Posting here in the hope that of that 1 in a million who may have crossed paths with this tool, may be selling it, or have any idea where to purchase this Omega tool, which is used to open the caseback off the SM 166.042 Compressor.

 

Nothing on O. Frei or Cousins.... Member Archer has also very thankfully checked the Omega Extranet Tools Page and found that this tool is not available anymore there either!

I am hoping to maybe find it with a collector of 166.042's or a vintage watchmaking hobbyist, and am also trying to find a way to communicate with anyone in Japan as I know this watch was very popular there, and I might run into someone who owns one.

 

Hi unique requirement .... Will also look for one , I have One 166.042 in mint condition same one as mentioned in the ad. Lovely watch to wear.

 

Yes, its a great watch to wear, and very unique

Here's the forum entry about mine:

http://omegaforums.net/threads/seamaster-compressor-166-042-finally-home.3037/#post-39066

I believe I actually referred to your post on watchprosite.com about it, if I'm not mistaken

 

Just bringing this to the top of the list in case anyone has come by this tool or any new members have any leads.

Thnx