Omega Seamaster 165011 vertical brush jumbo

Omega Seamaster ref. 165.011
SKU 1812 — Serial 19974671 — circa 1963

A striking early-1960s Omega Seamaster distinguished by its beautifully preserved silver vertical brushed dial and the elegant balanced proportions that define Omega’s golden-era dress watches.

The vertically brushed finish gives the dial a remarkable amount of texture and depth, subtly shifting in tone depending on the light while remaining distinctly more restrained than a traditional sunburst dial. Applied steel baton markers and slim dauphine-style hands maintain the clean architectural appearance typical of Omega’s early 1960s design language.

The stainless steel case retains the elegant slim profile that makes these early Seamaster references so wearable today. With its softly contoured lugs and refined mid-century proportions, the watch captures the understated sophistication Omega executed so well during this period.

Inside is the Omega caliber 552 automatic movement, one of the most respected members of Omega’s famed 500-series calibers. The caliber 552 is especially appreciated for its robustness, smooth winding characteristics and excellent long-term reliability, and is widely regarded as one of Omega’s finest no-date automatic movements of the era.

The overall result is an exceptionally versatile vintage Omega: refined enough for formal wear, yet understated and robust enough for daily use more than sixty years after production.

Technical background

The Omega Seamaster ref. 165.011 was produced during the early 1960s and belongs to the generation of elegant dress-oriented Seamasters powered by Omega’s celebrated 500-series automatic calibers. The caliber 552 served as the premium no-date variant within the series and remains highly regarded among collectors and watchmakers for its durability and chronometer-grade architecture. This example dates to approximately 1963 based on its serial range.

Tech sheet

• Reference: Omega Seamaster 165.011
• SKU: 1812
• Serial: 19974671
• Year: 1963
• Case size: Approx. 34mm
• Movement: Omega caliber 552 automatic
• Dial: Silver vertical brushed dial
• Crystal: Acrylic crystal
• Crown: Omega signed crown
• Lug width: 18mm
• Condition: Very good vintage condition with clean dial and strong case proportions
• Warranty: 2-year warranty