Vintage Omega Wristwatch Geneve 166.0169 Automatic 1972 Cal 1022

SPECIFICATION

Reference: Omega Geneve 166.0169
Movement: Automatic Calibre 1022
Age: 1972
Case Size: 36mm
Case Thickness: 11mm
Lug to Lug: 44mm
Lugs: 18mm
Condition: used Omega watch
Box & Papers: No
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Warranty: 12-Months Warranty

 POINTS TO MENTION

• In great pre-owned condition, with light wear from use
  
• Case and bezel have some light scratches and marks
• Vertically brushed grey dial
• Replacement crystal
• Fully serviced movement
  
• Signed Omega crown
  
• Paired on an unworn black leather strap

THE WATCH

This Omega Geneve 166.0169 from 1972 is a fine example of their craftsmanship, featuring a date and day function. This high-quality movement sits inside a 36mm brushed stainless steel case with polished bezel, a screw down case back and an Omega signed crown. On top of the movement sits the incredible vertically brushed grey dial which features long stick markers. This gorgeous dial is combined with the index hands which house a beautiful patinaed lume inside.

This watch is powered by the ever-reliable, Omega automatic calibre 1022, (day and date) with a 40-hour power reserve approx, 23 jewels and a beat of 28.800, which incorporates both a hack feature and a quick date-setting function. When the crown is pulled out to the first setting, the date can be moved backwards or forwards by rolling the crown in either direction.

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 1000 series was introduced, 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

These Omega Geneve have always been a great option for a new and seasoned collector or maybe your first step into vintage, they look fantastic and they are from such a great brand! This watch has such a contemporary feel, it wears big on the wrist and has a great presence. Luckily, they also come in many variations so you will find one that you like, we have brought this Omega from the past to the present, ready for you to take it on into the future.