Omega Wristwatch Seamaster 14735 Vintage 1959 Gold bezel

SPECIFICATION

Reference : Seamaster 14735
Movement : Calibre 520
Age : 1959
Case Size : 34.5mm
Case Thickness : 9mm
Lug to Lug : 40mm
Lugs : 18mm
Condition : used omega watch
Box & Papers : No
Case Material : Stainless steel case, gold bezel
Warranty : 12-Months Warranty

POINTS TO MENTION

• In great pre-owned condition, with some wear from use.
• Case and bezel have some light scratches and marks
  
• Original crystal
• Sunburst dial with cross hair
• Gold capped lugs
  
• Hands have some light marks
• Omega signed crown
• Fully serviced movement
• Paired with an unworn brown leather strap

THE WATCH

The Seamaster line has always been about versatility — a watch built to handle everyday life with elegance rather than extremes. This reference 14735, dating from the early 1960s, carries that idea forward in a stainless steel case with gold bezel and gold capped lugs measuring 34.5 mm across. Its elongated lugs give it extra presence on the wrist while keeping the proportions balanced and wearable.

Inside an Omega watch case, "SC" in a reference number like in this case "14735 1 SC" stands for seconde centrale, a French term for centre seconds movement, indicating that the seconds are displayed on the main dial.

The dial is a soft cream tone, set with applied gold indices for contrast and clarity. Gold Dauphine hands sweep across the surface with sharp precision, The famous omega logo sits proudly at 12 with 'omega' printed just below, at 6 is printed Seamster and a cross hair line goes through the centre of the dial. . Inside beats the manually wound calibre 520, a 17-jewel movement the runs at 19.800 bph from Omega’s highly regarded 500-series, known for both durability and accuracy.

This example remains in very good condition. The case is well preserved, and the case back still shows a crisp impression of the Seamaster Seahorse emblem. The dial hasn't aged, retaining its clean appearance. The hands show some very light natural patina, in keeping with the watch’s age and the original signed Omega crystal is still present and in wonderful condition. 

A BIT OF TRIVIA

The Omega Seamaster was first introduced in 1948, launched to celebrate Omega's 100th anniversary. Drawing on technology developed for military watches during World War II, the early Seamaster models were designed as stylish yet durable timepieces. These watches offered water resistance suitable for daily wear and light aquatic activity, combining elegance with a new level of functionality for the time.

In 1957, Omega released the Seamaster 300, a true professional dive watch. Although rated for 200 meters, it was marketed as a 300-meter diver due to its robust construction. It quickly gained popularity among divers and military professionals and was part of Omega’s legendary "Professional Trilogy," alongside the Speedmaster and Railmaster. This marked a shift from the dressier origins of the Seamaster to a more tool-oriented watch.

During the 1960s and 70s, the Seamaster line expanded significantly. Omega introduced models like the Seamaster De Ville, which leaned toward elegant dress watches, and more experimental designs such as the Seamaster Cosmic with its distinctive cases and dials. The line continued to evolve with features like chronograph functions, automatic movements, and even integrated bracelets, showing off both Omega’s technical capabilities and stylistic innovation.

OUR THOUGHTS

There’s something special about a vintage Omega Seamaster from 1960. It represents an era when Swiss watchmaking was at its peak—refined, reliable, and built to last. The design is understated yet elegant, with proportions that feel timeless on the wrist. What I appreciate most about this piece is how effortlessly it blends versatility with character; it’s just as comfortable in a formal setting as it is for everyday wear. More than just a watch, it’s a snapshot of Omega’s heritage and a reminder of why these early Seamasters remain so desirable to collectors today.