Omega - Genève Automatic - 166.0173 - Herre - 1974

Representing the refined aesthetic language of 1970s Swiss watchmaking, this Omega Genève Automatic combines understated elegance with Omega’s reliable late-era automatic mechanical engineering. Produced in 1974, the watch reflects the clean architectural lines characteristic of the Genève series while housing Omega’s respected high-beat automatic caliber family.

Case: The gold-plated case offers a highly balanced wrist presence within classic vintage proportions. Featuring integrated lugs, brushed upper surfaces, and well-preserved geometry, the case remains in very attractive overall condition with only minor signs of age-related wear visible under close inspection. The elegant tonneau-inspired case architecture strongly reflects Omega’s mid-1970s design language.

Case Back: Original stainless steel snap-on case back retaining its factory engravings and finishing.

Case Thickness: Approx. 10.5–11 mm

Movement: Automatic with 23 jewels
Caliber: Omega Cal. 1012
Frequency: 28,800 A/h
Power reserve: approx. 40–42 hours
Functions: Central seconds. Date display. Quick-set date. Hacking seconds

Dial: The original vertically brushed champagne-gold dial presents an exceptionally refined and balanced appearance. The combination of black contrast printing, faceted baton indexes, and applied lume plots creates a distinctly elegant 1970s Omega aesthetic. The double index at 12 o’clock further reinforces the symmetrical visual balance of the dial.

The original gilt baton handset retains its black inlay detailing and luminous material. Positioned at 3 o’clock, the black-framed date aperture integrates harmoniously into the overall dial layout while preserving the clean minimalist character of the watch.

Crystal: Plexiglass crystal

Crown: Original Omega signed crown

Strap & Buckle: Brown crocodile-pattern leather strap fitted with a gold-tone/steel buckle

Dimensions:
Case diameter: 38 mm (excluding crown) and 40 mm (including crown)
Lug-to-lug: 44.5 mm
Lug width: 18 mm

Condition: Overall, this watch represents a highly attractive and well-preserved example of 1970s Omega Genève production. The watch retains its original dial, hands, crown, case back, and movement, preserving the authentic character of the period. All components are original except for the strap and buckle.

The movement is running properly and keeping time consistently. Serviced by a skilled watchmaker in May 2026.

Elegant, versatile, and mechanically reliable, this Omega Genève Automatic remains an excellent example of classic everyday Swiss vintage watchmaking.

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• I will securely package this item for maximum protection however I will not accept responsibility for loss or damage in transit.
• Any potential damage refunds will be subject to photographic proof.
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