1959 Omega Seamaster Watch 14722 Cal. 520 17 Jewels 33mm S.S. Swiss Made Wristwatch

Watch Overview

Offered here today is an excellent timepiece: A vintage Omega Seamaster mechanical wristwatch, reference 14722 and dated from 1959 based on the serial number.

It is a manual-winding watch, powered by the original Omega Watch Co. mechanical movement caliber Omega 520, featuring 17 jewels with sweep-second hand. This Swiss-made timepiece beats at a high frequency of 19,800 vibrations per hour.

Still has the original silver-tone dial featuring silver baton hour markers and matching silver-tone hands.

Cased in a 33.2mm round stainless steel case with classic lugs design. Original signed crown. It comes on a brown leather strap. Fully inspected and authenticated, it remains in very good vintage condition consistent with age and use. It is ready to wear and enjoy.

Product Details

General Specifications

• Brand: Omega
• Type: Wristwatch
• Reference: 14722
• Model: Seamaster
• Year / Era: 1959 - Vintage
• Gender: Men's
• Country of Manufacture: Switzerland

Dial & Display

• Display: Analog
• Color: Silver-tone
• Features: Baton hour markers. Sweep-second

Movement

• Type: Self-winding
• Caliber: Omega 520
• Jewels: 17
• Movement Functions:
  • Sweep seconds
• Frequency: 19,800 vph

Case & Band

• Material: Stainless steel
• Case Shape: Round
• Bezel: Fixed. Smooth
• Crystal: Acrylic
• Back: Screw-in
• Crown: Original Push-pull
• Band Type: Black leather two-piece strap
• Case Back Markings: Omega Watch Co. - Fab. Suisse Swiss Made - Acier Inoxidable - 14722 1 SC - Seahorse logo

Case Measurements (mm)

• Case Size: 33.2
• Case Diameter w/Crown: 35.5
• Case Lug to Lug: 40
• Case Thickness: 9.2
• Lug Width: 18
• Band Width: 18

Additional Info

• Box & Papers: NO
• Condition: The watch is in good condition, some signs of wear consistent with use and aged, a solid case, bezel and dial.
• Extras: This timepiece has been fully inspected and authenticated by our in-house watchmaker, confirming that it runs accurately.

History & Legacy of Omega

Omega is a Swiss luxury watchmaker known for producing high-quality and prestigious timepieces. The company was founded in 1848 by Louis Brandt in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland; Louis Brandt started as a watchmaker, and he produced key-wound pocket watches. Originally, it was called "Louis Brandt et Frère" and they primarily produced pocket watches and it was until 1903 that the company officially adopted the name "Omega."

Throughout its history, Omega has continued to innovate and produce high-quality timepieces. Today, it remains one of the most prestigious and respected Swiss watchmakers, offering a diverse range of collections that cater to various lifestyles and tastes. Today, Omega continues to be a prominent and highly regarded Swiss luxury watch brand.

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