Omega - Seamaster Baby Flightmaster Automatic - Ref. 166.090 – Cal. 1002 - Men - 1970-1979

From Omega, the apex legend of Swiss luxury watchmaking, this is an iconic 1970s Seamaster Automatic "Helmet / Pilot Jumbo" (Ref. 166.090), embodying the bold and futuristic aesthetic of the Space Age era. Built with an exceptionally thick 40-micron gold-plated helmet case, featuring a professionally refinished two-tone emerald green dial with a contrasting white outer minute track, the crisp high-relief Seamaster Hippocampus (Seahorse) medallion on the screw-down caseback, and powered by the high-beat in-house Omega Caliber 1002 automatic movement with quickset date functionality, it delivers an assertive and collectible retro wrist presence.
​Technical Specifications
​Brand / Model / Reference: Omega Seamaster Automatic "Helmet / Pilot Case Jumbo" – Ref. 166.090 (Vintage 1970s)
​Movement: Powered by an authentic Swiss-made, copper/rose-gilt finished in-house Omega Caliber 1002 automatic movement with central sweep-seconds and quickset date function. The rotor and bridge clearly display the Omega emblem, "OMEGA WATCH Co SWISS", and the Cal. 1002 hallmark. A framed date window is situated at 3 o'clock.
​Case Dimensions & Profile: Approximately 39 mm including the winding crown (approximately 38 mm excluding the crown / vertical lug-to-lug stance approximately 40–41 mm). Its hooded lugs, sloped front plane, and aerodynamic helmet geometry give it a broad, balanced, and commanding presence on the wrist. The ergonomic curved profile can be inspected in the side photographs.
​Case & Crown Structure: The upper case features heavy 40-micron yellow gold plating (Carrure-Lunette Plaque Or G 40 Microns) paired with a solid stainless steel screw-down back. Fitted with an authentic knurled gold-toned winding crown embossed with the Omega logo. Due to age and regular use, honest vintage hairline scratches and period-appropriate surface micro-wear are present across the gold-plated surfaces, bevels, bezel, and caseback.
​Caseback: Original solid stainless steel screw-back caseback with key notches. The exterior center displays the iconic high-relief Seamaster Seahorse (Hippocampus) and "SEAMASTER" crest. The interior face features circular brushing, "FAB. SUISSE - SWISS MADE", "CARRURE-LUNETTE PLAQUE OR G 40 MICRONS", "FOND ACIER INOXYDABLE", the Omega triangular hallmark, and reference stamp 166.090.
​Dial and Hands: An emerald green dial that has been professionally repainted/refinished (redial) in a two-tone design. The deep green center is framed by an outer white/cream minute track with black hash marks. It features an applied gold Omega logo, "OMEGA AUTOMATIC", cursive "Seamaster", "- SWISS MADE -" script at 6 o'clock, gold baton hour indices, and matching gold dress hands.
​Condition & Accessories Details
​Operational Status: The in-house Omega Caliber 1002 automatic movement,
​Strap & Buckle: Fitted with a brand-new dark green embossed leather strap that complements the emerald green dial, finished with a gold-toned pin buckle. Please note that the strap and buckle are non-original (aftermarket).
​Please Note: 1970s Helmet-case Omega Seamaster references with heavy 40-micron gold plating and unibody Space Age architecture hold a unique place in vintage horology. Honest age-appropriate hairline wear on the case, the professionally refinished dial (repainted/redial), and the aftermarket strap . Due to its vintage 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 examine all macro photographs thoroughly prior to purchasing.