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Catalog images courtesy Steve at www.old-omegas.com:
The earliest (1968-early '70s) used 56x and 75x movements that were essentially non-chronometer version of the movements used in the high-end lines like the Constellation; later models used 10xx movements that weren't as nice. Later ones also had varying case shapes and finishes, with some polished and/or gold plated; others that are sometimes seen are simply overpolished but used to have brushed finishes.
As oyu can see the straps/bracelets have a fairly unique design, but there are aftermarket straps available online. Omega genuine corfram straps are also available from suppliers like Otto Frei.
Here's one I used to own that's gone on to a new home recently, from the earliest type:
If you've taken a liking to them, you can still get good deals as the unique styling keeps many away and has largely discouraged fakes and frankens, though over-polished and incorrectly restored examples are out there.
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