Omega watch Seamaster Cosmic 2000 Jumbo 166.128 Gold Capped Spider Dial 1972

SPECIFICATION

Reference : Seamaster Cosmic 2000 166.128
Movement : Calibre 1012
Age : circa 1972
Case Size : 38mm
Case Thickness : 11mm
Lug to Lug : 45mm
Lugs : 20mm
Condition : used Omega watch
Box & Papers : No
Case Material : Gold capped
Warranty : 12-Months Warranty

POINTS OF MENTION

• In great pre-owned condition, with some wear from use
  
• Case and bezel have light scratches and marks
• Omega signed crown
• Fully serviced movement
  
• Beautiful spider dial
• Paired with its original signed Omega gold plated bracelet that will fit a 7 3/4 approx.

 A BIT OF TRIVIA

Founded by Louis Brandt in 1848, Omega started out as La Generale Watch Co., an unassuming, but international business. It wasn't until 1885, when the company had been taken over by Louis' sons, that the first mass-produced caliber, the Labrador, was released. By 1903, the company had renamed itself Omega and only two years later were they the official timekeepers at many sporting events across Switzerland. Omega stepped onto an international stage in 1932 as the official timekeepers at the Olympic Games in Los Angeles, the first of over 20 Olympic Games. Omega were one of the 12 companies, now known as the Dirty Dozen, commissioned to produce watches for the British Military during the Second World War. One of Omega's most iconic watches, the Seamaster, was introduced in 1948 to celebrate their 100th anniversary. Over 70 years later, it is still one of Omega's best selling watches. Omega made headlines in 1962 when Wally Schirra wore the Speedmaster as part of NASA's first crewed spaceflight programme, making the Speedmaster the first watch to enter space. It was only a few years before the Speedmaster became the official chronograph for the American space missions and was worn by Buzz Aldrin as well as the Apollo 13 crew. Omega are still involved with NASA and have been instrumental in creating vital pieces of equipment for space exploration. Omega's reputation continued to soar in the 1990s with Omega Seamaster worn by Pierce Brosnan as James Bond. As well as post-1995 James Bonds, Omega has been worn by the likes of Elvis Presley, John F. Kennedy, Prince William, Rory McIlroy, Ringo Starr, Michael Phelps, Cindy Crawford and George Clooney. 

THE WATCH

The Seamaster Cosmic was introduced in 1967, jumping on the hype for space travel and everything space-related. The continued relationship with NASA only strengthened Omega’s position, as the preferred manufacturer. It generated new life into the Seamaster range. The production run was for less than a decade. 

This Omega Seamaster Cosmic model 166.128 is from circa 1972. The gold capped case has the unique 'Cosmic 2000' waterproof design, where the outer bezel frame and movement are housed in inner sealed tub. The 38mm size forms a great presence on the wrist, which in part is due to the nicely rounded bezel, but also due to the generous size for a watch of this era.  Inside is the automatic caliber 1012, fully serviced and running strongly. This watch still has its original gold plated signed omega bracelet.

The graduated dial has applied baton markers with lume pips and index, gold hour, minute and central seconds hands, which contrast nicely to the dial, making for an easy read.  At 3 o'clock is the date window and the dial is signed 'Omega, Automatic,' with the famous Omega logo at 12 and 'Seamaster, Cosmic, 2000' at 6.  This watch has such a contemporary feel to it, especially given it's larger size, that we absolutely love.

THE 'SPIDER DIAL'

Spider dials are a fascinating phenomenon in the world of vintage watches. These unique dials, characterized by a network of fine cracks resembling a spider web, have captivated collectors and enthusiasts for decades. Spider dials typically occur in watches manufactured during specific periods, often the 1970s and 1980s. The primary cause of these distinctive cracks is the degradation of the lacquer used to coat the dial. Over time, this lacquer can become brittle and crack due to factors such as temperature fluctuation, humidity and UV radiation. 

Spider dials offer a distinctive and often visually striking appearance. The intricate web of cracks creates a sense of history and character. Due to the specific conditions required for their formation, spider dial watches are relatively uncommon. This scarcity enhances their desirability among collectors. These dials serve as a testament to the passage of time and the watch's history. They offer a tangible connection to the past.

OUR THOUGHTS

The Seamaster Cosmic 2000 is such a fantastic vintage option in the Omega world, and a great every day wear at 38mm. One of my personal favourites from Omega, it has a lovely presence on the wrist and oozes class, this particular model has a spider dial which are a captivating aspect of the vintage watch world Their unique appearance, historical significance, and rarity make them highly sought after by collectors. If you're drawn to the beauty and charm of these distinctive timepieces, consider adding a spider dial watch to your collection. We are lucky enough to have two variants of the spider dial in store, they wont hang around for long.