Omega Seamaster Day-Date Ref. 196.0284 / 396.0974 – Grey Tapestry Dial – Quartz Cal. 1435 – Mens Square Watch – Circa 1984 Stainless Steel Square Case – Quick Set Day & Date in Swiss or English – 30mm - Striped Dial – Serviced
This vintage Omega Seamaster Day-Date is a distinctive 1980s model, featuring a bold square case design and a refined grey striped (textured) dial.
With its clean layout, day-date complication, and sharp angular case, this piece perfectly captures Omega’s transition into quartz precision while maintaining classic Seamaster elegance.
History of the Model During the 1980s, Omega expanded the Seamaster range with a variety of quartz-powered dress watches, experimenting with case shapes and dial finishes.
Square and cushion-case models like this stood out for their modern design, while practical features such as the day-date complication made them ideal everyday watches. Today, these pieces are appreciated for their unique styling and reliability.
Movement Powered by the Omega Calibre 1435, a dependable Swiss quartz movement: Quartz movement Calibre 1435 Day & date function Quick-set day and date Low-maintenance and highly accurate The watch has been professionally serviced, fitted with a new battery and rubber gasket, and is fully functional.
Dial Grey verticle striped or more professionaly called a tapestry dial Applied baton hour markers Day-date window at 3 o’clock Signed Omega Signed Seamaster Quartz “Swiss Made” The dial presents very well overall, with light signs of age consistent with the period.
Case & Strap Stainless steel square case Approx. 30mm case size References 196.0284 / 396.0974 Omega signed crown and crystal Premium black aftermarket leather strap The square case gives the watch a strong vintage presence while remaining comfortable and wearable.
Specifications & Condition Brand: Omega Model: Seamaster Day-Date Reference: 196.0284 / 396.0974 Year: Circa 1984 Movement: Quartz – Cal. 1435 Case: Stainless steel Dial: Grey textured (striped) Crystal: Omega signed Crown: Omega signed Strap: Black leather (aftermarket)
Condition The watch is fully functional and keeping good time. Overall condition is great for its age: Case shows light surface wear consistent with use Dial remains clean with minor age-related marks Hands and markers are well preserved Crystal is clear Fitted with a premium leather aftermarket strap
No box or papers but it is 100% original Omega (excluding the strap).
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