Omega Constellation
Discussion
Hi all, I have my dad's old Constellation. I haven't serviced it for 10 years and although it keeps pretty good time I'd like to get it done. The bracelet is fairly scratched and the black has worn off from some of the numerals (cuff-links rubbing over time).
I don't really want to send abroad, I 'm sure it would be safe but sentimental value, etc.
What would be the most cost-effective way of getting it all sorted in one go?
Thanks very much.
ETA - the tiny Omega symbol is also missing from the clasp.
I don't really want to send abroad, I 'm sure it would be safe but sentimental value, etc.
What would be the most cost-effective way of getting it all sorted in one go?
Thanks very much.
ETA - the tiny Omega symbol is also missing from the clasp.
I don't understand the cuff-links thing? What have the cuff-links damaged?
Also, it would be good to know what the case is made out of, because that might affect a recommendation as to where to get it restored - I'm assuming that's what you want doing?
A pic might help a bit. It's always nice to see an old Connie
Also, it would be good to know what the case is made out of, because that might affect a recommendation as to where to get it restored - I'm assuming that's what you want doing?
A pic might help a bit. It's always nice to see an old Connie
Ahh. It's a modern Constellation. I'd just assumed when you said it belonged to your Dad that it was a vintage piece, hence my confusion over the numbers on the bezel.
It being 'modern' you basically have a couple of choices as to the route you can go down, which are to get it serviced by Omega themselves at the UK Service Centre, or go to an independent. The independent category can be further subdivided into Omega accredited ones, and true independents.
In the case of an Omega, it doesn't make much difference which of the independent routes you choose, as anyone can get hold of parts. A basic service from an accredited independent shouldn't cost much more than a couple of hundred quid, including a tidy up of the case. (But you do need to get a quote) I suppose the issue with yours is that if you want it looking minty, the bezel needs more than a basic tidy up. It needs either re-painting, or replaced. (Or I suppose a further option is to have all of the remaining paint removed, in which case it will look like the current model. That however will make the watch unoriginal, and that makes some people's teeth itch).
As far as the bracelet goes, you need to have it looked at by a watchmaker, who can tell you what the options are. You might be able to get away with fitting a new clasp, if Omega sell the bits separately. (New bracelets are horrifically expensive), or he might suggest refinishing the bit of the bracelet where the symbol was, so you don't notice it isn't there any more.
The Omega service centre will do all this at a price - an independent will probably be cheaper. The good ones though tend to have a long waiting list!
It being 'modern' you basically have a couple of choices as to the route you can go down, which are to get it serviced by Omega themselves at the UK Service Centre, or go to an independent. The independent category can be further subdivided into Omega accredited ones, and true independents.
In the case of an Omega, it doesn't make much difference which of the independent routes you choose, as anyone can get hold of parts. A basic service from an accredited independent shouldn't cost much more than a couple of hundred quid, including a tidy up of the case. (But you do need to get a quote) I suppose the issue with yours is that if you want it looking minty, the bezel needs more than a basic tidy up. It needs either re-painting, or replaced. (Or I suppose a further option is to have all of the remaining paint removed, in which case it will look like the current model. That however will make the watch unoriginal, and that makes some people's teeth itch).
As far as the bracelet goes, you need to have it looked at by a watchmaker, who can tell you what the options are. You might be able to get away with fitting a new clasp, if Omega sell the bits separately. (New bracelets are horrifically expensive), or he might suggest refinishing the bit of the bracelet where the symbol was, so you don't notice it isn't there any more.
The Omega service centre will do all this at a price - an independent will probably be cheaper. The good ones though tend to have a long waiting list!
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