{"product_id":"vintage-omega-geneve-watch-cal-601-manual-197-service-warranty","title":"Vintage Omega Geneve 135.041 watch cal.601 Gold Plate 1969 Service Warranty","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECIFICATION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omega Geneve \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Manually wound Cal 601\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e circa 1969\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCase Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 34mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCase Thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLug to Lug:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLugs:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e used Omega watch\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBox \u0026amp; Papers:\u003c\/strong\u003e No\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCase Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gold plate\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12-Months Warranty\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePOINTS TO MENTION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn good pre-owned condition, with light wear from use\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase has some scratches and marks\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight texture matt black dial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLume in hands has some light patina\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully serviced manually wound movement\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal signed Omega crystal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSigned Omega crown\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaired on an unworn black leather strap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHE WATCH\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe Omega Genève 135.041 is a beautifully balanced piece, featuring a matt black texted dial, where the gold hour markers and gold handset work together to create a clean, cohesive aesthetic. Inside beats the dependable hand-wound Omega calibre 601, running at 19,800 bph with 17 jewels, a movement known for its longevity and charm. Housed in a 34mm gold plate screw-back case, it wears with effortless versatility. We’ve paired it with a black leather strap, but its classic proportions mean it adapts easily to a range of looks, whether dressed up or kept casual.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA BIT OF TRIVIA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe Omega Genève line was introduced in 1952 (some sources cite 1953) to commemorate Omega's success at the Geneva Observatory trials, where their 30mm calibres achieved notable results. The name \"Genève\" was chosen to honour these achievements and the city of Geneva itself. Initially, Genève-branded watches were high-grade, dress-style chronometers, often sharing cases and movements with the Constellation line. By the late 1960s, Omega repositioned the Genève line as an affordable, high-quality dress watch aimed at a broader market. This strategic move was designed to appeal to younger buyers and those seeking stylish yet accessible timepieces. The watches featured manual-wind or automatic calibres, such as the Cal. 601, 613, 552, and 565, and were produced in large quantities. During the 1970s, the Genève line became one of Omega's most popular collections. Notably, the Genève Dynamic sub-line, introduced in 1968, featured bold, ergonomic designs and became a commercial success. By the time Omega ceased production of the Genève line in 1979, these watches comprised more than 60% of Omega's total sales. The Genève line was discontinued in 1979 as Omega restructured its product offerings and focused more on consolidation and quartz technology. By then, the Genève name had transitioned from its association with precision chronometry to a style-focused sub-brand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOUR THOUGHTS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis is vintage Omega at its very best! The Omega Genève remains one of our favourite entry-level gems, and this was is even better in gold plate, offering timeless style, incredible character, and all the charm that makes vintage Omega so desirable. With its distinctive appeal and a hint of rarity, it’s the perfect piece for anyone beginning their vintage watch journey or collectors looking to add something special to an established collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Past2PresentWatches","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62646615212419,"sku":"OG2880WO","price":725.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0783\/2397\/4423\/files\/omega-geneve-135.041-gold-front-_3.jpg?v=1789729217","url":"https:\/\/past2presentwatches.com\/products\/vintage-omega-geneve-watch-cal-601-manual-197-service-warranty","provider":"Past2PresentWatches","version":"1.0","type":"link"}