We have here a beautiful Omega Geneve, model 166.041, from 1969. Another all original stunning vintage omega new to stock . Lets talk about the dial -
The watch's dial is a simple, yet elegant, silver sunburst. At the very top, we find the iconic Omega logo, followed by the word "Automatic" in a clean, sans-serif font. Below this, the word "Genève" is displayed, indicating its Swiss origin and the Geneve Range . The hour markers are represented by bold, polished batons, with black bar elongated rectangular indices. The date window is positioned at 3 o'clock, providing a clear and easily readable display of the day of the month. The hands are similarly styled to the hour markers, with a slender baton hour hand and a slightly longer, more pointed minute hand. The second hand is a sleek, mirrored, adding a touch of contrast to the otherwise monochromatic dial. Overall, the dial presents a harmonious blend of classic design elements and modern readability.
The stainless steel, 34.5mm, screw-back case houses the automatic, workhorse Omega caliber 565 with pull / push quick date change ( one of omegas best movements in my opinion ) sits in the stainless steel, screw-back case, fully serviced by us and running strongly. The unusual factor is that it has its original ref 1040/518 steel omega brick link bracelet look but it looks equally stunning dressed up too on leather.
Founded by Louis Brandt in 1848, Omega started out as La Generale Watch Co., an unassuming, but international business. It wasn't until 1885, when the company had been taken over by Louis' sons, that the first mass-produced caliber, the Labrador, was released. By 1903, the company had renamed itself Omega and only two years later were they the official timekeepers at many sporting events across Switzerland. Omega stepped onto an international stage in 1932 as the official timekeepers at the Olympic Games in Los Angeles, the first of over 20 Olympic Games. Omega were one of the 12 companies, now known as the Dirty Dozen, commissioned to produce watches for the British Military during the Second World War. One of Omega's most iconic watches, the Seamaster, was introduced in 1948 to celebrate their 100th anniversary. Over 70 years later, it is still one of Omega's best selling watches. Omega made headlines in 1962 when Wally Schirra wore the Speedmaster as part of NASA's first crewed spaceflight programme, making the Speedmaster the first watch to enter space. It was only a few years before the Speedmaster became the official chronograph for the American space missions and was worn by Buzz Aldrin as well as the Apollo 13 crew. Omega are still involved with NASA and have been instrumental in creating vital pieces of equipment for space exploration. Omega's reputation continued to soar in the 1990s with Omega Seamaster worn by Pierce Brosnan as James Bond. As well as post-1995 James Bonds, Omega has been worn by the likes of Elvis Presley, John F. Kennedy, Prince William, Rory McIlroy, Ringo Starr, Michael Phelps, Cindy Crawford and George Clooney.
This watch comes fully serviced by our on-site workshop and with a 12 month, non-waterproof service cover.
What we think
Nothing screams 'classic watch' like a 1960s Omega and we love this 166.041 model. It is a great fit for both men and women, and for first-time buyers or the seasoned collector. It possesses the famous omega 565 plunge change calendar as used in most seamasters and Constellation models. Not to be confused with some of the more entry level geneve models , this pretty thing is quite special.
Spec Stuff
Serial : 3148****
Reference : 166.041
Movement : Automatic Cal 565 Age :1961/1970 Specific Age :1969 Case Size : 34.5mm Case Thickness : 12mm Lug to Lug :42mm Lugs :18mm Condition : Pre-Owned Box & Papers : No Case Material :Stainless Steel Service History : 12-Months NON-Waterproof Warranty
1969 Omega Geneve Automatic Date Model 166.041 in Stainless Steel Cal 565 Brick original Bracelet
