Omega seamaster 168.022

Serge666 · Dec 23, 2024

Hello everyone. A few days ago I bought a vintage omega seamaster 168.022 with 564 movement and I have a few questions that I would like to ask you. I would be grateful for any help.

1. I would like to know what dials (other than the original) can fit this case and movement? Unfortunately, my dial is not in very good condition, I am leaning towards replacing it, but at the moment I have not found similar options for sale.
2. The dial is green and very beautiful, but I have not found similar ones on the Internet. Do you think this is a rare version or has it simply changed color over the years due to some processes?
3. Unfortunately, the quick date change does not work, although the mechanism itself works well and accurately. What could be the problem?

Also, if anyone has an original dial for this model for sale, I would be happy to discuss buying it. I would be grateful for any answers to my questions. Thank you!

Dan S · Dec 23, 2024

The color of the dial is the result of damage

X350 XJR · Dec 23, 2024

The problem with the date could be a broken part.

Davidt · Dec 24, 2024

That reference only came with two or three dial types, the sparkle dial you have (I think), the radial silver dial and a starburst silver dial.

Note the case is a dial reference for both chronometer and on chronometer versions. Assuming your dial is original you need a chronometer signed dial to avoid a mismatch between dial and movement.

Unfortunately it’s not going to be an easy task. It’s unusual to find loose dials, more so in good condition and you only have a small number of dials that are correct. Unless this watch has sentimental value, it’s going to be much, much easier to simply sell this one and buy a complete watch with a better dial.

Serge666 · Dec 25, 2024

Davidt
That reference only came with two or three dial types, the sparkle dial you have (I think), the radial silver dial and a starburst silver dial.

Note the case is a dial reference for both chronometer and on chronometer versions. Assuming your dial is original you need a chronometer signed dial to avoid a mismatch between dial and movement.

Unfortunately it’s not going to be an easy task. It’s unusual to find loose dials, more so in good condition and you only have a small number of dials that are correct. Unless this watch has sentimental value, it’s going to be much, much easier to simply sell this one and buy a complete watch with a better dial.

hello. thanks for your reply. regarding selling, i'm not sure it makes sense because their price might be too low. i like this watch, the movement is still very accurate and i would like to try to restore it. but you're right, i haven't found such dials for sale. I'll hope for luck in finding the dial.

Omega seamaster 168.022

Serge666

Dan S

X350 XJR

Davidt

Serge666

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