Omega - Vintage Automatic Date - Ref. 166.013 – Cal. 560 - Unisex - 1962

From Omega, the apex legend of Swiss watchmaking, this is the Ref. 166.013 manufactured in 1962, featuring one of the most elegant textures of its era: an original Linen dial. Combining a light-catching micro-textured champagne/cream dial surface, black-accented gold baton indices, a gold-framed date aperture, a screw-down stainless steel case, and the rare 17-jewel in-house Omega Caliber 560 (OXG) automatic movement produced in limited quantities, it stands as a distinguished vintage collector's piece.
​Technical Specifications
​Brand / Model / Reference: Omega Automatic Date – Ref. 166.013 (Manufactured in 1962)
​Movement: Powered by an original Swiss-made, 17-jewel (17 Jewels), copper/rose-gilt finished rare in-house Omega Caliber 560 full automatic movement. The bridge clearly displays "OMEGA WATCH Co SWISS - SEVENTEEN 17 JEWELS - UNADJUSTED", the OXG US import stamp, the Cal. 560 caliber marking, and movement serial number 19426119, confirming production in 1962.
​Case Dimensions: Approximately 36 mm including the winding crown (approximately 34 mm excluding the crown / vertical lug-to-lug stance approximately 40 - 41 mm). With its classic round silhouette, domed acrylic crystal, and well-defined lugs, it wears with excellent balance, comfort, and sophistication on the wrist.
​Case & Crown Structure: Solid stainless steel (Acier Inoxydable) case construction. Fitted with an original Omega-signed knurled steel winding crown. Due to age and regular use, hairline scratches and period-appropriate micro-wear true to vintage character are present across the case, lugs, and caseback.
​Caseback: Original stainless steel screw-down caseback. The inner face displays circular perlage decoration, the Omega triangular emblem, "OMEGA WATCH Co - FAB. SUISSE - SWISS MADE", "ACIER INOXYDABLE", and reference hallmark 166.013.
​Dial and Hands: An authentic, unrestored cream/champagne Linen-textured dial. Features the applied gold Omega emblem, "OMEGA AUTOMATIC - SWISS" script, black-striped applied gold baton markers, a framed date window at 3 o'clock, and matching gold hands. The dial is completely original and untouched (never repainted/non-redial), exhibiting natural age spots, speckling, and honest patina across the textured surface.
​Condition & Accessories Details
​Operational Status: The rare 17-jewel in-house Omega Caliber 560 automatic movement,
​Strap & Buckle: Fitted with a brand-new textured tan/brown leather strap that complements the vintage tones of the linen dial, finished with a stainless steel pin buckle. Please note that the strap and buckle are non-original (aftermarket).
​Please Note: Omega's cross-hatched linen dials and the rare Caliber 560 movement remain sought after by vintage collectors. Honest, age-appropriate hairline wear on the case, natural dial patina/spotting, and the aftermarket strap Due to its vintage/antique nature, no water resistance warranty is provided. For cross-border or international shipments, any potential customs duties, taxes, or additional clearance fees are entirely the responsibility of the buyer. Please review all macro photos carefully before finalizing your purchase