✨⌚ Omega Seamaster Quartz Ref. 196.0083 – Rare Midnight Blue Sunburst Dial – Cal. 1342 – c.1977 ⌚✨
An exceptionally attractive and increasingly collectible Omega Seamaster Quartz Ref. 196.0083, presented in a rare original midnight blue sunburst dial configuration—a variant encountered far less frequently than the standard silver or champagne examples.
This is far more than just another vintage Omega. It is a beautifully preserved piece from one of the most important periods in Swiss watchmaking, when Omega combined its renowned craftsmanship with cutting-edge quartz technology to produce watches of exceptional quality.
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🏛 Omega Heritage & Historical Significance
Founded in 1848, Omega has earned a reputation as one of the world’s most respected Swiss watch manufacturers. Since its introduction in 1948, the Seamaster collection has become one of the brand’s defining lines, admired for its timeless elegance, reliability, and enduring desirability.
Produced circa 1977, this watch belongs to Omega’s pioneering era of premium in-house quartz movements—a significant milestone in horological history when the company invested heavily in developing sophisticated Swiss quartz calibers rather than relying on generic movements.
Today, these early Omega quartz models are increasingly appreciated by collectors for both their historical importance and outstanding engineering.
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🎨 Rare Original Midnight Blue Sunburst Dial
The true highlight of this watch is its beautiful original midnight blue sunburst dial, displaying rich tones that shift effortlessly between deep blue and nearly black depending on the lighting.
Features include:
• Rare original midnight blue dial
• Elegant sunburst finish
• Applied baton hour markers
• Original “Seamaster” script
• Date display
• Timeless minimalist vintage design
This uncommon dial configuration is considerably more difficult to find than the standard silver or champagne variants and gives the watch exceptional visual presence.
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⌚ Case & Dimensions (Measured)
• Reference: 196.0083
• Stainless steel case
• Case diameter: approximately 33.9 mm
• Lug-to-lug: approximately 39.0 mm
• Thickness: approximately 10.2 mm
A wonderfully balanced late-1970s Omega case—refined, comfortable, and unmistakably elegant.
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🔧 Original Omega Caliber 1342
Powering the watch is the original Omega Caliber 1342, one of Omega’s respected early Swiss in-house quartz movements.
Features include:
• Original Omega Cal. 1342
• Swiss-made
• Excellent accuracy
• Reliable and robust construction
• Historically significant early Omega quartz caliber
Unlike many quartz watches of the era, Omega engineered its own premium movements to the same high standards expected of the brand, making these watches an important part of Omega’s technical evolution.
For complete transparency, this listing includes detailed photographs of the original Omega Cal. 1342 movement, together with the correctly stamped Ref. 196.0083 inside caseback.
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🛡 Authenticity & Case Details
• Correct Omega reference 196.0083
• Original Omega-stamped inside caseback
• Original Seamaster hippocampus caseback medallion
• Correct period finishing and construction
These details provide excellent confidence in the watch’s originality.
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🔗 Original Omega Bracelet
The watch is fitted with its original Omega-signed stainless steel bracelet.
• Original Omega bracelet
• Omega-signed clasp
• Fits wrists up to approximately 7.8–8 inches
Examples retaining their original bracelet are becoming increasingly difficult to source.
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📦 Condition
• Very good vintage condition
• Honest signs of age consistent with careful use (A couple of bracelet links show minor dents from normal vintage wear (see photos).
• Beautiful original midnight blue dial with excellent presence
• Clean original Omega Cal. 1342 movement
• Working properly
Please study all photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of the description.
Sold AS IS.
Not tested for water resistance.
No box or papers.
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💎 Collector’s Perspective
Highlights include:
• Rare original midnight blue sunburst dial
• Original Omega Caliber 1342 movement
• Correct Ref. 196.0083 case
• Original Omega bracelet
• Movement and reference clearly shown in the listing photographs
• Desirable example from Omega’s pioneering in-house quartz era
An elegant and increasingly collectible Seamaster that beautifully represents Omega’s transition into precision quartz watchmaking while preserving the timeless styling that has made the Seamaster one of the brand’s most enduring icons.
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🚚 Shipping & Assurance
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Authenticity Promise: Every watch I sell is 100% authentic. If authenticity is ever in doubt, I offer a full money-back guarantee. Please take a moment to review my long-standing positive eBay feedback—it reflects my commitment to honest descriptions, careful packaging, and excellent customer service.
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💬 Questions
Please feel free to contact me with any questions or reasonable offers. Serious collectors are always welcome.