1979 Omega Constellation Porthole Marine Quartz

Brand: Omega

 

Model: Porthole

 

Reference: 196.0147

 

Serial: 43xxxxx

 

Year: 1979

 

Case: 35mm, Stainless steel, scnapback

 

Dial: White dial, Tritium lume, Roman numbers

 

Function: Caliber 1332

 

Strap: Omega steel bracelet

 

Accessories: Omega bracelet, Watch pouch

Omega experimented with some interesting designs through the mid -to late 70s and this Omega "Porthole" Marine was one that always fascinated me, with a look and feel of the early AP Royal Oaks with slim case and porthole bezel, they really stand out.

The clean and crisp aesthetic really appealed to me with the linear bracelet integrated to the case design, it wears exceptionally well, and discreetly for a bracelet dominated watch.

The clean white dial with outer Roman numbers is also a really cool constrast to the case and bracelet design.

This watch is from Omegas' Constellation line and has developed a lovely creamy patina in the indeces and hands. 

The watch is a real sleeper to collectors and I think very underated as a design, with plenty of room to grow at a fair price point for a well made model when compared to similar models in other brands.

The case and dial are really sharp, and it looks to be unpolished with very light hairline scratches to the case, which add some character to the watch.

The watch has been fitted with a brand new battery, and the bracelet will fit a large wrist, over 7,5 inches.