Omega - Constellation Chronometer C-Shape - No reserve price - 168.029 - Men - 1969

Now available at auction from Second Vintage This sought-after 1969 Omega Constellation presents a compelling opportunity to acquire a distinctive C-shape design. Featuring an attractive vertically brushed silver dial and a chronometer-certified caliber, this well-preserved piece is made even more appealing by the presence of its original brick-link bracelet and crisp fluted bezel. Brand: Omega Model: Constellation Reference Number: 168.029 Serial Number: 28764428 Movement: Automatic Chronometer Caliber 751 Dial: Silver vertically brushed with applied indices Case Size: 34 mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Stainless Steel Production Year: 1969 Condition: Good vintage condition. Timegrapher: -2-3s/day, performing remarkably well. Dial and Hands The vertically brushed silver dial remains well preserved, displaying crisp printed text alongside the applied Omega logo and signature Constellation star. Applied indices with black inserts perfectly match the stick hands, which also feature black inserts. Under macro inspection, minor dust and light oxidation are visible on the hands, along with minor debris or spotting near the dial edge at nine o'clock, reflecting the honest age of the watch. Case and Crystal The stainless steel C-shape case profile retains its brushed finish on the top surfaces, contrasted by polished flanks. A crisp fluted bezel frames the dial with minimal wear. The case shows honest wear, including light scratches and handling marks consistent with age, but remains free of major dents or deep gouges. A domed acrylic crystal provides clear visibility of the dial, showing only minor surface scratches under direct light. The watch is fitted with a knurled crown signed with the Omega logo, remaining in good condition. Movement Inside beats the copper-plated Omega Caliber 751, an automatic chronometer movement featuring twenty-four jewels and adjusted to five positions and temperature. The movement displays clean plating with only minor wear marks on the rotor and no visible corrosion or significant damage. The caliber engravings are clearly legible. Exhibiting remarkable accuracy and consistency, performing brilliantly for a vintage timepiece. The timegrapher records a rate of -2-3s/day. Strap The watch is fitted with its original signed bracelet, a classic brick-link style complete with 518 endlinks. The bracelet is period correct and matching, secured by a signed Omega clasp. Surface scratches are present on the clasp and links, consistent with normal use. The bracelet accommodates a maximum wrist fit of 18 cm. Condition Good vintage condition. The watch remains an attractive collector favourite, showing honest wear across its original components. The case and bracelet display normal handling marks and light scratches, while the dial and hands show only minor spotting and light oxidation under close inspection. The acrylic crystal bears minor surface scratches. Timegrapher data confirms the watch is performing strongly at -2-3s/day. Dimensions The case measures 34 mm in diameter, excluding the crown. Remarks This Constellation offers the perfect configuration of a classic C-shape case, a chronometer-certified movement, and an original brick-link bracelet. The crisp fluted bezel and vertically brushed dial make this an appealing find for collectors of mid-century Omega. History The Omega Constellation line has long been regarded as a pinnacle of Swiss chronometer production. Introduced in the 1960s, the C-shape case design represented a significant shift in watch aesthetics, moving away from traditional round cases toward more integrated, flowing lines. The Caliber 751 further established Omega's reputation for precision, offering reliable automatic winding and chronometer certification. Today, these distinctive models remain highly regarded by collectors for their innovative geometry and enduring mechanical quality. / Second Vintage SKU: OME-OAC-0018