Omega - Genève Chronometer F300Hz - reference 198.031 - Men - 1972
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Omega Genève Chronometer F300Hz, reference 198.031, a 1972 gold‑plated case quartz watch with a burgundy dial, 38 mm case, leather band, in very good condition with minor wear, featuring day and date complications and original crown, crystal, and case back, shipped insured.
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Stunning Omega Genève Chronometer F300Hz, reference 198.031.
This model is rare in this configuration, featuring a gold-plated case and burgundy dial.
This Omega is entirely original, apart from the strap. It retains its original signed crown, original Omega crystal signed in the centre, and original case back...
The burgundy dial is in great condition, with darker shades around the outer edges. The raised gold-plated hour markers look particularly striking and pair beautifully with the original gold-plated hands.
The day and date complications are both fully functional. The day disc is slightly yellowed. The date disc is slightly whiter.
The gold-plated case presents very well, with a few light hairline marks from carefully wearing and storage over the years,
The tuning-fork movement is in great shape, superclean and nicely keeping time within vintage tolerances
The watch comes on an older croco leather strap. Nicely supple and thin.
A few words about this model:
The Omega Genève Chronometer F300Hz 198.031 is an iconic watch from the 1970s, illustrating Omega's innovative response to the quartz crisis. Equipped with the Omega 1260 electronic tuning-fork calibre, based on the ESA 9164 movement, it operates at a frequency of 300 Hz, offering remarkable accuracy and the characteristic smooth sweep of the seconds hand found in tuning-fork watches.
This model is highly sought after by collectors for its retro design and innovative movement. It represents a pivotal period in watchmaking, when traditional mechanical watchmaking met the emergence of electronic technology.
In a nutshell:
Movement type: Tuning fork
Calibre: Omega 1260 Diapason (based on ESA 9164)
Water resistance: Not water resistant
Dimensions: 38mm x 42mm excluding crown
Year: 1972
Reference: Genève Chronometer F300Hz - 198.031
Overall condition: Good condition
Watch will be send registered and insured
Stunning Omega Genève Chronometer F300Hz, reference 198.031.
This model is rare in this configuration, featuring a gold-plated case and burgundy dial.
This Omega is entirely original, apart from the strap. It retains its original signed crown, original Omega crystal signed in the centre, and original case back...
The burgundy dial is in great condition, with darker shades around the outer edges. The raised gold-plated hour markers look particularly striking and pair beautifully with the original gold-plated hands.
The day and date complications are both fully functional. The day disc is slightly yellowed. The date disc is slightly whiter.
The gold-plated case presents very well, with a few light hairline marks from carefully wearing and storage over the years,
The tuning-fork movement is in great shape, superclean and nicely keeping time within vintage tolerances
The watch comes on an older croco leather strap. Nicely supple and thin.
A few words about this model:
The Omega Genève Chronometer F300Hz 198.031 is an iconic watch from the 1970s, illustrating Omega's innovative response to the quartz crisis. Equipped with the Omega 1260 electronic tuning-fork calibre, based on the ESA 9164 movement, it operates at a frequency of 300 Hz, offering remarkable accuracy and the characteristic smooth sweep of the seconds hand found in tuning-fork watches.
This model is highly sought after by collectors for its retro design and innovative movement. It represents a pivotal period in watchmaking, when traditional mechanical watchmaking met the emergence of electronic technology.
In a nutshell:
Movement type: Tuning fork
Calibre: Omega 1260 Diapason (based on ESA 9164)
Water resistance: Not water resistant
Dimensions: 38mm x 42mm excluding crown
Year: 1972
Reference: Genève Chronometer F300Hz - 198.031
Overall condition: Good condition
Watch will be send registered and insured
Details
Brand
Omega
Gender
Men
Model
Genève Chronometer F300Hz
Band material
Leather
Reference number
reference 198.031
Band length
Regular (180–200 mm)
Shipped insured
Yes
Repainted dial
No
Period
1970-1979
Movement
Quartz
Case material
Gold-plated
Original box included
No
Original papers included
No
Case diameter
38 mm
Original warranty included
No
Condition
Very good - minor signs of wear
Year
1972
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