1973 Omega Geneve Automatic Blue Dial 35mm 166.0124

Here we have a rare configuration 1973 Omega Genève Automatic Blue Dial 166.0124, a striking representation of Omega’s transition into the bold, experimental aesthetics of the early 1970s. While many Genève models opted for traditional silver tones, this reference leans into the era's love for "integrated" geometry and vibrant finishes, offering a sporty yet sophisticated alternative to the classic dress watch. Featuring a 35mm satin-brushed stainless steel case, it possesses a distinct barrel-shaped profile that sits prominently with a thickness of 11.5mm. The lugs are integrated into the case design, leading to a compact 40mm lug-to-lug length, which ensures the watch hugs the wrist with a seamless, architectural flow. On the right, a signed Omega crown is partially recessed to maintain the case's clean, streamlined silhouette. The wide brushed stainless steel bezel features a 60-minute scale with the first 25 minutes highlighted. The centrepiece is the vertically brushed blue dial, which shifts dramatically in tone depending on the light. It features applied square indexes with white inserts for a sharp contrast, matched by white-painted baton hands that ensure high legibility against the deep blue backdrop. At 3 o’clock, a date window provides daily utility, framed by the minimalist "Genève" script and the applied Omega logo at noon. On the reverse, a screw-down case back protects the In-house Omega Calibre 1481. This 21-jewel automatic movement, co-developed with Tissot, beats at 21,600 vibrations per hour and features a unique "push-crown" quick-set date function—a quirky and tactile mechanical hallmark of this specific era of Omega production. The watch comes paired with 22mm integrated stainless steel Omega bracelets that taper significantly toward a signed Omega folding clasp and will fit up to a 7.3-inch wrist. This watch is sold with its Omega Service box and 2025 Omega Service paperwork.

This watch is sold with its Omega Service box and 2025 Omega Service paperwork. In 2025, the watch had an Omega Service. The watch comes paired with 22mm integrated stainless steel Omega bracelets, tapering significantly toward a signed Omega folding clasp and will fit up to a 7.3-inch wrist. The watch is from Circa 1973 and is in worn, vintage condition, but overall very fair, as you can see from the photos. The watch comes with our 12-Months NON-Waterproof Warranty.

This is by far the best Omega Genève, reference 166.0124, I have yet had in stock. The original blue dial is ageing perfectly, the bezel is immaculate, and the case is brilliant. This example from 1973 comes with both integrated bracelet options, the amazing one currently fitted, plus the softer, more traditional bracelet. It also benefits from having the full works done with Omega in late 2025, coming to a whopping €1,380. I would not hesitate to add this vintage gem to your collection today!

Reference : 166.0124
Movement : Automatic Omega Cal. 1481
Age : Circa. 1973
Year : 1973
Case Size : 35mm
Case Thickness : 11.5mm
Lug to Lug : 40mm
Lugs : 22mm (Integrated)
Condition : Pre-Owned
Box and Papers : Service Box & Service Papers
Case Material : Stainless Steel
Warranty : 12-Months NON-Waterproof Warranty
The wrist model's wrist size is 7inch

Formerly known as the La Generale Watch Co., founded in 1848 by Louis Brandt in La Chaux-de-Fonds. When he died in 1879, his sons carried on his dream. In 1880, they moved to 96 Rue Jakob-Stampfli, where they remain today. The brothers produced their first mass-produced calibre, the Labrador, in 1885. Just a few years later, in 1892, they produced the first minute-repeater. In 1903, they renamed the company Omega until 1982, when they officially changed their name to Omega SA. During WW1, Omega watches were used as official timekeepers for the Royal Flying Corps and the US Army. In 1930, Omega and Tissot merged together to form Société Suisse pour l'Industrie Horlogère (SSIH). In 1931, another group was formed - Allgemeine Schweizerische Uhrenindustrie AG (ASUAG). Where SSIH was primarily French-speaking, ASUAG was founded by the more German-speaking members of the Swiss watch industry. In 1948, they introduced the first edition of one of its most symbolic watches: the Seamaster. Omega first introduced the Constellation in 1952. At the time, it was Omega's flagship timepiece. The first models had a Cal. 354 bumper movement in them. Later in 1955, Omega introduced the Automatic Cal. 50x, followed in 1959 by the Cal. 55x (no date) and 56x (date) versions. Many of the Constellations came with pie-pan dials, diamond indexes, and fancy lug configurations. All the gold Constellations of that time have the Observatory of Geneva hand-engraved on the back. The stainless steel and stainless steel/gold versions had a gold medallion on the back with the Observatory of Geneva. The eight stars above the Observatory stand for the many exploits of Omega in the world Chronometer competition. Celebrating the fact that all Constellations are Chronometer Certified. In 1962, when astronaut Wally Schirra wore a Speedmaster on his Mercury Sigma 7 Mission, making it the first Omega watch to enter space. After rigorous tests, NASA used Omega for all their Apollo missions, including the 1969 Moon landing of Apollo 11. Today, Omega is still an astronaut's first choice. In 1969, President Nixon famously said it was “too valuable” and turned down the first-ever all-gold Speedmaster Professional Deluxe. As a response to the ever-growing threat of electronic watches to the manufacturers of mechanical watches, Omega and many Swiss brands, such as Rolex and Patek Philippe, formed Centre Electronique Horloger (CEH). Prototypes began to appear in 1967, with their production starting in 1968. Then, in 1972, Omega introduced the reference 198.030, which included the Omega calibre 1250, a ‘tuning-fork electronic movement which was made under licence from Bulova. Later, we saw a merger of SSIH and ASUAG into SMH, or Société de Microélectronique et d’Horlogerie. This merger took place in 1983. In 1992, the company acquired Blancpain, and in 1998, they officially rebranded themselves from SMH to the Swatch Group. Then, in 1999, they purchased and integrated Breguet into the Swatch Group.