Omega 24J automatic (self-winding) Seamaster DeVille grade 565 wrist watch with date #27537734, case 166.020 SP, attractive rose gold flashed movement with a brushed finish and bold red ruby jewels, champagne-toned metal dial with a brushed finish, raised silver markers, black minute markers and a silver lined date aperture at 3 o'clock, date display has black numbers on a white background, dial has a number of small specks of discoloration and short scratches, silver steel baton style hands with pointed tips and luminous inserts, luminous material is no longer retaining or emitting light as expected.
Heavy stainless steel (SS) round water-resistant case with a narrow sloped bezel supporting a slightly domed plastic crystal, slender angular extended lugs, an Omega marked crown, and the Seamaster seahorse emblem recessed on the back cover along with an inscription, "R.F.B to H.C.B. 7-23-71", the movement on this style of case is accessed by removing the top bezel which makes for a highly water resistant solid-piece back, case is showing light even wear with some light scuffing in areas but no notable scratches or damage, additionally it does appear that the quickset for this model is not engaging properly, the date rolls over as expected with the time but pulling the crown to the furthest position does not engage the dial wheel, measures approx. 34mm in diameter x 40mm lug to lug x 11mm thick (crystal included), lightly textured padded black leather strap band with a buckle supporting a raised Omega emblem, we have not seen this style of buckle before and it may be a reproduction or more modern variation to the era of the watch.
This watch also comes with a brown Lucite & brass Omega display box with a cream satin, red velvet and brass interior along with a Weiss Jewelers (Greeley, Colorado) display. An elegant, classic Omega from the late 1960s in excellent overall condition!
- Year Made: 1968
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Company:
Omega
- Jewels: 0424J
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Setting/Movement Type:
self-wind (automatic)
- Model/Grade: Seamaster DeVille grade 565
- Serial #: 27537734
- Movement Finish: rose gold-flashed
- Movement Details: date display
- Dial Material:
metal
- Dial Color: champagne
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Hand Style:
baton - light, sweep second hand
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Case Style:
round
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Case Material:
Metal - Stainless Steel
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Case Details:
water resistant (WR), Seamaster engraving, "R.F.B to H.C.B. 7-23-71" inscription, factory marked crown
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Case Width, without crown:
34mm (1.34 inches)
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Case Length, lug to lug:
40mm (1.57 inches)
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Case Thickness:
11mm (0.43 inches)
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Interior Lug Width:
18mm
(11/16")
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Band Size:
7in. to 7.99in.
(measurement range includes watch length & band)
- Band Material: leather strap
- Crystal Material: plastic
- Box Info: fancy Omega box
- Country of Origin: Switzerland
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Condition:
Excellent
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Gender:
Gentlemen's
This watch is in good running condition, unless otherwise noted in the description. This means that on receipt, pending any item-specific running conditions noted in the description, you can expect the watch to be winding and setting properly and to run smoothly while keeping reasonable time. We consider "reasonable time" to meet these basic guidelines:
- Railroad Grade Watches will be keeping +/- 5 minutes per day
- Pocket and Wrist Watches with 15 or more jewels will be keeping +/- 10 minutes per day
- All key wind watches and watches with 14 or fewer jewels will be keeping +/- 15 minutes per day
The above guideline is the lowest standard in which we would ship out a watch, however in most cases, you will see much better timekeeping. Most of our watches have been in storage for many years, so if you plan on carrying/wearing them everyday, you should consider having them cleaned and oiled soon, and then once a year thereafter to keep them in top running condition. If the watches will be for occasional use or display, they should be cleaned and serviced every 3 to 5 years depending on use.
As of August 6th, 2026, we are not offering a cleaning and service option through PM Time Service. While we do hope to offer this again in the future, we are unfortunately unable to meet customer requests for watch servicing at this time. Please note that, unless otherwise mentioned within the "Full Description" tab, this watch is being sold in good running condition and is ready to wear or carry on arrival.
Unlike modern quartz watches, most vintage watches need daily winding in order to keep the watch functioning for timekeeping. Additionally, there are a number of different ways to set the time other than simply pulling the crown away from the watch body. We are happy to provide an overview of each of the different setting types on our
"How To Use" page, where we also provide information on proper winding techniques for each style and some suggestions for the proper long term care and storage of your watch.
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