Attempting to educate myself on possible first entry into Omega Vintage.

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Jwreed1983

·May 31, 2025

Hello,

I am new to the forum. I recently purchased my first watch, Omega DeVille Tresor Ref. 432.53.40.21.02.001. I am now interested in purchasing a vintage Omega. I found an 1965 Omega Seamaster Ref. 166.037, Cal. 562, and am trying to educate myself. I was hoping I could maybe get some opinions on the watch I am considering buying. Below is the link. I appreciate any thought or suggestions you may have. Thank you for your time.

https://www.reddit.com/r/Watchexchange/comments/1kwn5vd/wts_omega_seamaster_166037_great_condition_only

 

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prokudin

·May 31, 2025

I am not a big expert in De Ville, but the watch looks good to me, I like it. I see no red flags from the posted photos. It is difficult to assess the price, I think it is reasonable. If the buckle is original Omega, it is a plus, I have not much experience with those, it looks modern to me. I am sure other experts will pitch in.

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Passover

·May 31, 2025

Hi, 166.037 is a bit smaller, only 34mm. Is that OK for you?

 

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Dan S

·May 31, 2025

Looks fine to me.

 

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Jwreed1983

·May 31, 2025

Passover

Hi, 166.037 is a bit smaller, only 34mm. Is that OK for you?

That’s a fair point. I know vintage watches are smaller, but is 34mm especially small for a men’s vintage watch?

 

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SOG53

·May 31, 2025

34 average for vintage. 32 small. 36 large. Nice looking watch.

 

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Porteroso

·May 31, 2025

Welcome! Looks nice! I like this style of lugs, and a plain steel Seamaster is a real classic.

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Jwreed1983

·May 31, 2025

SOG53

34 average for vintage. 32 small. 36 large. Nice looking watch.

Thank you for that information. It definitely helps provide some context.

 

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dsio

·May 31, 2025·Ash @ ΩF

That looks like a nice example, Cal 562s are extremely solid and dependable movements that last a long time when properly serviced, its a nice thin case too on that references that fits under a dress shirt cuff very well.