Omega Constellation Day-Date | Automatic | Steel | Black Dial 38mm

The Unmistakable 'Manhattan' Design

The 1982 "Manhattan" Constellation redefined luxury sports-dress watches with a bold, architectural silhouette that remains instantly recognisable. This 38mm day-date example embodies that legacy—sleek stainless steel, a striking black dial and the integrated bracelet that turn functionality into a lasting style statement.

The Architecture of an Icon

• Reference Number: 123.10.38.22.01.001
• The Four Signature 'Griffes' (Claws): Prominent, sculpted claws at 3 and 9 o’clock that anchor the bezel and define the model’s profile
• The Integrated Bracelet: Seamless link design flowing from case to wrist for comfort and visual unity
• Half-Moon Facets on the Case: Subtle, polished facets that catch light and articulate the case geometry
• Bezel with Roman Numerals: Classic engraved numerals that balance contemporary form with traditional cues
• Dial: Deep black, clean layout with day-date display for practical elegance
• Material: Stainless steel case and bracelet, purposefully finished in alternating brushed and polished surfaces
• Case Diameter: 38mm – a modern, versatile proportion for the discerning gentleman
• Movement: Automatic, reliable daily wear calibre

The Curator's Insight

The griffes began as a practical solution to improve water resistance; over time they evolved into the Constellation’s most seductive trademark—an element that proves function can become the finest form of signature style.

Instantly Recognizable, Endlessly Elegant

This Constellation Day‑Date is not merely a timekeeper but an architectural statement: refined, balanced and unmistakable on the wrist. For collectors who prize an identifiable silhouette married to everyday practicality, it offers a rare combination of presence and subtleness—a watch that reads as both a design icon and a tool for modern life.

This Watch is Ideal For...

• The design aficionado who values an iconic, sculptural wrist presence
• The individual seeking a distinguished daily-wear luxury watch with a practical day-date complication
• Those who appreciate a seamlessly integrated bracelet and enduring 1980s-inspired aesthetics