Omega - Seamaster - Sans prix de réserve - 196 0190 / 396 0911 - Homme - 1970-1979

Now available at auction from Second Vintage This classic 1970s Omega Seamaster Quartz is defined by a beautifully preserved, stippled gold-tone dial that provides wonderful texture and depth. Featuring its clearly marked caseback with the Seamaster medallion, it represents a highly wearable and attractive standard production model from the era. Brand: Omega Model: Seamaster Reference Number: 196 0190 / 396 0911 Serial Number: 43612278 Movement: Quartz Caliber 1342 Dial: Stippled gold-tone with applied indices Case Size: 34mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Gold Plated / Stainless Steel Back Production Year: 1970s Condition: Good vintage condition. Dial and Hands The beautifully preserved dial features an attractive stippled gold-tone finish that catches the light beautifully. The applied gold-tone indices and Omega logo remain clean, while the printed text is crisp and fully intact. A well-framed date window is positioned cleanly at three o'clock. The original gold-tone stick hands show minor surface oxidation and dust under magnification, displaying light aging with no significant corrosion or damage. Case and Crystal The gold-plated case displays honest vintage wear with intact plating, showing moderate surface scratches and handling wear. The lug edges exhibit some softening consistent with age and use. Its integrated smooth gold-tone bezel shows surface scratches consistent with the rest of the case. The stainless steel caseback exterior clearly displays the Seamaster seahorse logo, with the caliber number 1342 stamped on the exterior edge. The watch is fitted with a gold-tone signed crown featuring a clear Omega logo, showing some wear to the knurling. The flat crystal is generally clear, presenting some minor surface scratches visible at certain angles. Movement The watch is powered by the Omega Caliber 1342 quartz movement. Strap The watch is fitted with a complementary brown leather strap featuring white contrast stitching, presenting in good condition. Condition Good vintage condition. The case and bezel show honest, moderate surface scratches and handling wear with some softening to the lug edges, while the gold plating remains intact. The dial is excellently preserved and clean. The hands display minor surface oxidation under magnification. The crystal has some minor surface scratches, and the signed crown shows wear to its knurling. Dimensions The case measures 34mm in diameter, excluding the crown. Remarks This Seamaster offers a fantastic textured dial that enhances its visual presence. With its intact gold plating and crisp seahorse caseback, it provides an excellent opportunity to acquire a classic 1970s Omega design. History The Omega Seamaster line has long been a foundational pillar of the brand catalog. By the late 1970s, Omega was fully embracing quartz technology, integrating reliable electronic movements into their established and elegant case designs. The reference 196.0190 utilizes the Caliber 1342 quartz movement within a traditional 34mm case, maintaining the sophisticated styling of earlier mechanical Seamasters while offering the precision of the quartz era. / Second Vintage SKU: OME-SXX-0014