- Pioneering so-called "double quick-set" day and date features - Omega created the caliber 1022 movement with a double quick-set capability for convenient setting of the day and date.Though many connoisseurs associate the idea of the double quick-set watch with Rolex, which first offered the President model with this "new" feature in late 1990, Omega was a pioneer of the technology in large scale production watches.
- Faster beat (28,800 bph) balance system for greater accuracy (and this watch is the higher 23 jeweled version)
- Full size 35mm case - in between the sizes of a Rolex Date and a Rolex Datejust.
It features an elegant, waterproof style case, black dial with baguette markers, and fine Omega movement originally adjusted to two positions.
It is fully Omega down to the dial, hands, and crown and presents in gorgeous restored condition.
Our watchmaker has freshly cleaned and oiled its automatic movement, and a new leather strap has been installed making it ready for immediate enjoyment.
Included with the purchase is a one-year C.O.T. international warranty on the movement and its function, a custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity, and a new timing certificate attesting to its performance.
A link to the watch's page in Omega's Vintage Database can .
Omega Geneve:
Celebrating humanity's supreme achievements and performances, from man's landing on the moon to the Olympic competitions, Omega watches have been prized for generations by those seeking the most precise timepieces in the world. Since its creation in 1848 by Louis Brandt, Omega has relentlessly pursued watchmaking perfection, earning worldwide honors and fame.
Worn on the wrists of celebrities Michael Schumacher, Pierce Brosnan, Michael Phelps, and Ernie Els, Omega timepieces rank with Rolex and other of the world's best Swiss firms.
Beginning in 1953 Omega placed the name Geneve on the dials of some of the members of the 30mm collection which at the time were produced in the company's workshops in Geneve (to put Geneve on a dial of a watch certain components and processes must take place in Geneve). According to Omega the name referred to to the Genevan Observatory where the early 30mm calibers set a number of records.
- Manufacturer: Omega
- Country of origin: Switzerland
- Serial no.: 35,112,497
- Year built: c. 1976
- Model: Ref. MD 166.0117
- Functions: Hours, Minutes, Automatic, Double Quick-Set Day/Date, Hack Sweep Seconds
- Designed for: Men
- Case material: Stainless steel
- Case markings (inside): Omega Watch Co., Swiss made, Fond Acier Inoxydable, 166.0117
- Case condition: Presents as mint. Slight remnants of wear underneath the lugs.
- Dial: Gloss black, steel indexes topped with white, outer minute track, luminous dots, previously restored. The word Geneve was done in an earlier period font.
- Dimensions: 35mm wide (excluding crown), 42mm long lug tip-to-tip
- Hands: Original, luminous steel and black baton hands.
- Movement type: Cal. 1022, copper-colored, 23 jewels, straight-line lever escapement, monometallic balance, shock absorber, self-compensating flat balance spring
- Jewels: 17 rubies
- Beat frequency: Fast beat 28,800 BPH
- Band: Leather, aftermarket, fully stitched, padded, brand new and unworn. We also stock lizard and a variety of others straps in various prints, skins, and colors. Please ask us if you're interested.
- Crystal type: Armored hesalite, appears original and no longer signed, very good condition
- Serviced: Yes, freshly cleaned and oiled.
- Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. Your watch is important to us, and we will take care of it for its lifetime. We provide the best after sale care in the business with an experienced team of watchmakers both of whom each have over forty years of experience and a large number of parts.
- Warranty: 1-year international warranty. Please email [email protected] for details.
- Box/Papers: BOX - Connoisseur of Time watch presentation box; PAPERS - Custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity; New timing certificate
- Returns: 7 days full refund. 100% satisfaction guarantee
