Stainless steel OMEGA automatic wristwatch. Made 1968

Information

• Brand: OMEGA 
• Made: 1968
  
• Model: Seamaster
• Reference: ST 161003
• Calibre: 552
• Movement: Automatic
• Material: Stainless steel 
• Features/complications: -
• Dial: Silvered dial featuring outer minute track and applied golden hour markers with black inserts and golden baton hands
• Case dimensions: 34mm
• Bracelet/strap: Stainless steel mesh bracelet
• Accessories: -
• SKU: 03258

Essay

The Omega calibre 552, a 24-jewel automatic movement featured in this watch, was among Omega’s most successful and remained in production for nearly 20 years. Renowned for its accuracy and reliability, the 552 is highly esteemed in the watchmaking community.