{"product_id":"omega-c-shape-quartz-dress-watch-ref-196-0121-1978","title":"Omega 'C-shape' Quartz Dress Watch - Ref.196.0121 - (1978)","description":"\u003ch5 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOmega \"C-Shape\" Quartz Dress Watch – Cal.1370 - (1978)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis 1978 Omega (Ref. 196.0121) is where high-tech luxury meets discrete elegance. It was born in an era when quartz movements were the frontier of technology, and Omega’s engineers ensured this precision was housed in an artistically crafted case worthy of the brand's heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy This Piece Captivates:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThe \"C-Shape\" Case \u0026amp; Genta Legacy:\u003c\/b\u003e The softly curved silhouette of the case draws inspiration from the legendary designs of Gérald Genta. Not only is it visually unique, but it is also incredibly ergonomic—the watch seems to melt onto the wrist. The 35mm size, combined with the slim bezel, ensures a modern and commanding presence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eInnovative Caliber 1370:\u003c\/b\u003e This movement is a testament to Omega’s engineering brilliance. It features a unique \"push-button\" crown: the hours are adjusted by turning the crown, while the minutes are set by pressing the center of the crown. This allowed for a perfectly sleek case profile while offering a fascinating mechanical interaction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThe Play of Brushed Steel:\u003c\/b\u003e The metallic luster of the case and dial shifts beautifully with the light. The sharp lines of the stainless steel case and the clean, linear indices reflect the \"Space Age\" aesthetic of the late 70s, where function and futuristic design went hand in hand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTimeless Appeal:\u003c\/b\u003e This timepiece proves that a 1978 design can feel completely fresh today. With its clean silvered dial and slender hands, it is the perfect accessory for a suit or casual wear, while the applied Omega logo proudly signals a legacy of quality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eThis Omega is for those who seek a piece of space-age technology and the iconic Genta-inspired aesthetic in a reliable, everyday vintage masterpiece.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Omega","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59818820632910,"sku":null,"price":450.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0927\/4671\/1374\/files\/1IMG_8483b_eredmeny.webp?v=1780747243","url":"https:\/\/craftandtime.com\/products\/omega-c-shape-quartz-dress-watch-ref-196-0121-1978","provider":"Craft \u0026 Time","version":"1.0","type":"link"}