Omega - Seamaster "beads of rice" - No reserve price - 166.010 SP / 168.024 - Men - 1966

Now available at auction from Second Vintage A quintessential 1960s configuration, this sought-after Omega Seamaster is distinguished by its exceptionally clean silver sunburst dial with black-insert indices and its highly desirable original beads of rice bracelet. Preserving strong lines and a crisp hippocampus caseback medallion, it represents a superb opportunity for collectors of mid-century Swiss design. Brand: Omega Model: Seamaster Reference Number: 166.010 SP / 168.024 Serial Number: 23719413 Movement: Omega Caliber 565 automatic Dial: Silver sunburst with applied black-insert baton indices Case Size: 35mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Stainless Steel Production Year: 1966 Condition: Excellent vintage condition. Timegrapher: +18+20s/day, performing remarkably well. Dial and Hands The exceptionally clean and attractive silver sunburst dial is preserved in excellent condition, catching the light beautifully across its surface. It features applied baton indices with striking black inserts and an applied Omega logo. Under high magnification, only minor dust or micro-spotting is visible. The original dauphine hands carry matching black inserts and show age-appropriate oxidation and spotting on their metal surfaces when viewed under macro inspection, maintaining the authentic character of the watch. Case and Crystal The stainless steel case displays honest vintage wear with light scratches and scuffs throughout, yet the lugs retain good overall shape and definition. A smooth steel bezel surrounds the dial, showing light surface scratches consistent with the rest of the case. The watch is fitted with its original Omega-signed crown, presenting a clear logo. Turning the watch over reveals a crisp and well-preserved hippocampus medallion on the caseback. The domed acrylic crystal remains clear, with no major scratches or crazing visible. Movement Inside beats the reliable Omega Caliber 565 automatic movement, featuring 24 jewels and a quickset date function. The visual condition of the movement is excellent; the signature copper-colored plating remains bright and clean, while the rotor and bridges are well-preserved. There are no signs of significant corrosion, moisture damage, or mishandling. The timegrapher records a rate of +18+20s/day. Exhibiting remarkable accuracy and consistency, performing brilliantly for a vintage timepiece. Strap The watch is fitted with its original signed Omega beads of rice bracelet, a classic and highly desirable configuration. Secured by a signed folding clasp, the bracelet shows moderate wear and stretch consistent with its age. It accommodates a maximum wrist size of 17.5cm. Condition Excellent vintage condition. The dial is exceptionally clean, while the hands exhibit expected oxidation under close inspection. The stainless steel case and bezel show honest wear with light scratches, retaining strong original lines and a crisp caseback medallion. The original beads of rice bracelet displays moderate stretch consistent with age. Supported by the recorded timegrapher result of +18+20s/day, the movement is performing very strongly. Dimensions The case size is 35mm, excluding the crown. Remarks This Seamaster offers a superb combination of an attractive sunburst dial, a clean Caliber 565 movement, and its original beads of rice bracelet. The well-preserved hippocampus medallion further cements its appeal as a highly desirable 1960s collector watch. History The Omega Seamaster line, introduced in 1948, quickly became one of the most respected names in mid-century watchmaking. By the 1960s, the collection had evolved to feature robust automatic movements and elegant case designs suitable for daily wear. The Caliber 565, utilized in this example, is highly regarded by collectors for its reliability and practical quickset date mechanism. Configurations pairing a clean sunburst dial with a beads of rice bracelet remain highly sought-after, representing a high point of vintage Omega design. / Second Vintage SKU: OME-SXX-0006