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.

It has a distinctive monocoque - or one-piece - tonneau case and royal blue dial. Its monocoque 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.

The case presents as just short of perfect mint. The dial has been meticulously restored - the printing could pass as Omega factory done to the naked eye.

The movement has been freshly fully overhauled by a Master Watchmaker. Amazingly, after about half a century, it is keeping time more accurately than most new luxury watches in our testing position.

For the finishing touch we have installed a new calfskin 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.

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, 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
• Year built: c. 1972
• Model: Constellation, Ref. 167.015
• Functions: Hours, Minutes, Sweep Seconds, Automatic
• Designed for: Men
• Case material: Stainless steel
• Case markings (outside): 167.015, Waterproof, Tool 105
• Case condition: It presents as just short of mint with light signs of previous polishing to the back so the wording is partially intact. On the wrist it presents as mint.
• Dial: Royal blue, steel applique baton indices topped with white for readability, signed Omega
• Dimensions: 34.1mm wide (excluding crown), 38.2mm long lug tip to tip
• Hands: Original steel batons
• Movement type: Caliber 551, 24 jewels, copper colored, adjusted to five positions
• Jewels: 24 rubies
• Beat frequency: 19,800 BPH
• Band: Calfskin 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: 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. Amazingly, after about half a century, it is keeping time more accurately than most new luxury watches in our testing 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 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