No. 817 / Omega Constellation Day-Date - 1969
Omega Constellation Integrated bracelet / 1969 Intro This Omega Constellation Day-Date Automatic from the 1969 features an integrated bracelet that fits a wrist up to around 19cm, along with unique 18K solid gold fluted bezel. It's powered by the Caliber 751 automatic movement, known for its reliability and convenient quickset date function, which allows rapid adjustment of the day of the month via the crown. Story Contemporary to the original Speedmaster, Seamaster, Railmaster, and De Ville collections, the Constellation stood out as a premium option, boasting Omega's finest chronometer-grade precision movements. The Constellation derived its name from the emblem on the caseback, which depicts an observatory with eight stars positioned above it. These eight stars represent two chronometer records and six first-place awards that Omega garnered between 1933 and 1952. The significance of the two chronometer records was particularly notable: Omega achieved world records for precision in all categories at the Kew-Teddington Observatory in 1933, and repeated this feat in 1936. Omega has crafted countless Constellation models over the years, showcasing a diverse array of case shapes and dial designs. This specific model adopts an integrated case-and-bracelet style, unmistakably inspired by the work of Gérald Genta. Detail MODEL Constellation REFERENCE 368.845 YEAR 1969 SERIAL 31227668 CASE 36mm (excl. crown), Stainless Steel MOVEMENT Automatic, Cal.751 LUG 19mm COMES WITH Watch with original integrated bracelet Condition OVERALL A Rank CASE Some Scratches CRYSTAL Some Scratches, With authentic Omega marking DIAL Little Patina HANDS & INDICES Little Patina MOVEMENT Great Condition, checked and oiled ACCURACY Around 6 Sec. / day (12 Hr. Timegrapher Test)