tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30329246.post6134489307380854699..comments2024-03-14T10:09:15.360+08:00Comments on Omega Constellation Collectors: Thoughts About Buying an Heirloom Vintage Omega ConstellationDesmondhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14148245572518221306noreply@blogger.comBlogger16125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30329246.post-4660975333774970672016-01-10T19:51:36.696+08:002016-01-10T19:51:36.696+08:00Hi Amando,
Having the watch cleaned, oiled and re...Hi Amando,<br /><br />Having the watch cleaned, oiled and replacing the case back seal every four to five years should ensure the watch keeps on ticking into the next generation!<br /><br />Congratulations on your acquisitiion.<br /><br />Regards<br /><br />DesmondDesmondhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14148245572518221306noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30329246.post-26410509177807862112016-01-10T16:15:18.401+08:002016-01-10T16:15:18.401+08:00Greetings, I recently received a 1966 Constellatio...Greetings, I recently received a 1966 Constellation with a 561 calibre. It was recently services. The serial number is within the year marks and the case is gold capped. All in all, it is a very lovely work of art. My question is, how often should I have my watch service to assure another 50 years of continue watch pleasure<br /><br />Respectfully,<br />ArmandoAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10105024189782841841noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30329246.post-89153517396927991502015-09-01T13:43:10.666+08:002015-09-01T13:43:10.666+08:00I think boxes and paper add around 4 - 500 to the ...I think boxes and paper add around 4 - 500 to the value of a watch, but it must be a good example. If the watch is sharp, with crisp lines and good dial, together with a clean movement, then a stainless model 168.004 would be worth in the vicinity of 1700.<br /><br />A good 168.004 with domed dial should be worth around 1200, give or take a hundred. Immaculate examples may fetch more.<br /><br Desmondhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14148245572518221306noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30329246.post-3204727550091996932015-09-01T09:40:25.540+08:002015-09-01T09:40:25.540+08:00Des,
I'm wondering how much value does havin...Des, <br /><br />I'm wondering how much value does having matching box and papers add to a heirloom piece? I'm thinking about a 168.004 - 14k hidden crown cal.561 as a Christmas gift/ fun investment and I've seen boxes alone priced at $300. <br /><br />The 168.004's that I've seen are around $1500, are we talking an extra $1k for the accouterments? I understand the idea of Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30329246.post-87900988937700090192015-07-22T08:30:26.274+08:002015-07-22T08:30:26.274+08:00The most robust pie pan Constellations (calibre 55...The most robust pie pan Constellations (calibre 551, 561 and 564) have a number of models from the 14381 and 14393 to the 167.005 and 168.005, as well as the 167.015 and 168.025. These are good models to check out<br /><br />Cheers<br /><br />DesmondDesmondhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14148245572518221306noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30329246.post-78318886658320107182015-07-22T02:18:57.169+08:002015-07-22T02:18:57.169+08:00Thanks for the insight! Much appreciated. I'v...Thanks for the insight! Much appreciated. I've started the search and there seems to be a great deal of inventory. I just have to settle on which model would be a good fit for me. Any recommendations?GBhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15230356441451489455noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30329246.post-44556934826385124572015-07-20T10:40:40.926+08:002015-07-20T10:40:40.926+08:00Probablt the better places to obtain an auythentic...Probablt the better places to obtain an auythentic Constellation are on the sales boards of watch sites like Timezone, Purist pro, Omega Forums, Watchuseek etc. Chrono 24 is quite mixed in its considerable offerings and tends to be overpricey. <br /><br />Ebay can be a resource, however it's an extreme challenge of buyer beware because of fakes and franken watches.<br /><br />Useful to join Desmondhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14148245572518221306noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30329246.post-39772932279095802592015-07-20T09:35:02.008+08:002015-07-20T09:35:02.008+08:00Thanks for the great insight. I'm new to watc...Thanks for the great insight. I'm new to watch collecting and I'd love to add a Constellation to my collection. Since I'm a newbie, any insight on where I can get an authentic Constellation (pie pan)?GBhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15230356441451489455noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30329246.post-76564496178062352262013-04-05T10:29:36.752+08:002013-04-05T10:29:36.752+08:00Very difficult to value a watch without high resol...Very difficult to value a watch without high resolution pics of the dial, case, inner caseback and movement. Also with gold watches, weight is a major consideration.<br /><br />Cheers<br /><br />DesmondDesmondhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14148245572518221306noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30329246.post-47449427491869657812013-04-04T20:09:03.252+08:002013-04-04T20:09:03.252+08:00Hello I have the same watch with the diamonds. It ...Hello I have the same watch with the diamonds. It is 1962 years model. Caliber 561 I also have the box in metal. Do you know what is worth?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30329246.post-57500987502842886202012-06-12T07:43:49.384+08:002012-06-12T07:43:49.384+08:00Besxt send me some pics so I can determine the mod...Besxt send me some pics so I can determine the model. Click on the complete profile link and then on email.<br /><br />Prices for these models vary significantlyDesmondhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14148245572518221306noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30329246.post-57352119338038108262012-06-12T02:14:05.879+08:002012-06-12T02:14:05.879+08:00Hello I have the same watch displayed here without...Hello I have the same watch displayed here without the diamonds. It has the same band. I think it is 1959 model <br />Still as new with original box . What do you think it is worth ?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30329246.post-75662938453314272752012-03-03T12:02:22.964+08:002012-03-03T12:02:22.964+08:00Yes, I tend to go for the safe box over the bank, ...Yes, I tend to go for the safe box over the bank, and I agree that vintage watches should be worn and not coddled. After all, wrist time is part of the fun and enjoyment of owning some good vintage pieces.<br /><br />Some watches, I believe, particularly if they are precious metal do need looking after and are best worn on special occasions so as to preserve them from gouges and damage.<br /><br Desmondhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14148245572518221306noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30329246.post-5676610587263424672012-03-03T11:14:51.453+08:002012-03-03T11:14:51.453+08:00I can appreciate the concern for theft, but I coll...I can appreciate the concern for theft, but I collect in a number of areas, and am a gemologist as a hobby. Particularly for watches, I believe that they should be worn regularly. I rotate my watches and try to wear each one from time to time--naturally I have my favourites. The automatics I keep in a box that rotates them for winding several times a day to keep the movements working. The manualsAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30329246.post-38931573642178709432011-09-18T09:36:14.074+08:002011-09-18T09:36:14.074+08:00Agree completely.
What a tragedy it would be if s...Agree completely.<br /><br />What a tragedy it would be if some larcenist burgled one's home and took it.<br /><br />Thanks for your comment.<br /><br />Cheers<br /><br />DesmondDesmondhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14148245572518221306noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30329246.post-9519792621160361102011-09-18T04:35:55.973+08:002011-09-18T04:35:55.973+08:00I would add to your very valuable comments : keep ...I would add to your very valuable comments : keep it away from potential stealing i.e. in a safe box or at the bankThierry Giraudnoreply@blogger.com