Presented for auction by Second Vintage
A quintessential 1970s Omega Genève. This distinctive piece features a classic tonneau case design and a beautifully preserved silver sunburst dial. Powered by the reliable Caliber 1481 automatic movement, this watch offers an excellent balance of retro geometry and highly dependable mechanical performance, making it a compelling choice for collectors of 1970s design.
Brand: Omega
Model: Genève
Reference Number: 1660118
Serial Number: 36491472
Movement: Automatic, Caliber 1481
Dial: Silver sunburst with applied gold-tone indices
Case Size: 35 mm (excluding the crown)
Case Material: Gold-plated with stainless steel caseback
Production Year: 1973
Condition: Good vintage condition. Movement serviced on 29 June 2026. Timegrapher: -9-11s/day, performing remarkably well.
Dial and Hands
The dial features a highly attractive silver sunburst finish that remains exceptionally clean and well-preserved. Applied gold-tone indices with black inserts provide excellent contrast and match the hands perfectly. Only minor signs of aging are present near the extreme edges of the dial. The gold-tone baton hands feature matching black inserts and show minor surface oxidation visible under magnification. A straight and clean sweep second hand completes the display.
Case and Crystal
The gold-plated tonneau case retains its original 1970s geometry, presenting honest wear consistent with its age. Observations include visible surface scratches and light scuffs throughout, alongside minor plating wear and slight softening on the sharper edges. The stainless steel caseback shows light scratches. A signed gold-tone Omega crown displays light wear to its knurling. The domed acrylic crystal exhibits light surface scratches visible under certain lighting angles.
Movement
Inside beats the copper-colored Omega Caliber 1481 automatic movement. The plates and bridges are clean with no obvious signs of corrosion, while the rotor shows light surface marks. Engravings for Omega Watch Co, Swiss, the caliber number, and the serial number are clearly legible. The timegrapher records -9-11s/day. Exhibiting remarkable accuracy and consistency, performing brilliantly for a vintage timepiece. The movement was serviced on 29 June 2026.
Strap
The watch is fitted with a brown leather strap featuring contrast stitching. It shows light signs of use and serves as a complementary modern strap that suits the vintage aesthetic perfectly.
Condition
Good vintage condition. The movement was serviced on 29 June 2026 and, supported by the recorded timegrapher result, is performing very strongly. The tonneau case displays honest wear, presenting visible surface scratches, light scuffs, and minor plating wear on the sharper edges. The stainless steel caseback shows light scratches. The domed acrylic crystal has light surface scratches. The silver sunburst dial is exceptionally clean, with only minor aging near the extreme edges, while the matching handset shows minor surface oxidation under magnification.
Dimensions
The case measures 35 mm (excluding the crown).
Remarks
This 1973 Omega Genève offers a beautifully preserved silver sunburst dial paired with a classic tonneau case design. Backed by strong performance from a freshly serviced movement, it represents a highly wearable and reliable example of 1970s horology.
History
The Omega Genève line was introduced in the mid-20th century, initially representing the brand's premium dress watches before evolving into a diverse range of reliable, everyday timepieces by the 1970s. The Caliber 1481 is well-regarded for its robust automatic winding architecture, characteristic of Omega's solid engineering during this era. Models from this period reflect the bold geometric design language that defined the decade.
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SKU: OME-OGX-0032

















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Omega - Genève 'Serviced' - No reserve price - 1660118 - Men - 1973
Omega • 1973
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