Omega - Seamaster Date Cal. 565 'Beads of Rice' - No reserve price - 166.037 SP - Men - 1969

Now available at auction from Second Vintage This classic late 60s Seamaster configuration presents a highly attractive combination of mid-century design and robust mechanical engineering. Featuring a crisp silver sunburst dial with applied indices and powered by the reliable Caliber 565 with a quickset date, this watch delivers wonderful daily wearability. The presence of its original beads of rice bracelet and the distinctive Seamaster hippocampus caseback medallion further enhance this honest and well-preserved timepiece. Brand: Omega Model: Seamaster Reference Number: 166.037 SP Serial Number: 28715141 Movement: Automatic, Caliber 565, 24 Jewels Dial: Clean silver sunburst finish with applied indices Case Size: 34 mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Stainless Steel Production Year: 1969 Condition: Excellent vintage condition. Timegrapher: -9s-12s/day with strong amplitude, performing remarkably well. Dial and Hands The dial features a clean silver sunburst finish that remains pristine and highly legible. Applied indices are in excellent condition, complemented by clear and intact printing throughout. The dauphine hands display visible oxidation and patina on both the metal surfaces and the luminous material, aging consistently with the vintage nature of the watch and adding authentic character to the display. Case and Crystal The well-preserved stainless steel case retains sharp lug profiles and defined edges, demonstrating honest vintage condition with strong geometry. The surfaces show light scratches consistent with age and careful use. A smooth polished bezel frames the dial, exhibiting only light hairline scratches. The visible crown features good knurling and is signed with the Omega logo. The reverse side features the distinctive Seamaster hippocampus caseback medallion. A domed acrylic crystal protects the dial, remaining clear with no major scratches, chips, or crazing visible. Movement Powering this timepiece is the Omega Caliber 565 automatic movement, featuring a quickset date function. The mechanism displays clean copper-toned plating with no obvious signs of corrosion or damage, while the rotor and bridges appear well-preserved. Engravings clearly read OMEGA WATCH Co SWISS, TWENTY-FOUR 24 JEWELS, 565, and the matching serial number 28715141. Recording -9s-12s/day with strong amplitude on the timegrapher, it is 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, featuring 570 endlinks and a signed clasp. This classic and comfortable vintage bracelet shows light wear and stretch consistent with its age. It accommodates a maximum wrist fit of 18 cm. Condition Excellent vintage condition. The well-preserved stainless steel case maintains sharp lugs and strong geometry, showing only light surface scratches. The silver sunburst dial is exceptionally clean, while the dauphine hands exhibit visible oxidation and patina that suit the era perfectly. The domed acrylic crystal is clear, and the original beads of rice bracelet shows expected light wear and stretch. Supported by the recorded timegrapher result, the movement is performing very strongly. Dimensions The case measures 34 mm (excluding the crown). Remarks This Seamaster is an excellent choice for any collector seeking a highly legible and honest vintage Omega. The crisp silver sunburst dial, the reliable Caliber 565 movement, and the original beads of rice bracelet make this a versatile and compelling acquisition. History The Omega Seamaster line has long been celebrated for its durability, elegant proportions, and dependable performance. By the late 1960s, Omega had perfected the aesthetic of the dress-sports watch, combining refined sunburst dials with robust stainless steel cases. The Caliber 565 introduced during this era is highly regarded by collectors for its efficient automatic winding and practical quickset date mechanism, representing a high point in Omega mid-century movement production. / Second Vintage SKU: OME-OAS-0025