Marine Chronometer 398.0836

32.7mm x 49mm, Black

Shipped after VIVER authentication and inspection.

We are offering the Omega Marine Chronometer, One of the most sophisticated legacies in watchmaking history and a symbol of Omega's technological peak in the 1970s. This is more than just a vintage watch; it is a rare opportunity to own a monumental piece once described as "the most accurate wristwatch ever made by mankind." Upon its release, This masterpiece was priced at six times the cost of the Moonwatch. 1974 Moonwatch (Speedmaster Professional): £124.50 1974 Marine Chronometer: £761.00The innovation of the 2.4MHz Megaquartz, Which became a unique masterpiece in watch history First unveiled at the 1970 Basel Fair and commercialized in 1974, This model boasts an ultra-high frequency of 2, 400, 000 vibrations per second, About 80 times faster than a standard quartz movement (32kHz). At the time, It achieved an astonishing precision of only 12 seconds deviation per year (less than one second per month), Setting a new standard for timekeeping beyond the era of manual and automatic watches. Originally, A chronometer referred to the most precise timepiece used by navigators to measure longitude at sea. Omega subjected this watch to a rigorous 63-day precision test at the Besançon Observatory in France to bring this level of accuracy to the wrist. Recording a daily deviation of less than 0.002 seconds, It was the first in history to be awarded the title of "wristwatch marine chronometer."A three-dimensional case embodying the spirit of the 1970s Gérald Genta era The avant-garde sandwich case design, Harmonizing an 18k gold-plated rim with a substantial stainless steel body, Exemplifies the essence of high-end luxury sports watch design from the 1970s. The movement serial number plaque engraved on the front proves that this timepiece is not a mere industrial product but a certified measuring instrument recognized as an independent entity.

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