{"title":"Archive","description":"\u003cp\u003eBrowse vintage watches previously sold at Small Seconds.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"omega-geneve-166-0174-blue-sunburst-integrated-bracelet-automatic-1970s","title":"Omega Genève 166.0174 Integrated Bracelet Automatic 1970s","description":"\u003ch5 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOmega Genève 166.0174 Integrated Bracelet Automatic with Blue Sunburst Dial 1977\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe influence of the Gerald Genta-designed integrated bracelet icons — The AP Royal Oak and Patek Philippe Nautilus — looms large over watch designs of the late 1970s at every level of the market. Among several integrated bracelet steel sports watches offered by Omega during this period is this Genève reference 166.0174.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe watch is well proportioned at 36 mm, and brushed surfaces throughout the case flow seamlessly into the bracelet, accented only by the high-polish of the rounded steel bezel. It’s an understated and well executed design that is not only quintessentially 1970s but also looks great on the wrist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe dial is the real star of the show on this example though: it’s a rich, vibrant shade of blue and the sunburst finish makes a captivating play of light that changes in every room. The dial is rounded out with subtle, slim baton indices with onyx inserts, hands to match, and a day-date window at 3 o’clock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePowered by a reliable Cal 1020 automatic movement, this watch represents a great-value entry point to the Omega brand and a stylish piece of 1970s design with a knockout gorgeous dial that can be worn daily worry-free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eDial:\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOriginal blue sunburst dial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOriginal stainless steel hands and baton indices with onyx inserts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eLight corrosion present to the hands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003etritium lume hand fill and marker plots; possibly relumed in the past\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAcrylic crystal is likely a service replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eStainless steel case with original polished finish to the bezel and brushed finishes to the upper and side surfaces of the case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCase is in very sharp condition with some minor marks and signs of wear consistent with age\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOriginal Omega-signed crown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOriginal Omega-signed screw fit caseback with some wear visible to the laser-engraved Omega logo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e36 mm diameter (without crown) | 43 mm lug-to-lug | 11 mm thick\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOmega Caliber 1020 automatic movement with day-date function\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e17 jewels, 28,800 bph, 42-hour power reserve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eQuickset the date by pulling out crown to its first position and winding either forward or backward to adjust the date\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eQuickset the day by pulling out crown to second position and winding the time backwards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eProfessionally inspected October 2026 and keeping time well\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOriginal integrated stainless steel bracelet: three-link design with brushed finish throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe bracelet is in very good condition with some light marks and scuffs present\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAdjustable Omega-signed clasp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSuitable for wrist sizes up to 20.5 cm (8 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Small Seconds Vintage Watches","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54228649902427,"sku":"PTG0004","price":650.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1010\/7944\/9947\/files\/PTG0004-1_7c929da3-a0ab-42a1-8759-ff0d7179181a.jpg?v=1790862631"},{"product_id":"universal-geneve-polerouter-date-tropical-dial-ref-204610-microtor-c-1962","title":"Universal Genève Polerouter Date Tropical Dial ref 204610 Microtor c. 1962","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eA Universal Genève Polerouter Date reference 204610 from around 1969 featuring a lovely tropical gilt dial. This example of the Gerald Genta designed icon is in honest vintage condition: the black dial has aged to a warm brown in places. The warm patina of the dial is complimented beautifully by the gilt dial printing and the pumpkin toned lume. The case is in well-worn but unpolished condition with the sculpted lyre lugs remaining crisply defined: it looks truly exceptional on the wrist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe watch is powered by Universal Genève’s pioneering calibre 218-2 ‘microtor’ automatic movement. Amongst the first mass market micro-rotor \u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003emovements, it allowed this watch to have an exceptionally thin and sleek profile for an automatic at the time. The movement has been recently serviced and is running exceptionally well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eA beautiful, Polerouter Date with a serviced microtor movement in honest condition with lots of vintage charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDial:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eBlack dial with lovely ‘tropical’ brown patina\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eGilt printed crosshair and writing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eApplied U logo and lume-filled \u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003estainless steel dauphine hands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOriginal lume aged to a beautiful orange tone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eReplacement acrylic crystal with cyclops date magnifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCase:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eStainless steel case with sculptural lyre lugs manufactured by Huguenin Frères\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe case is in unpolished but well worn condition: there are scratches and marks throughout, please examine the photos carefully\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eScrew-fit caseback with Polerouter globe logo; the caseback appears to have been polished in the past\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOriginal small domed crown with U shield logo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e34 mm diameter (without crown) | 42.5 mm lug-to-lug | 18mm lug width | 9.5 mm thick\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eUniversal Genève Calibre 218-2 Microtor Automatic with date\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e28 Jewels | 18,000 bph | 56 hour power reserve when new\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eServiced in August 2026; tested accurate within ±20 sec\/day\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStrap \u0026amp; Buckle:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePresented on a new, blue\/grey genuine Epsom leather stap with generic stainless steel buckle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Small Seconds Vintage Watches","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54528810910043,"sku":"PTG0009","price":2250.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1010\/7944\/9947\/files\/PTG0009-2.jpg?v=1793124481"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1010\/7944\/9947\/collections\/PTG0004_bf0ff654-ff24-4c2d-b467-fc7dd31aa5a6.jpg?v=1792665606","url":"https:\/\/smallseconds.co.uk\/collections\/archive.oembed","provider":"Small Seconds Vintage Watches","version":"1.0","type":"link"}