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1973 Omega Seamaster Cosmic 2000 + Box - Stainless steel - Ref. 166.137
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A fine and sporty Omega Seamaster with integrated steel bracelet
WHY IS THIS WATCH SPECIAL
One of the thrills of being a collector is finding something, not for its patina or its special markings, but remarkable because you've just never seen it before.
This particular watch, coming with it's original box, is in exceptionnal original condition and the steel bracelet can fit up to a 21 Cm wrist.
The original lume from the dial and the bezel still, after 51 yers, glow brightly in the dark.
Minted in 1972, the Cosmic 2000 series was hallmarked by two innovative watchmaking gestures. The first was the use of a system of large gaskets that ensured a water-tightness to 60 meters, a feature that many of the non-diving Seamaster watches lacked. The second was the unusual case design; the cosmic employed an inner 'container' which held the movement and mineral crystal which was then fitted into a synthetic sleeve which married with the top-case portion. This modular case design proved apt at keeping the movement safe from grit and moisture, even at depth.
The Cosmic 2000 features a large 38,5mm diameter case, the 'Big crown' excuded, that gives a classical and sporty presence on the wrist.
Omega spared no expense and filled their unique case with a Calibre 1010 Date automatic movement with quickset functions, offering the wearer all the utility one could ask for from a daily use.
THE STORY
The first Omega Seamaster was modeled after the waterproof wristwatches made for and worn by the British military during World War II. What distinguished the Seamaster from its diving watch predecessors was its O-ring gasket which improved its water-resistance. Previously water-resistant watches relied on lead or shellac gaskets which were easily affected by temperature changes like those a diver would experience at various depths. Omega turned to the submarines used during WWII for inspiration and included a resilient rubber gasket in the Seamaster’s final design. This new case remained intact at depths up to 60 meters and temperature ranges between -40 degrees and 50 degrees Celsius.
Omega engineers was so confident of the Seamaster’s durability, they attached one to the outside of an aircraft and flew it over the North Pole in 1956.
The Seamaster was a watch for customers who wanted something for town, sea and country and took inspiration from the watches Omega produced for the British military in World War II. These 'watch wristlet waterproof' or w.w.w watches were more utilitarian in design than the first Seamasters but the basic elements remained the same: Solid case construction, legible dials and a world class movement inside. The tradition of Seamaster dress watches continued throughout the 1940s all the way to present day.
The Omega Seamaster received a major boon when it was selected as the James Bond watch. Although James Bond’s author Ian Flemming included a Rolex watch in his novel and even wore a Rolex himself, Omega pushed Rolex out of the film as the costume designer noted Omega was more historically relevant to the British Royal Navy and, in turn, the James Bond character. Therefore, Pierce Brosnan’s James Bond wore an Omega Quartz Seamaster Professional 300 in the film Golden Eye in 1995. For the next three Bond films, Brosnan sported the Omega Seamaster Automatic Chronometer in Tomorrow Never Dies (1997), The World is Not Enough (1999) and Die Another Day (2002).
When actor Daniel Craig was cast as the next James Bond for 2006's Casino Royale, he wore an Omega Seamaster. Craig donned a Seamaster again for Quantum of Solace (2008) and a Seamaster for Skyfall (2012). In celebration of the 24th Bond film, Spectre (2015), and a 20 year-long partnership with the Bond franchise, Omega released the special edition Seamaster Spectre which harkened back to the original Bond Seamaster.
THE DATA
Maker: Omega
Model: Seamaster Cosmic 2000
Reference: 166.137
Year: 1973
Material: Stainless steel
Dimentions (WxHxT): 38,5x44x11mm
Caliber: Omega, self-winding, caliber 1010
Bracelet/Strap: Stainless steel Omega
Lug width: N/A
Box/Papers: Original 1973 Omega box
THE IMPORTANT DETAILS
This watch is in a rare condition for its age. The case and bracelet are very well preserved and unpolished with all it's angles still sharp.
The original black dial looks perfect and, same as the rotating bezel, still glow brightly in the dark.
This is a fine classic vintage timepiece, elegant and sporty, with a virile presence on the wrist, perfect for everyday wear.
The watch, guaranteed for 1 year, comes with its very clean original 1973 Omega box.
WHY IS THIS WATCH SPECIAL
One of the thrills of being a collector is finding something, not for its patina or its special markings, but remarkable because you've just never seen it before.
This particular watch, coming with it's original box, is in exceptionnal original condition and the steel bracelet can fit up to a 21 Cm wrist.
The original lume from the dial and the bezel still, after 51 yers, glow brightly in the dark.
Minted in 1972, the Cosmic 2000 series was hallmarked by two innovative watchmaking gestures. The first was the use of a system of large gaskets that ensured a water-tightness to 60 meters, a feature that many of the non-diving Seamaster watches lacked. The second was the unusual case design; the cosmic employed an inner 'container' which held the movement and mineral crystal which was then fitted into a synthetic sleeve which married with the top-case portion. This modular case design proved apt at keeping the movement safe from grit and moisture, even at depth.
The Cosmic 2000 features a large 38,5mm diameter case, the 'Big crown' excuded, that gives a classical and sporty presence on the wrist.
Omega spared no expense and filled their unique case with a Calibre 1010 Date automatic movement with quickset functions, offering the wearer all the utility one could ask for from a daily use.
THE STORY
The first Omega Seamaster was modeled after the waterproof wristwatches made for and worn by the British military during World War II. What distinguished the Seamaster from its diving watch predecessors was its O-ring gasket which improved its water-resistance. Previously water-resistant watches relied on lead or shellac gaskets which were easily affected by temperature changes like those a diver would experience at various depths. Omega turned to the submarines used during WWII for inspiration and included a resilient rubber gasket in the Seamaster’s final design. This new case remained intact at depths up to 60 meters and temperature ranges between -40 degrees and 50 degrees Celsius.
Omega engineers was so confident of the Seamaster’s durability, they attached one to the outside of an aircraft and flew it over the North Pole in 1956.
The Seamaster was a watch for customers who wanted something for town, sea and country and took inspiration from the watches Omega produced for the British military in World War II. These 'watch wristlet waterproof' or w.w.w watches were more utilitarian in design than the first Seamasters but the basic elements remained the same: Solid case construction, legible dials and a world class movement inside. The tradition of Seamaster dress watches continued throughout the 1940s all the way to present day.
The Omega Seamaster received a major boon when it was selected as the James Bond watch. Although James Bond’s author Ian Flemming included a Rolex watch in his novel and even wore a Rolex himself, Omega pushed Rolex out of the film as the costume designer noted Omega was more historically relevant to the British Royal Navy and, in turn, the James Bond character. Therefore, Pierce Brosnan’s James Bond wore an Omega Quartz Seamaster Professional 300 in the film Golden Eye in 1995. For the next three Bond films, Brosnan sported the Omega Seamaster Automatic Chronometer in Tomorrow Never Dies (1997), The World is Not Enough (1999) and Die Another Day (2002).
When actor Daniel Craig was cast as the next James Bond for 2006's Casino Royale, he wore an Omega Seamaster. Craig donned a Seamaster again for Quantum of Solace (2008) and a Seamaster for Skyfall (2012). In celebration of the 24th Bond film, Spectre (2015), and a 20 year-long partnership with the Bond franchise, Omega released the special edition Seamaster Spectre which harkened back to the original Bond Seamaster.
THE DATA
Maker: Omega
Model: Seamaster Cosmic 2000
Reference: 166.137
Year: 1973
Material: Stainless steel
Dimentions (WxHxT): 38,5x44x11mm
Caliber: Omega, self-winding, caliber 1010
Bracelet/Strap: Stainless steel Omega
Lug width: N/A
Box/Papers: Original 1973 Omega box
THE IMPORTANT DETAILS
This watch is in a rare condition for its age. The case and bracelet are very well preserved and unpolished with all it's angles still sharp.
The original black dial looks perfect and, same as the rotating bezel, still glow brightly in the dark.
This is a fine classic vintage timepiece, elegant and sporty, with a virile presence on the wrist, perfect for everyday wear.
The watch, guaranteed for 1 year, comes with its very clean original 1973 Omega box.
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