1965 Omega Constellation 'De Luxe' - Solid 18k Yellow gold case and dial + Box - Ref. 168.005/6
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An attractive and rare famous Omega Constellation 'De Luxe'.
WHY IS THIS WATCH SPECIAL
This specific Omega Constellation 'De Luxe' ref. 168.005/6 was produced only from 1962 to 1965 and has a solid gold dial with applied onyx indexes.
This immaculate dial with the 'Dauphine' gold faceted hands is dashing.
It features the very famous 561,19.800 beats/hour, automatic caliber . This very clean movement is considered to be one of the best ever produced by Omega.
This watch comes with it's original Omega pinbuckle and box.
THE STORY
Omega's rich history begins with its founder, Louis Brandt, who established the firm in 1848 in La Chax de Fonds. In 1903, the company changed it's name to Omega, becoming the only watch brand in history to have been named after one its own movements. A full-fledged manufacturer of highly accurate, affordable and reliable watches, its sterling reputation enabled them to be chosen as the first watch company to time the Olympic Games beginning in 1932. Its continued focus on precision and reliability ultimately led their Speedmaster chronograph to be chosen by the NASA in 1965, the first watch worn on the moon.
The story of the Constellation actually begins slightly earlier, in 1948. That year, the company celebrated its 100th anniversary – the company that was to become Omega, La Generale Watch Company, was founded in 1848 by Louis Brandt, and became Louis Brandt et Frère-Omega Watch & Co. in 1903. To mark the occasion, Omega produced a watch pragmatically named the Centenary. The Centenary (designed by René Banwart, who also designed the 1948 Seamaster and who would go on to found Corum) was made in limited numbers. According to Omega, 6,000 total were made – all solid gold – and the watch was so successful that Omega decided to create a collection based on it. This was the Constellation, first introduced in 1952.
The Bumper movement was replaced in 1956 with calibre the 501 that featured a central rotor self-winder. It was superseded quickly by a calibre 505 movement, and in 1959 was replaced by the famous Calibres 551 and 561 (with date). In 1966, Calibre 564 replaced Calibre 561.
THE DATA
Maker: Omega
Model: Constellation 'De Luxe'
Reference: 168.005/6
Year: 1965
Material: Solid 18k Yellow gold
Dial: Solid yellow gold with onyx indexes
Buckle: Omega gold plated pinbucke
Dimensions (WxHxT): 34x42x10mm
Caliber: Omega 561
Bracelet/Strap: Black leather
Lug width: 18mm
Box/Papers: Original 1965 Omega box
THE IMPORTANT DETAILS
This watch is in good condition for its age. The case is well preserved, and the immaculate solid gold dial with applied onyx markers looks great.
All parts are Original Omega, even the crystal with the logo engraved in it's center, the pinbuckle and the box.
This is a fine classic vintage timepiece, elegant and sporty, with a presence on the wrist, perfect for everyday wear and more formal occasions.
WHY IS THIS WATCH SPECIAL
This specific Omega Constellation 'De Luxe' ref. 168.005/6 was produced only from 1962 to 1965 and has a solid gold dial with applied onyx indexes.
This immaculate dial with the 'Dauphine' gold faceted hands is dashing.
It features the very famous 561,19.800 beats/hour, automatic caliber . This very clean movement is considered to be one of the best ever produced by Omega.
This watch comes with it's original Omega pinbuckle and box.
THE STORY
Omega's rich history begins with its founder, Louis Brandt, who established the firm in 1848 in La Chax de Fonds. In 1903, the company changed it's name to Omega, becoming the only watch brand in history to have been named after one its own movements. A full-fledged manufacturer of highly accurate, affordable and reliable watches, its sterling reputation enabled them to be chosen as the first watch company to time the Olympic Games beginning in 1932. Its continued focus on precision and reliability ultimately led their Speedmaster chronograph to be chosen by the NASA in 1965, the first watch worn on the moon.
The story of the Constellation actually begins slightly earlier, in 1948. That year, the company celebrated its 100th anniversary – the company that was to become Omega, La Generale Watch Company, was founded in 1848 by Louis Brandt, and became Louis Brandt et Frère-Omega Watch & Co. in 1903. To mark the occasion, Omega produced a watch pragmatically named the Centenary. The Centenary (designed by René Banwart, who also designed the 1948 Seamaster and who would go on to found Corum) was made in limited numbers. According to Omega, 6,000 total were made – all solid gold – and the watch was so successful that Omega decided to create a collection based on it. This was the Constellation, first introduced in 1952.
The Bumper movement was replaced in 1956 with calibre the 501 that featured a central rotor self-winder. It was superseded quickly by a calibre 505 movement, and in 1959 was replaced by the famous Calibres 551 and 561 (with date). In 1966, Calibre 564 replaced Calibre 561.
THE DATA
Maker: Omega
Model: Constellation 'De Luxe'
Reference: 168.005/6
Year: 1965
Material: Solid 18k Yellow gold
Dial: Solid yellow gold with onyx indexes
Buckle: Omega gold plated pinbucke
Dimensions (WxHxT): 34x42x10mm
Caliber: Omega 561
Bracelet/Strap: Black leather
Lug width: 18mm
Box/Papers: Original 1965 Omega box
THE IMPORTANT DETAILS
This watch is in good condition for its age. The case is well preserved, and the immaculate solid gold dial with applied onyx markers looks great.
All parts are Original Omega, even the crystal with the logo engraved in it's center, the pinbuckle and the box.
This is a fine classic vintage timepiece, elegant and sporty, with a presence on the wrist, perfect for everyday wear and more formal occasions.
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