Japanese Domestic Market Only model Geneve "Shibui" with original mesh bracelet. In the 1960s, Omega produced a wide gamut of Geneve models spanning from dress watches, to funky pieces that look like UFOs, to Chronostop models, to divers with turnable bezels. One common thread among them is that while the big names like Seamaster, Constellation, DeVille, and even lesser ones like Globemaster live on today, the Geneve model name died off and was never used again. As a result of this, Geneves are among the most overlooked Omegas on the market. In fairness to collectors, there are some commonly seen Geneve references that don't deserve much of a second look. Their best feature is often their cheapness, and the references with less desirable movements and austere designs can be best skipped. There are some true hidden gems however in the Geneve line, and the Japanese market reference 166.721 is definitely one of them. In a model line that can leave collectors strugging to see what they have going for them, this Japanese Geneve is the polar opposite, a watch with everything going for it, with relative scarcity being its only drawback. At a distance, there really is an understated elegance to it. At 37.5mm it is large for a vintage watch but still smaller than the popular sports watches. The bezel and case serve only to draw attention to the dial within, and that dial, with its minimal text and subtle elegance hides within it a wealth of detail. I remember the first time I held one of these in a restaurant and how impressed I was with it in the metal. I kept rotating the watch as if panning for gold under the dim downlights, watching the light and shadows dance on the polished, cheese wedge shaped hour markers as the brushed dial changed tone and texture in the background. It was a watch that was both a treat and a nightmare to photograph, with a wealth of expression in every angle but requiring a more deft hand than I to extract it. There is only one valid movement for the 166.721 Geneve and that is the venerable Omega Calibre 565 automatic movement. This is excellent news, as the Calibre 565 is the final iteration of Omega's best series of vintage automatic movements. It has a 50 hour power reserve, an efficient full rotor automatic winding system, and a quickset mechanism operated by pushing and pulling the crown. These movements are highly accurate and dependable as long as properly serviced by a quality watchmaker. The case is quite substantial, especially for the era in which it was produced at 37.5mm wide, although the height is still a very reasonable 11.8mm thanks to the low profile Cal 565 movement. The shape is vaguely similar in some ways to the C-Case Constellation but with a lot more futuristic style, size, and mass behind it. The case is a screw-back design that seems to do a quite good job in terms of water resistance. The lug width of this Geneve is 18mm, and while you can see them fitted with straps here and there, the vast majority of watches come with a Omega bracelet which really set the watch apart and look spectacular. (max 20cm wrists size) The watch is all in original condition. Never been polished or restored. Original blue dial. There is no omega mark on the glass but this is normal on these models. The glass is original. The watch is working regularly. Water resistancy : not recommended. because it is a vintage watch from 1960 →the watch has simple maintenance, cleaned and lubricated. it works regularly. But if you want perfect accuracy and perfect working order, i recommend an overhaul. Pictures were done in macro lens, so that defaults are exaggerated compare to the truth… The watch looks better in real than on photos , please use photos as part of the description. No box or papers Fast Express Shipping World-wide Please also check my other #supercoolwatches