Omega - Seamaster - No reserve price - 1660216.3 / 3660848.3 - Men - 1972






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This 1972 Omega Seamaster, reference 1660216.3 / 3660848.3, has an automatic Calibre 1012 movement, a 34 mm stainless-steel case and a silver sunburst dial.
Description from the seller
Now available at auction from Second Vintage
This classic vintage Omega Seamaster from 1972 presents a highly attractive configuration centered around an incredibly clean silver sunburst dial. With its crisp applied logo and well-preserved hands, the watch offers an exceptionally sharp face that immediately draws the eye. Powered by the reliable Omega caliber 1012 automatic movement and showing strong mechanical performance, this piece delivers straightforward, handsome vintage appeal.
Brand: Omega
Model: Seamaster
Reference Number: 1660216.3 / 3660848.3
Serial Number: 35405978
Movement: Automatic, Caliber 1012
Dial: Silver sunburst with applied indices
Case Size: 34mm (excluding the crown)
Case Material: Stainless steel
Production Year: 1972
Condition: Excellent vintage condition. Timegrapher: -3-7s/day, performing remarkably well.
Dial and Hands
The dial features a beautiful silver sunburst finish that remains remarkably well-preserved and clean, showing no significant spotting or staining. The applied hour indices and the signature Omega logo are crisp and bright, adding excellent depth to the watch face. All dial text, including the Seamaster script, is sharp and fully legible. The hands display a clean finish with no significant oxidation or corrosion, and the luminous material appears fully intact, perfectly complementing the well-preserved nature of the dial.
Case and Crystal
The stainless steel case carries honest wear consistent with its age, showing light scratches and scuffs throughout the surfaces and some softening of the edges. The caseback also exhibits light wear, maintaining the authentic vintage character of the watch. The domed acrylic crystal shows light surface scratches but is free of any major chips or cracks. The watch is fitted with a signed crown, displaying the Omega logo on its face and showing light wear to the knurling.
Movement
Inside the case beats the automatic Omega caliber 1012. The movement is visually excellent, displaying a clean copper-colored finish across the well-preserved rotor and bridges, with no significant oxidation or corrosion visible. The engravings, including the Omega name, Swiss origin, and the 35405978 serial number, are sharp and clear. The timegrapher records a rate of -3-7s/day. Exhibiting remarkable accuracy and consistency, performing brilliantly for a vintage timepiece.
Strap
The watch is fitted with a black leather strap featuring an alligator pattern. The strap presents a lightly worn character, with light wear and creasing visible along the leather.
Condition
Excellent vintage condition. The stainless steel case presents honest, age-related wear with light scratches and softened edges, while the exceptionally clean dial and hands remain highly attractive and free of significant aging. The domed acrylic crystal and signed crown show expected light wear. Supported by the recorded timegrapher result, the automatic movement is performing very strongly.
Dimensions
The stainless steel case measures 34mm (excluding the crown).
Remarks
This 1972 Omega Seamaster offers excellent visual appeal through its remarkably clean silver sunburst dial and crisp applied indices. The honest stainless steel case provides an authentic vintage wearing experience, while the strong timegrapher results from the caliber 1012 movement ensure the watch is a reliable companion. It is a highly attractive and straightforward classic.
History
The Omega Seamaster line has been a fundamental part of the brand's catalog since its debut in 1948. By the early 1970s, Omega was producing robust, reliable mechanical watches with clean, enduring styling. The caliber 1012 is a well-regarded automatic movement from this era, known among collectors for its practical performance and durable architecture. This 1972 example represents a standard production model of the period, offering a classic design that remains incredibly wearable and appreciated today.
Payment and Shipping
Payment must be completed within 1–3 days after purchase.
Your watch will be professionally and securely packaged, then shipped with tracking and insurance for your peace of mind.
We use fast express shipping, with typical delivery within 1–4 business days, depending on the destination.
Please note that vintage watches may show minor signs of wear, aging, or imperfections, which are considered normal for watches of this age.
We kindly ask you to review all photos carefully before bidding. We photograph each watch from multiple angles to provide the most accurate representation possible, and the photos form an important part of the description.
The timegrapher assessment if provided is seen as an indication of the movement’s condition under fully wound testing conditions. As with all vintage watches, results may vary in daily use.
If you have any concerns regarding functionality or defects after delivery, please contact us within 3 days of receiving the watch so we can assist you.
As with all used watches, water resistance is not guaranteed.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact us after the auction ends.
/ Second Vintage
SKU: OME-SXX-0023
Seller's Story
Now available at auction from Second Vintage
This classic vintage Omega Seamaster from 1972 presents a highly attractive configuration centered around an incredibly clean silver sunburst dial. With its crisp applied logo and well-preserved hands, the watch offers an exceptionally sharp face that immediately draws the eye. Powered by the reliable Omega caliber 1012 automatic movement and showing strong mechanical performance, this piece delivers straightforward, handsome vintage appeal.
Brand: Omega
Model: Seamaster
Reference Number: 1660216.3 / 3660848.3
Serial Number: 35405978
Movement: Automatic, Caliber 1012
Dial: Silver sunburst with applied indices
Case Size: 34mm (excluding the crown)
Case Material: Stainless steel
Production Year: 1972
Condition: Excellent vintage condition. Timegrapher: -3-7s/day, performing remarkably well.
Dial and Hands
The dial features a beautiful silver sunburst finish that remains remarkably well-preserved and clean, showing no significant spotting or staining. The applied hour indices and the signature Omega logo are crisp and bright, adding excellent depth to the watch face. All dial text, including the Seamaster script, is sharp and fully legible. The hands display a clean finish with no significant oxidation or corrosion, and the luminous material appears fully intact, perfectly complementing the well-preserved nature of the dial.
Case and Crystal
The stainless steel case carries honest wear consistent with its age, showing light scratches and scuffs throughout the surfaces and some softening of the edges. The caseback also exhibits light wear, maintaining the authentic vintage character of the watch. The domed acrylic crystal shows light surface scratches but is free of any major chips or cracks. The watch is fitted with a signed crown, displaying the Omega logo on its face and showing light wear to the knurling.
Movement
Inside the case beats the automatic Omega caliber 1012. The movement is visually excellent, displaying a clean copper-colored finish across the well-preserved rotor and bridges, with no significant oxidation or corrosion visible. The engravings, including the Omega name, Swiss origin, and the 35405978 serial number, are sharp and clear. The timegrapher records a rate of -3-7s/day. Exhibiting remarkable accuracy and consistency, performing brilliantly for a vintage timepiece.
Strap
The watch is fitted with a black leather strap featuring an alligator pattern. The strap presents a lightly worn character, with light wear and creasing visible along the leather.
Condition
Excellent vintage condition. The stainless steel case presents honest, age-related wear with light scratches and softened edges, while the exceptionally clean dial and hands remain highly attractive and free of significant aging. The domed acrylic crystal and signed crown show expected light wear. Supported by the recorded timegrapher result, the automatic movement is performing very strongly.
Dimensions
The stainless steel case measures 34mm (excluding the crown).
Remarks
This 1972 Omega Seamaster offers excellent visual appeal through its remarkably clean silver sunburst dial and crisp applied indices. The honest stainless steel case provides an authentic vintage wearing experience, while the strong timegrapher results from the caliber 1012 movement ensure the watch is a reliable companion. It is a highly attractive and straightforward classic.
History
The Omega Seamaster line has been a fundamental part of the brand's catalog since its debut in 1948. By the early 1970s, Omega was producing robust, reliable mechanical watches with clean, enduring styling. The caliber 1012 is a well-regarded automatic movement from this era, known among collectors for its practical performance and durable architecture. This 1972 example represents a standard production model of the period, offering a classic design that remains incredibly wearable and appreciated today.
Payment and Shipping
Payment must be completed within 1–3 days after purchase.
Your watch will be professionally and securely packaged, then shipped with tracking and insurance for your peace of mind.
We use fast express shipping, with typical delivery within 1–4 business days, depending on the destination.
Please note that vintage watches may show minor signs of wear, aging, or imperfections, which are considered normal for watches of this age.
We kindly ask you to review all photos carefully before bidding. We photograph each watch from multiple angles to provide the most accurate representation possible, and the photos form an important part of the description.
The timegrapher assessment if provided is seen as an indication of the movement’s condition under fully wound testing conditions. As with all vintage watches, results may vary in daily use.
If you have any concerns regarding functionality or defects after delivery, please contact us within 3 days of receiving the watch so we can assist you.
As with all used watches, water resistance is not guaranteed.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact us after the auction ends.
/ Second Vintage
SKU: OME-SXX-0023
