1978 Omega Seamaster Automatic Watch 166.0215 Day/Date Cal. 1020 17 Jewels 36mm ALL S.S.

Watch Overview

Offered here is a collectible vintage Omega Seamaster automatic wristwatch, reference 166.0215, dating to 1978 based on the movement serial number.

It is a self-winding watch powered by the original Omega Caliber 1020 automatic movement, featuring 17 jewels, a sweep seconds hand, and a day-date display. This Swiss-made timepiece operates at a frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour, and offers an approximate power reserve of 42 hours.

The watch features a silver dial accented by applied baton hour markers, minute/second track, matching hands, and a day-date window positioned at 3 o’clock.

Housed in a 36mm stainless steel tonneau-style case with a fixed bezel and signed Omega crown. It is fitted with the original stainless steel bracelet, complementing the watch’s design. The case back retains the Omega seahorse emblem, a hallmark of the model.

Fully inspected and authenticated, the watch remains in very good vintage condition consistent with its age and is ready to wear and enjoy.

Product Details

General Specifications

• Brand: Omega
• Type: Wristwatch
• Model: Seamaster
• Reference: 166.0215
• Year / Era: 1978 - Vintage
• Gender: Men's
• Country of Manufacture: Switzerland

Dial & Display

• Display: Analog
• Color: Silver-tone
• Features: Baton hour markers, minute/second track, sweep-seconds hand, day/date indicator

Movement

• Type: Self-winding
• Caliber: Omega 1020
• Jewels: 17
• Movement Functions:
  • Sweep seconds
  • Day/date window
  • Movement SN 41906232
• Power Reserve: Approx. 42 hours
• Frequency: 28,800 vph

Case & Band

• Material: Stainless Steel
• Case Shape: Tonneau/Barrel
• Bezel: Fixed, smooth
• Back: Screw-back
• Crown: Signed
• Band Type: Stainless steel bracelet
• Max Wrist Size: Approx. 6 3/4" (17.2cm)
• Case Back Markings: Omega seahorse emblem - Omega Watch Co. Fab. Suisse Swiss Made Acier Inoxydable 166.0215

Case Measurements (mm)

• Case Size: 36
• Case Diameter w/Crown: 38.2
• Case Lug to Lug: 40.2
• Case Thickness: 12
• Lug Width: -
• Band Width: 21.8

Additional Info

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

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