1973 Omega Constellation Chronometer Rare Vintage Mens Automatic Watch - Stainless Steel

Omega

Item No. 8659

Today's offering showcases this cool example of a rare vintage ref. 155.0013 Constellation.

It is fully Omega and presents in spectacular restored condition. Our photos couldn't do it justice.

It has a striking faceted angular case accented with soft lines around the beautiful Tiffany & Co. robin's egg blue color dial.

Tonneau Constellations are one of the few that have a more rectangular dress watch appearance.

Powering the watch is one of Omega's officially certified chronometer caliber 700 series movements, the thinnest automatic chronometer movement ever made by the company.

The 700 series has a direct lineage to the celebrated 500 series, and is arguably as good, and collectors are beginning to recognize it accordingly. It was the last very fine movement series of its kind before Omega began to make budget cuts because of the quartz revolution.

It has just finished a true expertly done restoration.

The case presents as just short of perfect mint. The ends of the lugs have light aging. Otherwise it presents as gorgeous mint with perfect facets and lines. The dial has been meticulously custom refinished - the printing could pass as Omega factory done to the naked eye.

The original movement has been freshly fully overhauled by a Master Watchmaker. Photos of the inside available upon request.

For the finishing touch we have installed a new leather band 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.

This rare watch's page on the Omega website can be found here.

A nearly half-century 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, and 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
  • Serial no.: 36,993,569
  • Year built: c. 1973
  • Model: Constellation, Ref. 155.0013
  • Functions: Hours, Minutes, Automatic
  • Designed for: Men
  • Case material: Stainless steel
  • Case markings (inside): Omega Watch Co., Swiss made, Acier Inoxydable, 155.0013
  • Case condition: Presents as just short of perfect mint. The ends of the lugs have light aging. Otherwise it presents as gorgeous mint with perfect facets and lines.
  • Dial: Tiffany & Co. robin's egg blue / turquoise, steel applique baton indices topped with black for readability, signed Omega
  • Dimensions: 32mm wide (excluding crown), 37mm long lug tip to tip
  • Hands: Original, blackened steel batons
  • Movement type: Caliber 711/12, 24 jewels, copper colored, chronometer grade. It is one of the 711 movements that was worked into chronometer grade form by Omega.
  • Jewels: 24 rubies
  • Beat frequency: 19,800 BPH
  • Band: Leather, fully stitched, padded, brand new and unworn. 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: Mineral glass, mint 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 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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