{"product_id":"omega-geneve-pocket-watch-ref-ut-121-1740-cal-960-manual-wind-1970-recent-service","title":"Omega Genève Pocket Watch | Ref. UT 121.1740 | Cal. 960 | Manual Wind | 1970 | Recent Service","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eElegant and increasingly collectible Omega Genève pocket watch dating from 1970, reference UT 121.1740, fitted with the dependable Omega calibre 960 manual wind movement.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eFeaturing a crisp white dial with bold Arabic numerals, subsidiary seconds and a substantial 48mm case, this is an excellent example of Omega's later pocket watch production. The dial remains beautifully clean, complemented by original hands and a clear crystal, giving the watch a timeless and highly legible appearance.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eAt its heart is the Omega calibre 960, a 17-jewel manual wind movement renowned for its reliability and ease of servicing. The movement has reportedly been professionally serviced and winds, sets and runs smoothly.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe watch was serviced about a year ago and has been tested on a professional timegrapher and is currently exhibiting healthy performance, recording an amplitude of approximately 259° with an excellent beat error of just 0.2ms, indicating a movement that is operating very well and that had been serviced.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003ePocket watches were becoming increasingly uncommon by the 1970s, making original Omega examples from this period particularly desirable. With its classic styling, quality Swiss manufacture and impressive presentation, this piece would make an excellent addition to a collection or a distinctive everyday companion.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003ePresented in excellent working order and comes with its pocket watch box and albert chain.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003ePlease study the photographs carefully as they form an important part of the description and condition report.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eYear: 1970\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eSerial No: 31,727,525\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eReference: UT 121.1740\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eCalibre: 960\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eJewels: 17 Jewels\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eMovement: Manual Wind\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eCase Size: 48mm (60mm including bow)\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eMaterial: Chrome Plated\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eCrystal: Acrylic\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eExtra: Subsidiary Seconds Dial\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eCondition: This watch is in stunning condition for its age, the recent service is evident in the timegrapher readings and apart from very minor wear its as good as new. The acrylic crystal is scratch free as is the case and the face is unmarked..\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Antiques Centre York 137 DC \u0026 DS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57559680188798,"sku":"PW015","price":445.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0025\/9253\/8739\/files\/krIpAvSrUj.jpg?v=1781632214","url":"https:\/\/theantiquescentreyork.co.uk\/products\/omega-geneve-pocket-watch-ref-ut-121-1740-cal-960-manual-wind-1970-recent-service","provider":"Antiques Centre York","version":"1.0","type":"link"}