tone case displays honest wear with moderate scratches and softened edges, maintaining a handsome overall appearance. The clear acrylic crystal shows only light surface marks. The movement is clean and bright, and the timegrapher results confirm its remarkable accuracy. Dimensions The case measures 35 mm in diameter, excluding the crown. Remarks This Seamaster is distinguished by its captivating stardust textured dial, which remains exceptionally well preserved. Combined with the reliable Caliber 565 movement and classic case proportions, it represents a highly attractive vintage configuration for any collector. History The Omega Seamaster line was introduced in 1948, originally conceived as a robust, elegant timepiece for active individuals. By the early 1970s, the collection had expanded into a wide variety of case shapes and dial designs. The Caliber 565 is highly regarded by collectors for its robust architecture and convenient push-pull quickset date mechanism. References from this era with textured dials offer a distinctive aesthetic that highlights Omega's creativity during a definitive period of mechanical watchmaking. / Second Vintage SKU: OME-OAS-0016