Vintage 1969 Omega SeaMaster ChronoStop Chronograph 145.010 Watch Date Cal 920
Out of stock
Watch Size Guide
EW GUARANTEE
Sell Or Trade Your Watch
Shipping & Payment Information
Care For Your Watch Guide
From OMEGA’s beginnings, our timepieces have recorded some of the most significant moments in the world (and beyond). They have been worn by presidents and kings, astronauts and spies, movie stars and you. Behind each one is a legacy of horological quality and innovation.
A stainless steel manually wound driver’s fly-back chronograph wristwatch with grey dial and original steel Omega mesh bracelet
This unusual “Driver’s” watch was introduced by Omega in 1968. Designed to be worn ‘under’ the wrist, this model is unusually calibrated with the 12 o’clock position shifted 90° from its usual position to appear where one would usually expect to see the 3 o’clock numeral. Such dial layouts were a traditional form adopted by watchmakers for driver’s watches – allowing an easier reading of the time when the wearer’s hands were holding the steering wheel. However, Omega also marketed this model as a safer way to wear a wristwatch, especially for sportsmen, technicians, engineers and doctors and it was given the tag lines “Greater Visibility”, “Out of Harms Way” and “Stop-Watch Timing”. Omega launched the Driver’s Chronostop model in 1968 as a variant of the standard version of the model which had been introduced a couple of years before.
The chronograph movement allows the center seconds hand to be used either as a constant second’s hand or to time events up to one minute in duration. The pusher for the chronograph will start the seconds hand running when pressed for the first time, pressing a second time will automatically zero the seconds hand to the 12 o’clock position. This function can also be used to synchronize the watch to a time signal if the seconds hand is kept in its running position. The date changes each day at midnight, however, the watch also has provision for semi-quick date change, allowing the date to be manually advanced, when required, by turning the hands backwards and forwards between 10pm and midnight.
The original Omega steel mesh bracelet has a long adjustable folding clasp. This model was originally advertised for sale with either a leather strap or metal bracelet and the bracelet can be detached and replaced with a strap if preferred. The are a couple of small scuffs to the dial and there are scuffs and scratches to the steel case.
This is a beauty. Defiantly a collector watch. Please look at all the pictures, as they are part of the description. The watch is working and keeping great time for its age. This is a highly collectible watch. Very few left with this rare movement. Sure, to increase in value overtime, and a great addition to your collection. The condition of the watch is the same as it appears in the photos. The watch is working and is part of our new Certified Pre-Owned CPO Program. Contact me if you have any questions first.
SPECIFICATION |
|
Case |
Stainless Steel Case and Case Back. |
Case Size |
34,50 mm without the crown and 39,00 mm Lug to Lug |
Case Back |
Stainless steel cover signed, with Screw Back. Inscribed D.J.W 28.271 Please note case back in most cases is not fully tighten. |
Crown |
Signed |
Crystal |
Acrylic with Some Scratches, good for its age, Few dings. |
Bezel: |
None |
Dial: |
This is a very unique dial, side ways. Gray with that beautiful orange second chronograph hand, and the bright white hands. Has nicely patina lum. The hands & Dial has great Luminous. Swiss made Mark, with chronograph seconds. Shows patina. Please see picture for more detail. |
Complication |
Seconds, Chronograph, Date |
Movement |
Manual-winding Omega ChronoStop Cal 920 |
Movement Notes |
Just inspected and in great shape. Please see pictures and as some old movements don't have a very clear marking. Movement is running. Keeps great time see below time testing. |
Strap |
The original Omega steel mesh bracelet has a long adjustable folding clasp. Complete full length adjustable from both ends. Reference 1120/116 Lug Size: 18mm Please see picture. |
Box |
Come with Beautiful Vintage Style Box. Or Experts Watches Pouch |
Reference # |
146.010 |
Made in |
Switzerland |
Water Resistance |
No. Please pressure test before water use. |
Service Level |
3 (Please see Tab below for details) Please keep in mind when comparing serviced watches with none serviced watch. Price is at least $300-$500 more based on complications. Since old watch are like old cars you never know what you gone get. |
Timing Test ** |
+9 s/day In-House Time Test Results (See Service Level Tab)** |
Certified Pre-Owned |
Passed 25-point inspection. Please see tab below for details. |
Warranty |
3-Month Service Warranty (Please see Tab below for details) |
Notes: |
All watch functions tested and operable. Circa 1969 (inscribed D.J.W 28.2.71) |
Testimonials
A watch collectors Paradise…
.....
I have bought few watches from them and recommend them if you are looking to buy a watch. I as actually able to buy few watches from them that were not listed on their website. Apparently they have a lot of inventory that doesn’t even make it to the website. So if your are looking for vintage watches, you might want email them, if you can’t find it on the site.
Thank you for all the help Raymin.
I have bought few watches from them and recommend them if you are looking to buy a watch. I as actually able to buy few watches from them that were not listed on their website. Apparently they have a lot of inventory that doesn’t even make it to the website. So if your are looking for vintage watches, you might want email them, if you can’t find it on the site.
Thank you for all the help Raymin.
ROLEX CELLINI DANAOS XL 4243
Wire Transfer Customer
Dear Raymin,
I have received the watch! It’s beautiful and exactly as described. Thank you very much for making the international delivery a very pleasant one. I appreciate your quick and frequent updates, your fantastic customer service and definitely your competitive
prices. Looking forward to buying more from you in future!
Warm regards, Hendri
prices. Looking forward to buying more from you in future!
Jaeger Lecoultre Grand Reverso 8 days
Wire Transfer Customer
I am delighted with the vintage watch that I purchased from 'Expert Watches'. It is in exactly the condition that was described with perfect patina. As a customer I could not be more delighted with the service Provided by Raymin. The communication has been
first rate and the way in which, as a first time buyer, I was helped with the details of purchase, transfer of funds and shipping was fantastic. The watch arrived on the other side of the Atlantic, expertly packaged and tracked. All in all I would thoroughly 'Expert Watches' and I will certainly be purchasing again from them to add to my vintage watch collection.
first rate and the way in which, as a first time buyer, I was helped with the details of purchase, transfer of funds and shipping was fantastic. The watch arrived on the other side of the Atlantic, expertly packaged and tracked. All in all I would thoroughly 'Expert Watches' and I will certainly be purchasing again from them to add to my vintage watch collection.
David UK
Wire Transfer Customer
Could Not Ask For Better Service! Shipping was unbelievably quick! Awesomeness at its finest! Highly Recommend!! I'm over satisfied! Seller is awesome! So legit! Very professional! Holy Crap that was fast!👍🏽🤣👍🏽
Kevin K.
Omega SpeedMaster
Amazing service. Product was exactly as advertised. Very happy to purchase again - and highly likely will.
Trekive
Factory Serviced Vintage Omega SeaMaster JEDI 145.024
Dude - this watch is fucking amazing! Totally 1970s. 861 movement. Band is sized perfectly. It’s truly close to 100% perfection! Many thanks. Cheers,
Chris Australia
Omega Seamaster Jedi 145-024
Great experience, will shop again.
S. Morphey
Omega Constellation Globemaster Sedna Gold Steel Watch 130.20.39.21.03.001 Blue
Beautiful watch! as described! The watch keeps excellent time! Seller carefully packed item and shipped it super-fast! X-cellent communication. A trusted seller!
Enrique S.
Vintage Zedon Geneve Chronograph Landeron 148 Gold Plated Watch Military NOS Tag
Love this Watch hope to do more business with you soon. The Watch was as described and as is in photo. Great seller, great products.
Trent S.
Vintage Omega
Blog posts
Rolex Daytona 'John Player Special' reference 6241
Read more
Patek Philippe MoonPhase Reference 2438
Read more
Vacheron Constantin Toledo & Curvex Brief
Read more