Omega Seamaster 196.0150 Reliability, Style, and Swiss Heritage in One Watch! Part of Omega's established Seamaster series, the Ref. 196.0150 is a timeless engineering model designed in the late 1970s. Riding the sway of the quartz revolution, this watch offers a unique option for both everyday users and collectors with its technical precision, robust construction, and iconic design. Omega Caliber 1342 – The Silent Master of Quartz Technology. * The Caliber 1342 is one of Omega's first-generation quartz movements and, with its push-button system for time setting, one of the most innovative mechanisms of its time. Setting the time is done via a micro-push button on the case, rather than the traditional crown. This system aimed to offer a more modern user experience while maintaining the watch's water resistance at the time. Design and Aesthetics The tone-on-tone case-and-bracelet combination reflects the "integrated design" trend that emerged in the mid-1970s. Baton indices and slender hands on the dial give the watch a simple and elegant presence. The Omega logo and "Seamaster Quartz" inscription emphasize this model's classic yet contemporary character. Value for Collection and Use One of the rising stars of the vintage quartz collection, the 196.0150 offers both style and nostalgia today. Examples of the watch preserved with their original bracelet, crystal, and dial are highly collectible. The Cal. 1342's durability and low-maintenance design make it highly suitable for everyday wear. So Why the Omega Seamaster 196.0150? * Precise and durable quartz movement. * Elegant, simple, and professional dial design. * Suitable for both classic wear and everyday use. * An example of Omega's aesthetic response to the quartz revolution of the 1970s. * A highly collectible, discontinued, original vintage watch.
Experience the advanced technology of the past with the elegance of today with the Omega Seamaster 196.0150.
The product you are viewing was manufactured in 1979.
Professionally overhauled and FULLY SERVICED (the movement is completely disassembled, the parts are cleaned, oiled, and adjusted), your watch will function flawlessly without any surprises. (It will be maintenance-free for 3 years unless exposed to direct water or high humidity for extended periods.) Product Condition: Tested and fully functional.
