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Omega Genève Megaquartz 32 KHz Day-Date Ref. 196.0030

Partially verified

This circa 1973 Omega Genève Megaquartz 32 KHz Day-Date (reference 196.0030) is a vintage electronic wristwatch housed in a barrel-shaped stainless steel case with an integrated stainless steel link bracelet. The watch features a radially brushed silver sunburst dial with applied baton hour markers, dark hands with luminous inserts, a day-date window at 3 o'clock, and a red Omega emblem at 12 o'clock. The dealer reports that power is provided by the Omega Calibre 1310 quartz movement with eight jewels. The case measures 39 mm in width by 44 mm in lug-to-lug length, with recessed pushers positioned on the right flank flanking the signed crown.

Three-quarter perspective view of the Omega Genève Megaquartz 32 KHz Day-Date showing case, dial, and bracelet
Three-quarter perspective view of the Omega Genève Megaquartz 32 KHz Day-Date showing case, dial, and bracelet — Vintage Watch Specialist. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
vintagewatchspecialist.com
Category
Wristwatch · Quartz wristwatch
Maker / attribution
Omega
Reference
196.0030
Catalogue / lot identifier
vws4405cs
Source-reported date
c.1973
Country
Switzerland

Source-reported attribution and specifications are not independent authentication. A listing does not establish present ownership, current display, availability or permission to reproduce.

Object description

Case and Bracelet

The watch features a stainless steel case measuring approximately 39 mm in width and 44 mm lug-to-lug. It includes an integrated-style stainless steel bracelet, identified as reference 1237/223, which features the Omega emblem on the folding clasp.

The exterior of the case displays surface wear and scratching across its polished and brushed surfaces.

Evidence for this section
  • “The stainless-steel case measures approximately 39mm across and 44mm lug-to-lug”
  • “Fitted to the watch is its Omega stainless-steel bracelet, Reference 1237/223”
  • “The case displays the expected marks of wear accumulated over more than five decades, particularly across the brushed and polished surfaces.”

Dial and Complications

The silver sunburst dial features a radial brushed finish with applied baton hour markers. A red rectangular emblem containing the Omega logo is positioned at 12 o'clock. The dial also includes black hands with luminous inserts.

A day-date aperture with a polished surround is situated at the 3 o'clock position. The crystal is noted as an original Omega-marked component.

Evidence for this section
  • “The dial features a fine radial brushed finish that catches the light particularly well”
  • “The distinctive red Omega emblem at 12 o'clock provides a welcome splash of colour”
  • “At 3 o'clock is the practical day-date display, framed by a polished surround”
  • “The watch retains its original Omega-marked crystal”

Movement

The watch is powered by the Omega Calibre 1310 movement. The source listing identifies the movement type as quartz, though the provided specification table also categorizes the winding as 'Automatic'.

Internal components are not pictured in the provided source material.

Evidence for this section
  • “Power comes from the Omega Calibre 1310”
  • “Winding Automatic”
  • “Movement Type Quartz”

Open research questions

  • What is the source of the contradictory 'Automatic' winding designation in the seller's specification table given the caliber 1310 is a quartz movement?
  • Does the physical condition of the movement confirm the 'serviced' status claimed in the dealer's general warranty policy?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Omega Genève Megaquartz 32 KHz Day-Date Ref. 196.0030
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
Reference196.0030“Model Ref 196.0030”
Calibre1310“Power comes from the Omega Calibre 1310”
Jewels8j“Jewels 8j”
Case Dimensions39mm x 44mm“The stainless-steel case measures approximately 39mm across and 44mm lug-to-lug”
Bracelet Reference1237/223“Fitted to the watch is its Omega stainless-steel bracelet, Reference 1237/223”
Estimated Datec.1973“dating from circa 1973”

Visible details

  • Tonneau-shaped stainless steel case showing noticeable surface scratching and wear on polished and brushed facets.
  • Silver sunburst dial featuring an applied red rectangular emblem with the Omega logo at 12 o'clock.
  • Bilingual or English day-and-date aperture at 3 o'clock framed by a polished border, displaying 'WED 30'.
  • Signed winding crown flanked by two recessed adjustment pushers on the right case band.
  • Integrated-style articulated stainless steel link bracelet.

Research qualifications

  • Internal movement is not pictured in the listing.
  • The dealer listing contains an internal contradiction, listing winding as 'Automatic' in the specification table while identifying the movement as quartz caliber 1310 elsewhere.

Photograph identity and source facts were screened before import; rights clearance remains pending.

Consulted source

Omega Genève Megaquartz 32 KHz Day-Date c.1973 – Vintage Watch Specialist

Reviewed 2026-10-22 · Record a5a52b1b4d

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