Omega Constellation “Pie Pan Dog Leg”
€2.195
The Omega Constellation was has been the flagship model of the Omega collection for decades and the “Pie Pan Dog Leg” is perhaps one of the most iconic models of all vintage Constellations. The so called “pie-pan” dial recieved it’s nickname from the resemblance to an actual pie-pan being turned upside down. The design of this iconic 12-sided pie-pan dial was attributed to the famous watch desiger Gerald Genta, who also designed iconic watches like the Universal Geneve Polerouter, Patek Phillipe Nautilus, Audemars Piguet Royal Oak. The lugs have an unusual shape, have a sharp knick and are facetted in many ways. This lug design was given the nickname “dog leg lugs” due to the resemblace with a dog’s rear leg. The watch is powered by the Omega cal. 561, an in-house, automatic movement with COSC chronometer certification. In the 1960’s Omega was the largest producer of COSC certified chronometers, even surpassing Rolex in the amount of watches submitted to the COSC.
CONDITION
The watch is in good condition. The case is probably unpolished and shows signs of wear. The dial is original and in very good condition with minor signs of aging, certainly no major discoloration, scratches or other damage. The crown is the original 10 sided crown which Omega only used on this model. The hands are in good condition and show some signs for aging, the tip of the second hand is missing. The crystal is original and has been polished so there are no signs of wear, except for some faint wear marks at the edges. In order to retain the original shape of the crystal as much as possible, these were not removed when the crystal was polished. The strap is brand new (Rios Shell Cordovan). The watch has been fully serviced, which means the movement has been completely dissembled and all parts have been cleaned and checked for wear. After cleaning, the movement has been assembled, lubricated and adjustments were made so ensure proper functioning and accuracy.
| Brand | Omega |
|---|---|
| Model | Constellation "Pie-Pan Dog Leg" |
| Reference | 168.005 |
| Year (approx.) | 1966 |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Diameter | 34mm (without crown) |
| Crystal | Plexiglass |
| Caliber | Omega cal. 561 (automatic) |
| Bracelet/Strap | Rios Shell Cordovan |
| Lug Width | 18mm |
| Box/Papers | watch only |
All watches are covered with a 12 month warranty from the date of purchase. This warranty includes the proper timekeeping of the watch the proper functioning of any complication the watch may has. For vintages wristwatches, the accuracy can generally be expected to be within 1 minute a day. For antique pocket watches, the accuracy can generally be expected to be within 1-2 minutes a day. Please note that we never guarantee any kind of water resistance for any watch we sell.
We understand that you want to enjoy your new watch without worries about the technical condition in the years to come. Every mechanical watch is a highly complicated and precisely made mechanism composed of many small and precisely interacting parts. In many cases, signs of wear or damage to these parts is not visible from the outside. To ensure optimal quality, all watches are fully serviced by a specialised and experienced watchmaker before being offered for sale. The movement is fully disassembled and all parts are cleaned and checked for wear and damage. After cleaning, the movement is reassembled and lubricated with various types of oils and greases. During assembly, adjustments are made to ensure proper functioning and accuracy. The case and bracelet are ultrasonically cleaned and the crystal is either polished of replaced. After assembly, all functions are tested and the watch is ready for many years of reliable service.
Our warranty voids completely when a third party opens or attempts to repair the watch. Please note that the following is also excluded from our warranty: damage caused by moisture and dirt outside or inside the watch, damage caused by impacts, such as dropping and knocking, or any external impact on the watch, damage caused by abuse, carelessness or ignorant handling and breaking, loss of or damage to crown, buttons, pushers, bezels, strap or bracelet and other case parts.