Omega Seamaster Chronograph "Big Blue"

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SKU AS02607
Article Number 18040064
SKU AS02607
Article Number 18040064

Why We Love it

Why We Love It

Make no mistake: this is a whole lot of watch.

44mm by 52mm, in point of fact, with a 19mm thickness. While the size might be a bit much for some of us landlubbers who prefer our watches to slide under a suit cuff, for the men it was designed for—professional divers—it was just right. Although modern dive computers render this sort of tool watch obsolete, it’s perfect for the sort of guy who takes comfort from wearing a big hunk of steel on his wrist. 

On a mesh Omega bracelet and with that distinctive blue dial—replete with large luminous indices—this is a watch that can weather any storms without leaving you all at sea.

The Story

Omega’s no stranger to producing high grade dive watches and chronographs, so of course it was only natural that they’d be the first to make an automatic diver’s chronograph.

Released in 1972, the Seamaster Reference 176.004 chronograph addressed the timekeeping problem posed by many conventional dive watches. Many of these watches could only measure elapsed time up to an hour, and oftentimes the bezel could be knocked during a dive, leading to an inaccurate reading. The Reference 176.004 chronograph, however, removed any ambiguity with its big center chronograph hand.

This was made possible by using the Calibre 1040, a massive self-winding calibre engineered by Omega’s longtime ally, Lemania. Like many watches that are powered by the calibre—such as the Omega Speedmaster Mark II—such a massive movement necessitated the use of a massive case. With its distinctive dark blue dial and large size, it became known as “Big Blue” by collectors.

A:S Guarantee

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Our Pledge

Analog:Shift stands behind the authenticity of our products in perpetuity.

Condition

Since our pieces are vintage or pre-owned, please expect wear & patina from usage and age. Please read each item description and examine all product images.

Warranty

We back each Analog:Shift vintage timepiece with a one-year mechanical warranty from the date of purchase.

International Buyers

Please contact us prior to purchase for additional details on shipping and payment options.

Shipping & Returns

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All of our watches include complementary insured shipping within the 50 states.

Most of our products are on hand and will ship directly from our headquarters in New York City. In some cases, watches will be shipped directly from one of our authorized partners.

We generally ship our products via FedEx, fully insured, within 5 business days of purchase. An adult signature is required for receipt of all packages for insurance purposes. Expedited shipping is available at an additional cost. We are also happy to hand deliver your purchase in Manhattan or you may pick it up at our showroom.

Returns must be sent overnight or by priority international delivery, fully insured and paid for by the customer. A restocking fee may apply. Watches must be returned in the same condition as initially shipped.

We welcome international buyers, please contact us prior to purchase for additional details on shipping and payment options.

Omega Seamaster Chronograph

Omega Seamaster Chronograph "Big Blue"

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