Vintage
AndrewD initiates a fascinating discussion on his 1960s Omega Geneve Ref. 135.070, seeking community insights into its history and technical specifications. His post highlights the enduring appeal of vintage Omega watches, particularly the 'workhorse' Geneve line, and invites collectors to share their knowledge and experiences with this classic model. This thread offers a valuable resource for understanding the Geneve's place in Omega's heritage.
Dear All,
I have been enjoying the simple design of this 1960’s Omega Geneve over the last few months. I understand that it was a bit of a ‘workhorse’ model in its day, but I think Omega were very good at this type of watch. I am new to these historical pieces and I would be very thankful if you could share your knowledge or experience with the Geneve and perhaps some images to show the different iterations over the years.
From what I can find on the Web, the Geneve was produced in the 1960’s and the serial number on this movement (29866083) indicates production in 1970. The movement is the hand wound Cal. 601, 27.9x3.85mm, 17 rubies, 19,800vph (2.75Hz), adjusted in two positions with a 50 hour power reserve. I read that the Cal. 601 was “Omega’s last in-house hand wound calibre” and was used in its low to mid level watches. What does this mean and can anyone tell me more?
The reference stamped on the case back is 135.070. I understand that this means leather strap (1), centre seconds with no date (3), hand wind (5) and case made in 1970 (.070). Am I on the right track here? Great that Omega would provide this sort of information on each watch.
The case itself looks to be gold plated (I assume that is what the “20 microns” on the case back refers to) and is not in great condition. It is 34mm in diameter but has a large crystal and uncluttered dial so wears quite large. Most importantly it has been keeping brilliant time since a service and is very pleasurable to wind.
I look forward to learning a lot more about vintage Omega’s.
Thanks for your time.
Andrew
Hi Damian Thanks for the image. Can you tell us any more about the watch, it's production date, how it came into your possession? Very nice. Andrew
that the production year is same as my birthyear we are both 33 years old now it was a gift from my wifes aunth (she is 89 years old now it's as all my pieces manual wind REFERENCE ST 136.0102 International collection 1974 Movement Type: Manual winding (mechanical) Caliber number: 1030 Created in 1974 17 jewels Central sweep-second hand Functions Date Case Stainless steel Case back Press-in Full metal Dial Metal, with luminous hour markers and luminous hands. Crystal Armoured hesalite Bracelet L
A watch which is born the same year than you!!! A Keeper, for sure! I'm crazy ab out this kind of watches, but only have one, for the moment... and, as a coincidence, this is also an ..Omega. Best. Nicolas
what's more important I must find one with this year producton for Junior :0) Damian
I have some suggestions for you...LOLOL JLC Polaris, or if you play it on the Family Tradition, This would be an Omega Alaska project... Ask, and you'll be served! ROFL Nicolas
Kermit or PAM 0 or 5 or 111 or 112 or 183 or 210 or Tradition or Sppedy Snoopy just to name few LOL But you 2 suggestion are as valid as mine specially POLARISSSSSS
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