Omega Seamaster Automatic Date Ref. 166.002 – Gold Plated Case with Silver Dial

We are delighted to present this vintage Omega Seamaster, reference 166.002, a classic mid-1960s automatic timepiece that exemplifies the understated elegance and reliability of the Seamaster line. Produced around 1965 and powered by the celebrated Omega caliber 562, this watch combines timeless design with enduring Swiss craftsmanship.

Historical Significance & Design

The Seamaster series has long represented Omega’s versatile approach to watchmaking, blending durability with refined style. This particular example, with its 34mm gold-plated case, sits comfortably on the wrist and reflects the elegant proportions of the 1960s. Its clean silver dial, complemented by a date complication at three o’clock, showcases Omega’s focus on legibility and functional sophistication.

Unlike sportier Seamasters, this model is tailored more toward the dress watch segment, yet it retains the robust engineering that made the Seamaster line a mainstay of Omega’s catalog. With its slim, balanced case and classic aesthetic, it remains an excellent everyday vintage watch that transitions seamlessly from casual to formal wear.

Condition & Features

Dial: Original silver dial, remarkably well-preserved with crisp printing and no major blemishes—an honest vintage presentation.

Case: Gold-plated 34mm case, well-proportioned and retaining its classic mid-century Seamaster character.

Crown: Signed Omega crown, correct to the reference and in excellent condition.

Crystal: Omega-signed plexiglass, a charming and period-appropriate detail.

Movement: Omega automatic caliber 562, recently serviced, running reliably. Serial number 22765639 places production circa 1965.

Strap: Fitted with a brand-new, hand-made Belgian leather strap, offering both comfort and refined style.

Technical Details

• Reference: 166.002

• Movement: Omega caliber 562, automatic with date function, recently serviced

• Serial number: 22765639 (production circa 1965)

• Case: Gold-plated, 34mm diameter

• Dial: Original silver, excellent condition

• Crown: Omega signed

• Crystal: Omega-signed plexiglass

• Strap: Hand-made Belgian leather strap

Why Collect This Watch?

This Omega Seamaster Automatic Date Ref. 166.002 is a quintessential example of Omega’s mid-1960s design—elegant, versatile, and mechanically robust. With its honest vintage condition, original dial, and recently serviced caliber 562, it offers both reliability and authenticity.

At 34mm, it embodies the restrained elegance of its era while remaining a comfortable and stylish choice today. Its signed details—the crown, plexiglass, and the period-correct automatic movement—add further to its collectability.

For collectors seeking a reliable, historically significant Omega from the golden age of Swiss watchmaking, this Seamaster delivers enduring value and everyday wearability.