Pre-owned vintage Omega Genève automatic wristwatch dating from circa 1972.
The movement has been observed running continuously overnight, but the watch has faults affecting the time-setting mechanism, quick-date function and bracelet clasp. It is being sold as requiring professional repair and servicing and must not be considered fully functional or ready to wear.
FUNCTION TESTING AND FAULTS
• The automatic movement was run overnight and remained running throughout that test.
• During earlier testing, the calendar advanced automatically when the hands passed midnight.
• With the hands positioned at approximately 5 o’clock, pressing the crown advanced the date twice. After this, the push-crown quick-date function stopped advancing the date. Pressing the crown now only causes slight or intermittent movement of the date mechanism.
• The hands initially adjusted only when the crown was turned in one direction. During subsequent testing, the hands stopped responding to the crown and do not presently appear to set.
• The bracelet clasp does not latch closed, so the watch cannot presently be worn securely.
• An aftermarket gold-tone crown bearing a bow-tie-style logo has been fitted. It is not an original Omega crown.
The causes of these faults have not been professionally diagnosed. The watch may require repairs to the crown, winding stem, keyless works, calendar mechanism and clasp, together with a full movement service.
No guarantee is given that the movement will continue running or that any currently operating function will remain operational. Please purchase on the basis that professional repair will be required.
COSMETIC CONDITION
The gold-plated case and bracelet have scratches, marks, discolouration and noticeable plating wear consistent with their age. The stainless-steel case back also has scratches and general wear. The dial displays age-related marks and patina.
The acrylic crystal is in very good condition for its age. Circular bands visible across the crystal or dial in some photographs are reflections from the LED ring light used inside the photographic light box and are not damage.
Please examine all photographs and the accompanying video carefully, as these provide the best indication of the cosmetic condition.
DESCRIPTION
Vintage Omega Genève automatic wristwatch, reference 166.099, dating from circa 1972.
The watch has a champagne/gold-tone dial, date display at 3 o’clock and an integrated gold-tone Omega bracelet. The signed Omega automatic movement is calibre 1481. Its serial number is in the 34.7-million range, consistent with production around 1972.
The inside of the case back is marked reference 166.099 and “Plaqué Or G 20 Microns.” The watch has a gold-plated case with a stainless-steel back.
DETAILS
• Omega Genève • Reference 166.099 • Circa 1972 • Signed Omega calibre 1481 automatic movement • Movement serial number in the 34.7-million range • Champagne/gold-tone dial • Date display at 3 o’clock • Approximately 35.1mm wide, excluding the crown • Gold-plated case marked 20 microns • Stainless-steel case back • Aftermarket bow-tie-logo crown • Integrated gold-tone Omega bracelet and signed clasp • Acrylic crystal • Bracelet shown at approximately 6¾ inches on the sizing cone • No additional links included
The bracelet measurement is approximate. Because the clasp does not close, its wearable fit cannot be guaranteed.
The watch has not been tested on professional timing equipment. Its accuracy and power reserve are unknown, and its service history is not available.
It has not been pressure tested, and no water resistance is claimed. It should be kept away from water.
Only the watch and bracelet shown are included. There is no box, paperwork or documented service history.
This watch is sold as running but requiring repair and servicing. It is not being sold as fully operational or wearable.
The watch will be carefully packaged for delivery. This is a private sale, and returns are not accepted for change of mind. Please review the description, photographs and video carefully before purchasing.