Omega

Omega - Steel Rice-Bead Bracelet, Cream Dial with Date

Name: Omega - Steel Rice-Bead Bracelet, Cream Dial with Date
Brand: Omega
Price: 65000.00 INR
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Omega | Steel Rice-Bead Bracelet | Cream Dial with Date | Quartz

Description

The rice-bead bracelet is one of the most coveted vintage Omega bracelet styles, and for good reason. Named for the small, elongated links that resemble grains of rice, this bracelet has a fluid, almost fabric-like drape on the wrist that modern bracelets rarely achieve. Finding one in good condition, still attached to its original watch, is a genuine find.

The cream/champagne dial with applied gold stick indices has a warm vintage character. The date window at 3 o'clock adds daily functionality, and the gold indices provide clean contrast against the cream background. The polished steel case is sized for comfortable everyday wear.

This is a watch that balances vintage charm with practical wearability. The quartz movement means accuracy and zero maintenance, and the rice-bead bracelet means compliments from anyone who knows vintage Omega.

Key Features

• Brand: Omega
• Model: Quartz Dress
• Movement: Quartz
• Case Material: Stainless steel, polished
• Dial: Cream/champagne with applied gold stick indices, date at 3
• Hands: Gold
• Crystal: Mineral glass
• Bracelet: Original Omega rice-bead (beads of rice) stainless steel
• Origin: Swiss Made

Specifications

• Reference: -396.1012
• Case Diameter: ~34 mm (excluding crown)
• Case Material: Stainless steel, polished
• Dial: Cream/champagne with date
• Movement: Quartz
• Bracelet: Omega rice-bead stainless steel
• Crystal: Mineral glass
• Water Resistance: Not guaranteed

Condition Report

• Dial: Cream/champagne dial in very good condition. Warm vintage patina that enhances character. Gold indices intact and secure. Date window clear.
• Hands: Gold hands clean, no corrosion.
• Crystal: Mineral glass, clear.
• Case: Polished steel case in solid condition. Good reflections, light surface wear consistent with age.
• Bracelet: Original Omega rice-bead bracelet in good condition. Links intact, clasp functions well. Good overall tension.
• Crown: Functions smoothly.
• Movement: Quartz, accurate. Date changes cleanly.

Historical Significance

The rice-bead bracelet (also called "beads of rice") is one of the most recognizable and sought-after vintage watch bracelet styles. Originally popularized in the 1960s and 1970s, these bracelets were produced by several Swiss brands, but Omega's versions are among the most collected. The small, rounded links create a smooth, flexible band that conforms to the wrist more comfortably than most modern bracelets. Original rice-bead bracelets in good condition have become increasingly scarce as many were damaged, stretched, or replaced over the decades. Collectors specifically seek out watches that retain their original bracelet, as replacements are nearly impossible to source.

A daily-wearable vintage Omega with the coveted rice-bead bracelet. The combination of bracelet, warm cream dial, and reliable quartz movement makes this one of the most practical vintage Omegas you can buy.

Shipping

Domestic shipping via Delhivery Secure with OTP-verified delivery. Fully insured.

International shipping via FedEx. Shipping and customs charges are borne by the buyer.

All watches are double-boxed and packed securely for transit.

Returns & Warranty

14-day returns accepted if the watch arrives damaged in shipping, is in a different condition than described, photographs do not accurately represent the product, or the watch differs materially from the listing (wrong reference, wrong movement, etc.). Unboxing video is required for all return claims.

Returns not accepted for change of heart or buyer's remorse. Each listing includes 20+ detailed photographs and a thorough condition report. Please review these carefully before purchasing.

6-month service warranty covering movement and timekeeping issues. Does not cover physical damage or water entry. Servicing handled through our partner, Time and Me, Bangalore.

Full details on our Return & Refund Policy page.

Authenticity

Every watch sold by ReWrist is personally inspected and authenticated. We verify dials, movements, cases, and crowns for originality.

All listings include honest, detailed condition notes and photos of the actual watch. What you see is exactly what you receive. No stock images, no surprises.

Vintage watches are pre-owned timepieces with decades of history. They will show signs of age and wear consistent with their era. They are not comparable to modern production watches in cosmetic perfection.

We guarantee timekeeping accuracy of +/- 7 minutes per day for vintage mechanical/automatic movements and +/- 5 minutes per day for vintage quartz movements.