The Star Of All Watches
The Omega Constellation is the star of all watches. Actors such as Pierce Bronson and Cindy Crawford have been fans of the Omega for quite sometime. The Constellation watches are very high in demand and prices are continuously going up for a vintage Constellation. These watches can be found at some watch stores, also at online watch stores, and watch fairs.
The average price for a steel model watch from the mid 1960’s can run about $300. Of course, the price for gold lapped and solid gold models will be higher in price. The watches with the gold bracelet are much harder to find and are much more expensive. Be sure to check websites such as ebay, Ricardo, Henry’s, and Omegaconstellation.net.
Omega has always seen their Constellation watches as the king of their collection. The Constellations from 1952-1969 were the best in their time. They make the perfect watch when dressing up and are much more affordable than a Rolex date. You’ll be able to find the Omega Constellation Pie Pan models with cal. 551 or cal .561/564 starting at very affordable prices on auction websites. The cal .55x and 56x movements are a very common watch and can be replaced or fixed without any problems.
When you buy an Omega watch, find out if the seller is an authorized dealer or not. If they happen to be an authorized dealer, they will be able to offer things such as a warranty from the manufacturer. Plus they will have all the official paperwork, certificates, booklets, warranty cards, and everything else that usually comes with the watch. Also as an authorized dealer, dealers will have access to parts, support, and anything else needed for the watch.
If you buy your watch from a gray market dealer, most likely you will be able to get an Omega watch cheaper than going through a certified dealer. Gray market dealers get their watches from non-authorized resellers. While gray market dealers may have their own warranty on a watch, it still doesn’t mean that it’s under warranty through the Omega Company Plus you’re never sure about the person that works on the watches and their expertise. It’s completely uncertain whether they have access to original Omega parts.
When buying a watch from a gray market dealer, always make sure a serial number can be found on the watch. In the United States, if there is a watch with a serial number scratched off, it is automatically considered stolen merchandise.
It’s always suggested to check a gray market dealers’ track record before purchasing from them.