Omega - Constellation Chronometer 'Pie-Pan' - No reserve price - 14393 9 SC - Men - 1960-1969

Now available at auction from Second Vintage

This sought-after Constellation presents a compelling opportunity for collectors who appreciate significant, even aging. With its classic pie-pan dial featuring a crosshair design, the watch carries a distinctively heavily patinated character. Powered by the chronometer-certified automatic caliber 561 and retaining its distinctive scalloped crown, it offers a fascinating expression of Omega's mid-century design paired with strong mechanical performance.

Brand: Omega
Model: Constellation
Reference Number: 14393 9 SC
Serial Number: 17729912
Movement: Automatic, Caliber 561
Dial: Pie-pan with crosshair design, heavy even spotting and patina
Case Size: 34 mm (excluding the crown)
Case Material: Gold-tone, stainless steel caseback
Production Year: Circa 1960
Condition: Good vintage condition. Timegrapher: +4+6s/day, performing remarkably well.

Dial and Hands
The classic pie-pan dial features a striking crosshair design and applied gold-tone faceted indices alongside the applied Omega logo. A date window is positioned at three o'clock. The surface displays heavy, even spotting and patina across the entire dial, giving the watch a distinctly aged character. The gold-tone dauphine hands show visible oxidation and spotting, aging consistently with the heavily patinated dial.

Case and Crystal
The gold-tone upper case and smooth bezel are paired with a stainless steel caseback, maintaining honest vintage wear with preserved overall geometry. The lugs and flanks show moderate scratches and wear, while the bezel exhibits light scratches consistent with the case. The caseback features the signature observatory medallion, which shows some wear but retains visible stars. The watch retains a signed scalloped decagonal crown featuring the Omega logo, showing noticeable wear and a softening of its edges. A domed acrylic crystal protects the dial, showing minor surface scratches visible under light.

Movement
Inside beats the copper-colored automatic Omega Caliber 561. The movement displays clear engravings reading OMEGA WATCH Co SWISS, the serial number 17729912, the caliber 561, TWENTY-FOUR 24 JEWELS, and ADJUSTED FIVE (5) POSITIONS AND TEMPERATURE. The rotor and bridges show some spotting and light wear, while the jewels and screws appear intact. Timegrapher results show +4+6s/day. Exhibiting remarkable accuracy and consistency, performing brilliantly for a vintage timepiece.

Strap
The watch is fitted with a dark brown textured leather strap featuring contrast stitching. It is secured by a gold-tone Omega signed pin buckle that shows heavy tarnish and patina, completing the attractive vintage-style aesthetic.

Condition
Good vintage condition. The dial and hands are heavily patinated, displaying significant and even spotting across their surfaces. The gold-tone case and smooth bezel show moderate scratches and wear, with softening to the edges of the signed scalloped crown and some wear to the caseback observatory medallion. The domed acrylic crystal bears minor surface scratches. The movement components show some spotting and light wear, though the caliber is performing very strongly based on the recorded timegrapher results.

Dimensions
The case measures 34 mm (excluding the crown).

Remarks
This sought-after pie-pan Constellation stands out through its heavily patinated aesthetic and crosshair dial layout. The combination of its honest vintage wear, distinctive scalloped crown, and a chronometer-certified caliber performing with remarkable accuracy makes this a highly appealing example for collectors of mid-century Omega design.

History
The Constellation collection was designed to represent Omega's dedication to high-precision chronometer timekeeping, becoming a flagship line for the brand's most accurate and refined mechanical watches. This example is powered by the chronometer-certified Omega Caliber 561, an automatic movement that features 24 jewels and operates at a frequency of 19,800 vibrations per hour. The pie-pan dial Constellation remains a highly recognized and collected vintage model, celebrated for its distinctive faceted dial geometry and enduring mechanical quality.

Payment and Shipping
Payment must be completed within 1–3 days after purchase.
Your watch will be professionally and securely packaged, then shipped with tracking and insurance for your peace of mind.
We use fast express shipping, with typical delivery within 1–4 business days, depending on the destination.
Please note that vintage watches may show minor signs of wear, aging, or imperfections, which are considered normal for watches of this age.
We kindly ask you to review all photos carefully before bidding. We photograph each watch from multiple angles to provide the most accurate representation possible, and the photos form an important part of the description.
The timegrapher assessment if provided is seen as an indication of the movement’s condition under fully wound testing conditions. As with all vintage watches, results may vary in daily use.
If you have any concerns regarding functionality or defects after delivery, please contact us within 3 days of receiving the watch so we can assist you.
As with all used watches, water resistance is not guaranteed.
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SKU: OME-CXX-0019