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The Baby Anakin 166.078 is confusing me. What’s Original?

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So I absolutely love watches that come in unique materials. Tungsten is one of my favorites. I’ve recently been introduced to the various versions of “Anakin” watches by Omega. The “Baby Anakin” (reference 166.078) is my favorite variant.
So the issue I’m having… I keep seeing dozens of different pictures or listings of this watch from various sellers (including Hodinkee, Christie’s Auction House, etc) with different dials, a different colored seconds hand, and definitely tons of variations to the bracelet; however, all these listings say they have an “original” 166.078. So who’s right?
Was this watch sold with different variations? Did it come as a standard package? …and if it is a standard package - What is the correct or standard configuration? (Please include any parts numbers if known).
 
kaplan
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I don't know of any Omega model that didn't have any variations, most models have an extreme amount of variations of different dials, different hands, even different cases

Best to create a thread before buying a specific watch for feedback on its originality
 
Donn Chambers
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A quick Google search of pictures of the watch show me at least 5 different dial/hand variations that look legit with comparable Omega dials from the era, so I suspect there were a lot of variations of this model, like with many Omega watches of the era. And as for the bracelet variations, most watches in that, era had the bracelet/strap attached at point of sale by the AD based on the buyer’s desire, so there will be a lot more variation there.
 
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You should post photos to illustrate your specific questions. Some variations may be legit, and some may not.
 
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You should post photos to illustrate your specific questions. Some variations may be legit, and some may not.

Listings from Hodinkee, Christie’s, and someone from this forum all with different bracelets, 1 different hand, and the most standard dial variation.
 
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Donn Chambers
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Both those dials/handsets look legit from what I've seen online. First bracelet looks to be a "Holzer" type, which was an option in some countries. Third looks to be an Omega mesh bracelet, which was another common option on thee types of watches. Second bracelet does not look like an Omega one and is likely aftermarket.
 
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Here are my three baby anakins, posted during Covid..

https://omegaforums.net/threads/got-tungsten.110026/

I did some research a long time ago when i got bit by the Tungsten bug and i agree with consensus that this model came in different layouts, one of mine also had a blue hand that I swapped with a metal one just because IMHO i thought it looked better but they're both correct.

Regarding bracelets, i purchased all watches head only and installed a mesh and two bracelets that i believe are 1125 (i don't have them with me atm to doublecheck).. i also think the bracelet in your second picture may be a Omega model 1235/226 i saw it on some other models when doing my research online but never saw one in the flesh.

cheers
 
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Here are my three baby anakins, posted during Covid..

https://omegaforums.net/threads/got-tungsten.110026/

I did some research a long time ago when i got bit by the Tungsten bug and i agree with consensus that this model came in different layouts, one of mine also had a blue hand that I swapped with a metal one just because IMHO i thought it looked better but they're both correct.

Regarding bracelets, i purchased all watches head only and installed a mesh and two bracelets that i believe are 1125 (i don't have them with me atm to doublecheck).. i also think the bracelet in your second picture may be a Omega model 1235/226 i saw it on some other models when doing my research online but never saw one in the flesh.

cheers

Thanks for the comment and for your reference pictures. I see all of your versions have the same dial and markers as the multiple mainstream/media sources I previously mentioned. I have no evidence to support this (nor does anybody have any real evidence to refute this except opinion - did Omega not release catalogs like Seiko, etc?)… But I believe that’s the true form of how this watch was produced. The caliber 565 is a common movement of the time and any compatible dial or 565 movement could be swapped. I think these other dials are frankenwatches.
To help with this theory… If you have a different dial (that isn’t the gray dial with vertical brushed finish) can you post a serial number. I know the watch pictured above (the one with an extract) had a serial number in the 30 millions. I have a baby Anakin documented that’s also in the 30 millions with brushed dial. I have another baby Anakin documented with the “wrong” dial that’s in the 50 millions. Did they make baby Anakin in the 50 million range?
I’m not trying to be jerky… I’m just a scientist. I look for facts and evidence. If you know of any materials released by Omega that document this watch… That would be a great resource. If you personally have a baby Anakin, could you include a picture showing the dial, hands, and bracelet and include the serial number if known would be great. I’m assuming this watch was released for only a year or two (or at least a small window)… and the serial number range would be small.
 
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PocketWatchTime PocketWatchTime
So I absolutely love watches that come in unique materials. Tungsten is one of my favorites. I’ve recently been introduced to the various versions of “Anakin” watches by Omega. The “Baby Anakin” (reference 166.078) is my favorite variant.
So the issue I’m having… I keep seeing dozens of different pictures or listings of this watch from various sellers (including Hodinkee, Christie’s Auction House, etc) with different dials, a different colored seconds hand, and definitely tons of variations to the bracelet; however, all these listings say they have an “original” 166.078. So who’s right?
Was this watch sold with different variations? Did it come as a standard package? …and if it is a standard package - What is the correct or standard configuration? (Please include any parts numbers if known).

I have no idea how to answer your question, but welcome to the Omega Forums Patrick, and good luck with your search.

We’d love to see you in our pocket watch thread, https://omegaforums.net/threads/calling-all-pocket-watch-buffs.127856/
 
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Is this an uncommon variant of the Baby Anakin - Day Date? Having difficulty finding similar examples or maybe I'm just not looking in the right places?

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kaplan
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Radiant minute ticks are original I don’t recall seeing them before, with no info on the model, just from this unique aspect I’d lean towards this being a unique watch

Btw 6th minute tick dropped off or just hidden by a reflection?
 
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Radiant minute ticks are original I don’t recall seeing them before, with no info on the model, just from this unique aspect I’d lean towards this being a unique watch

Btw 6th minute tick dropped off or just hidden by a reflection?
Hidden by dial scratch of which there are many. I have a new crystal which at some point will have installed. Actually came with the original omega leather strap (though one of the two keepers is worn out) and buckle
 
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