The Omega Seamaster collection is one of the most recognizable in watchmaking; it has been going strong since it was first released in 1948. A long-time best-seller for Omega, the Seamaster has an interesting history that includes dress and tool watches. The Omega Seamaster 60 was introduced in the late 1960s as an in-between model, with a combination of tool-watch ruggedness and versatile case proportions that make it perfect for daily wear.
The Seamaster 60 was produced in three color variations: black, dark blue, and burgundy. We have the dark blue variant available today, and it has a casual aesthetic thanks to its dark tone that contrasts with the checkered racing-style outer track in light grey. The lume on this watch has aged consistently to an attractive creamy-beige tone. The case was produced by one of Omega’s go-to casemakers in the 1960s, La Centrale Boîtes, which also provided cases for some Speedmasters. Interestingly, although the case was tested to only 60 meters of water resistance, the watch is fitted with a chunky, large 6mm crown that is similar to the ones found on more serious dive watches from Omega at the time, including the Seamaster Automatic “Big Blue” ref. 176.004, which was tested to reach up to 120 meters underwater. This crown plays an important role in the quick-set date functionality, which can be used to advance the date by pushing and pulling the crown in and out.
