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.

Included with the purchase is a one-year C.O.T. international warranty on the movement and its function, a full-page custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity, and a new timing certificate.

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.

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
vCrystal: 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. 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 extremely experienced team of four Master Watchmakers all of whom each have over thirty-five years of experience and a large number of parts. One used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealership and was given special training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center.
Warranty: 1-year international warranty. Please email concierge@cotwatches.com for details.
Box/Papers: BOX - Connoisseur of Time watch presentation box; PAPERS - Custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity; New timing certificate
Returns: 7 days full refund. 100% satisfaction guarantee

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee for all of our watches. If you are in any way unsatisfied with the watch we will fully refund the purchase price anytime within 7 days after the watch has been received. Our goal is to exceed our client's expectations throughout the buying experience.

All watches are packaged carefully and mailed double boxed in specially constructed, reinforced shipping boxes designed for high value items. All watches are sent fully insured with signature required. Most of our domestic shipping is done through FedEx. At times we will also use USPS Express Mail, and we can accommodate most requests for your preferred carrier. International shipments are sent USPS International Express Mail or FedEx.

The purchase price will be the declared value of the merchandise on any required customs forms. The payment of all customs duties, tariffs, and taxes are the responsibility of the buyer.

Also note that water resistance of vintage watches can no longer be guaranteed and is not covered under the watch's warranty. We do not recommend getting a vintage watch wet, even one that was originally designed to be waterproof.

To get an idea of how this watch will look on the wrist, please use the Watch Sizing Guide

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