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Omega Seamaster Chronometer ref. 168.0061

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This Omega Seamaster Chronometer, reference 168.0061, is an automatic wristwatch manufactured in 1973. It features a 35mm stainless steel case characterized by pronounced, elongated lugs. The watch is powered by the Omega caliber 1011, a movement recognized with chronometer certification. The dial is silver-toned with a sunburst finish and is devoid of luminous material. Indices and the hour and minute hands are detailed with onyx enamel inserts. A date aperture is positioned at 3 o'clock. The watch is fitted with a stainless steel beads-of-rice bracelet, identified by reference 1036, incorporating end links numbered 11. The construction of the case includes a smooth steel bezel and sharp, factory-finished angles. According to the auction description, the watch remains in operational condition, though its service history is unknown and no original accessories are included with the piece.

Front view of the Omega Seamaster Chronometer ref. 168.0061 showing the silver sunburst dial, onyx-inlaid indices, and beads-of-rice bracelet.
Front view of the Omega Seamaster Chronometer ref. 168.0061 showing the silver sunburst dial, onyx-inlaid indices, and beads-of-rice bracelet. — Zamanito. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
zamanito.com
Category
Wristwatch · Self-winding wristwatch
Maker / attribution
Omega
Reference
168.0061
Catalogue / lot identifier
Source URL identifies the listing
Source-reported date
1973
Source-reported place
Switzerland
Source-reported serial
37XXXXXX

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 Dial Construction

The timepiece is housed in a 35mm stainless steel case. The design incorporates elongated lugs intended to provide a greater presence on the wrist. The bezel is constructed from smooth steel. The auction description notes that the case angles appear sharp, suggesting it may have retained its original factory finish without subsequent polishing.

The dial features a silver sunburst finish. It does not contain luminous material. The hour markers are set with onyx enamel inserts, which are matched by similarly decorated hands. A date aperture is situated at the 3 o'clock position on the dial.

Evidence for this section
  • “این مدل با قاب استیل ضدزنگ به قطر ۳۵ میلی‌متر همراه شده است”
  • “صفحه ساعت با زمینه نقره‌ای و بافت خورشیدی (sunburst) طراحی شده و فاقد ماده شب‌نما است”
  • “نشانگرهای ساعت با مغزی لعاب انیکس (onyx enamel) تزیین شده‌اند”

Movement and Bracelet

The movement is the Omega caliber 1011, which serves as the power source for the watch. This movement carries a chronometer certification, verifying its performance standards. The watch is currently noted as being in working order.

The watch is secured by a stainless steel bracelet in the beads-of-rice style. It is catalogued as reference 1036, accompanied by end links marked 11. The bracelet consists of 22 links and is reported to have minimal stretch.

Evidence for this section
  • “نیروی محرکه این ساعت توسط کالیبر 1011 امگا تأمین می‌شود”
  • “موتوری دارای گواهی کرونومتر بوده”
  • “بند استیل مشهور به «دانه‌برنجی» (Beads of Rice) با کد 1036 و قطعات انتهایی شماره 11”

Condition and Attribution

The watch is attributed to 1973. The condition is reported as having slight signs of previous wear. The dial is described as having only a few minor spots, maintaining a favorable state. The case condition includes minor wear marks as reported by the auction description.

The provided details regarding the unpolished state of the case and the mechanical history are based on the provider's initial assessment. The auction description cautions that these claims regarding the polish and service history require independent expert verification.

Evidence for this section
  • “نسخه حاضر که بر اساس مشخصات ثبت‌شده متعلق به سال ۱۹۷۳ میلادی است”
  • “زه (بزل) استیل صاف در وضعیت عالی همراه با آثار جزئی استفاده گزارش شده است”
  • “صحت مواردی همچون دست‌نخوردگی پولیش قاب یا پیشینه تعمیرات نیازمند کارشناسی مستقیم خواهد بود”

Open research questions

  • What is the specific production range for the Omega caliber 1011 movement?
  • Are there archival records confirming the 1973 manufacturing date for serial number 37XXXXXX?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Omega Seamaster Chronometer ref. 168.0061
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
MakerOmega“برند: Omega”
Reference168.0061“شماره رفرنس: 168.0061”
MovementCaliber 1011“کالیبر: Caliber 1011”
Year1973“سال ساخت: 1973”
Case Size35mm“قطر قاب: ۳۵ میلی‌متر”
BraceletOmega 1036 beads-of-rice“مدل بند: طرح دانه‌برنجی Omega 1036 با قطعات انتهایی 11”
CertificationChronometer“گواهی دقت: کرونومتر رسمی (Chronometer)”

Visible details

  • Date window located at the 3 o'clock position
  • Beads-of-rice style bracelet with 22 links
  • Indices and hands feature black onyx enamel inserts
  • Silver sunburst dial with 'SWISS MADE' at the bottom

Research qualifications

  • The auction description states it is probable the case has not been polished, but this is not verified
  • The precise service history of the movement is not documented

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

Consulted source

ساعت مچی Omega Seamaster Chronometer رفرنس 168.0061

Reviewed 2026-11-02 · Record 7ef0e09caf

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