As a new owner of an Omega Seamaster diver 300 in white dial (arrived last week), i love this new constellation, Omega is really pushing forward with this new models with coaxial movment, and the finishing on the case are amazing! Thank you Alexander!
This watch embodies trends in our current culture today. Luxury but with an air of casual. We’re no longer wearing suits to work and are dress shoes have rubber soles. This watch will mesh beautifully with our current trends
The reduction of the size of the “claws” makes this a much more appealing case without loosing the “nod to history” of why they existed. And the time zone jumping hour hand is a nice reference to the trans global aircraft which was this watches namesake 😉👍.
Who knows, maybe one day, one of Omega watches will become best seller in the world and brand will be able to reclaim its long forgotten glory, in this price range these watches are the best.
After watching this vid a year ago I had a lot of affection for this watch. While on vacation I stopped in a boutique and tried on the new speed master. I so wanted to love the new speedy… I didn’t. While talking to the sales person she said I have a new constellation in the back. It’s new white ceramic dial with blue strap. Why don’t I show it to you. That’s all it took for me. I love my constellation. Although not very popular in the US. If you try it in in person you may be surprised
Thanks for sharing your thoughts and passion with us! There is always only one way to find out if you like a watch or not: you need to try it on your wrist and discover it there in different light conditions… Well done 👍🏼! May your Constellation continue to always show you happy seconds, minutes and hours…
When I first saw this I thought it wasn’t that nice but I’ve had a look at one now and it’s stunning. The dial is incredible and Omega should do more dials like it. Omega are really improving their quality and model line up. The new speedy is out soon and that’s going to sell like cakes that are very hot.
The best is always to go for a touch and feel... Only then you will be able to say I like the watch or not... It does not astonish me that you write this by the way ... 😉
Genta meets Grand Seiko! Surprisingly nice - I'm not normally a fan of the Connie and it's 'mirror clasps' but they are toned down here, as you say. I'm surprised they have yet to create a bracelet as the market for this type of watch is very bracelet leaning, though I like the strap.
Thank you Alexander. Very nice presentation. Dial is really nice, almost meteor like. Is it the construction of the coaxial that makes things on the thicker side? Not sure why it’s thicker then the aqua terra, but maybe it is the bezel that seems to be straighter with a crystal that comes over the edge. Resistance to 15,000 Gauss is very impressive and it looked very sharp on the wrist. I think however the aqua terra grey blue or green dial would be my pick to have the 8900 movement. On the rubber they are awesome, and I like to have the option of swimming with my watch. Omega is definitely doing some good things these days adding a lot of variety.
I own two Aqua Terra models, so I know exactly what you are writing about... But I have to admit that I begin this new Constellation ... it’s predecessors though we’re a no-go for me...
I want one! Price is very fair! I hope Swatch group pays you appropriately for this very professional presentation of their product. A better job than they themselves could manage I think.
This is a good looking watch. The dial is amazing and the design is unique. I don't know why people in Hodinkee's article of this watch said it's ugly and outdated.
@@WatchAdvisor This is the article www.hodinkee.com/articles/omega-constellation-41mm-models-introducing The article itself is fine, the author is neutral and objective. But the comment section not so much. Apparently, many people dislike the watch.
I didn't care for this watch much at first but the longer I looked at it, the better it looked! Omega put a lot of little styling details in it, sort of like Omega does GS. Still don't care for the claws much, but overall this watch is pretty sleek. Really like the dial and hands. Thanks Alexander.
I have recently tried on the 41mm blue dial constellation and have to say it looks fantastic especially as I was never a fan of the previous constellations . The brushed effect from the star is a very clever touch also. Well done omega 🌟👍👌
You just have to put the watches on the wrist and then you start loving them ... Happened to me too and I did not like the "old" Constellation ... The predecessors weren't my cup of tea...
I very much appreciate the redesign of the Constellation. The case is more streamlined now, has the sloped profile of the Globemaster, and it has more elegant handset and indices. I prefer the 39mm model released in the same 2020 year, though one thing I don't like is that the center links on the newly designed bracelet do not taper with the bracelet this creating a confusing and unbalanced look. The Constellation 41 is a really nice watch but that 14mm thickness is too much for a 3 handed 50m water resistant watch, and the evidence of that is the Seamaster 300 Professional being a diver with a rotating bezel with 300m water resistance in a 13.7mm thick package. If I had to make an educated guess, the 5.5mm height of the 8900 movement is what makes this new Constellation so thick.
All actual Omega movements are not really slim, but they are damn good... not to say the best mass manufactured movements of the industry... Master Chronometer certified... click on the link to METAS and download the PDF to get more information... www.metas.ch/metas/en/home/dok/rechtliches/Zertifizierung_Uhren.html
@@WatchAdvisor Alexander I agree that a thicker movement means a more robust and long lasting movement, but at what end does a movement becomes too thin to a point it becomes physical and mechanically compromised? We can compare this watch to the ROLEX Explorer 39 which has a 5.37mm thick movement. Close to the thickness of the 8900 caliber housed inside the Constellation 41 but the Explorer case still manages to stand thinner at 11mm in height with 100m of water resistance.
Once again a great review Alexander. Thank you. That dial looks fantastic as the light moves around it, the non intrusive roman numerals on the bezel are also very well executed. The general finish looks also up to the expected standard of this watch. I completely agree the 'claws' are much better on this model than some others over the years. The METAS certification is also definitely a good mention given we are surrounded by things that are creating magnetic fields (sounds like a good title for a music album from an acclaimed French electronics musician). I do have a few thoughts why this watch does not make my ever changing shortlist though at the moment, not all watches on my shortlist are ever purchased but it's nice to have the list. Looks wise the strap looks great and is very well done however you would be restricted to Omega replacement bands so choice would be limited. 5 Bar water resistance is fine, but I have an old METAS certified Pie Pan Globemaster 130.33.39.21.03.001 with the same 8900 movement and no screw down crown that is 10 bar and similar dimensions. Maybe it's the case construction differences. Not a deal breaker but I guess I prefer my old Globemaster. On a personal note I think the constellation should also have the old observatory medallion represented on the case back even though no one will give a pair of dingo's kidneys if it's not present as they will not see it. In summary. - Do I like like watch? absolutely - Would I consider purchasing this watch? I guess I would but there are other watches that are higher on my list - Do I like the 8900 quick hour change v quick date change. Quick hour change to cycle the date wins for me, really useful when travelling and not having to reset the time. As shown you can move backward the date also. - The band clasp is a mechanical dream I have the same mechanism on my old Pie Pan leather band.
Anthony, thanks for sharing your with us! Very interesting!! The 50 meters water resistance are not top, yes... But in daily live & use absolutely sufficient, also due to the fact that the cases are tested for much more to absolutely guarantee these 50 meters... 100 meters would have meant a bigger and thicker case...
Great presentation. I really like this new line up. Plenty of choices. Although you are warming up to this watch, I'd bet the Moser Heritage Center Seconds (funky blue) is still the one you want most.
14 mm! Omega's calibres are quite thick, that's the reason... But they are the very best mechanical movements money can buy. There are no miracles, believe me... All these (extra) thin calibres for sure are good, but far off from what Omega delivers...
Thanks again for the review Alex! My wife's first Omega was a Constellation. The Constellation line is a little bit "80's" in its execution, but it's certainly classy nevertheless. I hate to bring up the thickness again-- my Tudor Pelagos is also 14mm...but with 500m water resistance...
But you can't compare the quality of an Omega calibre with a Tudor calibre ... Omega-calibres are thicker than others, but a also the best you can buy for money... There are no mechanical miracles! Click on the link and download the PDF to learn what it means to get a Master Chronometer certification... www.metas.ch/metas/en/home/dok/rechtliches/Zertifizierung_Uhren.html
I understand, since I never liked the Constellation before seeing/touching the new one... Much, much more interesting now!!! At least worth to go for a touch and feel ... 😉
I like my 39mm Constellation (calibre 8800 instead of 8900) quite a bit, but it runs -4s/day despite the METAS and whatever anybody claims about Master Certification.
@@WatchAdvisor It should not run slow according to Omega's specs/guarantees. I will take it to our area Boutique once we have a better control of the pandemic or when my Snoopy arrives, whichever happens first. Unsure which one I should be more hopeful about. :) At least, I still have more than 4 years warranty remaining for the Constellation. Happy Holidays, and stay safe!
I know you just did a video about the "numbers" of watch industry in 2020, but, as the year will finish soo, will be great to see a final resume before the start of 2021. Moreover, have you any gossip about who is going to close the doors or who is going to close the doors within 3/5 months? the aviation industry, all over the world, did receive a lot of money from Governments, we cannot say the same for the watch industry isn't it?
@@garyboyle695 they do. They made some crazy dial as well. That textured dial is the reminiscent of the Omega constellation dials made during the sixties, like ref 168.017, 168.019, 168.027, 168.029, 168.016, 168.018, and 168.015 which used cal 561/564 and 751, then during the 70es in several ref like 153.014 and another ref that used cal 711/712, and another few references that used cal 1011/1021. Collectors mostly called them linen dial. Throughout the 50es to the 70s they've done as well some crazy dial like waffle, honeycomb, snake skin, burgundy, tapisserie or even fumee dial like those produced by Moser.
It’s a beautiful watch! But at 14 mm they could not make 100m wr because it would make it thicker? What about seamaster 13.6 mm with 300m wr ? By the way with 50 m wr (not water proof) you can’t take it to the pool. For me a deal breaker. If it wasn’t for that I would get one right now !
@@WatchAdvisor all the charts i know say 50 m wr you can shower but you cant swim. You can submerse it in water for brief periods, but you can’t swim in the pool or ocean for long periods - Water Resistance is not water proof. If you don’t agree with me than let’s agree to disagree. The fact is that at 14 mm Omega was lazy and should have given us 100 m.
WATER-RESISTANCE ... Master Chronometer Certified ... To ensure the integrity of the Omega timepieces at depth, not just some but all watches are fully immersed in water and pressure is applied up to the point of the guaranteed water resistance. By submerging each watch in water Omega has chosen - yet again - to exceed normal testing standards... Every Omega goes swimming before it is sold...
luv luv Love it! Very well articulated dial which can please those who can not afford a meteorite rolex dial ( as they are only available w/ (very) precious metals)), nicest suprise of this f.k.n. ANNUS HORRIBILIS, VERY COOL take on a much ignored line from Omega; it is like the best of so many worlds, and Aleks dank vielmals!----(COUPLE OF MINUTES İN TO THE PRESENTATION: still like it even though it is WR up to 50meters, but why should a 'time and date'' watch be so thick and allow only surface swimming) Rolex bears the crown on MERIT; Somebody PLEASE SAY VACHERON CONSTANTIN is the HOLY FATHER!
@@WatchAdvisor Yes SIR who can doubt it; but do you join me in my disappointment as per the case thickness? That is the very battle I always lose with G.O. I love...why could this beautiful watch not be rival to the yacht-master40 rhodium dial, and it is the upper echelon of Omega watches...Why do they do that?
sorry to keep blubbering on but Omega knows how to build water-resistant watches- WHY 50m? elegance is not a trade off against it, at a time one is forced to pay almost double for any Rolex alike, this is a big opportunity lost! 15mm? please maybe I may wait....
@@tuerkischermeister Omega calibres never were the thinnest, but they are among the very best money can buy... Making calibres thinner means loosing quality... Every honest watchmaker will tell you... there are no miracles... solid mechanics need space...
@@WatchAdvisor there are standards of quality which let us assess the movement..qualite fleurier, Metas, Cosc, superlative chromometer, Besançon, Poincon de Geneve, and Saxon equivalents: I am not a rolex fan: On the contrary, I love watches on an emotional basis, granted they come with a level of technical capability: I do not mean to contradict your vast knowledge and personal experience on any level: Yet I strongly suggest and believe that OMEGA with the superior Daniels co-axial calibre will Never out do rolex at this brick thickness: Maybe because I am a 44 year old who will never wear a RM even if gifted to me... I belong with romantic Lemania and JLC movements, and calibres 1003 of VC and alike...fyi my grail is a lemania based VC (47112)....many thanks for your valuable feedback!
Hi Alexander - No Steel Bracelet? Only rubber and leather - Omega should think about this option and a kind of quick change mechanism - Cool Watch - Great Video - Many Thanks
You can order and use the steel bracelet from the 39mm version. They are interchangeable. The bracelet is quite beautiful and comfortable (instagram.com/p/CE-mWrKgMEg/ ), but it is a pain to install, and I would not make plans to keep changing between bracelet and strap.
Great looking dial, but at 14 mm thick I‘ll pass. I‘ve never really liked the Constellation in the past, but this version does look really good. But I can‘t get over the thickness. In general, watch companies really need to reduce the thickness of modern watches.
Reducing thickness means losing quality ... Thin movements look good, but clearly offer a poorer “mechanical” quality ... If you don’t make compromises in quality that’s the way to go... You have to try the watch on your wrist to find out that the size is ok ...
@@WatchAdvisor I disagree that reducing thickness = decreasing quality. Habring2 Felix 7 mm, GO Sixties 9.4 mm, JLC Polaris 11.2 mm, Rolex Yachtmaster 16622 11.6 mm, even the Tudor Blue Bay diver is only 11.9 mm. These are good quality watches and the majority have water resistance great than the Omega.
Excelent presentation as usual Alexander. I dont think it looks as good on your wrist as the "Blue" Constilation you tesyed a few months ago (I wonder why?) :-) Omega has made a loverly Constellation series but I have noticed that in the 41 mm series there is no Stainless Steel bracelet. Do you know why? I think a crown guard would really set this watch off. (Oh and of course GREEN DIAL option would be nice.)
A green dial would in fact look good! I agree! Why there is no stainless steel bracelet? I don’t know... but I will try to find out... you are not the only one to ask...
@@WatchAdvisor Hi Alex, I was told by my local AD that the bracelet from the 39mm version is able to be placed on the 41mm. And vice versa. The straps are interchangeable.
@@sajawalbhutta8552 I can't tell you when the Constellation 41 mm will be offered with a bracelet... Have you tried the watch with one of the straps offered yet? Didn't you like it at all?
@@WatchAdvisor If you own one watch then it is not important, but if you own a collection of watches then not having a quick date change is painful. On average, you have to do about 30 full rotations of the hour hand to set the date correctly when you decide to wear the said watch. At least it is better than the older style (still found on watches from some brands, such as Nomos), for which you have to go back to 9pm and then past midnight to advance one day.
It does not look anything like meteorite. I actually preferred the black sunburst dial by quite a bit when I purchased my 39mm Constellation, though the white-gold hands, indexes, and markers of that version made probably the biggest difference; they looked really beautiful in combination with the back dial.
@@WatchAdvisor it's just personal. IF you wear it everyday, you don't have problem. But for people have many watches to rotate, if you didn't wear it for a week, you will need to rotate the hour hands 14 turns in order to get the right date. Not to say if you didn't wear it for more than a week. I could only ignore the date when I wear my GS GMT as it's extremely painful. At least it is for me....
Please do also read the description of the video! I am looking forward reading your comments and answering your questions...
Why Omega don't make a lot of complications?
@@watchesaliswiss714 Which one would you want to see?
Can you chow us Omega DeVille tourbillion
As a new owner of an Omega Seamaster diver 300 in white dial (arrived last week), i love this new constellation, Omega is really pushing forward with this new models with coaxial movment, and the finishing on the case are amazing! Thank you Alexander!
Thanks for sharing Manu! May your Seamaster always show you HAPPY seconds, minutes and hours...
This watch embodies trends in our current culture today. Luxury but with an air of casual. We’re no longer wearing suits to work and are dress shoes have rubber soles. This watch will mesh beautifully with our current trends
So true! It is sporty-elegant watch … just as our daily lifestyle has become …
A watch that deserves Insta time, but no, it’s always the same RMs, Patek, Rolex and shit
@@hathaway.1166 Leave the Rolex out of it. But, yea, I get you.
The reduction of the size of the “claws” makes this a much more appealing case without loosing the “nod to history” of why they existed. And the time zone jumping hour hand is a nice reference to the trans global aircraft which was this watches namesake 😉👍.
The claws are ok now... a design element and no longer a predominant design feature ...
Who knows, maybe one day, one of Omega watches will become best seller in the world and brand will be able to reclaim its long forgotten glory, in this price range these watches are the best.
What Omega today delivers in terms of quality is unparalleled... Just think about the Master Chronometer certification by the requirements of METAS...
After watching this vid a year ago I had a lot of affection for this watch. While on vacation I stopped in a boutique and tried on the new speed master. I so wanted to love the new speedy… I didn’t. While talking to the sales person she said I have a new constellation in the back. It’s new white ceramic dial with blue strap. Why don’t I show it to you.
That’s all it took for me. I love my constellation.
Although not very popular in the US. If you try it in in person you may be surprised
Thanks for sharing your thoughts and passion with us! There is always only one way to find out if you like a watch or not: you need to try it on your wrist and discover it there in different light conditions… Well done 👍🏼! May your Constellation continue to always show you happy seconds, minutes and hours…
I bought the Sedna gold/steel dial variant of this watch just over a month ago......It’s absolutely stunning.
Omega outdid themselves with that one!!
I am happy to read this! May your Constellation always show you HAPPY seconds, minutes and hours...
When I first saw this I thought it wasn’t that nice but I’ve had a look at one now and it’s stunning. The dial is incredible and Omega should do more dials like it. Omega are really improving their quality and model line up. The new speedy is out soon and that’s going to sell like cakes that are very hot.
The best is always to go for a touch and feel... Only then you will be able to say I like the watch or not... It does not astonish me that you write this by the way ... 😉
Genta meets Grand Seiko! Surprisingly nice - I'm not normally a fan of the Connie and it's 'mirror clasps' but they are toned down here, as you say. I'm surprised they have yet to create a bracelet as the market for this type of watch is very bracelet leaning, though I like the strap.
I would only wear the Constellation with a rubber/leather strap... looks much more refined IMHO...
Love the Constellation 🌟 Great review, Alexander.
Thanks for sharing! Do you have a favorite model?
Thank you Alexander. Very nice presentation. Dial is really nice, almost meteor like. Is it the construction of the coaxial that makes things on the thicker side? Not sure why it’s thicker then the aqua terra, but maybe it is the bezel that seems to be straighter with a crystal that comes over the edge. Resistance to 15,000 Gauss is very impressive and it looked very sharp on the wrist. I think however the aqua terra grey blue or green dial would be my pick to have the 8900 movement. On the rubber they are awesome, and I like to have the option of swimming with my watch. Omega is definitely doing some good things these days adding a lot of variety.
I own two Aqua Terra models, so I know exactly what you are writing about... But I have to admit that I begin this new Constellation ... it’s predecessors though we’re a no-go for me...
Amazing watch. But your presentation makes the watches even more valuable and adorable. Thanks
This is a wonderful compliment! Thank you VERY much! I love your comment ...
I want one! Price is very fair! I hope Swatch group pays you appropriately for this very professional presentation of their product. A better job than they themselves could manage I think.
It is a deep joy, an incredible reward for me to read this! I blushed because of the words you have been choosing! Thank you!
Wow - this is the first Omega I could see working as a his and hers set.
Yep, I agree... lots of choice for her and him ...
Another great Omega review. Thanks Sir Alex. Watching it right now.
You are welcome! Love your comment! Let me know what you think about the new Constellation...
@@WatchAdvisor i like the dial very much and also like the crown. The movement is great i have it in my Planet Ocean and its magnificent.
This is a good looking watch. The dial is amazing and the design is unique. I don't know why people in Hodinkee's article of this watch said it's ugly and outdated.
Really? 🤷🏻♂️ Never mind! Did you know that HODINKEE is part of LVMH? This might explain the reason...
@@WatchAdvisor This is the article www.hodinkee.com/articles/omega-constellation-41mm-models-introducing The article itself is fine, the author is neutral and objective. But the comment section not so much. Apparently, many people dislike the watch.
I didn't care for this watch much at first but the longer I looked at it, the better it looked! Omega put a lot of little styling details in it, sort of like Omega does GS. Still don't care for the claws much, but overall this watch is pretty sleek. Really like the dial and hands. Thanks Alexander.
I am happy to read this!
For some reasons when I see the watch it doesn't like me, but when you show us put it in your wrist the watch look very very nice.
Great video.
Thank you for this wonderful feedback! Love your comment! Please let me know if you have any questions about the new Constellation...
I've never been a great fan of the Constellation, but this new version is something different. Love it!
Same here... 😉
I have recently tried on the 41mm blue dial constellation and have to say it looks fantastic especially as I was never a fan of the previous constellations . The brushed effect from the star is a very clever touch also. Well done omega 🌟👍👌
Thanks for sharing!
its really the one of best watch out there for price and a nice daily day
but my fav is of black bezel
You just have to put the watches on the wrist and then you start loving them ... Happened to me too and I did not like the "old" Constellation ... The predecessors weren't my cup of tea...
First time I see that mechanism for closing it, really interesting
I am happy to read this!
I love the blue constellation.
In a way they are all cool... And Omega offers a variety of choices ...
Good combination really looks good and the rubber strap makes it looking good for everyday and for more formal events
That's a perfect watch for daily use in fact...
Your reviews are the best! Schoenen Gruss aus NY!
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Very nice if only a bit thick for a time only piece.
Try the watch on your wrist and you will change your mind... the all over impression is simply good ....
Another spectacular review. Thank you sir!👍🏼
Thank you very, very much! I am happy to read this!
Tolle Uhr, super Bericht! Danke 🙏🏼
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I very much appreciate the redesign of the Constellation. The case is more streamlined now, has the sloped profile of the Globemaster, and it has more elegant handset and indices. I prefer the 39mm model released in the same 2020 year, though one thing I don't like is that the center links on the newly designed bracelet do not taper with the bracelet this creating a confusing and unbalanced look.
The Constellation 41 is a really nice watch but that 14mm thickness is too much for a 3 handed 50m water resistant watch, and the evidence of that is the Seamaster 300 Professional being a diver with a rotating bezel with 300m water resistance in a 13.7mm thick package. If I had to make an educated guess, the 5.5mm height of the 8900 movement is what makes this new Constellation so thick.
All actual Omega movements are not really slim, but they are damn good... not to say the best mass manufactured movements of the industry... Master Chronometer certified... click on the link to METAS and download the PDF to get more information... www.metas.ch/metas/en/home/dok/rechtliches/Zertifizierung_Uhren.html
@@WatchAdvisor Alexander I agree that a thicker movement means a more robust and long lasting movement, but at what end does a movement becomes too thin to a point it becomes physical and mechanically compromised? We can compare this watch to the ROLEX Explorer 39 which has a 5.37mm thick movement. Close to the thickness of the 8900 caliber housed inside the Constellation 41 but the Explorer case still manages to stand thinner at 11mm in height with 100m of water resistance.
Great review and love the content. Keep posting.
Love your comment! Thanks for sharing...
Once again a great review Alexander. Thank you.
That dial looks fantastic as the light moves around it, the non intrusive roman numerals on the bezel are also very well executed. The general finish looks also up to the expected standard of this watch. I completely agree the 'claws' are much better on this model than some others over the years. The METAS certification is also definitely a good mention given we are surrounded by things that are creating magnetic fields (sounds like a good title for a music album from an acclaimed French electronics musician). I do have a few thoughts why this watch does not make my ever changing shortlist though at the moment, not all watches on my shortlist are ever purchased but it's nice to have the list.
Looks wise the strap looks great and is very well done however you would be restricted to Omega replacement bands so choice would be limited.
5 Bar water resistance is fine, but I have an old METAS certified Pie Pan Globemaster 130.33.39.21.03.001 with the same 8900 movement and no screw down crown that is 10 bar and similar dimensions. Maybe it's the case construction differences. Not a deal breaker but I guess I prefer my old Globemaster. On a personal note I think the constellation should also have the old observatory medallion represented on the case back even though no one will give a pair of dingo's kidneys if it's not present as they will not see it.
In summary.
- Do I like like watch? absolutely
- Would I consider purchasing this watch? I guess I would but there are other watches that are higher on my list
- Do I like the 8900 quick hour change v quick date change. Quick hour change to cycle the date wins for me, really useful when travelling and not having to reset the time. As shown you can move backward the date also.
- The band clasp is a mechanical dream I have the same mechanism on my old Pie Pan leather band.
Anthony, thanks for sharing your with us! Very interesting!! The 50 meters water resistance are not top, yes... But in daily live & use absolutely sufficient, also due to the fact that the cases are tested for much more to absolutely guarantee these 50 meters... 100 meters would have meant a bigger and thicker case...
Great presentation. I really like this new line up. Plenty of choices. Although you are warming up to this watch, I'd bet the Moser Heritage Center Seconds (funky blue) is still the one you want most.
Hehe 😜 you seem to know me!
Sapphire crystal, almost 15mm thick and only 5 bar? I can't understand Omega sometimes
14 mm! Omega's calibres are quite thick, that's the reason... But they are the very best mechanical movements money can buy. There are no miracles, believe me... All these (extra) thin calibres for sure are good, but far off from what Omega delivers...
Thank you for the video. Beautiful watch. Definitely on my wish list.
Exactly this one, or the Constellation in general?
@@WatchAdvisor yes, this one in particular. It’s fantastic.
@@johnabbott8150 I hear you! 😉
That dial is gorgeous
What about the rest of the watch? Do you like the new Constellation?
Thanks again for the review Alex!
My wife's first Omega was a Constellation.
The Constellation line is a little bit "80's" in its execution, but it's certainly classy nevertheless.
I hate to bring up the thickness again-- my Tudor Pelagos is also 14mm...but with 500m water resistance...
But you can't compare the quality of an Omega calibre with a Tudor calibre ... Omega-calibres are thicker than others, but a also the best you can buy for money... There are no mechanical miracles! Click on the link and download the PDF to learn what it means to get a Master Chronometer certification... www.metas.ch/metas/en/home/dok/rechtliches/Zertifizierung_Uhren.html
@@WatchAdvisor Hahaha thank you for the link Alex! I get your point. I promise I'll never bring up that thickness topic again. Cheers!
@@atrsaroma 🤣 No worries... you are free to write what you want at all times ... This PDF shows what Omega delivers and yes it is impressive...
Great video, thanks.
You are welcome! What do you like most?
@@WatchAdvisor I like the dials on these new watches. By the way, great video with the Navy pilot.
I really love Omgea but this one is not for me... But still a great video. Cheers from Luxembourg and merry xmas to the whole team👍🏻❤️
I understand, since I never liked the Constellation before seeing/touching the new one... Much, much more interesting now!!! At least worth to go for a touch and feel ... 😉
I like my 39mm Constellation (calibre 8800 instead of 8900) quite a bit, but it runs -4s/day despite the METAS and whatever anybody claims about Master Certification.
The "8800" can do better than this! You should consider to service the watch with Omega in the near future...
@@WatchAdvisor It should not run slow according to Omega's specs/guarantees. I will take it to our area Boutique once we have a better control of the pandemic or when my Snoopy arrives, whichever happens first. Unsure which one I should be more hopeful about. :) At least, I still have more than 4 years warranty remaining for the Constellation. Happy Holidays, and stay safe!
I know you just did a video about the "numbers" of watch industry in 2020, but, as the year will finish soo, will be great to see a final resume before the start of 2021. Moreover, have you any gossip about who is going to close the doors or who is going to close the doors within 3/5 months? the aviation industry, all over the world, did receive a lot of money from Governments, we cannot say the same for the watch industry isn't it?
Good idea! I’ll do the necessary... 😉 Will contact Réne Weber tomorrow...
Im looking to buy a watch for my dad but dont really know if its really worth buying??? What would you say??
Help me a little bit by providing me some information about your dad …
Not my cup of tea.
Nice video mate.
I didn’t like it’s predecessors... but I begin to like the new ones ...
Hmm, do Grand Seiko now make dials for Omega? :-)
Omega has been producing these kind of dials mainly on the deville series in 1960.
@@watchnerds not that textured dial.
Correct!
@@garyboyle695 they do. They made some crazy dial as well. That textured dial is the reminiscent of the Omega constellation dials made during the sixties, like ref 168.017, 168.019, 168.027, 168.029, 168.016, 168.018, and 168.015 which used cal 561/564 and 751, then during the 70es in several ref like 153.014 and another ref that used cal 711/712, and another few references that used cal 1011/1021. Collectors mostly called them linen dial. Throughout the 50es to the 70s they've done as well some crazy dial like waffle, honeycomb, snake skin, burgundy, tapisserie or even fumee dial like those produced by Moser.
Thanks Alexander 👍.
You are very welcome! What do you think about the new Constellation?
@@WatchAdvisor Great, Alexander, I have ankd
An old one somewhere 😉
@@johnmcdonagh1607 I hear you!
It’s a beautiful watch!
But at 14 mm they could not make 100m wr because it would make it thicker? What about seamaster 13.6 mm with 300m wr ?
By the way with 50 m wr (not water proof) you can’t take it to the pool. For me a deal breaker.
If it wasn’t for that I would get one right now !
For me not a deal breaker, since I would take it to the pool... With 50 meters WR you are on the safe side for such "exercises" ...
@@WatchAdvisor all the charts i know say 50 m wr you can shower but you cant swim. You can submerse it in water for brief periods, but you can’t swim in the pool or ocean for long periods - Water Resistance is not water proof.
If you don’t agree with me than let’s agree to disagree. The fact is that at 14 mm Omega was lazy and should have given us 100 m.
WATER-RESISTANCE ... Master Chronometer Certified ... To ensure the integrity of the Omega timepieces at depth, not just some but all watches are fully immersed in water and pressure is applied up to the point of the guaranteed water resistance. By submerging each watch in water Omega has chosen - yet again - to exceed normal testing standards... Every Omega goes swimming before it is sold...
Love it
And that's "only" one new Constellation...
luv luv Love it! Very well articulated dial which can please those who can not afford a meteorite rolex dial ( as they are only available w/ (very) precious metals)), nicest suprise of this f.k.n. ANNUS HORRIBILIS, VERY COOL take on a much ignored line from Omega; it is like the best of so many worlds, and Aleks dank vielmals!----(COUPLE OF MINUTES İN TO THE PRESENTATION: still like it even though it is WR up to 50meters, but why should a 'time and date'' watch be so thick and allow only surface swimming) Rolex bears the crown on MERIT; Somebody PLEASE SAY VACHERON CONSTANTIN is the HOLY FATHER!
Vacheron Constantin is top notch my friend! I fully agree... 😉
@@WatchAdvisor Yes SIR who can doubt it; but do you join me in my disappointment as per the case thickness? That is the very battle I always lose with G.O. I love...why could this beautiful watch not be rival to the yacht-master40 rhodium dial, and it is the upper echelon of Omega watches...Why do they do that?
sorry to keep blubbering on but Omega knows how to build water-resistant watches- WHY 50m? elegance is not a trade off against it, at a time one is forced to pay almost double for any Rolex alike, this is a big opportunity lost! 15mm? please maybe I may wait....
@@tuerkischermeister Omega calibres never were the thinnest, but they are among the very best money can buy... Making calibres thinner means loosing quality... Every honest watchmaker will tell you... there are no miracles... solid mechanics need space...
@@WatchAdvisor there are standards of quality which let us assess the movement..qualite fleurier, Metas, Cosc, superlative chromometer, Besançon, Poincon de Geneve, and Saxon equivalents: I am not a rolex fan: On the contrary, I love watches on an emotional basis, granted they come with a level of technical capability: I do not mean to contradict your vast knowledge and personal experience on any level: Yet I strongly suggest and believe that OMEGA with the superior Daniels co-axial calibre will Never out do rolex at this brick thickness: Maybe because I am a 44 year old who will never wear a RM even if gifted to me... I belong with romantic Lemania and JLC movements, and calibres 1003 of VC and alike...fyi my grail is a lemania based VC (47112)....many thanks for your valuable feedback!
Of I like the video. But I don't like the design of the watch. It's weird. Who is this for?
The Asian markets are the ones who literally absorb Omega’s production of the Constellation...
Hi Alexander - No Steel Bracelet? Only rubber and leather - Omega should think about this option and a kind of quick change mechanism - Cool Watch - Great Video - Many Thanks
You can order and use the steel bracelet from the 39mm version. They are interchangeable. The bracelet is quite beautiful and comfortable (instagram.com/p/CE-mWrKgMEg/ ), but it is a pain to install, and I would not make plans to keep changing between bracelet and strap.
No steel bracelet in the moment, but I expect Omega to deliver one next year... Thanks for your positive feedback!
@@stephenc1337I’d love to see your Connie on bracelet but the link is now broken.
Hi, love your video, and thanks for sharing! btw just wondering does this 41mm version comes with a shorter rubber strap ?
There are always three lengths available of these straps…
@@WatchAdvisor thank you for the reply!
nice
May I be curious and ask: What exactly is nice?
Great looking dial, but at 14 mm thick I‘ll pass. I‘ve never really liked the Constellation in the past, but this version does look really good. But I can‘t get over the thickness. In general, watch companies really need to reduce the thickness of modern watches.
Reducing thickness means losing quality ... Thin movements look good, but clearly offer a poorer “mechanical” quality ... If you don’t make compromises in quality that’s the way to go... You have to try the watch on your wrist to find out that the size is ok ...
@@WatchAdvisor I disagree that reducing thickness = decreasing quality. Habring2 Felix 7 mm, GO Sixties 9.4 mm, JLC Polaris 11.2 mm, Rolex Yachtmaster 16622 11.6 mm, even the Tudor Blue Bay diver is only 11.9 mm. These are good quality watches and the majority have water resistance great than the Omega.
Impressive. No more, no less.
Did you like the Constellation before? I did not, but the new one has something...
@@WatchAdvisor agreed! No fan of older ones but this new version has this powerexpression to it. And the movement is a killer
Love the video. Do you think the Tudor Royal has the same feel as the Constellation?
You can’t compare the Tudor Royal to a Master Chronometer Certified Omega wristwatch. Impossible! Omega plays in a total different league... SORRY!
@@WatchAdvisor totally agree. I would say it’s more of the look. Omega certainly is different league.
Absolutely... no doubt!
Nice dial. I’m not in love with the case though. I know the case is signature Constellation.
The claws already got much less ... This redesign makes the watch much more attractive. I never liked the Constellation, but now I start to ...
if it had steel bracelet I would buy. Strange they only doing strap version for now....
I expect a 41mm titanium version to follow and this will be offered with a bracelet…
@@WatchAdvisor cool I expect if anyone knows its you :)))
Excelent presentation as usual Alexander.
I dont think it looks as good on your wrist as the "Blue" Constilation you tesyed a few months ago (I wonder why?) :-)
Omega has made a loverly Constellation series but I have noticed that in the 41 mm series there is no Stainless Steel bracelet. Do you know why? I think a crown guard would really set this watch off. (Oh and of course GREEN DIAL option would be nice.)
A green dial would in fact look good! I agree! Why there is no stainless steel bracelet? I don’t know... but I will try to find out... you are not the only one to ask...
@@WatchAdvisor the redesigned stainless steel bracelet looks better than the previous generation bracelet. It actually looks good now.
@@WatchAdvisor Thanks Alexander.
@@WatchAdvisor Hi Alex, I was told by my local AD that the bracelet from the 39mm version is able to be placed on the 41mm. And vice versa. The straps are interchangeable.
@@schmidt2697 thanks for that information Raynor. Much appreciated.
It must be a limited edition due to it is an omega "constallation"
very good review pal. greetings from colombia
"It must be a limited edition?" Why? Omega never limited a Constellation as far as I know ...
Prefer the ceramic version personally
Thanks for sharing your thoughts with us!
whera is avalible this watch
At authorized Omega dealers and in Omega Boutiques...
Not bad, but I prefer leather or bracelet!
Of course... tastes are different!
Can we change the watch strap to stainless steel?
No, the 41 mm is not yet sold with a bracelet, only with straps...
Alright Thanks, So what should i do now wait? because i wanted to buy 41mm with steel bracelet...
@@sajawalbhutta8552 I can't tell you when the Constellation 41 mm will be offered with a bracelet... Have you tried the watch with one of the straps offered yet? Didn't you like it at all?
@@WatchAdvisor yes you can use the stainless steel band of the 39 mm, as approved by Omega, for the 41mm size. Just did it
@@franklinzaydman8450 it fits? I did not know this…
The reason i don't get a GMT is the extremely painful date changing process
otherwise the dial is great (meteorite feeling... )
What exactly is wrong with the date-change? How often do you need to do this when wearing a watch?
@@WatchAdvisor If you own one watch then it is not important, but if you own a collection of watches then not having a quick date change is painful. On average, you have to do about 30 full rotations of the hour hand to set the date correctly when you decide to wear the said watch. At least it is better than the older style (still found on watches from some brands, such as Nomos), for which you have to go back to 9pm and then past midnight to advance one day.
It does not look anything like meteorite. I actually preferred the black sunburst dial by quite a bit when I purchased my 39mm Constellation, though the white-gold hands, indexes, and markers of that version made probably the biggest difference; they looked really beautiful in combination with the back dial.
@@WatchAdvisor
it's just personal.
IF you wear it everyday, you don't have problem.
But for people have many watches to rotate,
if you didn't wear it for a week, you will need to rotate the hour hands 14 turns in order to get the right date.
Not to say if you didn't wear it for more than a week.
I could only ignore the date when I wear my GS GMT as it's extremely painful.
At least it is for me....
Does it works with the older models?
What exactly do you mean?
No because the Older Model was a 38mm. The Strap will NOT fit Older model !
What is your wrist size please?
17 cm / 6,7 in
The old version is nicer looking I don't like the shape
Really???
@@WatchAdvisor definitely piece dish dial in blue was the nicest plus I don't like the new bezel
Oh bugger, looks like I'll have to dip in to the nippers eye operation money again. Well it's in a good cause ain't it.
Thanks for sharing! Let me know if you have any questions…
its thicker than a sub...
The only way to find out if this is a dealbreaker or not is to try the Constellation on your wrist ...
or do a side by side comparison. Try a sub at a Rolex boutique then Omega