Omega Seamaster Oversize 9ct ‘Day Date’ 1968 – Sorry Now Sold 24th June 2016.

£2,700

100% Genuine & All Original

Fully Restored, Serviced & Guaranteed

Omega Seamaster 9ct Solid Yellow Gold, 1967

Size 37mm Case, not including the Omega Crown

Screw-back Case with Clearly Defined Seamaster Emblem

High Grade Cal.752 24 Jewel Automatic Movement in Sparkling Condition

A Substantial Watch in Absolutely Top Grade & Simply Wonderful Condition

New Waterproof Crocodile Skin Strap with Gold Plated Omega Buckle

Vintage Gold Watches Lifetime Authenticity Guarantee

Matching Vintage Omega Presentation Box Included

12 Month Warranty Included

Free UK Next Day Delivery

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The service from Vintage Gold Watches was as per usual Fantastic, the watch arrived when expected and was extremely well packaged as usual. The watch was even nicer than the photos and went straight onto my wrist. Another fantastic acquisition for my growing collection. VGW is the first and so f
Andrew S via Feefo 29/1/2024
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I have no hesitation in recommending.
From start to finish the service I have received has been excellent. Kirsty has kept me informed all the way and the level of the finished repair to a very old and worn vintage watch was exemplary.
Bryn H via Google Review 23/2/2024
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Even better in real life
My watch has just arrived and it looks even better in real life! Just wanted to say a massive thank you to John and everyone there for the help you gave me in securing my dream watch. Cannot recommend your company highly enough. Thank you so much. Mike
Mike G via email 29/11/2023
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The watch arrived safely together with all its paperwork and looks lovely both on and off the wrist. It is very beautiful and understated. So a definite “yes” from all of us. Happy Christmas to you all Very best wishes Stephen
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ABOUT THIS WATCH

Description

Here we have a rare Omega Seamaster ‘Oversize’ Day Date in 9ct yellow gold from 1967.  At 37mm, not including the original Omega crown, this is by far the largest Omega Seamaster manufactured until this date. Typical sizes for this watch were 34 and 35mm and occasionally 36mm. This is also a substantial case, similar in fact to the design of a Rolex Day Date but larger!

Dial

The retro style is classic 60’s / 70’s which is very popular and has been for the past few years. The silver dial with gold batons is inlaid with black Onyx. The ‘stick’ hands are similarly inlaid with Onyx. This is the original dial which has been restored to the highest standards. The date at 3 o’clock is advanced by a quickset mechanism activated by pulling the crown past the hand set stage. The watch glass has been replaced with the correct Omega part with the Omega sign in the centre which can just be picked out in certain light.

Movement

The very high grade Cal.752, 24 Jewels movement, is on par with watches of twice the price. The watch is signed Omega Watch Co, Swiss with the serial number 26,994,xxx dating this watch to 1968. This is the same movement as used in the top of the range Omega Constellation of the same period and is very highly regarded, accurate and reliable. Here, the movement is in absolutely sparkling condition and in fact is as good as the day it was made! We have tested the movement following a full service and it is running within +5 seconds / day which is outstanding for any watch of this age. We will be pleased to provide 12 months warranty with this watch but this will only be included if the list price is paid.

Watch Case

As mentioned above, the 9ct solid gold case is very large and substantial at 37mm, not including the original Omega crown. The screw back with Seamaster motif is crisp and unworn, indicating the watch has been used sparingly. The watch case is in immaculate condition with no marks, scratches or dings visible to the naked eye. The 9ct yellow gold of this particular watch has a particularly attractive antique hue which you do not see on a modern gold watch.  This is hard to replicate in the photographs but be assured it looks wonderful in real life! The flat radial bezel is also interesting on this watch and exemplifies the size of the watch. Inside the watch case-back is signed Omega Watch Co with the reference 1665032 along with London UK 9ct hallmarks. This watch case was waterproof when new and all the rubber seals have been replaced. However this has not been tested and we recommend all vintage watches are kept clean and dry at all times.

Strap & Buckle

A modern, high quality, conker, crocodile leather watch strap with gold plated omega buckle. If a different colour or style of strap is preferred we will do our best to provide your choice at no extra charge.

Box and Papers

Although there are no original papers with this watch, the numbers and markings are all correct, dating this watch to 1968. A fully detailed written receipt, our 12 months warranty* and our Vintage Gold Watches ‘Lifetime Authenticity Guarantee’ will be provided on the date of sale. A separate insurance valuation for the replacement value, will be provided and a vintage Omega presentation box will be included in the sale of this watch.

In Conclusion

This is a splendid example of the iconic Omega Seamaster watch in a rarely found 37mm case. The movement is of a very high grade and on a par with watches far more expensive than this. Indeed when this watch was new, it would have cost more or less the same as the equivalent Rolex Day Date. Omega Seamaster watches are highly collectible which along with the reasons above, means the value will continue to rise.

We are happy to accept Paypal as this is the quickest mode of payment. We also welcome payment by bank transfer or cheque and in this case we will be happy to pass on to you a 3% saving in transaction fees. If you wish to pay by credit or debit card we will be pleased to send you a Paypal invoice by email which you can pay with any credit or debit card.

Delivery is free within the UK and we charge only £45 for world-wide delivery via Fedex.

*Note – 12 Month warranty only included if the list price is paid.

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