1970 Omega Seamaster Chronograph Watch 145.029 Cal. 861 Wristwatch ALL S.S.

Watch Overview

This is a vintage Omega Seamaster Chronograph wristwatch, reference 145.029 and dated from 1970. It is a manual-wind watch powered by an original Omega Watch Co. mechanical movement, caliber 861 with 17 jewels and small-seconds. It features a central chronograph seconds-hand, a 30-minute counter, and a 12-hour totalizer. It operates at 21,600 vibrations per hour with an approximate 40-hour power reserve. Swiss made.

It has a very nice blue dial with hour markers, luminous dots, a minute track, a tachymeter scale and complement with white/orange matching hands. The Sub-dials are positioned at 12 and 9 and 3 o’clock, creating a balanced and legible display.

Cased in a 38.4mm tonneau stainless steel case. It features a polished/brushed finish and paired with an Omega stainless steel bracelet. This Omega Seamaster wristwatch presents well with signs of honest aging. This timepiece is fully inspected and authenticated. Running and wearable.

Product Details

General Specifications

• Brand: Omega
• Type: Wristwatch
• Model: Seamaster
• Reference: 145.029
• Year / Era: 1970 - Vintage
• Gender: Men's
• Country of Manufacture: Switzerland

Dial & Display

• Display: Analog
• Color: Blue
• Features: Baton hour markers, white minute track, matching white/orange hands and tachymetre scale.

Movement

• Type: Mechanical
• Caliber: Omega 861
• Jewels: 17
• Some Features:
  • Manual-winding
  • Small-second hand
  • Chronograph complication
  • 30-minute counter
  • 12-hour counter
• Power Reserve: 40-hours
• Frequency: 21,600vph

Case & Band

• Material: Stainless Steel
• Case Shape: Tonneau
• Bezel: Fixed. Smooth
• Back: Screw-back
• Crown: Signed
• Band Type: Omega stainless steel bracelet. It will fit to a wrist up to 7 1/4" (18.4cm)
• Case Back Markings: Omega seahorse emblem. Omega Watch Co. Fab. Suisse Swiss Made Acier Inoxydable 145.029

Case Measurements (mm)

• Case Size: 38.4
• Case Diameter w/Crown: 41.3
• Case Lug to Lug: 41.6
• Case Thickness: 13
• Lug Width: 22.4
• Band Width: 21.7

Additional Info

• Box & Papers: NO
• Condition: The watch is in good condition, some signs of wear consistent with use and aged, a solid case, beautiful dial and stainless steel bracelet.
• Extras: Fully inspected and authenticated by our in-house watchmaker, confirming that it runs accurately. It is ready to wear and enjoy.

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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