This gold capped Omega Constellation has the beautiful calibre 564 chronometer rated movement. Model reference 168.0017
HOW DO WE DATE THIS WATCH?
From the serial number on the movement we can accurately date this watch to being made in 1968.
CONDITION
The definitive C Case, and the Constellation is why this case design is called C Case. This model was first launched in 1966 and is what most people think of when they imagine a vintage Omega Constellation. This watch was designed by Gerald Genta, who has been responsible for many great watches (Polerouter, Royal Oak, Nautilus, etc) and the smooth lines lead to naturally thick and strong lugs. A natural competitor to the Rolex Datejust in size, quality and price the Omega has the edge in being both more affordable and more practical, by having quick set date (you can not quick set the date in a pre 1977 Datejust). And although it is subjective, the movement in the Omega is the prettier of the two. The 24 jewel movement is a lovely copper colour and the movement has swan neck fine adjustment, which helped the watch meet the stringent chronometer standards. It is still running beautifully today. The dial has a couple of marks, and the star underneath the word Constellation is missing. The thick gold cap is all in good shape, and the original brick bracelet doesn’t show much wear either and will fit most wrists. The bracelet has been cleaned in our ultrasonic bath. The crown is original but has lost the gold plating, but is still completely functional.
This watch will be supplied with our branded presentation box and our Certificate of Authenticity.
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SIZE
Width with crown 37.0 mm
Width without crown 35.0 mm
Between lugs 19 mm
Lug to lug length 39.9 mm
Case Thickness 11.1 mm
Bracelet will fit a maximum wrist size of 195 mm. The bracelet can be sized for you if you give us your wrist size when placing the order.
All sizes are approximate.
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