Omega Seamaster, Ref. 166.0216, Cal. 1022, Men’s Automatic Vintage Watch

Vintage Omega Seamaster Dress Vintage Watch from 1972 with automatic Cal. 1022 movement. This refined timepiece features a sunburst silver dial with day-date display and comes fully serviced, ready for sale to collectors of Swiss horology.

Omega Seamaster 1972 — First Impression - 166.0216

The Omega Seamaster Ref. 166.0216 represents the golden age of 1970s Omega design, combining functionality and elegance in a robust stainless-steel case. Its distinctive TV-shape case design and sunburst silver dial with applied black-stripe indices exude period charm. The watch sits comfortably on the wrist thanks to its 35 mm case and integrated bracelet, making it an ideal choice for daily wear. As part of the Seamaster family, this model carries the heritage of Omega’s dedication to precision timekeeping and water resistance, positioning it as a versatile piece within the brand’s lineup.

Omega Seamaster – Silver Sunburst Dial

The dial is a beautifully preserved silver sunburst, radiating light in a way that enhances legibility and elegance. Applied rectangular hour markers with black central stripes give a strong architectural feel typical of 1970s design. The double day-date aperture at 3 o’clock is framed with a polished window, offering practical functionality. The "Seamaster Automatic" text remains crisp and original, confirming the untouched condition of the dial.

Seamaster 166.0216 – Hands

The watch retains its original baton-style hands with black inserts that perfectly complement the hour markers. The central seconds hand is long and precise, extending all the way to the minute track, ensuring excellent readability and symmetry across the dial. Lume plots and lume inserts show a pleasing vintage patina, consistent with the era.

Omega Seamaster 166.0216 – TV-Shape Stainless Steel Case

The 35 mm stainless steel case is executed in a TV-shaped tonneau design with sharp edges and brushed finishing on the top surface. Polished facets provide a subtle contrast, reflecting Omega’s attention to case architecture during the 1970s. The case shows minimal wear and has likely never been overpolished, retaining strong lines and original proportions. The flat crystal is clean and free of major scratches, maintaining full clarity of the dial beneath.

Seamaster 166.0216 – Crown

This example is fitted with the original signed Omega crown, ensuring authenticity. The crown operates smoothly, allowing effortless hand-winding and quickset date adjustments, essential for collectors seeking both originality and functionality.

Omega Seamaster Original Bracelet

The watch is presented on its original integrated stainless-steel bracelet, which enhances the sporty-yet-dressy character of the piece. The bracelet links are tight, with minimal stretch, and the clasp locks securely, providing comfort and confidence for everyday wear.

Caliber 1022 – Automatic Movement

Inside beats the Omega Caliber 1022, a high-beat (28,800 A/h) automatic movement with quickset day and date, hack function, and 23 jewels. This movement was part of Omega’s 1000-series, designed for thinness and precision. Known for its robust performance and ease of service, the Cal. 1022 ensures reliable timekeeping and is fully serviced in this example, offering many years of trouble-free use.

Heritage of the Omega Seamaster in the 1970s

The Seamaster collection in the 1970s evolved to embrace bolder case shapes and integrated bracelets, reflecting contemporary design trends. Models like the 166.0216 brought Omega’s expertise in water resistance and chronometer-level accuracy into a versatile, everyday watch. The integration of day-date functionality made this reference a practical choice for professionals of the era while preserving the classic Seamaster DNA.

Omega Seamaster — Condition, Originality, and Warranty

This example is in excellent used condition with all original components: dial, hands, case, crystal, crown, and bracelet are correct and period-matched. The watch has been fully serviced, is fully operational, and is offered with a 12-month warranty for peace of mind. We ship worldwide and package securely for collectors. For more Omega references, visit our curated Omega vintage watches collection featuring rare 1970s models like this one. You can also explore our full range of vintage timepieces available in our store for more historic mechanical watches.

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