Omega Geneve 1660098

Omega Genève 166.0098 – Vertical Blue Brushed Dial, Caliber 1481 – 1974

There are blue dials—and then there’s this. A striking example of Omega’s design language in the mid-1970s, this 166.0098 Genève doesn't whisper its presence; it resonates. Executed with a bold, vertically brushed metallic blue finish, the dial dances between deep navy and electric steel under shifting light, a trait that only reveals itself in the metal.

Framed in a stainless steel case that measures 35mm across (excluding crown) and wears with classic '70s confidence, this Genève is powered by Omega’s Caliber 1481—an automatic movement from the era when form and function moved in unison. The serial number SR35070411 dates this piece to approximately 1974, placing it at the heart of Omega’s transitional period from traditional dress to sport-influenced refinement.

White baton hands keep the look clean, crisp, and legible, standing in deliberate contrast against the textured dial. The applied Omega logo and 'Genève' signature remain sharply defined, as do the hour markers—each a small monument to design restraint.

The 166.0098 doesn’t try to reinvent the wheel. It doesn’t need to. What it offers instead is clarity: a window into a moment when Omega balanced everyday utility with unexpected flair. This isn’t just a watch. It’s a time capsule with sharp edges, bold choices, and just enough mystery to keep you glancing twice.

Ref: 166.0098
Serial: SR35070411
Movement: Omega Cal. 1481 (automatic)
Case size: 35mm
Year: Circa 1974
Dial: Vertical brushed blue, white hands