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Vintage Omega Seamaster Chrono‑Quartz 1976 ST 396.0839

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  The Omega Seamaster Chrono-Quartz ref. ST 396.0839 (1976) is one of the most fascinating and technically ambitious watches Omega ever made—a true hybrid of mechanical-style chronograph layout with early quartz innovation.   Basic Specs Reference: ST 396.0839 Year: Introduced 1976 Movement: Omega Caliber 1611 (Chrono-Quartz) Case Size: ~38–40mm (tonneau/barrel-shaped) Case Material: Stainless steel Crystal: Mineral glass Water Resistance: Originally ~120m (Seamaster-rated)   Movement – Caliber 1611 This is what makes the watch special. Developed with Lemania (Omega’s sister company) Hybrid quartz chronograph Separate gear trains : Analog timekeeping (quartz-regulated) Mechanical-style chronograph module Frequency: 32 kHz quartz oscillator Chronograph resolution: 1/100th of a second Display: Analog time (center hands) Digital LCD for chronograph (top window) Battery-powered , but far more complex than standard q...

Vintage Omega Seamster DeVille 14k Gold GF Automatic Mens Watch 1975

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  Model: Omega Seamaster De Ville Year: 1975 Case size: 42mm (very large for a vintage De Ville; likely a “C-case” or modern-style dress/Seamaster hybrid) Case material: 14K gold-filled (not solid 18K) Movement: Automatic (likely a cal. 1020 or 1030 series, common mid-70s Omega automatics) Reference: KM6326 This watch straddles vintage dress and modern oversized style for the time. 1970s Omegas were experimenting with bolder cases and integrated bracelets, especially in the Seamaster and De Ville lines.  Movement Most 1970s Seamaster De Ville automatics in 14K GF cases use Omega in-house calibers: Cal. 1020/1030: 28,800 bph, automatic, date complication Reliable, robust movements Servicing is straightforward today If you can open the caseback, the movement serial number will precisely date it and confirm caliber.

Omega Seamaster “Big Blue” 176.004 (1970–1972) Watch

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  Omega Seamaster “Big Blue” Reference: 176.004 Production: ~1970–1972 Nickname: Big Blue Category: Professional dive chronograph Core Specs Case: Stainless steel monobloc (front-loading) Diameter: ~46 mm Thickness: ~15.5 mm Water resistance: 120 m (original rating) Crystal: Mineral (originally) Movement: Omega Caliber 1040 Automatic chronograph Column wheel 22 jewels 28,800 bph Functions: Chronograph (12-hour totalizer) Central chronograph minutes Date at 3 Running seconds at 9 This was Omega’s first automatic chronograph movement , developed with Lemania (the same brain trust behind Speedmasters). Why It’s Called “Big Blue” Massive 46 mm case — absolutely enormous for the early ’70s Striking blue dial and blue anodized aluminum bezel Bold white hands and orange chronograph accents One of the loudest, most unapologetic dive chronographs ever made It wears huge , but in a very intentional, tool-wa...

Omega Seamaster Regatta 37th America’s Cup

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  Omega Seamaster Regatta 37th America’s Cup Movement: Omega caliber 5701 | Quartz (thermo‑compensated) | Jewels: 9 | Inertial sensor unit, brightness sensor | Hours, minutes, seconds, 24 hour / GMT, 3 alarms, chronograph, regatta timing, perpetual calendar, moon phase, battery end of life indication, sailing logbook, temperature gauge, accelerometer | Battery life: 30 months Case and dial: 46.75 mm | Grade 5 titanium | Thickness: 15.6 mm | Sapphire crystal with anti-reflective treatment on both sides | Polished blue ceramic bidirectional rotating bezel with white luminescent minute scale | Grey LCD display dial with blue accents and white minute track | Skeleton hour and minute hands with super-luminova | Blue central seconds hand with super-luminova | Screw-down crown | Screwed titanium case back with engravings | Water resistance: 5 ATM / 5 bar / 50 meters / 165 feet

Rare Omega Seamaster 300 “Big Triangle” Watch

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Omega Seamaster 300 “Big Triangle” (Ref. 165.024, late 1960s) Why it’s rare: Issued to British Royal Navy divers ; easily recognizable by its large luminous triangle at 12 o’clock. Collectibility: Genuine military-issued pieces with “0552” and “W10” case engravings can reach $20,000–$50,000 .  

Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra - James Bond

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  Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra (Ref. 231.10.39.21.03.003) – Skyfall (2012) – Seen during Bond’s scenes in London. The Watch Model: Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra Reference: 231.10.39.21.03.003 Case Size: 38.5mm Movement: Omega Co-Axial Calibre 8500 (automatic) Dial: Teak-pattern blue dial, inspired by wooden decks of luxury sailboats Bracelet: Stainless steel Crystal: Domed, scratch-resistant sapphire Water Resistance: 150m In Skyfall Scenes: Bond wears the Aqua Terra in the London-based sequences, including M’s office and the inquiry hearing — these are the quieter, more formal parts of the film. Styling: Perfectly complements Bond’s tailored suits. The watch is subtle and sophisticated — a deliberate contrast to the more “tool watch” look of the Seamaster Planet Ocean he wears during the action scenes in Turkey and Macau. Symbolism: The Aqua Terra reflects Bond’s more refined, grounded side — appropriate for a film where he’s reflecting...

Modern Omega Seamaster Bullhead Chronograph Limited Editions

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  Modern Omega Seamaster Bullhead Chronograph Limited Editions  Omega Seamaster Bullhead Chronograph – Overview Nickname: “Bullhead” because of its unusual case shape — pushers are at 12 o’clock and the crown is at 12 (sometimes also a crown at 6), resembling a bull’s head. First Release: 1969 (Reference 146.011), originally marketed for rally drivers. Purpose: Optimized for timing laps/rallies; top-mounted pushers made it easier to use with hands on a steering wheel. Movement: Early versions used Caliber 930, a manually wound chronograph movement. Modern Limited Editions Omega reissued the Bullhead several times in modern form, always as limited editions: 1. Seamaster Bullhead Co-Axial Chronograph (2013) Reference: 225.12.43.50.04.001 (white dial) and other variants. Movement: Co-Axial Caliber 3113 automatic chronograph. Case: 43mm, stainless steel, internal rotating bezel. Dial Options: White dial with black subdials (panda-style). Black ...

Vintage Rare Omega Seamaster 300 “Big Triangle” Watch

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 Vintage Rare  Omega Seamaster 300 “Big Triangle” (Ref. 165.024, 1960s) A professional dive watch used by military units. The “Big Triangle” at 12 o’clock makes it distinctive and collectible. Military-issued versions are especially sought after.

Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean Chronograph Mens Watch Orange Bezel

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  Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean Chronograph Mens Watch 232.32.46.51.01.001

Rare Vintage Omega Seamaster Montreal Albatros

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 Rare Vintage Omega Seamaster Montreal Albatros analog Digital

Vintage Omega Seamaster, Constellation Watch Pictures

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