{"product_id":"1972-omega-rare-navy-blue-barcode-dial-automatic-day-date-in-stainless-steel-model-166-0117","title":"1972 Omega Rare navy Blue 'Barcode Dial' Automatic Day\/Date in Stainless Steel Model 166.0117","description":"\u003ch3\u003eThis Watch\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe have here an impressive Omega Day\/Date, model 166.0117, from 1972 with the most fantastically Rare and different dial variations. I guess the most accurate description of the pattern and design would be 'barcode' dial, as if a novice were told that name it would definitely make sense.  These dials are noteworthy by their lack of a model name on the dial, just an intriguing pattern and the Omega logo as with many other members of the \"International Collection\" produced by the brand during this time period.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDespite the simple cases which are almost identical to the later Geneve refs these barcode dials are quite elegant and detailed.  There is applied metal dial furniture in a color matching the case, with contrasting painted tops to aid visibility.  The brushed metal texture and variety of colors gives a distinctly up-market feel as does the way the layered decoration continues beneath the hour markers. The dial catches the light and changes almost from plan to that Barcode texture . The dial outer circular band also reminds us of a vinyl record. An added delight is the condition of the dial, all original and stunning.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e White Sword hour, minute and  chrome central seconds hands sit at the centre of the dial and offer a nice contrast for an easy read.  At 12 o'clock, the dial is signed 'Omega, Automatic' with the famous Omega logo. At 3 o'clock is the day\/date window.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Straight lug 35x42mm, long lugs ,  polished stainless steel, screw-back case has a simple feel with the lugs connecting seamlessly to the bezel steel bezel, drawing your eye to that stunning dial.  Inside is the automatic Omega caliber famous 1022 quick change fully serviced by us and running strongly.  We've paired the watch on a fetching ribbed blue leather with white stitch detailing ,but it looks great on anything.  Despite being 50+ years old, this watch comes in super fine condition something that is quite rare for a watch of this age!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"1972 Omega Genève Automatic Day\/Date in Stainless Steel Model 166.0169 with Original Omega Buckle, Box and Papers\" href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/c47JRo7YIJc\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVIEW A SHORT PRODUCT VIDEO HERE SOON\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExtra Points\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pointsofmention\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eFounded 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis watch comes fully serviced by our on-site workshop and with a 12 month, non-waterproof service cover.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"personalnote\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat we think\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is another 1970s-defined watch and we just can't get enough of it!  It has the versatility of being both a dress watch and an everyday piece, with a tried and tested Omega caliber within.  Perfect for both men and women, first-time buyers and seasoned collectors. Not a common dial variation at all and a great conversation piece. Yet another omega which will pass through us on its journey to the next lucky owner. It could be you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"specification\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpec Stuff\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSerial : 3426####\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReference : \u003c\/strong\u003e166.0117\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement : \u003c\/strong\u003eCal. 1022\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge :\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1971\/1980\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecific Age :\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1972\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCase Size : \u003c\/strong\u003e35mm\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCase Thickness : \u003c\/strong\u003e12mm\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLug to Lug :\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e42mm\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLugs : \u003c\/strong\u003e18mm\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition :\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Pre-Owned\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBox \u0026amp; Papers :\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e No\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCase Material :\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eStainless Steel\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eService History :\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 12-Months NON-Waterproof Warranty\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Omega","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58612415988086,"sku":"AWCOM6542","price":2000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/6187\/6838\/files\/image-barcodedial.png?v=1788601496","url":"https:\/\/antiquewatchuk.co.uk\/products\/1972-omega-rare-navy-blue-barcode-dial-automatic-day-date-in-stainless-steel-model-166-0117","provider":"Antique Watch Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}