May I Have Your Advice On This Omega Constellation Deluxe

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watchfun2

·Apr 17, 2015

Dear Friends,
I have an Omega Constellation Pie Pan Deluxe Ref. 2853/2852 that comes with gold bracelet and the calibre 505 movement, for my consideration.

The watch is in good condition both functionally and physically. Its calibre 505 movement has been serviced and it looks very clean without any sign of corossion (picture unavailable).

The gold medallion at its case-back is beautiful and intact. But, the case-back has scratches with an inscription of the name of its previous owner. Is it correct that a simple polish should get rid of all this?

I have the following additional queries for your advice:
1) Is it correct that its crown is a replacement piece? If so, is it a 'proper' and acceptable replacement crown for this Constellation Deluxe model?
2) Its gold bracelet is similar to the gold bracelet used on the Constellation Grand Luxe. Is this an original gold bracelet for this Constellation Deluxe model as well?
3) Its dial shows sign of aging. How do you rate the condition of the dial and has it been redialed?
4) If this is deemed a good Constellation Deluxe worthy of purchase, what is a reasonable price to pay for it?

Thank-you in advance for your valuable advice.

Best regards,
Watchfun2

 

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MSNWatch

·Apr 17, 2015·Vintage Omega Aficionado

Original dial, nice case, and correct bracelet. I would advise buying it at the right price but would leave the caseback as is inscription and all - the rest of the watch is good enough that I would tolerate the inscription.

 

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Pahawi

·Apr 17, 2015

Cool watch - and bracelet. Make sure the bracelet is long enough as finding extra links is near impossible.

What looks like scratches below the 9 and 10 O'clock marker is just shadows from scratches on the crystal, right?

 

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dsio

·Apr 17, 2015·Ash @ ΩF

Pahawi

Cool watch - and bracelet. Make sure the bracelet is long enough as finding extra links is near impossible.

What looks like scratches below the 9 and 10 O'clock marker is just shadows from scratches on the crystal, right?

Yea was going to say just that, if you have a fat wrist like mine, make sure it fits or at least is within a couple months of dieting of fitting.

 

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watchfun2

·Apr 17, 2015

Thanks, MSNWatch,
May I know what is the right price?

 

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MSNWatch

·Apr 17, 2015·Vintage Omega Aficionado

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Thanks, MSNWatch,
May I know what is the right price?

$6-7k - closer to 7k if the bracelet is full length (fits up to an 8 inch wrist).

 

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watchfun2

·Apr 17, 2015

Thanks, Pahawi and dsio.
Thanks for the good reminder.
I believe the 'scratches' are just shadows. It is not easy to take good shots with all the reflections.

 

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watchfun2

·Apr 17, 2015

One piece was sold for US$8.3K last year!

 

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dsio

·Apr 17, 2015·Ash @ ΩF

Has this bracelet been repaired?

I know the sizing process involves gold solder but on the 6 oclock side near the clasp there's a number of links that appear like they're soldered together into a solid block which is often done on these after breakages of the bracelet, the 12 side near the clasp you can see distinct gaps between the links but not so on that 6 side near the clasp.

 

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MSNWatch

·Apr 17, 2015·Vintage Omega Aficionado

Same watch with the engraving? And is that watch that sold yellow or pink gold?

 

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watchfun2

·Apr 17, 2015

Thanks, Dsio for your sharp observation and comment. I am thankful that I seek advice from the experts here!

 

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watchfun2

·Apr 17, 2015

Sorry, MSNWatch, I don't understand your question.

 

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MSNWatch

·Apr 17, 2015·Vintage Omega Aficionado

Is this the same watch that sold on eBay? Are you trying to buy the watch or sell it?

 

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PatrickJ

·Apr 17, 2015

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One piece was sold for US$8.3K last year!

Hope it is not a redial. Ha ha?

 

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PatrickJ

·Apr 17, 2015

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Hope it is not a redial. Ha ha?

Just joking.

 

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watchfun2

·Apr 17, 2015

Hi PatrickJ,
Hopefully not. I believe the bidders would have checked that out.

 

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watchfun2

·Apr 17, 2015

No, MSNWatch, it is not the same watch sold on eBay as far as I know.
This watch is from a dealer at my place of stay.
Did you come across this watch on eBay before?

 

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watchfun2

·Apr 18, 2015

Many thanks to all for your valuable advice and comments.
Best regards.