Omega - Genève - No reserve price - 1660117 - Men - 1972

Offered in this auction by Second Vintage A classic and versatile vintage Omega Genève with a practical day-date complication. This 1972 example features an attractive vertically brushed champagne dial and is powered by the reliable Caliber 1022 automatic movement, offering a highly wearable aesthetic for daily enjoyment. Brand: Omega Model: Genève Reference Number: 1660117 Serial Number: 34315634 Movement: Automatic Caliber 1022 Dial: Vertically brushed champagne with applied indices Case Size: 35mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Gold-plated, stainless steel caseback Production Year: 1972 Condition: Good vintage condition. Timegrapher: +3+5s/day, performing remarkably well. Dial and Hands The dial presents an attractive original finish featuring a vertically brushed champagne surface. Applied indices with black inserts provide excellent contrast, complementing the practical English day and date apertures. The dial shows minor spotting near the center. The original stick hands also feature black inserts and display visible oxidation and aging on their metal surfaces, adding to the authentic character of the timepiece. Case and Crystal The gold-plated case with a stainless steel caseback displays honest wear consistent with its age. The smooth gold-plated bezel frames the dial beautifully. Plating wear is visible on the lug edges, and the case exhibits moderate surface scratches throughout. The watch retains its knurled crown, which is signed with the Omega logo. A domed acrylic crystal protects the dial and shows light surface wear. Movement Inside the case beats the Omega Caliber 1022, an automatic mechanical movement equipped with a day-date complication. The movement displays Omega's signature copper-colored finishing and maintains a clean appearance with its rotor present. Engravings including the Omega name, logo, caliber number, and matching serial number are clearly visible. Reading +3+5s/day on the timegrapher. Exhibiting remarkable accuracy and consistency, performing brilliantly for a vintage timepiece. Strap The watch is fitted with a black leather strap featuring contrast stitching. The strap provides a casual character that pairs well with the warm tones of the gold-plated case. Condition Good vintage condition. The gold-plated case and smooth bezel show honest wear, including visible plating wear on the lug edges and moderate surface scratches. The original vertically brushed champagne dial is attractive but exhibits minor spotting near the center. The metal surfaces of the hands show visible oxidation and aging. The domed acrylic crystal has light surface wear. Supported by the recorded timegrapher result, the movement is performing remarkably well. Dimensions The case measures 35mm (excluding the crown). Remarks This Omega Genève offers a highly wearable 1970s design with the everyday utility of a day-date complication. The vertically brushed champagne dial and reliable Caliber 1022 automatic movement make it an excellent choice for a vintage enthusiast. History The Omega Genève reference 1660117 was introduced to the brand's international collection in 1972. The Genève line was produced in large volumes, making it a widely available and popular entry point into vintage Omega collecting. This particular reference is powered by the automatic mechanical Caliber 1022, which features a day-date complication with apertures displaying both the day of the week and the numerical day of the month. 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-GXX-0047

Estimation:€94

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