Omega
*Unpolished* 1968 Omega Seamaster Chronograph 18K YG (Ref. 145.006-68) "Cal. 321" Meister Co-Signed Dial
The best-known chronographs from Omega are of course from the Speedmaster Professional family, however, the most uniquely designed and fun chronographs come from the Seamaster family and often share the same celebrated movements as its mechanical siblings.
This Seamaster reference 145.006-68 employs the Omega Cal. 321 chronograph movement, the very same movement Omega used in the "Moonwatch" Omega Speedmaster Professional. The Cal. 321 is one of Omega's most robust movements due to its superior performance and durability and it was in production for roughly only 11 years, though the production of this specific movement was cost-prohibitive, and it was later replaced with the Cal. 861 movement. Given the transitional production year of this model specifically, it is likely one of the very last references to utilize the Cal. 321 before Omega switched over to the Cal. 861.
As elucidated by the co-signature on the dial of this watch, it was originally retailed by Meister, a highly-esteemed and well-known luxury Jewelry store and family from Zurich, Switzerland. Meister was formed in 1881 and is still operated under the same family today.
| Stock # | OMSMC145006 | |
| Brand | Omega | |
| Style | Seamaster Chronograph | |
| Model | 145.006-68 | |
| Serial | 27XXXXXX | |
| Size | Men's | |
| Material | 18K Yellow Gold | |
| Dial | Champagne "Meister Co-Signed" | |
| Millimeters | 38 | |
| Strap | 2pc Omega Black Leather Strap W/ Omega Gold Plaque Tang Buckle |
CASE & BRACELET
The exceptionally crisp 18K yellow gold case is in factory unpolished condition with beautiful bevels and finishing throughout, showing only gentle signs of previous use. The case retains its original Omega-signed crown and pump pushers. The original hesalite crystal exhibits light wear and features the Omega embellishment in the center. The case back retains crisp factory dimensions and the Seamaster medallion and factory engravings remain deep and in excellent condition. The watch comes supplied on the original black Omega strap which is in gently worn condition and retains the original Omega plaque gold tang buckle.
DIAL & HANDS
The stunningly beautiful and remarkably well-preserved two-tone gold dial is co-signed with the original retailer, Meister. The non-luminous dial features a satin outer track to display the tachymetre timing scale, while the inner dial features a luxurious vertically brushed finish. The black inlaid markers perfectly coordinate with the black text on the dial and remain in perfect condition. The original hands are also inlaid with black and are in perfect condition.
ACCESSORIES
None. The watch is keeping time and functioning correctly, backed by our 1-year warranty on accurate timekeeping.
