1971 Omega Seamaster 120 (Ref. 166.073) Black

There is something about the early vintage Omega Seamaster that truly embodies the golden era of dive watches of the 1960-1970s. Omega has a long history and heritage in dive watches dating back to the 1930s. The seahorse-adorned case back of the Seamaster series pays tribute to Neptune, the Roman god of the sea. The seahorse logo was conceived by engraver Jean-Pierre Borle. He was inspired by an image of Neptune driving a chariot pulled by seahorses, which is why the Omega seahorses are depicted wearing bridles.

The Omega Seamaster 120 ref. 166.073 is a stunning timepiece that is both functional and stylish. Its combination of beauty, history, and performance makes it a true collector's item, and a watch that you can be proud to wear for years to come. The defining difference between the Omega Seamaster 120 from other dive watches of the era is the execution, with an overall design that feels very familiar but with an aesthetic that outclasses its counterparts. As it was only produced for 4 years, from 1970 to 1974, the ref. 166.073 is certainly an uncommon timepiece. Though it was produced in two colorways, the best known being the "Deep Blue" variation, it is known within the collector community that the black dial variants, like the one presented here, are the rarer of the two.