Omega Ref. ST 146.011-69
Manufacturer: Omega Year: 1970 Reference No: ST 146.011-69 Movement No: 29’147’302 Model Name: Seamaster Chronostop “Bullhead” Material: Stainless steel Calibre: Manual, cal. 930, 17 jewels Bracelet/Strap: Leather Clasp/Buckle: Stainless steel Omega buckle Dimensions: 42.5mm width Signed: Case, dial and movement signed. Accessories: The present watch is accompanied by an Extract from the Archives confirming production date on October 19, 1970 and delivery to Germany. Literature: A similar example of this reference is prominently illustrated in Omega Watches, John Goldberger, pg. 168. Catalogue Essay Omega is widely recognized for their innovative watch designs. One of their most eccentric watch designs is the so-called “Bullhead” originally made in the late 1960s. So powerful was its design, Omega recently decided to reissue three versions of this cult-classic, paying homage to the original that is currently being offered in the present lot. The condition of the present example is considered “New Old Stock” – as good as it gets with a vintage watch. The crisp case finishing is as if it came fresh out of the Omega factory today. Housed inside is the manual-wind caliber 930, a worthy timekeeper for racing enthusiasts to measure elapsed time during a competition. The layout of the watch features the chronograph pushers at the top, hence the name “bullhead”, for easy accessibility when the wearer’s hands are on a steering wheel. The crown at 12 o’clock serves to wind the mainspring and set the hours and minutes, while the second crown at 6 o’clock controls the inner revolving bezel. The watch is presented on its original strap, which was made specifically to accommodate the singular positioning of the crowns. The Bullhead’s substantial asymmetrical case design combined with its colorful dial is immediately recognizable upon first glance. Original examples such as the present one are considered to be amongst the rarest and most collectible chronographs ever produced by Omega. Read More
Omega Ref. ST 146.011-69
Manufacturer: Omega Year: 1970 Reference No: ST 146.011-69 Movement No: 29’147’302 Model Name: Seamaster Chronostop “Bullhead” Material: Stainless steel Calibre: Manual, cal. 930, 17 jewels Bracelet/Strap: Leather Clasp/Buckle: Stainless steel Omega buckle Dimensions: 42.5mm width Signed: Case, dial and movement signed. Accessories: The present watch is accompanied by an Extract from the Archives confirming production date on October 19, 1970 and delivery to Germany. Literature: A similar example of this reference is prominently illustrated in Omega Watches, John Goldberger, pg. 168. Catalogue Essay Omega is widely recognized for their innovative watch designs. One of their most eccentric watch designs is the so-called “Bullhead” originally made in the late 1960s. So powerful was its design, Omega recently decided to reissue three versions of this cult-classic, paying homage to the original that is currently being offered in the present lot. The condition of the present example is considered “New Old Stock” – as good as it gets with a vintage watch. The crisp case finishing is as if it came fresh out of the Omega factory today. Housed inside is the manual-wind caliber 930, a worthy timekeeper for racing enthusiasts to measure elapsed time during a competition. The layout of the watch features the chronograph pushers at the top, hence the name “bullhead”, for easy accessibility when the wearer’s hands are on a steering wheel. The crown at 12 o’clock serves to wind the mainspring and set the hours and minutes, while the second crown at 6 o’clock controls the inner revolving bezel. The watch is presented on its original strap, which was made specifically to accommodate the singular positioning of the crowns. The Bullhead’s substantial asymmetrical case design combined with its colorful dial is immediately recognizable upon first glance. Original examples such as the present one are considered to be amongst the rarest and most collectible chronographs ever produced by Omega. Read More
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