Omega - Seamaster - No reserve price - 166.037 SP - Men - 1970

Now available at auction from Second Vintage A classic vintage Omega Seamaster with a beautiful silver sunburst dial and its original mesh bracelet. This 1970 example offers an exceptionally clean dial with bright applied indices and crisp printing. Featuring a clearly defined Seamaster Seahorse medallion on the caseback and powered by the reliable Caliber 565 automatic movement, it presents a compelling opportunity for collectors of traditional Swiss watchmaking. Brand: Omega Model: Seamaster Reference Number: 166.037 SP Serial Number: 30306587 Movement: Automatic, Caliber 565, 24 Jewels Dial: Silver sunburst, applied indices Case Material: Stainless Steel Production Year: 1970 Condition: Excellent vintage condition. Timegrapher: -1-3s/day, performing remarkably well. Dial and Hands The silver sunburst dial remains in excellent condition, presenting an exceptionally clean and well-preserved appearance. The applied indices and Omega logo are bright, while the printing is crisp and fully intact. The luminous plots are present and show consistent aging. The original baton hands with black inserts display some light oxidation and aging across their metal surfaces. The luminous material on the hands has aged consistently with the dial plots, showing expected vintage patina. Case and Crystal The stainless steel case shows moderate surface scratches and honest wear consistent with its age, maintaining an honest vintage condition with normal signs of use. A smooth stainless steel bezel is integrated with the case and shows light surface scratches consistent with the rest of the watch. The caseback features a clearly defined Seamaster Seahorse medallion, and the inner caseback is correctly stamped with Omega markings and the reference number. The stainless steel crown is signed with the Omega logo and shows light wear while retaining good knurling. The domed acrylic crystal exhibits minor surface scratches and light wear, with no major cracks or deep chips visible. Movement Inside is the Omega Caliber 565 automatic movement. The bright and clean copper-plated finish displays no obvious signs of corrosion, heavy scratching, or moisture damage. The engravings are crisp and fully legible, reading OMEGA WATCH Co SWISS, TWENTY-FOUR 24 JEWELS, the serial number, and the caliber number. Exhibiting remarkable accuracy and consistency, performing brilliantly for a vintage timepiece. Timegrapher: -1-3s/day. Strap The watch is fitted with its original signed stainless steel mesh bracelet in good condition. This attractive and period-correct mesh bracelet shows normal signs of wear and light scratches on the clasp, which is signed with the Omega logo. The bracelet accommodates a maximum wrist fit of 18cm. Condition Excellent vintage condition. The exceptionally clean silver sunburst dial is beautifully preserved, and the original hands display appropriate aging. The stainless steel case and domed acrylic crystal exhibit moderate surface scratches and honest wear consistent with age. The original signed mesh bracelet remains in good condition with normal signs of use. Supported by the recorded timegrapher result of -1-3s/day, the movement is performing very strongly. Dimensions Case Size: 34mm (excluding the crown) Remarks This Seamaster is a highly attractive example of classic mid-century Omega design. The pristine silver sunburst dial paired with the original signed mesh bracelet offers a superb vintage aesthetic. Powered by the reliable Caliber 565 movement, it is a fantastic addition to any focused collection. History The Omega Seamaster line, introduced in 1948, is one of the most enduring names in traditional watchmaking. Originally designed as a robust timepiece for active individuals, early Seamasters combined elegant styling with practical durability. The Caliber 565 is highly regarded by collectors for its robust automatic winding and quickset date mechanism, representing a high point of mid-century mechanical watch design. / Second Vintage SKU: OME-SXX-0001