Omega Constellation watch

1970’s OMEGA Constellation Chronometer Rare Vintage Mens Cal. 551 Watch – Stainless Steel Gorgeous Restored Condition – Fully Omega Today’s offering showcases this rather rare and interesting example of a ref. 167.015 vintage Constellation. Tonneau Constellations are one of the few that have a more rectangular dress watch appearance. It is fully Omega and presents in gorgeous restored condition. Our photos couldn’t begin to do it justice. It has a distinctive monococque – or one-piece – tonneau case and royal blue dial. Its monococque case, a less often seen design for a Constellation from the era, when new achieved high water resistance ratings by not having a separate case back. Powering the watch is Omega’s officially certified chronometer caliber 551 movement. Powering the watch is Omega’s top-tier caliber 551 with 24 jewels (seven more than in many similar Omega’s) and quick-setting date, one of the last superior 500’s series movements used before Omega began trying to reduce their costs. Omega’s 500 series was one of the finest mass produced automatics from the era. It has just finished a true expertly done restoration. It presents as just short of perfect mint with light signs of previous polishing to the back. On the wrist it presents as gorgeous mint. The dial has been meticulously restored – the printing could pass as Omega factory done to the naked eye. As part of the restoration the movement has been freshly fully overhauled by a Master Watchmaker. It is running very strong and true, keeping time essentially on par with a new Omega in our testing recording position. For the finishing touch we have installed a new leather band and aftermarket leather strap making it ready for immediate enjoyment. Our friend and Connie expert Desmond Guilfoyle did a wonderful brief post on this model on his Omega Constellation Collectors blog, the premier Connie blog resource. A nearly five decade old Omega that looks like new! Omega watches: Celebrating humanity’s supreme achievements and performances, from man’s landing on the moon to the Olympic competitions, Omega watches have been prized for generations by those seeking the most precise timepieces in the world. Since its creation in 1848 by Louis Brandt, Omega has relentlessly pursued watchmaking perfection, earning worldwide honors and fame. Worn on the wrists of Michael Schumacher, Pierce Brosnan, Michael Phelps, Ernie Els, Omega watches rank with those from Rolex. Of Omega’s various very fine models, the Constellation is their flagship. Detailed Appraisal: Manufacturer: Omega Country of origin: Switzerland Year built: c. 1972 Model: Constellation, Ref. 167.015 Functions: Hours, Minutes, Automatic Designed for: Men Case material: Stainless steel Case condition: It presents as just short of perfect mint with light signs of previous polishing to the back. On the wrist it presents as gorgeous mint. Dial: Royal blue, steel applique dart indices topped with white for readability, signed Omega Dimensions: 34.1mm wide (excluding crown), 38.2mm long lug tip to tip Hands: Original, whitened steel “”dauphines”” Movement type: Caliber 551, 24 jewels, copper colored, adjusted to five positions Jewels: 24 rubies Beat frequency: 19,800 BPH Band: Leather, fully stitched, padded, brand new and unworn with aftermarket Omega style buckle We also stock lizard and a variety of other straps in various prints, skins, and colors. Please ask us if you’re interested. Width between lugs: 18mm Crystal: Acrylic, original, signed Omega, excellent condition Serviced: Yes, freshly overhauled by a Master Watchmaker. Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. It is running very strong and true, keeping time essentially on par with a new Omega in our testing recording position. Box/Papers: BOX – Connoisseur of Time watch presentation box; PAPERS – Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity; New timing certificate SKU 9845