Omega Constellation Pie Pan Dial from 1966

Gamma11 · Oct 9, 2020

Hi! Posting here for the first time and also trying to get into grips with the plethora of data available here as well on the internet as a whole regarding watches. Recently I found out about my grandfather's old Omega watch and while he does not remember much about it, there is a certificate in the box stating the year 1966 ,so am assuming that is the manufacturing year I am trying to find out the exact model that the watch is. Based on the data I referred to I feel this may be a 168.010. Would appreciate any help /views on the same! Thanks in advance!
Also the movement number according to the certificate is - 24 xxx xxxx
Note - I don't want to try removing the back case as I have never done it before and don't want to damage the watch☺

Tom Dick · Oct 9, 2020

Lovely looking watch is superb condition, movement number matches to date. Looks like treasured example.

Hope it is a keeper for you.

Tom

Noddyman · Oct 9, 2020

That looks to be an absolute stunner!

It’s a 168.006 de luxe with either a cal 561 or 564 movement ... most likely a 561.

More info here;
https://download1648.mediafire.com/...0d9l7/Omega+Constellation+Deluxe+Dials+V4.pdf
And here about Constellations in general;
http://omega-constellation-collectors.blogspot.com/

I would like to see some clearer pics if you have any?

ConElPueblo · Oct 9, 2020

Your grandfather has class. Give the old guy an appreciative nod from me when you see him next time :thumbsup:

nickgr · Oct 9, 2020

Your grandfather certainly has good taste :thumbsup:

Shabbaz · Oct 9, 2020

Nice one. Enjoy

LesXL · Oct 9, 2020

Stunning!

Peemacgee · Oct 9, 2020

Very nice.
Commonly known as a dogleg case with pie pan dial (in this case a solid gold dial. )
Not too many of these around and very desirable.
great condition.
make sure no one ever polishes that case.

arkman · Oct 9, 2020

It is a beautiful watch. If you can, you might want to ask your grandfather when it was last serviced, as it may very well be time. If it does need service, you might want to reach out to forum members to find a watchmaker who will service without polishing or otherwise compromising any of this watch's originality.

sonicosa · Oct 9, 2020

Beautiful watch.

Ritzwatch · Oct 9, 2020

Be patient before doing anything with that watch (including wearing it). Keep studying up (the resources referenced by @Noddyman should keep you busy a while).

Feel free to ask on the forum before you act; I am consistently impressed at the level of knowlege and willingness to help exhibited by the members here. You most often can't undo a bad decision, so again I counsel: Be patient.

janice&fred · Oct 9, 2020

Ritzwatch
Be patient before doing anything with that watch

Wiser words were never spoken. I would go very slowly and carefully and if there's any doubts then do nothing. Heck I could be perfectly well entertained for quite a long time by just looking at the thing sitting it it's box. It doesn't necessarily HAVE to be running and on the wrist.

gatorcpa · Oct 9, 2020

If that is a white 18K gold case (I’ve learned not to trust color correction on web photos), it’s incredibly uncommon. Maybe one of these for every 100 yellow gold versions.

I’m not sure if the dial is 18K gold (167.006) or standard steel with rhodium plated indices (167.005). The case back may not help, as some are engraved 167.005/6, which means it could be either.

When you have it serviced, have the watchmaker take a picture of the back of the dial. There will be a hallmark there if the dial is solid gold.

That is one gorgeous watch!
gatorcpa

Dan S · Oct 9, 2020

gatorcpa
If that is a white 18K gold case (I’ve learned not to trust color correction on web photos), it’s incredibly uncommon. Maybe one of these for every 100 yellow gold versions.

I’m not sure if the dial is 18K gold (167.006) or standard steel with rhodium plated indices (167.005). The case back may not help, as some are engraved 167.005/6, which means it could be either.

When you have it serviced, have the watchmaker take a picture of the back of the dial. There will be a hallmark there if the dial is solid gold.

That is one gorgeous watch!
gatorcpa

Would a gold dial be marked OM in this era?

gatorcpa · Oct 9, 2020

Dan S
Would a gold dial be marked OM in this era?

Maybe. I think the “OM” dials were just a bit later.
gatorcpa

Gamma11 · Oct 9, 2020

ConElPueblo
Your grandfather has class. Give the old guy an appreciative nod from me when you see him next time

Will do☺

Gamma11 · Oct 9, 2020

arkman
It is a beautiful watch. If you can, you might want to ask your grandfather when it was last serviced, as it may very well be time. If it does need service, you might want to reach out to forum members to find a watchmaker who will service without polishing or otherwise compromising any of this watch's originality.

I don't think it has ever been serviced.
However it is keeping time reasonably well, please give your opinion if a service is required.

Gamma11 · Oct 9, 2020

Noddyman
That looks to be an absolute stunner!

It’s a 168.006 de luxe with either a cal 561 or 564 movement ... most likely a 561.

More info here;
https://download1648.mediafire.com/ajrx9l3cgvdg/rdw8okwuax0d9l7/Omega Constellation Deluxe Dials V4.pdf
And here about Constellations in general;
http://omega-constellation-collectors.blogspot.com/

I would like to see some clearer pics if you have any?

Will go through the information. Thanks!
Will try to take some additional pics

joe band · Oct 10, 2020

Gamma11
I don't think it has ever been serviced.
However it is keeping time reasonably well, please give your opinion if a service is required.

YES, a 54 yr old watch should definitely be serviced before running it. don't take it to a local battery swapper at the mall... find someone who will be careful with that beauty.

hoipolloi · Oct 10, 2020

The large onyx inserts mean 18k dial.
OM will come later, not on this model.