jakediamond
·Hi Everyone! I am looking to buy my first vintage Omega and have spent some time scouring eBay/Chrono24. I have been looking for a model that has a larger case (35mm+) and I am looking at these two watches (for now). I've used the advice on these forums (which has been very helpful!) but wanted to get some of your expert opinions to ensure I don't make any big mistakes with my first vintage purchase.
The first watch I'm considering is this 1968 Seamaster 166.010 with a cal.565 movement. The listing states that the dial and hands are original and in excellent condition. The watch has obviously been polished but that is not a huge issue for me.
![Screenshot 2024-05-25 at 11.19.04 PM.png Screenshot 2024-05-25 at 11.19.04 PM.png](https://omegaforums.net/data/attachments/1788/1788787-44c2e85fa59fd94e80cfa606abbb7829.jpg?hash=RMLoX6Wf2U)
The second watch I'm considering is a 1967 Seamaster 168.022 with a cal.564 movement. Seller says all parts are original and they don't believe the watch has ever been polished. I am a big fan of the sparkle dial but the price is higher than I am looking to spend.
![254.3_1969_OMEGA_Seamaster_Chronometer_Ref._168.022_13__71624.jpg 254.3_1969_OMEGA_Seamaster_Chronometer_Ref._168.022_13__71624.jpg](https://omegaforums.net/data/attachments/1788/1788771-494a92638822e99d9099105a9756a150.jpg?hash=SUqSY4gi6Z)
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Many thanks in advance for any helpful advice!
The first watch I'm considering is this 1968 Seamaster 166.010 with a cal.565 movement. The listing states that the dial and hands are original and in excellent condition. The watch has obviously been polished but that is not a huge issue for me.
![Screenshot 2024-05-25 at 11.16.30 PM.png Screenshot 2024-05-25 at 11.16.30 PM.png](https://omegaforums.net/data/attachments/1788/1788775-3e8f6cad6782485a479cc45ee0b153b8.jpg?hash=Po9srWeCSF)
![Screenshot 2024-05-25 at 11.16.41 PM.png Screenshot 2024-05-25 at 11.16.41 PM.png](https://omegaforums.net/data/attachments/1788/1788776-1d90c8d7b7c8c8aa4097029fe5b513dd.jpg?hash=HZDI17fIyK)
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The second watch I'm considering is a 1967 Seamaster 168.022 with a cal.564 movement. Seller says all parts are original and they don't believe the watch has ever been polished. I am a big fan of the sparkle dial but the price is higher than I am looking to spend.
![254.3_1969_OMEGA_Seamaster_Chronometer_Ref._168.022_3__69645.jpg 254.3_1969_OMEGA_Seamaster_Chronometer_Ref._168.022_3__69645.jpg](https://omegaforums.net/data/attachments/1788/1788763-c50117d56d357499351bbc95fbd4e31b.jpg?hash=xQEX1W01dJ)
![254.3_1969_OMEGA_Seamaster_Chronometer_Ref._168.022_5__19228.jpg 254.3_1969_OMEGA_Seamaster_Chronometer_Ref._168.022_5__19228.jpg](https://omegaforums.net/data/attachments/1788/1788764-9bf6a4975bf506462a7221c1481be289.jpg?hash=m_akl1v1Bk)
![254.3_1969_OMEGA_Seamaster_Chronometer_Ref._168.022_8__09363.jpg 254.3_1969_OMEGA_Seamaster_Chronometer_Ref._168.022_8__09363.jpg](https://omegaforums.net/data/attachments/1788/1788765-3c42fd4369372c3bab36a24a9b33b19c.jpg?hash=PEL9Q2k3LD)
![254.3_1969_OMEGA_Seamaster_Chronometer_Ref._168.022_9__59546.jpg 254.3_1969_OMEGA_Seamaster_Chronometer_Ref._168.022_9__59546.jpg](https://omegaforums.net/data/attachments/1788/1788766-e59d56a0cdf454e70b2d807f2ece60c0.jpg?hash=5Z1WoM30VO)
![254.3_1969_OMEGA_Seamaster_Chronometer_Ref._168.022_1__85037.jpg 254.3_1969_OMEGA_Seamaster_Chronometer_Ref._168.022_1__85037.jpg](https://omegaforums.net/data/attachments/1788/1788767-fcaf18c76c4f8fb7b69ebd65b3a10e28.jpg?hash=_K8Yx2xPj7)
![254.3_1969_OMEGA_Seamaster_Chronometer_Ref._168.022_7__93144.jpg 254.3_1969_OMEGA_Seamaster_Chronometer_Ref._168.022_7__93144.jpg](https://omegaforums.net/data/attachments/1788/1788768-45231e53a43ab8cc6cc4a7cf923ca40b.jpg?hash=RSMeU6Q6uM)
![254.3_1969_OMEGA_Seamaster_Chronometer_Ref._168.022_11__47880.jpg 254.3_1969_OMEGA_Seamaster_Chronometer_Ref._168.022_11__47880.jpg](https://omegaforums.net/data/attachments/1788/1788769-867876178bdcb616f9de3d24b44f15ed.jpg?hash=hnh2F4vcth)
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Many thanks in advance for any helpful advice!