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Inherited Constellation Pie Pan - 2782-10sc / 354

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I recently inherited this omega constellation. It was my great grandfather’s who purchased it new. From what I can tell, it’s from the 50s and is the gold capped style.

The watch band was severely corroded and the watch itself wasn’t working. My father had it serviced to restore the functionality (no major damage was found) and the band was salvaged as best as it could be. Aside from the internal service and band cleaning, nothing else has been done to the watch. The bottom of the case has the numbers “51499” etched into it and there is a small scratch on the glass. Otherwise, most blemishes seem like they could be polished out.

Unfortunately, I don’t have a picture of the inside of the watch, but I plan on getting one as soon as I have a professional open it up.

I have no intentions of selling this watch as it’s sentimental value is far greater than its dollar value, but I’d love to know any information about the watch that you all might be able to provide (identification, dating, model numbers, servicing / maintenance / restoration advice and valuations). Thank you in advance!

-Moon Man
 
SkunkPrince
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I can tell you that your bracelet is pretty much worn out. You can get another from Omega.
 
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It's presumably a ref 2852, almost certainly from the late 1950s; it looks to be in great shape. It'd have a cal 505 inside, and it looks to have had its crown replaced at some point.

For a service: please don't get it *restored*, as most watchmakers would take that as a sign they should polish the case and work on the hands and dial. This is a good example of a fairly highly regarded model, and should be left as original as possible. Request a crystal polish and a movement service, and that's it; the case, dial and hands should be left alone. If you tell us where you are, members here can likely recommend watchmakers near you.
 
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Wlcutter Wlcutter
It's presumably a ref 2852, almost certainly from the late 1950s; it looks to be in great shape. It'd have a cal 505 inside, and it looks to have had its crown replaced at some point.
It could also have a 19 jewel cal. 501 inside. Both movements were used by Omega for this reference.

I have seen so many older Constellations with the “clover” crown, I tend to think that it was original or at worst a service replacement. The 10-sided crowns should be available if you want to swap it out.

Otherwise, you have a nice original Omega watch. We all will be interested in seeing what is inside, so please bring a camera when you visit the watchmaker.
gatorcpa
 
Hijak
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“SCORE!” Wow, very nice watch.🥰 Congratulations on inheriting a beautiful watch in nice condition.👍
 
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Could be a 2782 bumper like mine:

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Nice watch! Brown leather band is a nice compliment.


gatorcpa gatorcpa
It could also have a 19 jewel cal. 501 inside. Both movements were used by Omega for this reference.

I have seen so many older Constellations with the “clover” crown, I tend to think that it was original or at worst a service replacement. The 10-sided crowns should be available if you want to spawnit out.

Otherwise, you have a nice original Omega watch. We all will be interested in seeing what is inside, so please bring a camera when you visit the watchmaker.
gatorcpa

Thank you, I’ll be sure to update.
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kaplan
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It's probably one of the best Constellation's you can inherit, rarity-wise

Like others said, probably best to just do nothing to the watch, most things done to watches just lower the value 🙁
 
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What a great heirloom, congrats!

On this occasion, I assume it will be non-controversial to point out that it's not a pie-pan? 😉
[Sorry OP, it's an inside joke.]
 
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As above, not actually a pie pan. But it does look fully original and pre ~1957 when they changed over to the ER spelling. A very nice thing indeed. I like it. I like it a lot.
 
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Dan S Dan S
What a great heirloom, congrats!

On this occasion, I assume it will be non-controversial to point out that it's not a pie-pan? 😉
[Sorry OP, it's an inside joke.]

I'm new here, and I didn't know about the inside joke, but I was going to point it out.... now I don't have to...

But that watch is quite lovely, I only inherited a TV Benrus.
 
Hijak
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Although it does have the arrow head hour markers, very nice!🥰
 
Moon man
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Dan S Dan S
What a great heirloom, congrats!

On this occasion, I assume it will be non-controversial to point out that it's not a pie-pan? 😉
[Sorry OP, it's an inside joke.]

padders padders
As above, not actually a pie pan. But it does look fully original and pre ~1957 when they changed over to the ER spelling. A very nice thing indeed. I like it. I like it a lot.

After a little research, I was able to determine the difference between my watch and a true “pie pan” dial. Appreciate the tip!

Hijak Hijak
Although it does have the arrow head hour markers, very nice!🥰

Thanks Hijak 😀
 
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By the way, welcome to the forums! You've already seen there's a huge depth of both expertise and enthusiasm here -- hope you'll stick around, keep us posted, and contribute when you can. It's a fun community!
 
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