Omega's flagship line for decades, the Constellation represents style, luxury, attention to detail, robust function, and most of all, superior precision. Elegant and stately, it is suitable for both casual and professional dress.

Today's auction showcases this distinctively retro styled "TV" shaped Constellation chronometer in steel and 14K gold with a striking oxblood vignette color dial.

It is a very uncommon model, the first that we have owned. It is jumbo sized - it has a 37.5mm diameter without the crown and the chunky case design makes it wear even bigger.

Featuring an officially certified automatic chronometer movement with quick-set date and a robust case, this early 70's era Omega demonstrates why the Constellation was the company's flagship line.

Powering the watch is Omega's very fine, thin automatic caliber 1011 movement. It has 23 jewels and is adjusted to five positions and is double quick-set.

Because the automatic gears are integrated into the movement, instead of being mounted on top of a manual-wind caliber as was often the case, and paired with indirectly driven minute and seconds, the caliber has space in the center for a strong rotor bearing, despite the low profile.

Here are some of its features:

Very distinctive retro styled case

14K gold bezel

Pleasing oxblood red with gold markers

High grade movement officially certified as a chronometer by the C.O.S.C. and adjusted to five positions and to run accurately across a wide range of temperatures

Ultra-thin design automatic movement measuring only 4.25mm thick

Thinner rotor to reduce stress on key winding parts

Hacking feature for accurate time-setting

It has all of its original parts and has just finished a truly expertly done restoration. It presents in gorgeous condition - about a 9.6 out of 10. Our photos couldn't do it justice!

The case presents as just short of perfect mint with very slight aging on the underside of the case. Its facets present crisply. On the wrist, it presents as gorgeous mint.

Its original Omega dial has been meticulously custom refinished - the printing could pass as Omega factory done to the naked eye.

As part of the restoration, a Master Watchmaker has freshly overhauled it. It is running strong and true, keeping time nearly on par with a new Omega in our testing recording position.

For the finishing touch, we have equipped it with a brand new leather strap and aftermarket Omega style buckle making it ready for immediate enjoyment.

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

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.

A five decade old Omega that looks like new on the wrist!

Manufacturer: Omega
Country of origin: Switzerland
Serial no.: 37,301,971
Year made: c. 1973
Model: Constellation, Ref. 168.0062
Functions: Hours, Minutes, Automatic, Quick-Setting Date, Sweep Seconds
Designed for: Men
Case material: Stainless steel and 14K gold
Dimensions: 37.5mm wide (excluding crown), 42mm lug tip to tip
Case condition: Just short of perfect mint with very slight aging on the underside of the case. Its facets present crisply. On the wrist, it presents as gorgeous mint.
Dial: Oxblood vignette - oxblood red in the center that fades to black around the periphery, signed Omega with gold applique baton indices
Hands: Original, gold "batons"
Band: Leather, remborde, brand new and unworn with aftermarket Omega style buckle
Movement type: Caliber 1011, copper colored, fast beat 28,800 BPH balance system for enhanced accuracy, officially certified chronometer, 23 ruby jewels, adjusted to five positions and temperatures, micrometer regulator
Movement markings: Omega Watch Co., Swiss, Adjusted 5 positions and temperatures, 1011
Crystal: Mineral glass, original, excellent condition
Serviced: As part of the restoration, a Master Watchmaker has freshly overhauled it.
Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. It is running strong and true, keeping time nearly on par with a new Omega in our testing recording position.
Warranty: 1-year international warranty. Please email concierge@cotwatches.com for details. 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.
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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