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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.
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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.
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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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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!
Thanks. I think you're right regarding the length of the second hand. Appreciate your advice.
 
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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
Thanks.
 
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Omega logo of 2648 has rounded edges, OMEGA was printed in ink, not applied.
 
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Omega logo of 2648 has rounded edges, OMEGA was printed in ink, not applied.
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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