Omega Constellation Chronometer 167.005 (1963)

Now available at auction from Second Vintage A collector-favourite 'Dog-Leg' Pie Pan Constellation, this highly desirable Reference 167.005 represents one of the most sought-after configurations in vintage Omega collecting. Combining the iconic pie-pan dial with distinctive dog-leg lugs and a solid gold observatory medallion on the caseback, this chronometer-certified timepiece offers immense visual character through its heavily and evenly patinated dial. Brand: Omega Model: Constellation Reference Number: 167.005 Serial Number: 20301961 Movement: Caliber 551 Automatic Dial: Pie-pan configuration with applied gold-tone indices and even spotting Case Size: 34mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Stainless Steel and Gold-Tone Production Year: 1963 Condition: Good vintage condition. Timegrapher: +4+6s/day, performing remarkably well. Dial and Hands The iconic pie-pan dial configuration features applied gold-tone indices and a matching applied Omega logo. The dial surface is heavily patinated, displaying an even, widespread spotting across its entirety that gives the watch a distinctive and attractive vintage character. All printed text, including the chronometer certification, remains completely legible. The Dauphine-style hands show light oxidation and aging on their surfaces, visually consistent with the dial's natural aging process. Case and Crystal The case is defined by its highly desirable dog-leg lugs, presenting honest vintage wear while preserving its distinctive geometry. The gold-tone top surfaces and integrated gold-tone bezel contrast with the stainless steel midcase and caseback, which features the solid gold observatory medallion. The case and bezel exhibit moderate scratches and handling marks consistent with age, though the edges remain generally well-defined. A scalloped decagonal crown, clearly signed with the Omega logo, shows light wear to its gold-tone finish. The domed acrylic crystal is clear, showing minor surface scratches but no significant cracks or chips. Movement Powering this Constellation is the chronometer-certified Omega Caliber 551 automatic movement. The copper-colored plating is bright and well-preserved, with the rotor and bridges remaining clean and showing no obvious signs of corrosion or heavy tool marks. The movement features crisp engravings noting its 24 jewels and adjustment to five positions and temperature. The timegrapher records a rate of +4+6s/day. Exhibiting remarkable accuracy and consistency, performing brilliantly for a vintage timepiece. Strap The watch is fitted with a black leather strap featuring contrast stitching. The strap appears lightly used and pairs handsomely with the gold-tone elements of the case and dial. Condition Good vintage condition. The watch exhibits honest wear throughout its stainless steel and gold-tone case, with moderate scratches and handling marks that do not detract from the preserved dog-leg lug geometry. The pie-pan dial is heavily patinated with even, widespread spotting that remains visually cohesive with the aged Dauphine hands. The movement is clean and bright, performing brilliantly on the timegrapher. Dimensions The case measures 34mm in diameter, excluding the crown. Remarks This Reference 167.005 is notable for its highly desirable combination of the pie-pan dial and dog-leg lugs. The even, widespread patina across the dial provides tremendous visual character, while the chronometer-certified Caliber 551 movement delivers remarkable performance. History Introduced in 1952, the Omega Constellation was designed to be the brand's flagship chronometer line, representing the pinnacle of their mass-produced mechanical precision. The combination of the faceted pie-pan dial and the angular dog-leg lugs, introduced in the early 1960s under references like the 167.005, created a signature aesthetic that remains highly sought-after by collectors today. The Caliber 551, part of Omega's celebrated 500-series movements, is widely regarded as one of the finest automatic calibers of its era, renowned for its reliability and chronometer-grade accuracy. / Second Vintage SKU: OME-ACC-0022