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Omega Seamaster Ref. 168.022 - Onyx Hands & Markers - 1967 - NOS Condition

£1,900.00

  • Year: 1967.

  • Movement: Chronometer Certified 565 Omega movement with quickset date.

  • Case: 35mm steel case. Case back has the original blue Omega seal from factory.

  • Dial: Rare silver dial with black onyx hands and markers.

  • Crystal: Omega signed acrylic crystal.

  • Strap: Handmade Italian leather strap from Watch Gecko.

  • This watch is sold as watch only, which is typical for vintage timepieces. We place greater value on condition, originality, and overall integrity than on whether a box or papers happen to be present. Many vintage watches have lost their packaging over time, and we don’t believe in inflating prices with non-original extras.

    If a watch does include genuine box and papers, this will always be clearly noted in the description. All purchases come with bespoke Watts On Watches packaging and full purchase documentation.

  • Every watch we sell is fully inspected and professionally serviced to meet our exacting standards. We stand by the quality of our stock, which is why every purchase comes with a 12-month warranty as standard.

  • Year: 1967.

  • Movement: Chronometer Certified 565 Omega movement with quickset date.

  • Case: 35mm steel case. Case back has the original blue Omega seal from factory.

  • Dial: Rare silver dial with black onyx hands and markers.

  • Crystal: Omega signed acrylic crystal.

  • Strap: Handmade Italian leather strap from Watch Gecko.

  • This watch is sold as watch only, which is typical for vintage timepieces. We place greater value on condition, originality, and overall integrity than on whether a box or papers happen to be present. Many vintage watches have lost their packaging over time, and we don’t believe in inflating prices with non-original extras.

    If a watch does include genuine box and papers, this will always be clearly noted in the description. All purchases come with bespoke Watts On Watches packaging and full purchase documentation.

  • Every watch we sell is fully inspected and professionally serviced to meet our exacting standards. We stand by the quality of our stock, which is why every purchase comes with a 12-month warranty as standard.

The Omega Seamaster Ref. 168.022 is one of the most refined Seamaster models of the late 1960s, and this example stands out not only for its rare onyx hands and markers but also for its remarkable preservation. Dating to 1967, this watch is in New Old Stock (NOS) condition, with the caseback still carrying its original blue Omega factory seal—an extraordinary detail almost never seen on a watch over half a century old.

The silver dial with onyx inlays offers understated luxury, giving crisp contrast and legibility while maintaining the elegance that defines the Seamaster line. At 35mm, the steel case wears beautifully, offering versatile proportions that suit both casual and formal occasions. Inside ticks the chronometer-certified Calibre 565, featuring a quickset date and renowned for its accuracy and durability.

The 168.022 belongs to the “Chronometer Seamaster” family, positioned just beneath the Constellation in Omega’s catalogue at the time. These watches were built to the same high standards as the Constellations, using movements like the Cal. 565 that were regulated and finished to chronometer grade. This makes the 168.022 one of the most underrated vintage values in Omega’s back catalogue.

Key Features

  • Reference: 168.022

  • Year: 1967

  • Movement: Omega Calibre 565 chronometer-certified automatic with quickset date, regulated to Constellation standards

  • Case Size: 35mm stainless steel

  • Dial: Rare silver dial with black onyx hands and markers

  • Crystal: Acrylic crystal

  • Strap: Handmade Italian leather strap from Watch Gecko

  • Condition: NOS – caseback still features the original Omega blue factory seal

A Word on Condition
This is a true NOS example, preserved in outstanding condition. The case remains razor sharp with factory definition, the dial is pristine with strong onyx markers and hands, and the original blue Omega seal is intact on the caseback—a remarkable survival from 1967. The watch has been fully inspected, professionally serviced, and is backed by our 12-month warranty.

Why Buy This Watch

  • NOS Preservation: Extremely rare to find a Seamaster from this era in unused condition, with the factory caseback seal still present.

  • Rare Dial Details: Onyx hands and markers elevate the design, giving depth and luxury to the clean silver dial.

  • Chronometer Certified: Powered by the highly respected Calibre 565, regulated to the same standards as the Constellation line.

  • Chronometer Seamaster Family: A higher-grade Seamaster positioned just below the Constellation, offering outstanding value with premium finishing and accuracy standards.

  • Versatile Size: At 35mm, this Seamaster has timeless proportions, wearable on any occasion.

  • Collector’s Piece: A near time-capsule example of one of Omega’s finest late-60s dress Seamasters, appealing to both collectors and enthusiasts seeking rarity and condition.