In honor of the Omega 30mm caliber that set records at the Geneva Observatory, in 1953, to commemorate the occasion, Omega began using the name "Genève" to the dials of their dressier 30mm watches. By 1967, the name began to be applied to models throughout Omega's range, such as the Omega Dynamic, that were produced in large volumes.
Geneve-branded watches used the same, high-quality movements (some can even be found with chronometer-spec) as almost all other Omega timepiece lines but they were sold at a more competitive price point than Omega's other offerings, targeting a younger clientele. “By the time Omega ceased production of the Geneve line in 1979, pieces in this collection comprised more than 60% of Omega's total sales.”
Omega Geneve watches weren’t purpose-built for sea depths or space flights but their design, but they were always meant to be the “essence of what an Omega was.” “They are also beautiful, classic watches, powered by excellent movements that will always be easy to service.”
OMEGA Automatic Geneve
All in original condition, this is a highly collectible Omega dress wristwatch from the Geneve line and dated from 1974. Ref. ref. 166.0173.
It is a self-winding watch powered by an original Omega movement caliber 1012, 23 jewels, sweep second, date (quickset) indicator, hack feature, Swiss made.
Gorgeous gold color dial with two-tone hour marks, luminous dots, two-tone gold luminous matching hands as well.
To match the aesthetics of the dial, it is cased in a 36mm round case, original stainless-steel back, original Omega crown as well. It is coming with the original Omega stainless steel bracelet.
It is a very good looking watch! This watch is in good condition. Runs very well, keeps great time.
Thank you for looking! Please feel free to contact us with any questions, or respectful offers.
Movement: OMEGA Swiss Caliber 1012 23 Jewels Serial Number 38544766
Case Back Signed: Lunette Plaque OR G 20 Microns Fond Acier Inoxydable Omega Watch Co. Fab. Suisse Swiss Made 166 0173 366 0332
Measures (mm): Case Diameter 36 Case Lug to Lug 43.6 Case Thickness 11 Lug Width 10 Band Width 20
Vintage watches are traditionally smaller than today's watches. Men's watches typically measure between 29-36mm (some larger, some smaller) wide excluding the crown. In the listing details we typically try to do our best to list all pertinent dimensions of a watch. If you don't see it, or we failed to do so, please reach out to us. Women's watches from the 1900s-1970s were also much smaller than todays offerings. Please also feel free to ask any questions you have pertaining to size.
We prefer to shoot photographs outside when weather is permitting. However, when we shoot indoors, please be aware that we shoot our photographs inside of lightboxes that are lit with 360 LED bulbs. This indeed magnifies any flaws. Usually, they are much less obvious to the naked eye. Having said that, we never photoshop any of our photography, remove blemishes, etc. We adjust light when necessary, but what you see is what you are getting, and we take pride in that.
The condition is pre-owned. The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear, but is fully operational and functions as intended. See all the photos, feel free to ask questions if you have any.
It will be carefully packed.
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