CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY AND APPRAISAL
1 YEAR MECHANICAL WARRANTY
About
We are excited to present a rare Omega "soccer timer" in the shop today. Similar to other Omega Seamaster chronographs from the era, this watch comes in a comfortable 38mm cushion case and is powered by the at-the-time newly introduced caliber 861, which had replaced the caliber 321 also found in the Speedmaster.
Although the belief is that these were originally created for soccer referees in the 1970 World Cup, there is no official documentation stating so. A few different variations were made, all with the same white or grey dial with distinctive red/black registers and additional 45-minute track on the minute subdial (to time soccer halves more easily). White dial versions such as today's example would have an orange seconds chrono hand, here faded to an attractive pale yellow colour, and a slate blue outer track with minute indicators and smaller ⅙ second marks corresponding to the upgraded 21,600 BPH of the caliber 861.
Overall, this is definitely one of the cooler purpose built chronographs we've had pass through the shop. Its unique, colourful design pops on the wrist and provides a wearing experience like no other watch.
We’ve paired it with a Molequin Saffiano strap in Oxford blue to complete the look.
Details
Reference:
145.016-68
Movement:
Manual Wind, Omega Calibre 861, 17 jewels
Movement has been given a full service, and keeps accurate time. Chronograph starts, stops, and resets smoothly. One year mechanical warranty included.
Case:
38mm (not including crown and pushers) stainless steel case and back
Strap:
Molequin Saffiano leather strap in Oxford blue, quick release spring bars (MSRP: €105.00)
Overall condition:
Steel case and back in fantastic condition, with minimal marks of wear, restored circular brushing. New signed crown, original pushers and new Omega hesalite crystal installed. Dial is excellent, with bright colouring and sharp script, some minor staining present (mostly between 11 and 2 o'clock markers), original tritium lume plots on hours (slightly deteriorated). Original, patinated hands have been relumed. Seconds chrono hand has faded to an attractive yellow colour.
