An Omega gold watch from 1966, but without a submodel name like De Ville or Seamaster. Model reference 131.25016
HOW DO WE DATE THIS WATCH?
From the serial number on the movement, plus the London hallmark on the inside of the case back we can accurately date this watch to being made and assayed in 1966.
CONDITION
During the 1960’s, Omega were quite footloose and fancy free with model names. You had some models that were called Seamaster De Villes, and others like this one with no extra branding. There is no explanation that we know of so we will concentrate on this watch. You have applied numerals all round the dial, as well as the logo. As this was being fitted to a gold case these are likely to be gold too, especially as the case is marked OWC for Omega Watch Company – quite often the cases were made in England by DS&S or Dennison, but this is made by Omega themsleves. The dial looks very clean at first, but there is light patina and a dent near ten. The movement is the calibre 601, a 17 jewel hand winding item that is working well and a pleasure to use. The leather strap is new, and could be swapped for a different colour if preferred.
This watch will be supplied with our branded presentation box and our Certificate of Authenticity.
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SIZE
Width with crown 35.4 mm
Width without crown 33.5 mm
Between lugs 18 mm
Lug to lug length 38.4 mm
Case Thickness 8.7 mm
All sizes are approximate.
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