Omega Constellation 168.010 -serviced- 625€

Good evening,

for sale here is an 1960s Omega Constellation 168.010 with a heavy, champagne / eggshell patina. I‘m certain it has been worn a lot, but it has also stayed original and was likely taken care of - multiple inscriptions in the case back suggest regular services all the way to the late 90s. As to how the dial turned this color I’m absolutely clueless.



The Watch

Omega Constellation
Reference: 168.010
Movement: cal. 561 automatic, date
Serial: 23896843
Year: 1966
Case: 35mm stainless steel - slightly larger than the regular 34mm Connies from that time.
Dial: depending on the light, eggshell or champagne colored, heavily patinated. SS furniture, applied omega logo.
Strap: Navy leather, brand new. Note that I also have a 19mm 1503/527 BoR for it that can be discussed separately.
Price: 625€



Condition

Dial & Hands: Original dial, heavily patinated. The patina is very even on the whole dial, which makes it attractive in my book. All the writing is fully intact, see close-ups down below. Hands also show degradation, indices are well intact.

Case: Original 35mm stainless steel case, I don’t think it has been polished. Chamfers and edges are sharp, small scratches and signs of wear all around, especially on the lugs, no major damage though and an overall consistent condition.

Crown: Original Omega crown which I believe is correct for the ref. Omega-logo on the crown clearly visible.

Crystal: Generic crystal in good condition.

Movement: Original cal. 561 automatic in very good shape. Rotor wear and some aging visible, but that’s from before the full service that was performed in 04/2021, the receipt for which will of course be delivered with the watch. It runs accordingly. I don’t have proof of the previous service history but I do consider the inscriptions on the case back authentic, which indicate at least 4 services from the 70s - 90s.

Strap: Dark navy leather, a 1503/527 BoR possibly also available.


Seller Reviews

Plenty reviews available here, but either my username is too short to use the search function for that or I’m not handling the forum software eloquently enough, which is entirely possible. Anyway:

https://omegaforums.net/threads/mtv-is-a-perfect-seller-and-a-gentleman.129023/
https://omegaforums.net/threads/a-wonderful-transaction-with-mtv.129099/
https://omegaforums.net/threads/recommended-mtv-is-a-great-seller.129008/
https://omegaforums.net/threads/great-experience-with-mtv.128707/
https://omegaforums.net/threads/pleseant-transaction-with-mtv.128563/
https://omegaforums.net/threads/smooth-transaction-with-mtv.125454/
https://omegaforums.net/threads/mtv-is-a-great-seller.127615/#post-1724346
https://omegaforums.net/threads/great-transaction-with-mtv.119998/#post-1603079
https://omegaforums.net/threads/mtv-is-a-great-great-seller.115237/
https://omegaforums.net/threads/mtv-is-a-great-seller.118955/#post-1610885
https://omegaforums.net/threads/mtv-is-a-brilliant-seller.119214/#post-1590116
https://omegaforums.net/threads/mtv-recommended-seller.118712/#post-1581899
https://omegaforums.net/threads/mtv-is-a-great-seller.118955/#post-1585630
https://omegaforums.net/threads/matt-mtv-is-a-terrific-seller.120993/
https://omegaforums.net/threads/many-thanks-to-mtv-great-seller.123761/
https://omegaforums.net/threads/mtv-a-very-good-seller.131177/

I’m also happy to provide multiple positive feedback on another watch forum, as well as a verification through my eBay-account that has been standing for 19 years, with >1900 reviews, 100% positive. Please do ask.


Payment, Shipping & Returns

Payment is accepted via PayPal F&F, bank transfer, Transferwise or cash in person - PayPal G&S for established members only please. A coffee would be included in a personal transaction.

I'm asking

625€

Also open for trades, especially for 50s & 60s Omegas.

The watch is located in Germany. Tracked and insured shipping is usually

6€ nationally
16€ within the EU/GB/Switzerland
~50€ to the rest of the world

Happy to ship wherever, get in touch and I'm sure we can figure something out.

No returns unless I misrepresented the watch in any way.

If there are any questions, please do reach out. And, as always, thanks @OF for the space!

Here are some pictures - feel free to ask for more. 😀

Love that term!

The parchment dial is now sold and on its way to Lithuania. Thanks OF for the space. 😀

I don’t usually do patina either but I think someone got themselves a whole lot of watch for a very good price.

Congrats to the seller and buyer! Yes, I like a nice even patina like this, but the more typical spots just look like damage.