Omega Geneve “Integrated” Ref. 136.0049 (circa 1972)

WHY WE CURATED IT:
Genève models are some of the best value Omegas. Initially a flagship dress line in the 50s, Genèves took a backseat in the 60s as Speedmasters/Seamasters rose to fame. But Omega kept iterating, bringing affordability to wrists without compromising mechanical quality. By the late 60s–70s, they experimented with various shapes and formats. Like this tonneau model, styled after integrated bracelet watches that were coming into vogue. Love the simplicity of this silhouette, the brutalist/industrial styling, and the monochromatic colourway. A key feature specific to this reference is that while it has the integrated look (not unlike a Royal Oak or VC 222), it actually has regular lugs for more versatility, whether for straps or straight-end bracelets. Equipped with a respected and robust Omega Cal. 613 from the revered 6xx series. Dripping with wabi-sabi vintage charm!

CONDITION:
8.5/10, with signs of honest careful use, well preserved overall. Crystal has microscopic marks along some of the edges and dial/hands/indices have slight signs of aging but very charming as a result, befitting a watch over half a century old! Tritium lume plots intact and respond to UV correctly for age. Original signed crown. New aftermarket strap and buckle. Movement in good health with near-spec power reserve, good amplitude, low beat error and accurate to ±15 secs/day averaged from 6 timegrapher positions.

DIMENSIONS:
35mm width excl. crown
41.7mm length incl. lugs
10mm thickness
Visual dial width ~28.8mm
Wrist in photos is 15.8cm in circumference

CRYSTAL:
Omega-signed Hesalite

CASE:
Steel

WATER RESISTANCE:
Assumed none, as per vintage watches

STRAP:
Aftermarket vintage brown leather and buckle (16mm)

CALIBRE:
Omega Cal. 613, 3-hander manual-winding with quickset date

COMES WITH:
Watch, aftermarket strap and buckle

TERMS OF SALE:
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