1970’s Omega Geneve Day-Date

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FOH

·Sep 2, 2021

Looking for some help identifying this watch. It was passed down to me from my grandfather when he died about 10 years ago. I think the story is that it was given to him as a retirement gift from his company Bowater. That’s all I really know about it but am interested in any information that can be gathered from these pics. Thanks for any and all help.

 

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perks713

·Sep 2, 2021

Most of the definitive information is found on the inside of the case back. I believe the only way to get to the case back is by removing the crystal, it looks to be a front loader. You'd need a watchmaker to safely pop it open.

I don't know much about the watch unfortunately but it looks nice. Great heirloom, I'd look into having it serviced and I'd wear the hell out of it.

 

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·Sep 2, 2021

Any guidance on a good online source for finding a reliable service provider for this type of watch?

 

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perks713

·Sep 2, 2021

Really depends on where you are. You can search these forums using the search icon in the top right or drop the line below into google and switch new york for your location and you'll probably find some previous threads with recommended watchmakers. If that doesn't work just give you country and general location in this thread and someone will be able to point you in the right direction.

site:https://omegaforums.net watchmaker new york

 

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MTROIS

·Sep 2, 2021

Some would say “it is a redial” 😁…

…but this is obviously a pristine watch!!

Did your grandfather ever wear it!? It is almost like new. 😎

As was said before, this is a great heirloom (I don’t have access to my “Omega, a Journey through time” reference book, so I cannot try to locate the reference) with a most unusual dial. The engraving is just the icing on the cake for you!! 👍

There are a few threads around where watchmaker recommendations were provided, but a general consensus would be to NOT necessarily send it to Omega for service if you want to preserve as many original parts as possible. In which part of the US are you located?

 

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Boojumhunter

·Sep 2, 2021

Hi friend, welcome to the forum...

Dibs!

Which is to say (since you're new here), I get first shot if you ever want to sell it. Which you shouldn't. This is a really nice Omega, in pristine condition, even with the original lizard strap and buckle. It's probably worth getting it serviced if it hasn't been touched for 10 years plus, as the internal lubricants dry out over time. And I agree with Mtrois that an official Omega service sometimes risks things being done that many wouldn't like.

Please keep our community posted as to what you do with it. And again, welcome.

 

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SkunkPrince

·Sep 3, 2021

You'll note the strap says 23/32" so US Collection. OEM is Jacoby Bender. Very nice presentation watch! Very nice to have. Rare, rare, and rare.

Edited: Sep 27, 2021

 

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·Sep 3, 2021

After he retired from corporate life my grandfather took up sculpture and spent most of his time working with heavy stone pieces - so I can’t ever remember him wearing a watch. He may never have worn it.

I live now in the southeast of the US - in the state of South Carolina.

may have missed it but what line of watch is this from Omega? Or is that not possible to pinpoint without seeing inside?

Thanks!

 

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gatorcpa

·Sep 3, 2021·ΩF InvestiGator

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may have missed it but what line of watch is this from Omega? Or is that not possible to pinpoint without seeing inside?

Omega did not have model lines for all watches. By 1980, they were producing dozens of models per year.

You’ll need to bring it to a watchmaker to find out anything more.
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MTROIS

·Sep 3, 2021

Honestly, the watch reminds me a lot of a late 60’s / early 70’s OMEGA Constellation Ref.168.016 with Cal.751 Automatic… although this one is not a certified chronometer (AND I am NOT saying it is part of the constellation line, just saying it looks similar in design).
It is also not chronometer-certified.

 

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philips

·Sep 3, 2021

This is a nice timepiece in excellent condition, with original strap and buckle. I can't make out if the caseback (monocoque?) is steel or gold. Gold may suggest this is a 14kt or 18kt solid gold case. If you think you might want to wear the watch frequently, I would get the movement serviced by a recommended, competent watchmaker, just a movement service, that's the internal workings, nothing else touched to keep it as original as possible. Perhaps put another leather strap on to wear and save the original strap.

 

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·Sep 27, 2021

Update - did some further research online - without opening the case - and I’m fairly sure that it’s a mid to late 70’s Omega Geneve Day-Date 166.0117 with the caliber 1022 movement.