Vintage Omega Wristwatch Geneve 136.0098 cal.613 Manual 1972 Gold plate

SPECIFICATION

Reference: Omega Geneve 136.0098
Movement: Calibre 613
Age: circa 1972
Case Size: 35mm
Case Thickness: 10mm
Lug to Lug: 41.5mm
Lug width: 18mm
Condition: used Omega watch
Box & Papers: No
Case Material: Gold plate
Warranty: 12-Months Warranty

POINTS TO MENTION

• In fantastic pre-owned condition, with light wear from use
  
• Gold plate case has some light scratches and marks
• Gold sunburst dial
• Fully serviced manually wound movement
  
• Signed Omega crown has some light wear
  
• Replacement crystal
• Paired on an unworn brown leather strap

THE WATCH

We’re pleased to offer a stunning gold-plated Omega Genève Date, reference 136.0098. Its radiant gold sunburst dial is complemented by hour indices and hands featuring black inlay, giving the watch an added sense of depth and contrast. The hands also include lume at the tips. Powering this piece is the dependable manual-winding Omega calibre 613, beating at 19,800 BPH with 17 jewels. The movement is housed in a classic 35mm gold-plated round case with a screw-back design. We’ve paired it with a brown leather strap for a timeless look, though its versatile style allows it to be dressed up or down with a range of straps to suit any occasion.

A BIT OF TRIVIA

The 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.

OUR THOUGHTS

This is about as good as it gets when it comes to vintage, preowned Omega! The Omega Geneve is one of our favourite entry-level gems—full of charm, style, and serious vintage vibes. With tons of character and just the right amount of rarity, it’s a total score whether you’re just getting into the vintage game or adding to an already serious collection.