Description
1963 Omega (Seamaster) Vintage Mens Rare Cal. 560 Watch, Automatic, Date - Stainless Steel Today's offering showcases this rare, classic and pleasing vintage Omega with caliber 560 movement of which only 3,000 examples were made.
These movements were split across nine models, making each in effect a "limited edition." The 560 was a movement made only for the U.S. market to cut down on import tariffs.
It is a ref. 166.002. Omega made this reference with a dial that was not signed Seamaster, like this watch, and with a dial that was signed Seamaster. In design and construction, it is identical to the watch's branded Seamaster just sans the name on the dial.
It has all original parts except its Omega replacement crown.
Its case is in good condition with moderate wear and signs of previous polishing. Its silver dial - with distinctive vintage styled markers and prominent outer seconds track - has warmed to a tropical sepia tone It is original and untouched.
One of our Master Watchmakers has fully serviced the watch which consists of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, reassembling and lubricating the movement, and extensive timing testing and regulation (a $695 value).
It is running extremely strong and true, keeping time essentially on par with a new Omega in our testing recording position.
For the finishing touch, we have installed a brand new leather strap and aftermarket Omega style buckle making it ready for immediate enjoyment.
Included with the purchase is a one-year international warranty on the movement and its function, a custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity, and a new timing certificate.
Note: Published examples of similar watches can be found in Marco Richon's work Omega: A Journey Through Time, 2007, pg. 403.
For further reading on the caliber 560 visit our friend Desmond Guilfoyle's Omega collector's blog .
Your Omega is important to us, and we will take care of it for its lifetime. We provide the best after sale care in the business with an extremely experienced team of four Master Watchmakers all of whom each have over thirty-five years of experience and a large number of parts. One used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealership and was given special training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center.
Manufacturer: Omega
Country of origin: Switzerland
Serial no.: 20,709,661
Year built: c. 1963
Model: Ref. 166.002
Functions: Hours, Minutes, Automatic, Semi-Quick-Setting Date, Sweep Seconds
Designed for: Men
Case material: Stainless steel
Case markings (inside): Omega Watch Co., Acier Inoxydable, Swiss made, 166.002
Case condition: Good condition with moderate wear and signs of previous polishing.
Dimensions: 34mm wide (excluding crown), 40mm long lug tip-to-tip
Dial: Silver, signed Omega, distinctive applied baton indices, outer seconds track, aperture for the date, original and untouched
Hands: Original, steel batons
Movement type: Cal. 560, copper colored, 17 jewels, straight line lever escapement, monometallic balance, shock-absorber, self-compensating flat balance-spring
Jewels: 17 rubies
Beat frequency: 19,800 BPH
Band: Leather, fully stitched, padded, brand new and unworn with an aftermarket Omega style buckle. We also stock a variety of other straps in various prints, skins, and colors. Please ask us if you're interested.
Width between lugs: 18mm
Crystal type: Acrylic, excellent condition
Serviced: One of our Master Watchmakers has fully serviced the watch which consists of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, reassembling and lubricating the movement, and extensive timing testing and regulation (a $695 value).
Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. It is running strong and true keeping time essentially on par with a new Omega in our testing recording position.
Warranty: 1-year international warranty. Please email concierge@cotwatches.com for details. Your watch is important to us, and we will take care of it for its lifetime. We provide the best after sale care in the business with an extremely experienced team of four Master Watchmakers all of whom each have over thirty-five years of experience and a large number of parts. One used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealership and was given special training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center.
Box/Papers: BOX - Connoisseur of Time watch presentation box; PAPERS - Custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity; New timing certificate
Returns: 7 days full refund. 100% satisfaction guarantee
