1967/68 Omega Geneve Watch in Solid 9ct Gold English Case Model 131/25016 Buckle + Box

Product Code: AWCOM9791

Availability:Out of stock

This Watch

We have here a very stylish and simple Omega gold dress watch box set.  The solid 9ct gold, solid 2 piece 12mm thick case is an English case and is fully hallmarked.  At 33.5mm, it is the perfect dress watch.  The unusually simple champagne restored dial and round shape shouts 1960s minimalism along with a nod to the 1950s with pointed hand and mixed Arabic numerals. Again typical designs of the 1960s.  Inside is the mechanical manual wind Omega caliber 601, fully serviced by us and running strongly.  We've paired the watch on a simple black Crocodile grain strap and its original omega buckle but for summer vibes it looks great on anything.

A subtle bronze effect on the dial adds another level of attraction to this fun and interesting watch! We are stating the dial as previously restored and a fantastic job it is .Raised numerals and stick batons, along with gilt, sword hour and minute hands, provide a sense of symmetry that is a must-have on a dress watch.  The dial is signed simply 'Omega' with the famous Omega logo at 12 o'clock  and Geneve at 6pm .This is exactly the type of clean and crisp design you want from 60s Omega Dress watch.


Extra Points 

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. 

This watch comes fully serviced by our on-site workshop and with a 12 month, non-waterproof service cover.

What we think

A Classic omega piece and the slim design makes it the perfect dress watch for him or her.  Sleek and sophisticated - this watch can be dressed up or down.  Solid 9ct gold and a crisp elegance that you can only find on 1960s watches - this watch is a must have for every collection! At 33.5mm it would suit all wrists. Perfect 1967 0r 1968 Birth year watch.

Spec Stuff

Serial : 2665****
Reference : 131/25016
Movement :  Cal 601
Age : 1961/1970
Specific Age : 1968 Serial - 1967 HM
Case Size : 33.5mm
Case Thickness : 12mm
Lug to Lug :
 38mm
Lugs :
  18mm
Condition :
 Pre-Owned
Box & Papers :
Omega Box
Case Material :
 9ct Gold Fully Hallmarked London 'm' (1967)
Service History :
 12-Months NON-Waterproof service cover 

1967/68 Omega Geneve Watch in Solid 9ct Gold English Case Model 131/25016 Buckle + Box