Pre-Production Omega Seamaster Chronograph ST 176.001 (1969)

Heritage Narrative

This particular watch was assembled in 1969 with a movement that officially launched in 1970—making it a pre-production rarity and an important snapshot in Omega’s history. At a time when Omega sought to rival the era’s top dive and racing chronographs, they developed a new tonneau-shaped stainless-steel case paired with a rich matte-blue dial. Inside beats the now-legendary Calibre 1040, a modified Lemania 1340 and the world’s first automatic chronograph to run at 28,800 vph. Its central-minutes register ensures quick, precise tracking of elapsed time, while a 24-hour indicator aids those whose missions extend past a single day. Newly serviced by Omega and backed by a 24-month service warranty, this extraordinary example blends vintage design with modern reliability, preserving a singular moment in Swiss watchmaking when 1960s innovation led seamlessly into 1970s engineering.

Technical Specifications

Movement:
Omega Calibre 1040, automatic, 28,800 vph, 44-hour power reserve

Case:
39 mm stainless steel, brushed tonneau profile, 15 mm thick, screw-down case-back

Crystal:
Mineral (original spec)

Dial / Functions:
Matte blue dial; central chronograph seconds and minutes; 12-hour counter at 6; running seconds and 24-hour indicator at 9; date at 3

Water Resistance:
60 m / 6 bar (factory rating)

Bracelet / Strap:
Omega stainless-steel link bracelet with folding clasp

Condition

Overall Grade:
Good—uniform surface wear consistent with age; case edges sharp, dial and hands original with even lume patina

Service Status:
Factory service completed 2025; 24-month Omega service warranty active until 2027

Shipping & Logistics

Our watches are stored either in a secure bank vault or, by arrangement, kept with the owner. We ship worldwide within 1–3 business days, fully insured for your peace of mind.

Warranty & Returns

We stand behind our timepieces with a 12-month mechanical warranty and a lifetime authenticity guarantee. A 14-day return window applies, during which the watch must be returned in the same condition as received.