{"product_id":"omega-geneve-admiralty","title":"Omega Genève Admiralty","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOmega Genève Admiralty Ref. 166.038 | Calibre 565 | Ghost Hands \u0026amp; Orange Second | 1969\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003chr size=\"2\" width=\"100%\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe 1969 \u003cb\u003eOmega Genève Admiralty Ref. 166.038\u003c\/b\u003e, also known as the \u003cb\u003eAncoretta\u003c\/b\u003e, is a distinctive and rare piece from Omega’s late-60s lineup. Designed for precision, durability, and character, this reference showcases Omega’s ability to blend tool-watch functionality with refined design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWhat sets this model apart is its \u003cb\u003erare short-lug case design\u003c\/b\u003e, giving it a more compact, balanced wrist presence while maintaining strong proportions. The original \u003cb\u003ematte grey dial\u003c\/b\u003e remains factory-finished, beautifully aged, and marked by its striking \u003cb\u003e“ghost” hands\u003c\/b\u003e and vibrant \u003cb\u003eorange central seconds hand\u003c\/b\u003e, a subtle nod to Omega’s dive-inspired aesthetic of the era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePowered by the highly regarded \u003cb\u003eCalibre 565 automatic movement\u003c\/b\u003e, one of Omega’s most celebrated 24-jewel workhorses, this watch offers both a \u003cb\u003equickset date function\u003c\/b\u003e and excellent timekeeping accuracy. The solid \u003cb\u003estainless steel case\u003c\/b\u003e with its unpolished finish preserves the watch’s honest vintage integrity, showcasing soft factory edges and light wear consistent with age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis is not just a Genève — it’s an \u003cb\u003eAdmiralty\u003c\/b\u003e, a lesser-seen model that embodies Omega’s experimental design era of the late ‘60s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003chr size=\"2\" width=\"100%\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBrand:\u003c\/b\u003e Omega\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eModel:\u003c\/b\u003e Genève Admiralty \/ Ancoretta\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eReference:\u003c\/b\u003e 166.038\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eYear:\u003c\/b\u003e Circa 1969\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMovement:\u003c\/b\u003e Automatic, Caliber 565 with quickset date\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eJewels:\u003c\/b\u003e 24\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCase Material:\u003c\/b\u003e Solid stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCrown:\u003c\/b\u003e Signed Omega crown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/b\u003e Acrylic, period-correct\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDial:\u003c\/b\u003e Factory original matte grey dial with “ghost” hands and orange seconds hand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eStrap:\u003c\/b\u003e Aftermarket genuine leather strap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eStrap Width:\u003c\/b\u003e 17mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWrist Size (in photos):\u003c\/b\u003e 6.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003chr size=\"2\" width=\"100%\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCase Diameter:\u003c\/b\u003e 35mm (excluding crown and crown guard)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLug-to-Lug:\u003c\/b\u003e 40.5mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThickness:\u003c\/b\u003e Approx. 11mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMovement Serial:\u003c\/b\u003e 30,294,986\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCase Model:\u003c\/b\u003e 166.038\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWater Resistance:\u003c\/b\u003e Originally rated for light water resistance (no longer guaranteed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003chr size=\"2\" width=\"100%\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition Report:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDial:\u003c\/b\u003e Factory-original matte grey dial with clean printing, light even patina, and excellent legibility. The orange seconds hand remains bright and crisp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCase:\u003c\/b\u003e Unpolished solid steel case showing light wear consistent with age. Factory lines and brushing remain visible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/b\u003e Clear acrylic with only faint hairlines visible under strong light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMovement:\u003c\/b\u003e Calibre 565 automatic movement, serviced and running accurately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eStrap:\u003c\/b\u003e New aftermarket genuine leather strap with standard buckle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003chr size=\"2\" width=\"100%\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHistorical Significance:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eOmega Genève Admiralty\u003c\/b\u003e line represents a short-lived but fascinating chapter in Omega’s design history. Emerging in the late 1960s, these watches were meant to bridge the gap between Omega’s robust tool watches and refined dress pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eCalibre 565\u003c\/b\u003e, found in some of Omega’s finest Seamasters and Constellations, is celebrated for its reliability and engineering precision. The \u003cb\u003eshort-lug case\u003c\/b\u003e, unique to this reference, enhances wearability while maintaining a sporty profile. Together with its original “ghost” hands and orange seconds accent, the Admiralty stands as a bold yet elegant representation of Omega’s late-60s innovation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003chr size=\"2\" width=\"100%\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Omega","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47227923005578,"sku":"RWS-OM-015","price":135000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/9778\/3434\/files\/10-IMG_7340.jpg?v=1761309072","url":"https:\/\/www.rewrist.com\/products\/omega-geneve-admiralty","provider":"ReWrist","version":"1.0","type":"link"}