To polish or not to polish? Pie Pan dog leg

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dondiegodelavega

·Feb 4, 2022

Hi,

Been reading here for quite a while and I am impressed by the communal knowledge that this forum has. I have procured a Constellation from the 60s for as a gift for my father who is turning 60 this year. Since it lacked service history I am having it serviced at an Omega certified watchmaker. So far so good, the movement needed a normal service etc. Now to my question, is it possible to polish the case in a way that maintains the character of it. Should I do it or leave it as it is? Guess there i no harm in polishing the crystal which the watchmaker recommended?

Best regards,

 

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ConElPueblo

·Feb 4, 2022

On a beautiful piece like yours, avoid any sort of polish more heavy-handed than a light going-over with a piece of Cape Cod cloth.

 

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Caliber561

·Feb 4, 2022

In my experience, if that method of polishing involves the heavy utilization of a spinning elt wheel, the case's character isn't going to be maintained. And I doubt that your watchmaker is offering a lapping/black polish refinish as a complimentary service.
The case also seems to be in pretty decent condition anyways. It is a gift though, so ultimately it is up to you. Polishing will affect resale value though.

 

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dondiegodelavega

·Feb 4, 2022

ConElPueblo

On a beautiful piece like yours, avoid any sort of polish more heavy-handed than a light going-over with a piece of Cape Cod cloth.

Thank you! Only on the crystal or do the case benefit from it aswell?

 

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Aludic

·Feb 4, 2022·@SpeedyBirthYear

Gorgeous! Polishing a plexiglass crystal is fine, easy and a good idea, polishing such a lovely case a no-no in my opinion.

As the gents above have already explained, the case seems in good condition and is showing its years with pride. I’d keep it like that!

 

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dondiegodelavega

·Feb 4, 2022

Aludic

Gorgeous! Polishing a plexiglass crystal is fine, easy and a good idea, polishing such a lovely case a no-no in my opinion.

As the gents above have already explained, the case seems in good condition and is showing its years with pride. I’d keep it like that!

Thank you! The experience of reading here for months while searching for a piece for my father has really kick-started an interest in vintage constellations. Thinking of selling one of my modern watches and buy one for myself aswell now.

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Caliber561

·Feb 5, 2022

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Thank you! The experience of reading here for months while searching for a piece for my father has really kick-started an interest for vintage constellations. Thinking of selling one of my modern watches and buy one for myself aswell now.

Can't go wrong with a good Constellation!

 

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ApolloXVII

·Feb 5, 2022

Nice watch..personally i will leave it that way..

 

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LesXL

·Feb 5, 2022

Similar to what has been said above, I'd avoid any polishing of the case. Aside personal preference, I believe the sharp/cutting edges are the trademark of the model. If one wanted to have smoother or more curved lugs, one should look for other models.

 

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gbesq

·Feb 5, 2022

Don’t polish. The dog leg lugs on this model are multifaceted and easily lose their definition when polished. I’ve attached a photo of my reference 14900 to show what a completely original unpolished case looks like. A case that is “soft” (overpolished) devalues the watch significantly. It’s absolutely fine to polish the crystal though. Very thoughtful gift for your father. I’m sure that he’ll love it.

 

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ollipekka

·Feb 5, 2022

I wouldn't polish, but it comes down to your personal preference.

 

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perenowell

·Feb 5, 2022

Very nice watch and gift!
As everyone said, do not polish it. It’s a lovely watch. 😀

 

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hoipolloi

·Feb 5, 2022·Vintage Omega Connoisseur

Mine says hi. 😀

 

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FCA

·Feb 5, 2022

As everyone else said, do not polish the case.
The case looks strong with sharp edges, in the end you will most likely regret.
We all love an unpolished dogleg constellation even if it tells a story 😀

 

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cicindela

·Feb 5, 2022·Steve @ ΩF

DON’T DO IT.

 

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dondiegodelavega

·Feb 5, 2022

Thank you for all the input. No polish. Got really fired up by all the BoR-pics. There is a modern version available from Omega right?