1967 Omega Constellation classic Automatic Chronometer Date Model 168.018 with silvered Dial and Bracelet

Product Code: AWCOM2842

Availability:Out of stock

This Watch

We always have a great Constellation or two in stock but this is the first of the original 35mm Round stubby lug model. A stainless steel Omega officially certified chronometer timepiece with date and day function. The most spectacular original silvered effect dial and straight, bold onyx type batons with sword type hands. Rare original unpolished condition with that bracelet option. Omega case reference 168.018.

In house, signed Omega chronometer rated  calibre 564 with quick date change, all in a 35mm screw back case.

A classic design and  excellent example of a tried and tested favourite from the 1960s.

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Extra Points 

Formerly known as the La Generale Watch Co. it was founded by Louis Brandt in La Chaux-de-Fonds in 1848. In 1903 they renamed the company Omega until 1982 when they officially changed their name to Omega SA. They are part of the Swiss Swatch Group. Louis Brandt, who established the firm in 1848 in La Chax de Fonds. In 1903, the company changed it's name to Omega, becoming the only watch brand in history to have been named after one its own movements. A full-fledged manufacturer of highly accurate, affordable and reliable watches, its sterling reputation enabled them to be chosen as the first watch company to time the Olympic Games beginning in 1932. Its continued focus on precision and reliability ultimately led their Speedmaster chronograph to be chosen by the NASA in 1965, the first watch worn on the moon.


Constellation was initially released as model 168.009 in December 1964. The first C-Shapes, designed by Gérald Genta, were indeed powered by the non-quickset date calibre 561 and examples of calibre 561-powered Cs were produced until around the middle of 1966. Somewhere during the history of this model (quite early if available evidence is to be believed) the model description morphed into case number 168.017. Many cases from the earlier production period can be seen with the number 168.009/017 or with both numbers stamped on the inner case back. Later calibre 564 C-Shape case backs often show only 168.017. This particular watch is the rarer day / date version, model  168018 with chronometer caliber . Constellations powered by calibre 564 started reaching the shops in the first half of 1966: the C-Shaped and 35mm round models being the earliest cases to house the movement. Also housing calibre 564 was the new monocoque (one shell) series that featured the some of last of the pie pan dials along with more contemporary flat dials.


What we think

The Omega Constellation is a favourite among collectors. This classic 1960s / 70s vintage watch is one of the finest we have seen in some years. If you're looking for an affordable, attractive and reliable vintage watch, you'd be pushed to find a better example.

About as good a vintage high grade, preowned Omega officially certified chronometer as you will find. All original and unpolished with bracelet option.  Fully serviced by us in our on site workshop and running strongly. Perfect for the vintage watch collector and can be switched from bracelet to strap at your leisure. A rare dial to find and extra bracelet option - a real find! Plus, the date version for those who need to know what day it really is! why buy new when vintage looks this good.


  

Spec Stuff

Serial : 2527####
Reference : 168.018
Movement :  Cal 564, 24 Jewels
Age : 1960/69
Specific Age : 1967
Case Size : 35mm
Case Thickness : 12mm
Lug to Lug :
 40mm
Lugs :
 19mm
Condition :
 Pre-Owned
Box & Papers :
No
Case Material :
 Stainless Steel
Service History :
 12-Months NON-Waterproof service cover 

1967 Omega Constellation classic Automatic Chronometer Date Model 168.018 with silvered Dial and Bracelet