Hi Omega Forums!

This is my first post and I have been obsessed with older Omegas for about a year now. I have acquired this year a couple watches. First an older Omega Seamaster Fz300 that I had service and sold, just due to lack of available parts and I wanted something that I could keep and be reliable. Second was an automatic Seamaster Calendar, but I am finding they are not that collectible and the price I paid was slim to none. The Calendar may be sold to fund the service of the find yesterday.

Yesterday's purchase I am feeling really good about. I plan to get it serviced and oiled, but right now it is keeping time down to the minute. It has the original crystal with the omega symbol. The dial has been looked about by two separate watch makers saying that it appears to be all original. My research tells me the crown is not original, but I am okay with that, as I am looking to keep if for a long time.

Just thought I would post some pics and see what you guys though and could tell me about it. It was a little hard to find this Omega Constellation-14381 without date and cross hairs online, so I am wondering about collectibility, what you all think of the movement, and of course just opinions!

Have a great day!

 

Welcome to OF! You've got a very nice watch in very decent condition. Everything looks good. Crown is original to this watch but probably needs to be replaced. Crystal seems to have a cloudy spot at 1 and needs a polish. Can't say anything about the movement without seeing it, but the 551 is one of the best. Just don't polish the case much a or at all. Enjoy it in good health!

 

I think it is probably the start of a great love affair.....
nice watch -congratulations!

 

I think that crown is original and came out of the factory with that watch. It may not be waterproofed any more but if you intend to wear it as a dress watch you don't need to change it.
New replacement often comes in 18k gold color and looks mismatched.

 

Wow, thanks for the feedback already! Much appreciated.

That is awesome to know about the crown You guys are positive that its not supposed to be one of those domed shaped ones instead? Like I said it was hard to find many of these styles. If it is what you say it is on the crown, I will just leave it, don't think I have plans of swimming or bathing with it.

My plan is to just have it cleaned and serviced, NO POLISHING. The crystal does have a little haze spot, as I am hoping it can all be buffed out. I would like to hunt down an original buckle? Any ideas what is best for that?

 

I serviced one about six weeks ago for a friend. The movements are superb and still capable of keeping excellent time. . The only thing I don't like about these Constellations is...................I don't have one!

 

That is fantastic! You serviced it yourself huh?
I just keeping hunting Craigslist day and night I am an addict.
This one popped up and the price was right so I jumped!

 

Very cool, I appreciate the information, now I don't have to go CROWN HUNTING

 

Thanks - I was given it in 2000 by my father who had swapped it in the early eighties for a camper van !! Unfortunately tho I didnt give it the respect it deserved and broke the strap playing soccer!
Can anyone tell me if that could be the original strap?
Thanks
Brian

 

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I am not sure, wish I knew more my friend. Problem is most watch stores you call just like any brick and motor place hate giving you advice because they are not making money

 

Thanks for the welcome note! I agree with everything you are saying, and I just hope the movement looks to be in great condition

 

The 14381 is a beautiful watch, the 551 movement is excellent. Enjoy it!

Here's mine in SS on a BOR bracelet. It's a double-signed Turler dial and like yours, does not have the "Officially Certified" script.

 

Beautiful watch Martini.

 

Yes, just fantastic! I will post pics of mine once serviced and cleaned up

 

I'm a little late to the party but Jason you have a very nice Constellation there. It looks all original and in excellent shape. As Martini said the 14381 is a beautiful watch and one of my favorite Constellations! Here's mine which is identical to yours...

Congratulations on a great find and enjoy your new Constellation!

 

This is very cool to see all these unique examples, they are all so fantastic!!! Love the Rose Gold