Antiques Atlas 1969 Omega Geneve Automatic Wristwatch 1969 Omega Geneve Wristwatch Blog 1969 OMEGA GENEVE WATCH Omega Enthusiast 1969 Omega Geneve Vintage Mens Cal. 565 Automatic Watch with Quick Set Antiques Atlas 1969 Omega Geneve Automatic With Paperwork. This Watch An all original, stainless steel Omega timepiece with date function and the most spectacular, original, satin, electric blue effect dial. The dial is the first part of a watch which hits us. Coloured dials are now very popular, especially when they are the original factory fitted with correct dials. A beautiful timepiece with a real retro feel to it. Dating from 1969, this watch is in a rare, original condition with a case polish being performed in the workshop when serviced and a light polish to the original signed omega glass VIEW A SHORT PRODUCT VIDEO HERE OF A PREVIOUS GENEVE Omega case reference 166. 070 with the in house Omega calibre 565, this watch has quick date change via the push pull plunge system all encased in a 35 mm solid steel screw back case. It is a classic design with straight chrome hands and batons with the original lume. Notice the usual light "lume burn" around the dots at the markers , Not unusual with these electric satin blue dials for the applied luminous paint to react with this type of dial variation and even adds to the proof of originality. We are personally a big fan of any "original" blue dialed watches . Extra Points Formerly known as the La Generale Watch Co. it was founded by Louis Brandt in La Chaux de Fonds in 1848. In 1903 they renamed the company Omega until 1982 when they officially changed their name to Omega SA. They are part of the Swiss Swatch Group. Louis Brandt, who established the firm in 1848 in La Chax de Fonds. In 1903, the company changed it's name to Omega, becoming the only watch brand in history to have been named after one its own movements. A full fledged manufacturer of highly accurate, affordable and reliable watches, its sterling reputation enabled them to be chosen as the first watch company to time the Olympic Games beginning in 1932. Its continued focus on precision and reliability ultimately led their Speedmaster chronograph to be chosen by the NASA in 1965, the first watch worn on the moon. What we think About as good a vintage high grade, preowned Omega blue dialled piece as you will find. Fully serviced by us in our on site workshop and running strongly. Coming on a plain vintage blue strap with decorative stitches but happy to swap out for a strap of your choice. If you're looking for an affordable, attractive and reliable vintage watch with a splash of colour you'd be pushed to find a better example and a better complete package. A rare dial with patina and character along with the famous omega caliber 565 under the bonnet. Spec Stuff Serial : 3074#### Reference : 166. 070 Movement : Cal 565Age : 1960 69Specific Age : 1969Case Size : 35mm Case Thickness : 12mmLug to Lug : 40mmLugs : 18mmCondition : Pre OwnedBox & Papers : noCase Material : Stainless SteelService History : 12 Months NON Waterproof service cover