Omega Geneve, Ref. 136.0104, Cal. 1030, Men’s Manual Wind Vintage Watch, 1974

Vintage Omega Geneve Dress Vintage Watch from 1974 featuring the hand-wound Caliber 1030 movement. This refined men’s timepiece offers a silver sunburst dial with applied baton markers and a classic stainless-steel case, fully serviced and ready for sale.

Omega Geneve 1974 — First impression - 136.0104

The Omega Geneve Ref. 136.0104 is a superb example of 1970s Swiss watchmaking, presenting a minimalist design in a robust stainless-steel case. Measuring 35 mm in diameter with a slender profile, it sits elegantly on the wrist, making it ideal for formal and daily wear. Its silver sunburst dial provides a timeless backdrop to the applied indices and date window at 3 o’clock, offering excellent legibility. Fully serviced and preserving all original components, this mechanical watch represents a perfect balance of style, functionality, and horological heritage.

Omega Geneve - Silver Sunburst Dial

The dial of this Geneve is characterized by its radial sunburst finish that reflects light beautifully under different angles. Applied baton hour markers with dark inlays add contrast, while a discreet minute track ensures precision time reading. The framed date aperture at 3 o’clock integrates seamlessly into the dial layout, enhancing practicality without disrupting the symmetry.

Geneve 136.0104 - Hands

This reference features faceted baton hour and minute hands with dark inlays, complemented by a central sweeping seconds hand. The combination ensures excellent legibility even in varying light conditions, with luminous material applied to the hands and dial dots for nighttime visibility.

Omega Geneve 136.0104 - Brushed Stainless-Steel Case

The case showcases a polished bezel paired with brushed lugs and mid-case, emphasizing Omega’s refined finishing techniques. Its 42 mm lug-to-lug length ensures a comfortable fit on most wrists. The snap-on caseback protects the movement while maintaining a thin silhouette suitable for dress occasions.

Geneve 136.0104 - Crown

The signed Omega crown at 3 o’clock offers a smooth manual winding experience and easy time-setting functionality, staying true to the original design.

Omega Geneve Leather Strap

This example is paired with a green leather strap featuring light green contrast stitching, complementing the silver dial with a modern touch. The strap is aftermarket, allowing easy replacement to match personal style preferences.

Omega Caliber 1030 Manual Winding Movement

Inside beats the Omega Caliber 1030, a robust manual-winding movement operating at 28,800 vph (4 Hz) and offering a quickset date function. Produced during the 1970s, this movement is celebrated for its reliability and ease of service, making it a practical choice for daily wearers and collectors seeking a durable vintage mechanical watch.

Heritage of the Omega Geneve in the 1970s

The Geneve line in the 1970s marked Omega’s push toward accessible yet high-quality timepieces that combined technical precision with elegant aesthetics. The Ref. 136.0104 represents this philosophy, delivering a versatile wristwatch with a restrained design language that has aged gracefully. This piece exemplifies the period’s move toward thinner cases and more refined dials, appealing to collectors who value the understated elegance of vintage Omega watches.

Omega Geneve — 12-Month Warranty, Worldwide Shipping

This Omega Geneve has been fully serviced, is in perfect working order, and retains all its original components, including the signed crown and crystal with Omega logo. It comes with a 12-month warranty and is available for worldwide shipping. For enthusiasts of Omega vintage watches with classic manual-wind calibers, this is a compelling opportunity. You can also explore our full range of 1970s vintage timepieces for more exceptional examples.