The Seamaster just completed at £520 including postage. That's slightly more than I'd want to pay but it's a classic watch and these are getting scarce now. It's certainly a better deal than that Geneve at £695. Not that there is anything wrong with the later Geneve line, but on the whole "utilitarian" describes them well.
As Jim says above, same 070 case normally seen on Geneves but branded Seamaster as the next rung up the Omega ladder. Earlier too at around 1967-8. Do bear in mind that the original chronometer rating and performance are a little irrelevant after 50 years but it is still offers more than the original watch all things like condition being equal. I would still want it at less than the price of your original suggestion but that may be a better choice long term.
ps it is difficult to tell but the movement photo suggests there may be a little corrosion or at least dirt around the case opening. This could suggest it needs a service and no longer has much water resistance. i have seen a lot worse though and the movement is very clean. This is the elephant in the room with watches like this, the service can cost as much as the purchase price again if there are hidden problems lurking.
M MirageI found another one, but what seems strange to me: it is a chronometer movement (also dial), but the case back has 166.070 engraved.
Is not xx6.xxx supposed to mean calendar instead of chronometer?
Or is this common and normal?
I really appreciate your input guys, I already have Omega SMPc, but I have been dreaming about a nice vintage piece for quite some time
M MirageAnyone has opinion on the originality of this one? Price is 899 USD, negotiable.
