Another “TURLER” omega constellation calendar (ref.2943) in my collection

Hello all members

Omega first produced the constellation reference with the date feature which is the model “constellation calendar” in 1957.
Only 25,000 has been produced in the steel (ref. 2943) and goldcap case (ref. 2943) and 18k gold case (ref. 2943 / 2954), also with the grand luxe 18k model (ref. 16995 and ref. 2988).
All these four references used the caliber 504 with 24 jewels.

Today I would like to share my new incoming which is reference 2943-1 SC.


It was the gold cap case with the gold hands and hour-markers.
The movement number was 16,881,xxx using caliber 504 (24 jewels).
I believe that it was produced in 1959 too because I found an extract from the archives from another 18k ref.2954 with the movement number 17,075,515 produced on 16 November 1959.



In my opinion, the dial was original and untouched dome dial with TURLER.
The hour-markers were original and matched with the original luminous hands.
The signed crystal was original too with some scratches.
The decagonal crown should be the modern replacement crown because it is not “flat-footed.”
Caliber 504 looks quite clean and I sent to a watchmaker to be serviced.
The case was some polished in the past but still okay for the gold cap case.


More macro photography of the hour-markers:
I am not sure, even in-person examination, that these markers made from ONYX or tritium, or ….?

It appears black at some angles


“TURLER” signed watch which is “double-signed” omega usually bears the name of the retailer on the dial; however, it comes down to the personal preference.
I did not pay any premium but I am lucky to find it.
Interestingly, my research could not find another ref.2943 with the “TURLER” added, but I compared with another two examples (both Constellation and Seamaster) from the same period (1959-1960). Mine was the middle one, It looks identical so I believe in the authenticity.


I notice that the font of ref. 2943 can show the obviously “serif font”, while some doesn’t like an example that previously owned by @cristos71 .


Another example that I found in all steel and the nice steel case with gold hardware from @Dr No .
Please note the same pattern of hour-markers and hands.



Finally, my wrist shot:



Thanks @hoipolloi , @MtV , @seekingseaquest , @Peemacgee , @Dr No , and many other experts that I discussed via p.m.

Thank you for your comments and suggestions what these hour-markers made of?
Best,
Teerapat

Very nice @qazwsx1

I suspect the indices are radium filled, like the hands.

I am with you on this.

Congrats on this beauty and many thanks for sharing all your research 👍

Thanks for your comment @Peemacgee , @Tony C. and @duffy7 .

@Peemacgee and @duffy7 , it’s likely to be radium as you mentioned.

May I add another ref.2943 / 2954, 18k gold with the same dial pattern.


I am not really sure that for only 18k model (ref.2943 / 2954) the indices can be the “onyx” too?
These two examples, but of the different type of hour hand.
The first one was owned by @cristos71.


May I call @cristos71 to share some closeup pics of the indices?😁

Thx @gbesq , I still need this hobnail to my collection 😲

The chamfered indices with ‘filling’ are usually lume (either radium or later, tritium) the vertical ended indices with black inserts are usually onyx.

With 18k cases, if the inserts are slightly wider than normal and flat on top and the dial golden in colour, this will also be an 18k dial and known as a ‘deluxe’ watch.
If the onyx insert has a ‘prismatic’ ridge along the top it is unlikely to be a deluxe watch with an 18k dial (even if it is gold in colour)

unfortunately, neither picture is clear enough to assess the inserts accurately

Its interesting to see all that info about the adjustments on the rotor. Its a beautiful watch

Tried photographing mine, not sure if these help but here you go:

Thanks @watched , @nkhandekar , @FREDMAYCOIN and @Zman4eva .

@FREDMAYCOIN , May I see more closeup pictures (via loupe) of indices?

I will try a bit later!

Are the inserts on the indices in the original posting made of amber? Topaz? They are so sharply faceted that I want to think that they are a semi-precious gem.

Dibs 🥰

@bardamu , nice example 😀
DIBS too !!

Just received mine into the collection. I've been eyeing the 2943 1SC and wanted the stainless case. I'm not going to lie, being one of 25,000 produced makes me feel a wee bit special.

I'll swap the royal blue shark leather Eichmuller band when I can get my hands on a vintage omega silver buckle and leather band. Not sure how fond I am of the blue on this beautiful patina combination.