Omega - De Ville - No reserve price - 166 0086 - Men - 1970-1979

Now available at auction from Second Vintage A beautifully preserved classic from the 1970s, this Omega De Ville pairs a pristine vertically brushed silver dial with its original beads of rice bracelet. The sharp case geometry and striking black-insert indices create a highly legible, elegant profile on the wrist, offering a refined aesthetic for the collector. Brand: Omega Model: De Ville Reference Number: 166 0086 Movement: Automatic, Caliber 1002 Dial: Vertically brushed silver with applied indices Case Size: 35mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Stainless Steel Production Year: 1970s Condition: Excellent vintage condition. Timegrapher: -3-6s/day, performing remarkably well. Dial and Hands The dial presents a clean vertically brushed silver finish that catches the light beautifully. Crisp black printing ensures excellent legibility, complemented by applied indices featuring black inserts and intact lume dots. The matching stick hands also feature black inserts, displaying a clean surface finish with no visible oxidation or corrosion. The entire dial remains pristine, showing no visible spotting, staining, or moisture damage. Case and Crystal The stainless steel case is crisp and well-preserved, retaining sharp lines and highly defined geometry. Wear is limited to light superficial scratches consistent with careful use over the decades, and there are no significant dents or deep dings visible. The smooth integrated bezel is in excellent condition with only light hairline scratches. A clearly signed Omega crown with good knurling definition sits neatly at the side of the case. The domed acrylic crystal is clear, showing minor surface wear consistent with age but no major scratches or crazing. Movement Inside the watch beats the Omega Caliber 1002 automatic movement. The caliber features clean copper-colored plating, with the rotor and bridges appearing in excellent visual condition. There is no visible corrosion, oxidation, or damaged screw heads, and the movement is clearly engraved with OMEGA WATCH CO SWISS and the 1002 caliber designation. The timegrapher records a rate of -3-6s/day. Exhibiting remarkable accuracy and consistency, performing brilliantly for a vintage timepiece. Strap The watch is fitted with its classic and well-preserved original signed Omega beads of rice bracelet. The clasp is clearly signed with the Omega logo and shows only light surface scratches, while the endlinks are correctly stamped 511. The bracelet accommodates a maximum wrist size of up to 18cm. Condition Excellent vintage condition. The watch has been carefully maintained, presenting a remarkably clean vertically brushed dial and matching hands with no visible spotting or oxidation. The stainless steel case retains sharp, original geometry with only light superficial scratches. The original beads of rice bracelet remains well-preserved, and the automatic movement displays a clean visual appearance alongside strong timegrapher results. Dimensions The case measures 35mm in diameter, excluding the crown. Remarks This De Ville is distinguished by its highly legible vertically brushed dial and the presence of its original beads of rice bracelet. The sharp case geometry and distinctive black-insert indices make this a versatile and visually striking vintage Omega. History The De Ville line began its life as part of the Seamaster collection before Omega established it as a standalone family in 1967. Designed to offer a more refined and urban aesthetic compared to the robust Seamaster and Speedmaster tool watches, the De Ville quickly became celebrated for its elegant proportions and styling. During the 1970s, Omega equipped these models with reliable automatic movements like the Caliber 1002, ensuring that the elegant exterior was matched by robust mechanical performance. Today, these early standalone De Ville models represent a highly appealing era of Omega design. / Second Vintage SKU: OME-ADV-0018