Omega Ladymatic American Much-coveted and conversed about by

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a round design that takes its inspiration from a timepiece dating to 1910

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

and is the first edition of Speedmaster where Omega would put a sapphire crystal on it rather than the traditional acrylic

Omega Ladymatic American Much-coveted and conversed about byWhen you think of Omega, no doubt the sporty Speedmaster and the Seamaster Professional lines come to mind and rightfully so. Of course those knowledgable about horological history know that Omega has been releasing quietly and without much fanfare understated dress pieces distinctive enough to catch the eye of any purist for decades. This particular piece, a Ladymatic Reference 566. 045, dates to circa 1972 and features a 22mm stainless steel case