Omega Automatic – Calibre 552 – Ref. 161.009 – 1965 Production – Silver Dial Offered here is a refined and highly collectible Omega Automatic wristwatch, produced in 1965 and powered by the celebrated Omega calibre 552 automatic movement. This reference 161.009 represents the elegant minimalist design language Omega perfected during the mid-1960s: slim case proportions, clean dial architecture, reliable in-house mechanics, and timeless wrist presence. A distinguished vintage Omega from one of the brand’s most respected mechanical eras. ⸻ Brand: Omega Model: Automatic Dress Watch Reference: 161.009 Year of Production: 1965 Movement: Omega Calibre 552 Jewels: 24 Jewels Winding: Automatic Country: Switzerland Case Material: Stainless Steel ⸻ Movement & Technical Details This watch is fitted with the highly respected Omega calibre 552, one of Omega’s finest no-date automatic movements of the 1960s. The calibre 552 belongs to the famous 550-series family, known for reliability, precision, longevity and excellent serviceability. Features of calibre 552 include: • Swiss in-house automatic movement • 24 jewels • Sweep seconds • Shock protected balance • Fine regulation system • Strong collector reputation • One of Omega’s most durable daily-wear vintage calibres Visible movement engravings include: • OMEGA WATCH CO SWISS • TWENTY-FOUR 24 JEWELS • Calibre stamp: 552 • Movement serial: 22594473 (consistent with 1965 production) The watch is reported to keep good time for a vintage mechanical timepiece. ⸻ Case Inside caseback markings visible: • OMEGA WATCH CO • FAB. SUISSE • SWISS MADE • ACIER INOXYDABLE • Reference: 161.009 The case is stainless steel and features classic round mid-century Omega proportions with sharp straight lugs and elegant slim profile. A timeless dress-watch configuration that wears beautifully on the wrist. Case condition is visually very strong for its age, with only minor age-related marks and light wear visible under close inspection. ⸻ Dial • Color: Silver sunburst / brushed silver tone • Signed: OMEGA AUTOMATIC • Applied steel Omega logo • Applied baton hour markers • Clean no-date symmetrical layout • Matching steel baton hands • Sweep central seconds hand As expected from a vintage watch, minimal age-related imperfections, light spotting or small marks may be present under close inspection. ⸻ Crystal Clear overall with light surface wear consistent with age and normal vintage ownership. ⸻ Strap & Buckle • New production strap • New production buckle • Brown textured leather strap currently fitted • Ready to wear immediately ⸻ Dimensions Based on visual reference with ruler: • Approx. case diameter: 34 mm excluding crown • Elegant slim vintage profile ⸻ Condition Considering its age of approximately 60 years, this watch presents in highly impressive overall visual condition. A tasteful and wearable Omega with clean lines, desirable movement and classic everyday elegance. Please inspect all photos carefully, as they form an important part of the description. ⸻ Important Notes • Strap and buckle are modern replacements • Timekeeping is good for a vintage watch, but vintage accuracy standards differ from modern quartz watches • Water resistance is not guaranteed • Vintage watches should be used with appropriate care • Age-related cosmetic wear may exist on case, dial, movement or crystal ⸻ Collector’s Note Reference 161.009 with calibre 552 belongs to the golden era of Omega dress watches, when the brand was producing some of the finest automatic movements in Switzerland. The no-date symmetrical dial layout makes this reference especially elegant and increasingly desirable among collectors who appreciate clean vintage aesthetics. An excellent opportunity to acquire a classic 1965 Omega Automatic powered by one of Omega’s most respected calibres.