1970 Omega Constellation C-Case Linen Dial 34.5mm 168.017

Here we have a classic Omega Constellation "C-Case" Reference 168.017 with a 34.5mm stainless steel tonneau-shaped case, instantly recognisable as one of Gerald Genta's most iconic designs. The flowing, ergonomic lines of the "C-shape" case curve beautifully over your wrist, while a compact lug-to-lug length of 40.5mm and a case thickness of 10.5mm ensure a perfectly balanced, vintage profile. On the right side is a signed crown. The stepped, fluted bezel holds a flat crystal that sits above a stunning, highly textured silver linen dial. Applied steel polished baton indexes with black inserts play with the light as you rotate your wrist, complemented by a date window at 3 o’clock. Elegant steel baton hands with black inserts track the time with precision alongside a sweeping central second hand. At 12 o’clock, we have the applied Omega motif, and at 6 o’clock, the applied Constellation star completes this elegant, chronometer-certified layout. On the reverse, a screw-down solid case back features the famous Observatory medallion, protecting the legendary automatic Omega Cal. 564 movement, a quick-set chronometer with 24 jewels, beating at 19,800 beats per hour. It comes paired with a well-suited 19mm leather strap and pin buckle.

This watch is sold as Watch Only and therefore comes without its original Omega box or paperwork. Coming fresh from service. It comes paired with a well-fitted leather strap and pin buckle. The watch is from Circa. 1970 and is sold in worn vintage condition, but overall, it is in very good condition, as you can see. The watch has a sharp case, and the dial and hands are original. The watch comes with our 12-Months NON-Waterproof Warranty.

This is exactly the sort of vintage Constellation I love to source. It's an honest, clean example with a beautiful linen dial that has aged wonderfully, and at this price point, I think it represents exceptional value for money. The icing on the cake is that it has just benefited from a fresh service, meaning it's ready to be worn and enjoyed from day one. That's one less thing for the next owner to think about and a real bonus with any vintage watch. With its iconic C-case, chronometer-rated Calibre 564, and timeless styling, this is one of those watches that reminds you just how good vintage Omega can be. I would not hesitate to add this vintage gem to your collection today!

Reference : 168.017
Movement : Automatic Omega Cal. 564
Age : Circa. 1970
Year : 1970
Case Size : 34.5mm
Case Thickness : 10.5mm
Lug to Lug : 40.5mm
Lugs : 19mm
Condition : Pre-Owned
Box and Papers : None
Case Material : Stainless Steel
Warranty : 12-Months NON-Waterproof Warranty
The wrist model's wrist size is 7inch

They were formerly known as the La Generale Watch Co., founded in 1848 by Louis Brandt in La Chaux-de-Fonds. When he died in 1879, his sons carried on his dream. In 1880, they moved to 96 Rue Jakob-Stampfli, where they remain today. The brothers produced their first mass-produced calibre, the Labrador, in 1885. Just a few years later, in 1892, they produced the first minute-repeater. In 1903, they renamed the company Omega until 1982, when they officially changed their name to Omega SA. During WW1, Omega watches were used as official timekeepers for the Royal Flying Corps and the US Army. In 1930, Omega and Tissot merged together to form Société Suisse pour l'Industrie Horlogère (SSIH). In 1931, another group was formed - Allgemeine Schweizerische Uhrenindustrie AG (ASUAG). Where SSIH was primarily French-speaking, ASUAG was founded by the more German-speaking members of the Swiss watch industry. In 1948, they introduced the first edition of one of its most symbolic watches: the Seamaster. Omega first introduced the Constellation in 1952. At the time, it was Omega's flagship timepiece. The first models had a Cal. 354 bumper movement in them. Later, in 1955, Omega introduced the Automatic Cal. 50x, followed in 1959 by the Cal. 55x (no date) and 56x (date) versions. Many of the Constellations came with pie-pan dials, diamond indexes, and fancy lug configurations. All the gold Constellations of that time have the Observatory of Geneva's hand engraved on the back. The stainless steel and stainless steel/gold versions had a gold medallion on the back with the Observatory of Geneva. The eight stars above the Observatory stand for the many exploits of Omega in the world Chronometer competition. Celebrating the fact that all Constellations are Chronometer Certified. In 1962, when astronaut Wally Schirra wore a Speedmaster on his Mercury Sigma 7 Mission, making it the first Omega watch to enter space. After rigorous tests, NASA used Omega for all their Apollo missions, including the 1969 Moon landing of Apollo 11. Today, Omega is still the first choice of astronauts. In 1969, President Nixon famously said it was ‚Äútoo valuable‚Äù and turned down the first-ever all-gold Speedmaster Professional Deluxe. As a response to the ever-growing threat of electronic watches to the manufacturers of mechanical watches, Omega and many Swiss brands, such as Rolex and Patek Philippe, formed Centre Electronique Horologer (CEH). Prototypes began to appear in 1967, and their production started in 1968. Then, in 1972, Omega introduced the reference 198.030, which included the Omega calibre 1250, a 'tuning-fork electronic movement' made under licence from Bulova. Later, we saw the merger of SSIH and ASUAG into SMH, or Société de Microélectronique et d'Horlogerie. This merger took place in 1983. In 1992, the company acquired Blancpain, and in 1998, it officially rebranded itself from SMH to the Swatch Group. Then, in 1999, they purchased and integrated Breguet into the Swatch Group.