Today's offering showcases this prime example of "C" or third generation Constellation. The C Constellations are easily recognized because of their retro-styled tonneau cases and baton marker dials.
Its case measures 35mm in diameter, in between the sizes of the Rolex Date and Datejust models.
While the vast majority of C Constellations employed the later caliber 1011 movement, this much less common early example is powered by the Omega's top-tier caliber 564 movement, the last superior 500's series movements used before Omega began trying to reduce their costs. With a chronometer certificate in addition to its 24 jewels and a quick-setting date, it was the very top-of-the-line offering of the famous 500 series and is one of the finest mass-produced automatic movements from the era.
It has all of its original parts and has just finished a true expertly done restoration - it presents as a 9.7 out of 10.
Its case presents as mint. The back shows light signs of previous polishing. The top has perfectly crisp facets and presents like new as gorgeous mint.
Its original Omega dial has been meticulously custom refinished in Tiffany & Co. robin's egg blue - the printing could pass as Omega factory done to the naked eye.
As part of the restoration its chronometer movement has been serviced.
For the finishing touch we have installed a new calfskin leather band making it ready for immediate enjoyment.
Included with the purchase is a one-year warranty on the movement and its function, a custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity, and a new timing certificate.
The watch's page on the Omega website can be found here.
A five decade old Omega that presents on the wrist 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, and Ernie Els Omega watches rank with those from Rolex.
- Manufacturer: Omega
- Country of origin: Switzerland
- Serial no.: 28,684,007
- Year built: c. 1969
- Model: Constellation, Ref. 168.027
- Functions: Chronometer Time, Quick-Set Date, Automatic, Sweep Seconds
- Designed for: Men
- Case material: Stainless steel
- Case markings (inside): Omega Watch Co., Swiss made, Stainless Steel S.F. 168.0027
- Case condition: Presents as mint. The back shows light signs of previous polishing. The top has perfectly crisp facets and presents like new as gorgeous mint.
- Dial: Tiffany blue / turquoise, steel baton indices topped with black, signed Omega, aperture for date, expertly custom refinished
- Dimensions: 35mm wide (excluding crown), 40.5mm long lug tip to tip
- Hands: Original, blackened steel "batons"
- Movement type: Caliber 564, signed Omega, chronometer certified and adjusted to five positions for temperatures, self-winding, finished in copper-beryllium, 24 jewels, straight-line lever escapement, monometallic balance, shock absorber, self-compensating flat balance spring, micrometer regulator for precision adjustment
- Jewels: 24 rubies
- Beat frequency: 19,800 BPH
- Band: Calfskin leather (unsigned), fully stitched, padded, brand new and unused, previously equipped with what appears to be an aftermarket buckle done in an Omega style. We also stock lizard and a variety of others straps in various prints, skins, and colors. Please ask us if you're interested.
- Width between lugs: 19mm
- Crystal: Acrylic, appears original and no longer signed, excellent condition
- Serviced: Yes, freshly overhauled by a Master Watchmaker.
- Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. Your watch is important to us, and we will take care of it for its lifetime. We provide the best after sale care in the business with an experienced team of watchmakers both of whom each have over forty years of experience and a large number of parts.
- Warranty: 1-year international warranty. Please email [email protected] for details.
- Box/Papers: BOX - Connoisseur of Time watch presentation box; PAPERS - Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity; New timing certificate
- Returns: 7 days full refund. 100% satisfaction guarantee
