Omega - Genève Date Cal. 565 - No reserve price - 166.070 - Men - 1971

Now available at auction from Second Vintage A quintessential vintage Omega dress watch in highly original condition, this classic Genève is distinguished by its pristine silver sunburst dial and striking black-accented indices. Powered by the reliable Caliber 565 automatic movement, it presents a highly legible and refined aesthetic that remains as compelling today as it was in the early 1970s. Brand: Omega Model: Genève Reference Number: 166.070 Serial Number: 33763093 Movement: Automatic, Caliber 565, 24 jewels Dial: Silver sunburst with black-accented applied indices and luminous plots Case Size: 35mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Stainless Steel Production Year: 1971 Condition: Good vintage condition. Timegrapher: +2+5s/day with strong amplitude, performing remarkably well. Dial and Hands The exceptionally clean and attractive dial features a bright silver sunburst finish. Applied indices with black inserts are well preserved, complementing the crisp, intact typography. The luminous plots are present and show consistent aging. The silver hands feature black painted centers, which exhibit visible degradation and minor paint loss. The luminous material on the hands displays an age-appropriate patina that coordinates nicely with the dial plots. Case and Crystal The stainless steel case is well-preserved with normal signs of use, presenting honest wear with light surface scratches throughout. The lugs retain good shape and definition. The smooth integrated bezel shows light surface scratches consistent with the rest of the case, while the caseback exterior exhibits typical light handling marks. The watch is fitted with a signed Omega crown featuring defined knurling. A clear, domed acrylic crystal protects the dial, showing no major scratches or cracks. Movement Inside beats the automatic Omega Caliber 565, a 24-jewel movement equipped with a quickset date function. The copper-colored plating is bright and well-preserved, showing no obvious signs of corrosion or moisture damage. Minor marks are visible on some of the screw heads. Exhibiting remarkable accuracy and consistency, performing brilliantly for a vintage timepiece. Strap The watch is fitted with a black leather strap featuring white contrast stitching. It appears to be in near-new condition, providing a handsome complement to the bright silver dial. Condition Good vintage condition. Supported by the recorded timegrapher result, the movement is performing very strongly. The stainless steel case and bezel show honest, light surface scratches throughout, though the lugs retain good definition. The silver sunburst dial is exceptionally clean, with crisp printing and well-preserved indices. The hands show some visible degradation and minor paint loss on their black-painted centers. The crystal is clear, and the leather strap is in near-new condition. Dimensions The case measures 35mm (excluding the crown). Remarks This Omega Genève offers an attractive combination of a beautifully preserved silver sunburst dial and a robust, high-performing automatic movement. Its highly original condition and classic proportions make it an excellent addition to any collection. History Introduced as a premium line in the mid-20th century, the Genève collection eventually became Omega's most expansive and accessible range of dress watches by the 1970s. These timepieces are celebrated for their classic proportions, reliable mechanical calibers, and clean design language. The Caliber 565 inside this example is highly regarded among collectors for its durability and practical quickset date mechanism, representing an excellent era of Omega's in-house automatic movement production. / Second Vintage SKU: OME-OAG-0014