Omega Vintage Constellation “C” Watch 168.017: Head in the stars

July 3, 2020 Joshua Grillet

Let's talk a little about this beautiful Constellation and its rare finely ribbed linen dial.

The Constellation range appeared at Omega in 1952. The movements are chronometer certified and the case backs are engraved with the image of the Geneva observatory as well as eight stars.

Watches elegant, precise and well finished .

The example that interests us bears the reference 168.017 SP and dates from the end of the 1960s. The shape of the case is called "C Shape" on this reference, a variant of the cushion case. A brushed bezel and chamfers are also included and give a beautiful play of light to the whole. The movement is an Omega 564 , chronometer and with quick date function .

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State of play

From an aesthetic point of view, this watch is in good condition. Only the glass is missing, it cracked between 2 and 3 o'clock and will need to be replaced by an Omega glass.

Mechanically this watch has seen better days, a complete cleaning and fresh oils are on the agenda.

Omega Constellation “C” 168.017 revision 564

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Disassembly

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The reassembly

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Glass

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The result

This Omega Constellation is now in great shape. Equipped with its Omega 1040 bracelet called "Bricks" and its subtle linen dial, it will be able to satisfy a collector of vintage watches because yes, the beauty is on sale in the store.

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