I'dlike to re-introduce the forum to this: initially owned (within this community) @gatorcpa and then by @ulackfocus, this is Omega's contribution to ultra thin movements. Quoting Desmond (@mondodec) "Calibre 711 super flat came in solid gold and stainless steel cases, while the super flat 712 without second hand was available in solid yellow and white gold and stainless steel. Anton Kreuzer refers to the 712 on page 199 of his book “Omega Designs”, mentioning that the certified chronometer movement was exclusive to the Constellation model. He doesn’t, however, reveal that that it was not manufactured in the Omega factory but by Edward Piguet/Rayville SA-Montres Blancpain the closely knitted duet that were merged along with Omega and other brands to form the SSIH group in 1961. Stretching the point a little, it could be argued that the movement is still a ‘manufacture’ rather than ebauche because the SSIH conglomerate produced it." This is the Constellation 157.0001, using cal 712, without a second hand. Dennis is an ultra-thin collector (no, im not referring to his girth, someone can insert an appropriately photoshopped image here......) and its an area that I didnt have much knowledge/appreciation of, but strapping it to my wrist it is SO much thinner than my other Connies (5xx series). I can understand why Dennis liked collecting these, and Im sure I'll be after another ultra-thin very soon. The lack of a second hand is also really nice, it gives the watch a 'serene' feeling, because there is no frantically busy second hand moving 5 times a second. The hands just move slowly, serenely, without me noticing, yet keeping time perfectly. So please, show me your ultra-thins and watches without second hands (any brands).
More photos. I'm going to call the dial "sea grass" - those Aussies who have been watching The Block will understand
Actually, it was Steve / cicindela who owned it before me. And yes, I've put on a few pounds the last few years.
Very interesting post, and a very nice watch! I have generally steered clear of ultra-thin watches, but have long admired their technology, and generally understated designs. I do own one, however, the rare pink gold V&C reference shown below. I say rare not only because there are so few examples seen, but because it is 35mm (big for an UT), has a central second hand (uncommon for UTs), and has a fine, engine turned bezel. Cheers, Tony C.
It's a nice watch and I've seen it, but never owned it. It has a similar dial to the domed Ref. 168.0065 in Desmond's essay, but not the same. gatorcpa
Here's another - a cal 711 square Omega De Ville (161.021) that I bought from Norman about 2 years ago. I like it - very thin, slightly quirky, loads of charm.
Nothing beats Piaget and their suuuuuper thin movements It may be even thinner than the Omega hesalite crystal hahaha
Ah I forgot this one. JLC says this is "ultra thin" but it isn't all that thin really, being 9.3mm thick. In fact, the newer "ultra thin" version of the RdM is slightly thicker at 9.9mm. I guess for JLC, anything <10mm qualifies as "thin".
7.5mm No second hand. I had this for a while, picked it up from Watchco for less than a cup of coffee. Now passed to a lady friend who is into 30s style.
No mere girls watch this one, it was presented to a Major of United States Marines by his "Bastards of the Pacific". Nice and slim at an impressive 5.8mm.
