Dear Omegaphiles, I have now started to throw money, pension, and am also considering prostitution in my efforts to increase my collection of Omegas.....I am sure you have all been there when you first start on the quest. I have just purchased a square cased Constellation which I believe to be gold plated. It only cost £200 so I was, and am, unsure as to whether I have a bargain or not. All the functions work and it keeps perfect time The original crystal with the little omega logo in the middle is reassuring. I have attempted to take the back off by removing the 4 x grub screws and then was confounded as the movement sits in a "tank" which probably means I need to remove the stem to get at the back in order to find out the case number and other info........How does a novice go about doing this without damaging the stem? There is not a bezel surounding the crystal...should it have one? As always I will be eternally grateful for any advice and guidance Colin
By taking it to a qualified watchmaker. These have a split stem which can be a bit tricky to remove. No bezel on these.
Blimey X350 XJR !! Is there no end to your knowledge? Very many thanks for your prompt reply. I will now put my chisel and hammer back in the box and take the Constellation to an expert, who probably has a considerably smaller hammer and chisel.... The watch did not come with any history, or details, so I am not sure what to type into the Omega website in order to research the cal and age. Any pointers would be gratefully received. Many thanks Colin
Reference 368.0854. The one shown in the Omega database is 18K, but the same ref was used for all case types, so all other info is relevant. Constellation Gents' metal bracelet Reference BA 368.0854 International collection 1973 Movement Type: Automatic chronometer certified Caliber number: 1021 Created in 1972 23 jewels Central sweep-second hand Functions Day-date, Chronometer Case 18K solid yellow gold Case back With screws Dial Solid gold, with gold hour markers and luminous "stick" hands. Crystal Not available Bracelet 18K solid yellow gold Water resistance 30 meters