Omega Seamaster Chronograph “C-Shape” DeLuxe 18K Yellow Gold Cal. 861 Ref 145.016 from 1969
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Omega Seamaster Chronograph “C-Shape” DeLuxe 18K Yellow Gold Cal. 861 Ref 145.016 from 1969

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Omega Seamaster Chronograph “C-Shape” DeLuxe 18K Yellow Gold Cal. 861 Ref 145.016 from 1969Omega Seamaster Chronograph C Case DeLuxe 1969 Heavy 18K Yellow Gold Cal. 861 Rare Collectors Piece We are pleased to offer a rare and striking Omega Seamaster Chronograph DeLuxe from 1969an extraordinary execution of Omegas sports chronograph in full 18K yellow gold. Featuring the sought after Caliber 861 and housed in a heavy and masculine C shape case, this reference 145. 016 is one of the rarest gold variants in the Seamaster line, combining

Omega Seamaster Chronograph “C-Case” DeLuxe – 1969 Heavy 18K Yellow Gold – Cal. 861 – Rare Collector’s Piece

We are pleased to offer a rare and striking Omega Seamaster Chronograph DeLuxe from 1969—an extraordinary execution of Omega’s sports chronograph in full 18K yellow gold. Featuring the sought-after Caliber 861 and housed in a heavy and masculine “C-shape” case, this reference 145.016 is one of the rarest gold variants in the Seamaster line, combining rugged functionality with unmistakable elegance.

Iconic Late-60s Chronograph Design & Horological Importance

Produced in the golden age of Omega chronographs, this 145.016 stands out for its bold proportions, sophisticated champagne dial, and the historically important Cal. 861 movement—the very same manual-wind chronograph caliber that powered the Moonwatch starting in 1968.

Unlike its steel counterparts, the 18K yellow gold variant was made in far fewer numbers and often reserved for the brand’s most discerning clientele. This is not only a tool watch—it is a statement of prestige and a time capsule from a pivotal year in Omega’s chronograph evolution.

Condition & Key Features

  • Case: Rare and exceptionally heavy 38mm solid 18K yellow gold C-shape case with original factory geometry and sharp lines. Substantial wrist presence with impeccable vintage character.

  • Dial: Original Omega champagne dial, untouched, with applied gold markers and sub-registers in perfect balance—warm, elegant, and highly legible.

  • Crystal: Original Omega-signed hesalite plexiglass.

  • Crown: Original Omega signed crown.

  • Movement: Manually wound Omega Caliber 861, known for its robustness and legendary heritage. Recently serviced and offered with a 1-year mechanical warranty.

  • Strap: Hand-made leather strap crafted in Belgium, enhancing the period-correct aesthetic and modern wearability.

  • Buckle: Original Omega buckle, gold-tone, completing the vintage configuration.

Serial & Production

  • Reference: 145.016

  • Serial Number: 29 million range

  • Production Year: 1969

A Rare Collector’s Investment

This Omega Seamaster Chronograph DeLuxe in 18K yellow gold is a rare find and an under-the-radar treasure in the world of vintage Omega collecting. Its combination of precious metal case, iconic Cal. 861 engine, and excellent preserved condition makes it a compelling acquisition—whether as an investment, a connoisseur’s daily wearer, or a standout chronograph in a vintage rotation.

Highly collectible, mechanically important, and aesthetically timeless, this 145.016 represents the pinnacle of the Seamaster line in its most refined, luxurious form.

Please reach out for further details or to secure this exceptional chronograph.

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Every time Yeltsin takes a nap? Paragraph. Bush mumbles something indecisive to Scowcroft? Boom—chapter! I felt like I was experiencing the fall of the Soviet Union in real, agonizing time. Look, it’s a fine book. If you’re going for a career in the foreign service, this is a good place to start. Otherwise, you can get a fine rendering of these events in much more concise form elsewhere.
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The author summarized: "The ghost of the disappeared Soviet Union ... still haunts the imagination of contemporaries .... This amazing story teaches us not to trust in the seeming certainty of continuity and should help us prepare for sudden shocks in the future" (p. 439). An engrossing in-depth eloquent analyses concerning the events and individuals affecting the 1991 demise of the Soviet Union. Moreover, the unforeseen Chernobyl nuclear disaster on April 26, 1986, crystallized the horrors of a possible nuclear war. Thus, a new orientation to end the exorbitant arms race with the United States. Further, General Secretary Gorbachev promulgated new reforms, including, relaxing travel restrictions in 1989: "... [T]he shock that thousands of Soviet people experienced when they crossed Soviet borders and visited Western countries .... For first-time Soviet travelers to the West a visit to a supermarket produced the biggest effect. The contrast between half-empty, gloomy Soviet food stores and glittering Western palaces with an abundant selection of food was mind-boggling.... This experience changed Soviet travelers forever" (p. 82). At times, repetitive and somewhat confusing. For instance, U.S. President Bush needed Gorbachev's approval for his Iraq offense, which was initially described on Page 143, then inexplicably again, on Page 172. On another occasion, the author indicated that Yeltsin was influenced by Alexander Solzhenitsyn's brochure "How To Rebuild Russia," on Page 150, which is again repeated, on Page 173. Scrupulous editing needed. Notwithstanding such glitches, nonetheless, a fascinating detailed portrayal of the unexpected implosion of a superpower. Having read other books on the subject, if I had to select only ONE about the USSR collapse, I would choose this as the best.
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I bought this book after I heard the author on a podcast. Growing up in the US we have been inundated with the story that the collapse of the Soviet Union was an inevitable triumph of liberal, Western values. I had my doubts. Even poorly run dictatorships can muddle along for years. What the author did was center Gorbachev in the story. He was the eye of the storm. It was the terrible combination of Gorbachev’s ambitious idealism and gross ineptitude that led to the dismantling of the Soviet Union. Unlike much of Marxist historical narratives which emphasize the forces of history; the author shows that it’s individuals who shape events and are shaped by them. A different person than Gorbachev could have turned the tide in a different direction and left us a different world than we have today. This is a history book that teaches lessons not just about the Soviet Union but about human history in general.
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