Description
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The Omega Seamaster 120m ref. 166088 from 1970 is a quintessential vintage dive watch — capable, elegant and powered by the renowned Omega Calibre 1002. At 120 metres water resistance, it bridges the gap between a dress watch and a serious diver, wearing equally well with a wetsuit or a shirt. This is the Seamaster that defined Omega’s approach to sport watches for an entire decade.
Specifications
Brand
Omega
Reference
166088
Year
1970
Material
Stainless Steel
Caliber
Omega Cal. 1002 Automatic
1970
Seamaster golden era
120 m
Water resistance
Cal. 1002
Proven automatic
The Seamaster that went everywhere and did everything.
Condition:
This 1970 Seamaster 166088 carries the honest character of a well-preserved vintage Omega dive watch. The stainless steel case retains its proportions well, the unidirectional bezel rotates cleanly, and the dial presents the warm patina that collectors of vintage Omega prize so highly.
The Heart:
The Omega Calibre 1002 is a robust and reliable automatic movement that powered many of Omega’s finest watches of the late 1960s and 1970s. Known for its longevity and ease of servicing, it continues to perform with precision when properly maintained by a qualified watchmaker.
Guarantee:
As a 1970 vintage Omega, this watch requires inspection and servicing by a specialist in vintage Omega movements. The 120m water resistance rating should not be relied upon without professional pressure testing and fresh gaskets.
Authenticity:
The ref. 166088 is identified by its 120m water resistance rating, unidirectional rotating bezel, vintage Seamaster dial layout and Cal. 1002 movement — all hallmarks of Omega’s most dependable and wearable sport watches from the early 1970s.
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The Seamaster at Its Most Wearable
What vintage Omega Seamaster offers professional dive credentials with the elegance of a classic dress watch?
The Seamaster 166088 sits in the sweet spot of vintage Omega collecting. The 120m water resistance gives it genuine sport credentials, while the case size and Cal. 1002 movement keep it practical and elegant for everyday wear. It is the Seamaster that needs no occasion — and the one that suits every one.
From the ocean floor to the dinner table.
The Omega Seamaster 166088 is the watch that refuses to be pigeon-holed. Its vintage patina, honest sport credentials and reliable automatic movement make it one of the most versatile and wearable vintage Omegas on the market — a companion for life.
