1965 Omega Seamaster 'Sunburst' Silver dial Steel + Original Omega box - Ref. 136.011
A fine and early Seamaster with a beautiful silver 'Sunburst' dial and it's original box.
WHY IS THIS WATCH SPECIAL
The Omega Seamaster range was created in 1948, this specific 1965 Omega Seamaster 600 houses a caliber 611, a high frequency movement (19,800 vph) with a 48 Hours power reserve.
These are tough manual wind watches.
The caseback doesn't have the seahorse logo yet. The original 'Sunburst' silver dial with applied silver markers is flawless, with its original lume, matching the silver hands lume.
The crown, buckle are both Omega signed with the logo, the overall condition is just stunning.
The watch comes with it's original 1965 Omega red box.
THE STORY
Omega's rich history begins with its founder, 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.
THE DATA
- Maker: Omega
- Model: Seamaster Genève
- Reference: 136.011
- Serial: 223883xx
- Year: 1965
- Material: Stainless steel
- Dimentions (WxHxT): 34x40x10mm
- Caliber: In House Omega 611
- Bracelet/Strap: Black leather with Omega pinbuckle
- Lug width: 18mm
- Box/Papers: Original 1965 Omega box
THE IMPORTANT DETAILS
This watch is in extremely good condition for its age. The case, dial and movement are very well preserved, and the original 'Sunburst' silver dial with silver applied markers is immaculate.
This is a fine classic vintage timepiece, elegant and sporty, with a presence on the wrist, perfect for everyday wear or more formal events.
The watch, just serviced, comes with it's original 1965 Omega box and a one year full guarantee.
