Omega - De Ville - No reserve price - 166.085 - Men - 1970-1979

Presented for auction by Second Vintage This Omega De Ville captures the distinct and confident design language of the 1970s, offering collectors a beautifully proportioned cushion-cased timepiece. With its striking brushed dial and incredibly comfortable beads of rice bracelet, this watch perfectly bridges the gap between everyday durability and refined mid-century elegance. It stands as a testament to Omega's ability to innovate visually while maintaining the robust mechanical standards that defined their twentieth-century production. Brand: Omega Model: De Ville Reference Number: 166.085 Movement: Automatic, Caliber 1002 Dial: Silver vertically brushed dial with applied baton indices, displaying minor edge wear and light spotting Case Size: 35 mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Stainless Steel Production Year: 1970s Condition: Good vintage condition with well-preserved case geometry Dial and Hands The dial presents a striking silver vertically brushed texture that beautifully catches the light and adds profound depth to the watch face. It features applied steel baton indices with black inserts, complemented by an applied Omega logo at the twelve o'clock position and a framed date aperture at three o'clock. The typography is crisp, with serif and sans-serif fonts cleanly printed across the surface. Upon close inspection, the dial exhibits minor edge wear along the periphery, most notably near the nine o'clock and four o'clock positions, along with faint surface spotting consistent with its vintage age. The matching steel stick hands feature black inserts and remain in excellent visual condition. A subtle but highly desirable detail is the domed acrylic crystal, which retains the microscopic etched Omega logo precisely in its center. Case and Crystal The 35 millimeter stainless steel cushion case is a quintessential example of 1970s design language. It showcases a strong and highly attractive transition between the heavily vertically brushed upper surfaces and the polished case flanks. The lug profile remains sharp and well-defined, indicating respectful wear over the decades. The watch is fitted with a signed Omega fluted crown. The solid stainless steel caseback is vertically brushed and clearly engraved with the text WATERPROOF TOOL 106, while the interior is correctly stamped with the reference number 166.085. The domed acrylic crystal shows minor surface handling marks but provides a clear and distortion-free view of the intricate dial texture. Movement Powering this timepiece is the Omega Caliber 1002, a copper-finished automatic movement characteristic of the brand's robust engineering during this era. The movement plates display the correct factory finishing and caliber engravings. Visual inspection reveals noticeable oxidation and heavy patina on the winding rotor, which is clearly documented in the provided images. Running in vintage operational condition. Maintains the authentic mechanical character of the era. (+39 to +42 s/day). Strap The watch is fitted with a period-correct stainless steel beads of rice bracelet, which drapes exceptionally well and provides outstanding comfort on the wrist. The folding clasp is prominently stamped with the applied Omega logo, and the endlinks are correctly stamped with the code 646, confirming its proper pairing with this specific case profile. Condition This Omega De Ville is presented in good vintage condition. The case retains strong factory lines and distinct brushed finishes, while the dial offers a highly attractive texture despite honest signs of aging, light spotting, and minor edge wear. The mechanical components show visible patina, particularly the oxidation on the automatic rotor, yet the watch remains a handsome and entirely authentic example of 1970s horology. Dimensions The stainless steel case measures 35 millimeters in diameter, excluding the signed crown. The cushion case design provides a substantial and comfortable footprint on the wrist, wearing slightly larger and more prominently than traditional round cases of the same measurement. Remarks This timepiece represents a wonderful opportunity to acquire a distinctly styled Omega from a highly creative era of watchmaking. The combination of the brushed cushion case, the textured dial, and the incredibly comfortable beads of rice bracelet makes this De Ville an exceptionally versatile vintage companion suitable for any collection. History The Omega De Ville collection originally debuted as part of the Seamaster line before becoming a standalone family in 1967. Designed to offer a more refined and urban aesthetic compared to Omega's dedicated sports and dive models, the De Ville quickly became known for its elegant proportions and varied case shapes. During the 1970s, the collection embraced the bold design trends of the decade, introducing cushion cases and integrated aesthetics that perfectly captured the spirit of the era while maintaining Omega's rigorous standards for mechanical reliability and precision. / Second Vintage SKU: OME1OMZKAS000