This sought after Omega automatic chronograph has had a 2021 service by STS, so is fantastic. Model reference 176.007
HOW DO WE DATE THIS WATCH?
The serial number for these Chronographs was engraved on the oscillating weight. The downside to this was that the weight is a service item, and this has a service part fitted with a R (for replacement) serial number. So we will never know the exact year this was made, but we do know that the model was available in 1972-1976 catalogues inclusively. The earlier watches had a case back that read 176.001 crossed through and then 176.007 stamped – this was Omega reusing the 176.001 case backs after that model was discontinued. This was also has the B2 dial, the later type without applied hour markers. So the evidence leads us to think this was made later in the production run.
CONDITION
The movement in this watch was Omega’s first automatic Chronograph. Developed alongside Lemania in response to the automatic chronographs launched in 1969 by Zenith, Seiko and the Heuer/Breitling/Hamilton calibre 11. The beauty of this example is that the complex calibre 1040 movement has been serviced by Swiss Time Services in 2021 at a cost of over £500, including a new crystal, so is good for many years to come. The case is very good, dial superb, and everything is working just as it should. The bracelet is number 32, with 625 end pieces.
This watch will be supplied with the red Omega service case and our Certificate of Authenticity.
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SIZE
Width with crown 40.9 mm
Width without crown 38.4 mm
Between lugs 22 mm
Lug to lug length 41.8 mm
Case Thickness 16.0 mm
Bracelet will fit a maximum wrist size of 186 mm. The bracelet can be sized for you if you give us your wrist size when placing the order.
All sizes are approximate.
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.