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Omega Automatic Dynamic Ref.166.079

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The Watch
 
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According to Omega in 1967, this was "the first watch designed especially for the human wrist."

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You may know the Speedmaster and the Seamaster, or even the Railmaster and De Ville, but none of these iconic Omega collections were purposefully and especially anatomically designed for the human wrist. The Dynamic was. Released in 1967, the Dynamic collection hit with a slew of colors and a couple of different sizes for both the thin wristed and thick. Notable changes from your more standard wristwatch include an integrated, wrist hugging strap, a circular dial but ellipse-shaped and Italian manufactured case shape. On that case is a classically late-60s starburst finish and the crown is integrated into the case side because a nasty crown protruding and hitting your wrist wouldn't be so especially anatomical to the human wrist.

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Today's example is the Reference 166.079, circa 1969, in lovely condition and totally original bar a recent crystal change.

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The Specs


Age: c.1969
Reference: 166.079.
Movement: Automatic with Quickset Day/Date Wheel. (The quickset date is done by repeatedly pulling the crown.)
Calibre: 565.
Timekeeping: Very good.
Service History: Unknown.
Dial: Original Omega Factory Dial.
Case: Stainless Steel.
Measurements: 41mm.
Bezel: Solid.
Water Resistant?: No.
Hands: Original.
Crystal: Replacement crystal.
Crown: Original Signed Omega Crown. 
Strap/Bracelet: Original Stainless Steel Omega 1153/138 Bracelet, fits up to approx 7in Wrist, with no spare links. A clasp extender can be provided if you need a bigger fit, free of charge.

Getting Acquainted

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Bits that stand out:
- Wonderful Condition Dial.
- Day Date Wheel.
- Wrist hugging Case.
- Baby Blue Seconds hand.

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Nitty Gritty:
- Small marks and dings to the Case and Bracelet.

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Overall the Dynamic is in Beautiful Vintage condition.
The Dial is in fantastic condition.
Steel Case is in good nick. It has small marks and dings, however it is unpolished and retains the Original finish.
The Crown is signed Omega and is original.
Crystal has been replaced.
Hands are in nice order.
Photographed on a 7in Wrist.