Selling part of a friend's collection with my 100% backing. I am in possession of the watch and will handle the shipping; payment will go directly to him.

Up for sale is this cult classic Omega reference 166.0177 Seamaster 200m SHOM diver in overall Near Mint condition and on period black Tropic rubber strap. Originally debuted in the 1970s and created by Omega for the France's Hydrographique et Ocenagraphique de la Marine agency (hence the acronym "SHOM"), this version of the iconic diver was assembled by Watchco Australia out of new old stock parts and original cal. 1012 automatic movements. Owning one of these is essentially like going back in time and buying one new. These Watchco SHOMs are getting thin on the ground and this example has just had a new OEM screw-down crown installed. With its rugged and unique octagonal case design and the upgraded Ploprof-style hands this classic Omega 70s Seamaster design makes an unmistakable statement on the wirst.

The asking price for this great Omega Seamaster SHOM is $2150 USD OBRO, including fully insured FedEx shipping worldwide. Bank Wire preferred but Paypal is OK on this transaction with +2% to the buyer. Payment must be made directly to my consignor in US DOLLARS. Watch will ship upon full clearance of the funds, as well as any necessary bank vetting.

CASE & CASEBACK: Large, angular and distinctive octagonal case measures 43mm wide (including crown guards) x 49mm long x 13mm tall. Being originally new old stock and then worn sparingly it is quite clean and unpolished with all edges and bevels sharp and the original satin finish present. There are only some minor marks to the case from limited use and it is Near Mint. The outer caseback also has only minor marks with the Seamaster symbol and "Tested 200M" text crisp as when new--externally likewise Near Mint cosmetic condition. The inner caseback has no corrosion and shows all the correct original Omega nomenclature of the period, including the proper reference number for this case shape of Seamaster 200.

DIAL & HANDS: Mint matte black dial with framed date at "3" and brightly glowing Luminova lume bars. Dial text and hash marks are all crisp. The big orange Ploprof minute hand and white hour and sweep seconds hands are also Luminova filled and Mint. This is a great looking modern incarnation of this dial & handset that glows brightly and is fully functional in low light.

CROWN: Easy to grip brand new & correct OEM signed Omega screw-down crown is Mint. The crown screws down tightly to the case and pulls out to the winding, quickset date and hacking time-setting position as it should.

CRYSTAL: Flat mineral crystal is perfectly clear and sits correctly just below the bezel. It is Mint without any marks whatsoever.

BEZEL: Thick ratcheting bidirectional rotating elapsed time bezel is tight and clean with sharp, well defined knurling, Mint condition. The black & silver metal inlay shows one small mark near the "14" hash, Near Mint condition, and it retains its luminous Luminova pip within the triangle at "12".

MOVEMENT: Full rotor automatic Omega caliber 1012 23-jewel movement with a 36 million serial number originally dating it to circa 1973. This watch is keeping decent time with proper quickset date and hacking function but its service history is unknown and it has not been tested for accuracy. However, it is guaranteed to be working properly at the time of shipping.

STRAP: This great Watchco SHOM comes on a vintage black genuine Tropic strap that compliments it beautifully and is in barely worn Near Mint condition. These genuine Tropic straps are great added value to any vintage diver. This watch has a 22mm lug width.

I make NO guarantees for the water resistance of this watch in any way, shape or form. Have it tested if you want to use it as a diver or for any other aquatic activities--it'll probably pass!

This great Vintage Omega Seamaster 200 SHOM is offered with a 3-day inspection period from the date of receipt and may be returned for a full refund less any shipping costs incurred by the buyer. This refund is unconditional and once I get the watch back in exactly the same condition as it was sent to you, your money will be refunded. Of course, once the 3 days are over the sale will be considered FINAL.

Thanks for looking,
T.
tomvox1@hotmail.com