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  1. Nemlap May 8, 2020

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    I am contemplating purchasing my first vintage Constellation but have a strong suspicion that what I am looking at is a dud. Claim is it's a 1952 2648-1. The movement and case back confirm that but the dial looks suspicious to me - namely the raised Omega font, which I am pretty sure isn't consistent with the year of production. If you could share your views I'd be grateful. Pics below. FB_IMG_1588931147063.jpg FB_IMG_1588931223659.jpg FB_IMG_1588931192637.jpg FB_IMG_1588931173994.jpg
     
  2. gatorcpa ΩF InvestiGator Staff Member May 8, 2020

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    Impossible to say much from the odd angle of the pictures. I can tell you this much:

    1. Dial is too clean for an almost 70 year old watch.

    2. The case has been severely polished. The bezel on a stainless steel case should have a sharp crease. On this example it’s almost gone.

    3. The hands are of the correct style, but I think they have been replaced. Same is true of the crown.

    This far from a collector grade example and the price should reflect that.
    gatorcpa
     
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  3. Passover May 8, 2020

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    Hi and welcome on board!

    Clearly a redial IMO, look at the poor printing quality

    Lugs quite polished.

    Hands look wrong, at least the second hand is too long.

    Pass!
     
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  4. Nemlap May 8, 2020

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    Thanks. I think you're right regarding the length of the second hand. Appreciate your advice.
     
  5. Nemlap May 8, 2020

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    Thanks.
     
  6. hoipolloi Vintage Omega Connoisseur May 8, 2020

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    Omega logo of 2648 has rounded edges, OMEGA was printed in ink, not applied.
     
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  7. Nemlap May 8, 2020

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    Absolutely re the ink. I did of digging around and thought that might be the case but I am new to this which is why I came to this forum. Thanks everyone for your feedback!
     
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