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The Omega calibre 3313 movement used in the new Double Eagle chronograph is itself a complication among chronographs: not only is it fitted with Omega’s unique and revolutionary Co-Axial Escapement, which reduces friction in the movement and offers better long-term accuracy, it also has a column-wheel chronograph mechanism. The column-wheel chronograph ensures precision operation of the chronograph functions, with a vertical coupling ensuring zero delay in the start,omega watches guide stop and reset functions. Few such chronographs are available on the market today, since only a handful of prestige watchmakers are capable of producing this highly sophisticated mechanism. In the Double Eagle chronograph, the Omega 3313 has an intricate rhodium-plated finish of circular graining, Geneva wave decor and gold-plated engravings, with a blue-steel screw as the centrepiece of this mechanical and aesthetic marvel. As a prestige movement, it naturally boasts top specifications, with official COSC chronometer certification and a self-winding mechanism that gives the watch a power reserve of 55 hours.
The completely redesigned case used for the Constellation Double Eagle has been enlarged by 3mm to 41mm to accommodate the chronograph movement. omega watches guide It maintains the typical Constellation features, with the four distinguishing polished stainless-steel “claws” that clamp the bezel to the case contrasting elegantly with the brushed stainless-steel finish of the case and bezel, which bears stamped Roman numerals – another distinctive feature of the Constellation line. The asymmetric design of the claws presents a more modern interpretation of the Constellation look and at the same time protects the time-setting crown. The brushed-steel bracelet, with its polished stainless-steel linking bars, offers a similar contrast and is fitted with an elegantly symmetrical butterfly clasp that is totally concealed when closed, further accentuating the sleek lines of the watch.