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Why this watch.

1978 Omega Seamaster — Cal. 1342

This 1978 Omega Seamaster presents a late-1970s approach to dress-sport watch design, where restrained proportions and clean lines reflect period sensibilities. The references 196.0135 / 396.0874 point to a model family that balanced everyday wearability with a refined aesthetic. At its heart sits the Cal. 1342, a precise Omega caliber indicative of the brand’s technical standards of the era. For the contemporary collector, such a Seamaster offers a tangible connection to Omega’s production in the late 1970s and the mechanical craftsmanship that continues to define the marque.

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Important details, without the clutter.

01Specifications
Brand / model
Omega Omega Seamaster Ref. 196.0135 / 396.0874
Reference
196.0135 / 396.0874
Estimated production
1978
Caliber
Cal. 1342
02Service & provenance

The watch has been technically and visually inspected. It did not require servicing and is ready to wear.

03Delivery & returns

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Included with the watch

Everything supplied with this example.

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EVW travel box

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Store invoice