Omega, founded in 1848 in La Chaux-de-Fonds, is the official timekeeper of the Olympic Games since 1932. Introduced in 1966, the Chronostop under the Genève line was Omega's answer to the late-60s racing and driver watch craze. Unlike a traditional chronograph, it uses a single pusher at 2 o'clock to stop and flyback the bright orange seconds hand - designed for timing short intervals. Created during the build-up to the 1968 Mexico City Olympics, the Chronostop became an icon of tool-watch design. This is Reference 146.009 / 146.010 from 1969 housing the manual-wind Caliber 920 with date.
CASE:
o Stainless steel barrel / cushion-shaped monocoque case in fine honest vintage condition - sharp geometry, original sunburst brushing still visible
o Screw-down caseback inner engraved "OMEGA WATCH Co - FAB. SUISSE - SWISS MADE - ACIER INOXYDABLE - 146.009 - 146.010" - as seen in photos
o Dimensions: 34.5mm width without crown / 38.5mm lug to lug / 12mm thickness - perfect vintage size
o Original signed Omega winding crown at 4 o'clock and single pusher at 2 o'clock for the Chronostop flyback function
MOVEMENT:
o Famous Swiss Made Omega Caliber 920 - 17 Jewels - Manual Wind - The date version of the legendary Cal. 865 - Single-pusher flyback seconds
o Running well - Timegrapher photo included:
DIAL & HANDS:
o Original untouched matte charcoal / dark grey dial with patina - highly sought after color
o Applied steel baton markers with tritium dots, checkered / railway outer track, framed date window at 3 o'clock
o Signature bright orange Chronostop seconds hand and silver baton hour/minute hands
o Marked "Ω OMEGA CHRONOSTOP Genève - T SWISS MADE T" - all original
BRACELET / STRAP:
o Period-correct stainless steel Milanese / mesh bracelet REF. 1120/ 116 N27 MODELE DEPOSE with original signed Omega clasp - fits well and complements the 60s racing look
BOX & PAPERS:
o Includes EXTREMELY RARE original vintage Omega Mexico 1968 Olympic Games display box in good condition for its age
o This yellow and black box was a special presentation box made by Omega as Official Timekeeper of the 1968 Mexico Olympics. It features the 5 Olympic rings, the Aztec Calendar (symbol of the Mexico 68 Games) and "OMEGA MEXICO" lettering. This box was issued specifically for sport models like the Chronostop and Dynamic in 1968-69 and is correct for this reference. Interior in original green velvet.
o This is what makes this set a true collector's set - watch + correct Olympic box
CONCLUSION / CONDITION:
An exceptionally complete and honest set for the serious collector! A legendary 1969 Omega Genève Chronostop Ref. 146.010 with its original grey dial, striking orange flyback hand, healthy Cal. 920 and the highly desirable and rare original Mexico '68 Olympic box.
Please see all high-resolution photos as they are part of the description. No papers, no water resistance test, sold as is - vintage watch with 56 years of history. Any question feel free to ask. Keep in mind that it is a vintage watch
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