Before the Omega Calypso and Jacques Mayol models, this Seamaster 120M was launched. Model reference 396.0913.
HOW DO WE DATE THIS WATCH?
From the serial number on the movement we can accurately date this watch to being made in 1980. This range was launched in 1980 as part of the International collection, according to Omega’s own website.
CONDITION
With a stainless steel case and integrated bracelet, this was Omega pushing the design envelope a little. Rather than a conventional rotating bezel this has a fixed bezel with a fine fluting pattern on it, and extra crown protection at three. Inside the case is Omega’s 1332, 17 jewel quartz movement. This features quick setting for the hour hand, and fine setting for the minute and second hand via the pusher at 2. This allows fast setting for time zones without upsetting the accuracy of the watch. We will install a brand new battery before sending the watch out to the new owner. The dial has patina all over and unfortunately does have a mark near six – it is not a battery leak as the battery is on the other side of the movement. The Seamaster 120m is a reference to 120 metres of water resistance applied when the watch was new, so it is a nice surprise to see how thin the case is on this example. The bracelet is quite long and this is important with any integrated bracelet design, as you couldn’t put a leather strap on this design.
This watch will be supplied with our branded presentation box and our Certificate of Authenticity.
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SIZE
Width with crown 38.5 mm
Width without crown 35.7 mm
Lug to lug length 41.0 mm
Case Thickness 7.5 mm
Bracelet will fit a maximum wrist size of 208 mm. The bracelet can be sized for you if you give us your wrist size when placing the order.
All sizes are approximate. The watch is photographed on a wrist of 190mm/7.5 inches.
Included with this watch is a 3 month guarantee and free delivery to UK addresses. If you live outside the UK we can still deliver to most countries. Please see our Worldwide Shipping information, or Contact Us. Payment can be made by most credit or debit cards, bank transfer or PayPal.
From 1st September 2021 we will be planting a tree for every watch we sell, working with the International Tree Foundation (Est 1922) to make this business positive on carbon. By buying anything pre owned you are effectively reusing what already exists, but this takes it further and makes us feel good.