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1961 OMEGA SEAMASTER Mens "Jumbo" Vintage Automatic Bordeaux Wine Dial Watch - Stainless Steel
Gorgeous Restored Condition - Uncommon Large Size - 1 Year Warranty
Today's offering showcases this classic and uncommonly large restored 1961 Omega Seamaster with steel mid-century style case and striking Bordeaux Wine dial.
The Ref. 14764 is one of those early Seamasters whose appeal becomes obvious the moment it is on the wrist. At roughly 36mm, it was genuinely large for its era, which is why collectors often describe it as a “Jumbo.” That extra size gives the watch a more substantial, modern presence without sacrificing the elegant proportions and clean simplicity that define early-1960s Omega design.
Its original Omega dial has been beautifully custom refinished in our Bordeaux Wine pearl, adding a rich contemporary layer to that classic design. The color moves through deep burgundy, plum, and subtle violet tones as the light catches the radial brushing, creating excellent warmth and depth without becoming overly bright. Against the polished steel markers and dauphine-style hands, the result is striking but still refined.
What makes the combination especially successful is the contrast between scale and color. The Jumbo case already gives this Seamaster more wrist presence than most of its contemporaries and a larger dial canvas, while the Bordeaux Wine dial gives it an individuality that feels fresh today. It remains unmistakably a vintage Omega, but one with enough size, color, and personality to feel completely relevant on a modern wrist.
Powering the watch is Omega's top-tier caliber 552 movement, one of the last superior 500's series movements used before Omega began trying to reduce their costs and the co-highest level offering in the 500 series. It has 24 jewels and is one of the finest mass-produced automatic movements from era.
It has all of its original parts and has just finished a true expertly done restoration. It presents in gorgeous condition - it presents as 9.7 out of 10.
Its "jumbo" case presents as mint with only light signs of previous polishing. The case was designed with wonderful subtle lug facets.
Its original Omega dial has been meticulously custom refinished in a deep bordeaux wine hue - the printing could pass as Omega factory done to the naked eye. The color is deeper and richer than our photos seem to suggest and it has just a hair more purple hue to it.
As part of the restoration, the very fine caliber 552 movement with fine swans neck regulation has been freshly expertly overhauled by a Master Watchmakers.
It is running very strong and true, keeping time more accurately than most brand new Omegas in our testing recording position.
For the finishing touch, it has been equipped with a brand new aftermarket calfskin leather strap whose stitching is in a complementary color and an aftermarket Omega style buckle making it ready for immediate enjoyment.
Your watch is important to us, and we will take care of it for its lifetime. We provide the best after sale care in the business with an extremely experienced team of four Master Watchmakers all of whom each have over thirty-five years of experience and a large number of parts. One used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealership and was given special training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center.
A more than six decade old Seamaster that looks like new on the wrist!
Detailed Appraisal:
Manufacturer: Omega
Country of origin: Switzerland
Serial no.: 19,629,760
Year built: 1961
Model: Ref. 14764 61 SC, Seamaster
Functions: Hours, Minutes, Automatic, Sweep Seconds
Designed for: Men
Case material: Stainless steel
Case markings (outside): Seamaster with hypocampus emblem
Case markings (inside): Omega Watch Co., Acier Inoxydable, Swiss made, 14764 SC, 61
Case condition: Presents as mint with only light signs of previous polishing.
Dimensions: 36mm wide (excluding crown), 42mm long lug tip-to-tip
Dial: Deep bordeaux wine color, applied faceted steel baton indexes topped with black, aperture for the date, signed Omega, original dial expertly custom refinished
The color is deeper and richer than our photos seem to suggest and it has just a hair more purple hue to it.
Please inquire if you would like the white removed from the seconds hand.
Hands: Original, steel, dauphines
Please inquire if you would like the white removed from the seconds hand.
Movement type: Cal. 552, copper colored, self-winding, 24 jewels, lever escapement, monometallic balance, shock-absorber, self-compensating flat balance-spring, micrometer regulator
Movement markings: Omega Watch Co. Swiss, Twenty-four Jewels, 552
Jewels: 24 rubies
Beat frequency: 19,800 BPH
Band: Calfskin leather, stiching color complements the dial, fully stitched, padded, brand new and unworn with aftermarket Omega style buckle
We also stock lizard and a variety of other straps in various prints, skins, and colors. Please ask us if you're interested.
Width between lugs: 18mm
Crystal type: Acrylic, appears original and no longer signed, excellent condition
Serviced: Yes, freshly serviced by a Master Watchmaker.
Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. It is running very strong and true, keeping time more accurately than most brand new Omegas in our testing recording position.
Warranty: 1-year international warranty. Please message us for details.
Your watch is important to us, and we will take care of it for its lifetime. We provide the best after sale care in the business with an extremely experienced team of four Master Watchmakers all of whom each have over thirty-five years of experience and a large number of parts. One used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealership and was given special training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center.
Box/Papers: BOX - Watch presentation box; PAPERS - Custom printed Certificate of Authenticity; New timing certificate
SKU 10747
