THE ESSENTIALS

MAKE: OMEGA
MODEL: 166.0250
YEAR: 1979
BOX/PAPERS: YES/NO
CASE DIAMETER: 40mm
CASE MATERIAL: STAINLESS STEEL
BRACELET MATERIAL: STAINLESS STEEL
MOVEMENT: AUTOMATIC

In 1967 Omega released their first Seamaster 120, the 135.027 with a 37mm case. The 120 range was a "comfortable and affordable" in Omega's words, alternative to the Seamaster 300. Around a dozen variations were made between 1967 and 1984 including this example, more commonly referred to as the Baby Ploprof. 

The 166.0250 was the first Seamaster 120 that looked similar to the larger and iconic Seamaster 600, boasting a larger 40mm case with 22mm lugs and bracelet ends. This model came in two variants, one with an integrated oval link bracelet and the other a shark mesh bracelet with closed lugs. 

This piece retains its original dial, hands and bezel which these days is incredibly hard to find. The case looks to be in unpolished condition and the 1247/237 bracelet is still in great shape. The movement was serviced by the previous owner, and was recently checked over, running at +6 s/d, 265 amps with a beat error of 0.2 ms. 

The watch comes with its red square Omega box and the bracelet can accommodate an 18cm wrist.