Okay, so, I’ve been getting into watches lately, right? And not just any watches, vintage ones. There’s something about the history, the craftsmanship, you know? Anyway, I really wanted to get my hands on a classic Omega Constellation, specifically the “Pie Pan” version. You see that dial? It’s shaped like an upside-down pie pan, hence the name. Cool, huh?
So, I started digging. I mean, hours and hours of looking online, you know what I mean? Forums, old blog posts, you name it. I wanted to learn everything I could about the different models, the movements, all that stuff. The 168.005 model, that was the one I really wanted. It is an old classic model.
I started looking for it. You would not believe how many different versions of this watch there are. Different metals, different dials, it’s wild. It is not easy to find a good condition one. It took me a long time to check all the details of the watch. Finally, I found one. It wasn’t cheap, but hey, it’s a piece of history, right?
Here is what I checked one by one:
- The first thing I did was examine the dial. I looked for any signs of damage or refinishing. The original “Pie Pan” dials are pretty distinctive, and I wanted to make sure it was legit.
- Next, I checked the case. I looked for any major scratches or dings. You know, normal wear and tear is okay, but I didn’t want anything too beat up. And I wanted to make sure it was the correct case for the 168.005 model.
- I also checked the movement. This is the heart of the watch, right? I made sure it was running smoothly and keeping time reasonably well.
- The crown, I wanted to make sure it was the original Omega crown, not some replacement.
- The crystal, I checked for scratches, but those can be replaced pretty easily.
After getting the watch, I carefully opened the back of the watch. Checked the movement inside. Then I started to clean the case and the bracelet. Made them shine again.
Finally, I got it all cleaned up and put it on my wrist. Man, it felt good. It is really a long journey, but I got it. This whole process of finding and restoring a vintage watch, it’s a lot of work, but it’s so satisfying. You feel like you’re a part of something bigger, you know? Like you’re keeping a little piece of history alive. Anyway, that’s my story about the Pie Pan Omega Constellation.
