Omega Seamaster 300 'Big Triangle' diver's wristwatch, reference 165.024
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
Circa 1966
Maker / issuer
OmegaThis circa 1966 Omega Seamaster 300 'Big Triangle' diver's wristwatch, reference 165.024 - 64 SC, features a stainless steel case measuring 42mm in diameter. The black dial displays Arabic numerals at 3, 6, and 9 alongside an oversized triangular luminescent index at 12 o'clock, paired with sword hands and a calibrated rotating bezel.
The source reports an automatic Calibre 552 movement and that the watch was catalogued in full working order from a private London collector. It is fitted with an aftermarket black and gold striped NATO fabric strap.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Type
- Diver's watch
- Strap
- Aftermarket black and gold striped NATO fabric strap
- Calibre
- Automatic Cal. 552
- Reference
- 165.024 - 64 SC
- Case Diameter
- 42mm
- Case Material
- Stainless steel
- Place recorded
- Switzerland
- Maker / attribution
- Omega
Design
- Visible features
- • Black dial features a large triangular luminescent marker at 12 o'clock and Arabic numerals at 3, 6, and 9. • Sword-style hour and minute hands with a central seconds hand. • Rotating black bezel marked with elapsed minute graduations and a triangular zero marker. • Stainless steel case fitted to a striped black and gold fabric NATO strap.
- Dial Configuration and Hands
- The black dial displays luminous markers, notably an oversized triangular luminescent index positioned at 12 o'clock alongside Arabic numerals at 3, 6, and 9. Time is displayed using sword-style hour and minute hands accompanied by a central seconds hand. The auction catalogue identifies this visual design under the model name 'Seamaster 300 "Big Triangle" Professional Diver' with reference number '165.024 - 64 SC'.
- Case and Exterior Construction
- The watch features a stainless steel case with a reported diameter of 42mm, alongside catalogued overall dimensions of 47mm x 42mm. The exterior is fitted with a rotating black bezel marked with elapsed minute graduations and a triangular zero marker. The timepiece is fitted with an aftermarket black and gold striped NATO fabric strap, as noted in the auction listing and visual inspection.
- Reported Movement and Provenance
- The lot description attributes the timepiece to an automatic Calibre 552 movement and states that it is 'In Full Working Order'. However, internal movement components and the interior of the case back are not visible in the provided imagery, meaning the movement calibre, serial number, and functional status cannot be verified from the photograph. The entry lists an approximate dating of 'Circa 1966' and notes provenance from a 'Private London Collector', with a claim that the watch was 'cleared on registered loss database'.
Identification
- Reference
- 165.024 - 64 SC
- Source note
- Facts transcribed from the linked source listing or collection record. Attribution and specifications are source-reported and have not been independently authenticated.
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.
Research required
- Research required: Movement and case back interior are not visible in the photograph.
- Research required: Operational status and internal movement caliber 552 are source-reported and unverified by the image.