WHY WE CURATED IT:
Before Speedmasters, the most notable Omegas were Constellations—Omega’s first chronometers to reach mass production and a collector favourite till today. All Constellations were chronometers and feature an engraving on the caseback with an observatory and 8 stars signifying the 8 awards Omega won prior. Gerald Genta designed the 1st pie-pan ones, as well as this 3rd case variant dubbed “C” for the case sides resembling two mirrored Cs. A distinctive style with great sporty presence pre-dating the popular Seiko turtles. The example here is from 1969, the second C variant with an updated calibre and ultra-versatile all-silver presentation and exceptional legibility with black hands and faceted indices and onyx stone inlays. In great condition for its age and destined to serve as your trusty timekeeper for many years to come.
CONDITION:
8.5/10, with light hairlines and a few tiny nicks. Appears to be unpolished with broad bevels, sharp case lines and edges and visible radial brushing on the bezel. Hands, indices and dial text pristine. Original Omega-signed Hesalite crystal has minimal fine hairlines, and dial has microscopic age spots, both visible only under a loupe. Used aftermarket strap in perfectly serviceable condition with Omega buckle. Original signed crown. Movement in good health with to-spec power reserve, low beat error, and accurate to ±10 secs/day averaged from 6 timegrapher positions.
DIMENSIONS:
35mm width excl. crown
40.7mm length incl. lugs
10.5mm thickness
19mm lug width
Visual dial width ~26.5mm
Wrist in photos is 15.8cm in circumference
CRYSTAL:
Omega-signed Hesalite
CASE:
Steel
WATER RESISTANCE:
Assumed none, as per vintage watches
STRAP:
Used aftermarket matte black croc-embossed with Omega buckle (14mm)
CALIBRE:
Omega Cal. 564 in beautiful brass-copper finish, 3-hander automatic with quickset date
COMES WITH:
Watch, aftermarket strap and Omega buckle
TERMS OF SALE:
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