For sale is a Swiss Made Omega Constellation Automatic Chronometer men's watch with reference number ST 168.0056, dating back to around 1972. The Constellation line, or "Connies" as Omega enthusiasts fondly refer to them, were one of the finest and most accurate lines of watches available at the time and catered for various budgets and tastes. The watch drastically changed in 1964 with the introduction of the so-called "C-shaped" case. The new design reflected the emerging trend of the 1960s toward bigger watches. The revised Connie had a minimalist dial and the lugs were fully integrated, maximising the impression of a larger case.
This is an example of such iconic watch with a C-Shape case designed by Géralt Genta, who is known for designing some of the most prominent watches out today (Patek Philippe Nautilus, Audemars Piguet Royal Oak, ...). The 34.5mm case itself is made of stainless steel. The dial on this particular example comes in light grey with a gorgeous subtle vertically brushed steel finish, and features a date window at the 3 O'Clock position. The glass is not your typical domed crystal like most C-shape models, but rather a flat pane. The dial itself sits fairly deeply recessed in the case, giving the overall watch face some more dimension. The date can be quickly adjusted by pulling the crown to the first position. Inside the watch we find a caliber 1011 automatic movement that is chronometer certified. The crown is original and bears the Omega logo. On the back of the case we find the famous medallion featuring The Observatory of Geneva crowned by a Constellation of eight stars, evoking the numerous exploits of Omega in world chronometer competition.
The example sold here has been worn throughout its life, but is still in lovely condition considering its age. You will find some slight marks on the case when closely examining the watch. The case is unpolished and therefore in original shape, with sharp edges and curves. The dial is fairly spotless, but the hour hand is missing its lume and the seconds hand has lost its shine a bit towards the tip. Please study the pictures in this listing well: they show the watch in the condition that it is in, with no digital enhancements to make it look better than it is. We are sure that you like honesty, and so do we. Functionally, the watch has been serviced prior to sale and is working perfectly. It comes fitted to a brand new dark brown leather strap.
The watch comes without any paperwork or original box, but evidently we will provide a generic box to ship it to the buyer safe and sound. The item ships from Belgium and will be securely packaged and dispatched using the local postal service (BPost).
For sale is a Swiss Made Omega Constellation Automatic Chronometer men's watch with reference number ST 168.0056, dating back to around 1972. The Constellation line, or "Connies" as Omega enthusiasts fondly refer to them, were one of the finest and most accurate lines of watches available at the time and catered for various budgets and tastes. The watch drastically changed in 1964 with the introduction of the so-called "C-shaped" case. The new design reflected the emerging trend of the 1960s toward bigger watches. The revised Connie had a minimalist dial and the lugs were fully integrated, maximising the impression of a larger case.
This is an example of such iconic watch with a C-Shape case designed by Géralt Genta, who is known for designing some of the most prominent watches out today (Patek Philippe Nautilus, Audemars Piguet Royal Oak, ...). The 34.5mm case itself is made of stainless steel. The dial on this particular example comes in light grey with a gorgeous subtle vertically brushed steel finish, and features a date window at the 3 O'Clock position. The glass is not your typical domed crystal like most C-shape models, but rather a flat pane. The dial itself sits fairly deeply recessed in the case, giving the overall watch face some more dimension. The date can be quickly adjusted by pulling the crown to the first position. Inside the watch we find a caliber 1011 automatic movement that is chronometer certified. The crown is original and bears the Omega logo. On the back of the case we find the famous medallion featuring The Observatory of Geneva crowned by a Constellation of eight stars, evoking the numerous exploits of Omega in world chronometer competition.
The example sold here has been worn throughout its life, but is still in lovely condition considering its age. You will find some slight marks on the case when closely examining the watch. The case is unpolished and therefore in original shape, with sharp edges and curves. The dial is fairly spotless, but the hour hand is missing its lume and the seconds hand has lost its shine a bit towards the tip. Please study the pictures in this listing well: they show the watch in the condition that it is in, with no digital enhancements to make it look better than it is. We are sure that you like honesty, and so do we. Functionally, the watch has been serviced prior to sale and is working perfectly. It comes fitted to a brand new dark brown leather strap.
The watch comes without any paperwork or original box, but evidently we will provide a generic box to ship it to the buyer safe and sound. The item ships from Belgium and will be securely packaged and dispatched using the local postal service (BPost).
