Omega - De Ville - No reserve price - 166.053 - Men - 1969

Available now on auction by Second Vintage This Omega De Ville Reference 166.053 is a striking example of late 1960s design, featuring a robust cushion-shaped stainless steel case and a captivating deep blue dial. Known for its "monocoque" or one-piece case construction, this model utilizes the robust Caliber 752 movement, offering both durability and style. The day-date complication and applied markers add depth to the face, making it a sophisticated choice for the vintage enthusiast looking for distinct wrist presence and Swiss engineering. Brand: Omega Model: De Ville Reference Number: 166.053 Serial Number: 29105282 Movement: Omega Automatic Caliber 752 Dial: Deep blue with day-date aperture Case Size: 36 mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Stainless Steel Production Year: 1969 Condition: Good vintage condition. The watch presents an honest vintage aesthetic with visible patina on the dial and wear on the case. The movement is functioning and active, with timegrapher results showing +40 to +49 seconds per day, which indicates a decent vintage performing movement. Dial and Hands The deep blue dial features a subtle vertical brushing texture that catches the light beautifully. It is adorned with raised, faceted square hour markers with black inlays. A framed day-date window is positioned at 3 o'clock, displaying an Italian day wheel. The baton-style hands are original with aged lume inserts. There is visible patina, including fine spotting and dust dispersed across the dial surface, adding to its authentic vintage character. Case and Crystal The stainless steel case features a distinct cushion shape with a monocoque (one-piece) construction, designed to improve water resistance by eliminating the caseback seal. The back is engraved with "Tool 106," indicating the front-loading mechanism required to access the movement. The case preserves its original lines but shows surface scratches and dings consistent with age and use. The signed Omega crown is present. The acrylic crystal displays scratches and swirls typical for a watch of this era. Movement Powered by the Omega Caliber 752 automatic movement, this 24-jewel mechanism is finished in Omega's signature copper tone. It features a day-date complication and quickset date function (by pulling the crown). The movement is functioning, and timegrapher analysis shows a rate of +40 to +49 seconds per day, which indicates the movement is running within vintage tolerances. Strap The watch is fitted with a classic black leather strap that complements the dark dial tones, fastened with a stainless steel pin buckle. The leather is in good condition and ready for wear. Condition This timepiece is in Good vintage condition. The case shows evident wear with scratches and small nicks expected from a watch of this age. The dial has developed a visible patina with spotting distributed across the surface. The crystal has surface scratches. Mechanically, the watch is running actively. Dimensions The case width is 36 mm excluding the crown, offering a classic fit. The cushion shape provides a substantial presence on the wrist, wearing slightly larger than its dimensions suggest due to the broad case design. Remarks This De Ville stands out due to its specific "Tool 106" waterproof case design and the desirable blue dial configuration. The Italian day wheel adds a nice touch of European provenance. It is a robust and stylish representative of Omega's late 60s design language, bridging the gap between dress and sport watches. History Omega introduced the De Ville line as a separate collection in 1967, spinning it off from the Seamaster line to focus on elegance and varied designs. The late 1960s saw the introduction of bolder case shapes like this cushion model, integrating the high-performance 750-series movements that were renowned for their reliability and efficiency during Omega's golden era of mechanical watchmaking. / Second Vintage SKU: OMENHWC050000