Why This Watch Matters

Here's a great Seamaster De Ville with all the mid-century modern flair you need in your dress watch collection. 

The Full Story

The Seamaster line has been a pillar of the Omega brand since it first launched in 1948. In the collection's 70-year history, it's taken on many forms, from a versatile, everyday timepiece to a robust diver's tool. Here, we have a handsome example showcasing the model's dress watch roots: a 1960s Seamaster De Ville. Though it later became its own collection, the De Ville began as an extension of the Seamaster line.

The dial has applied baton hour markers that work nicely with the classic pencil-shaped hands. The Omega name and insignia also appear on the dial, with the signature carrying over to the crown as well. All in all, these solid-gold Seamaster De Villes from the 1960s offer a great value and can be quite versatile. This one features a "non-lume" dial and hands, which is a detail that we continually look for in watches from this era for easier, less-worrisome wear.

Sometimes it takes a simple Omega Seamaster like this one to remember why vintage collecting is so fun; there are just so many watches and so many options. This solid-gold watch with screw-down caseback and classic styling offers a great value. 

We paired this Seamaster De Ville with our Dark Olive Calfskin Strap for that gold and green combination we love so much. The resulting look is extremely versatile, especially for a simple gold dress watch.

The Fine Print

Maker: Omega
Model: Seamaster De Ville
Reference: 165007
Year: 1966
Movement No: 23166416
Material: 18k yellow gold
Dimensions: 32.5mm diameter; 8mm thickness
Crystal: Plexiglass
Lume: N/A
Caliber: Omega, self-winding, caliber 711
Bracelet/Strap: HODINKEE Dark Olive Calfskin Watch Strap
Lug Width: 18mm 
Box/Papers: No

What We Love And What You Should Know

Things We Love:

- Clean mid-century design
- Non-lume dial and hands
- 18k yellow gold case
- Screwback case 

Things To Know:

- Scratches on case

This Seamaster De Ville is in overall good, honest condition. The case is strong with scratches. The caseback and rear of the lugs have a few larger scratches.

The dial has developed a fine and consistent patina and light spotting throughout. The hour markers and hands have developed patina. The edge of the dial shows some wear. 

The crystal has light scratches. The dial, crown, case, and movement are all signed by Omega. This watch was photographed on a 175mm/6.9inch wrist.