Omega - Constellation - Men - 1960-1969

Omega Constellation Chronometer Automatic ref. 168.018 – Caliber 564 – circa 1969

DESCRIPTION

Omega Constellation Chronometer vintage men’s watch, reference 168.018, roughly produced in the late sixties.

The watch houses the prestigious automatic Omega caliber 564 movement, chronometer certified with 24 jewels, adjusted in five positions and to temperature. The movement, signed “Omega Watch Co Swiss”, bears serial number 29,857,406, compatible approximately with production around 1969.

The silvered dial features applied indices and hands in a gold tone, central seconds, date at 3 o’clock, and a Constellation star applied. The inscriptions “Omega Automatic Chronometer Officially Certified”, “Constellation” and “T Swiss Made T” are present.

The case measures about 35 mm, crown excluded, and is characterized by a gold-cap finish in rose gold tone with a stainless steel case back. The case back bears the traditional Constellation medallion depicting the observatory with eight stars. The inside of the case back is signed Omega and bears the reference 168.018.

Domed acrylic crystal. Brown leather strap with crocodile-effect signed Omega, paired with a buckle bearing the Omega symbol.

FEATURES

• Brand: Omega
• Model: Constellation Chronometer
• Reference: 168.018
• Year (approx.): circa 1969
• Movement: automatic Omega caliber 564
• Serial number: 29,857,406
• Jewels: 24
• Functions: hours, minutes, central seconds and date
• Case: gold-cap in rose gold tone with stainless steel case back
• Diameter: circa 35 mm, crown excluded
• Crystal: acrylic
• Strap: brown leather signed Omega
• Buckle: signed Omega
• Box and papers: not included

CONDITION

The watch is used and shows normal signs compatible with its age. The dial shows patina, scratches, stains and surface alterations clearly visible in the photographs. The case and crystal also show signs of wear.

The strap is usable but shows marked wear, creases and deterioration at the holes and lugs; it might be advisable to replace it before regular use.

The movement appears visually clean. Functionality, accuracy and power reserve have not been professionally tested. The date of the last service is unknown; a check by a qualified watchmaker is therefore recommended.

Water resistance has not been tested and is not guaranteed. Given the age of the watch, contact with water should be avoided.

The photographs constitute an integral part of the description and show in detail the condition of the watch, the movement and the strap.