A modern classic, the Manhattan style Constellation is improved by adding a mechaquartz chronograph.  Model reference 386.1201

HOW DO WE DATE THIS WATCH?

From the serial number on the case back we can accurately date this watch to being made in 1998.

CONDITION

From the early eighties until to day, the Constellation model has the ‘claws’ on either side of the case.  Originally they were there to hold the sapphire crystal on, but now they are purely cosmetic.  This Constellation has a mechaquartz chronograph, which has quartz regulation and battery power but a mechanical chronograph functions.  This gives you the feedback via the pushers, and instant response, but with the convenience of a quartz grab and go watch.  Omega used their calibre 1270, which was heavily based on a Piguet design.  We will install a brand new battery before sending the watch out to the new owner.  The dial has a lattice pattern around the subdials, and constant seconds at 6 (which also has a cut out for the date window).  The bracelet, reference 1550/860, will be cleaned in our ultrasonic bath, and one link is missing the polished centre as pointed out on the video.  The gold Omega logo is still in place on the clasp.  This watch was promoted by Ernie Els at the time.

This watch will be supplied with the original presentation box and our Certificate of Authenticity.

Please see the HD video for more detail.  All photos and videos are part of the description and are of the actual watch unless mentioned.  We do not photoshop any pictures, and the images are copyright of birthyearwatches.com and should not be used without permission.

​SIZE

Width with crown  40.0 mm

Width without crown  36.7 mm

Lug to lug length  39.6 mm

Case Thickness  10.7 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.

Included with this watch is a 3 month guarantee and free delivery to UK addresses.  If you live outside the UK we can still deliver to most countries.  Please see our Worldwide Shipping information, or Contact Us.   Payment can be made by most credit or debit cards, bank transfer or PayPal.

From 1st September 2021 we will be planting a tree for every watch we sell, working with the International Tree Foundation (Est 1922) to make this business positive on carbon.  By buying anything pre owned you are effectively reusing what already exists, but this takes it further and makes us feel good.

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