Omega Constellation QuartzvsRolex Datejust

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Omega Constellation Quartz at true scale

Constellation Quartz

Rolex Datejust at true scale

Datejust

Diameter

28mm

31mm

Lug-to-Lug

30.5mm

n/a

Thickness

8.5mm

n/a

Water Resistance

30m

100m

highest

Power Reserve

n/a

55h

MSRP

$3,500

lowest

$9,350

Movement

Omega 4061

2236

Case

8 specs
Diameter
28mm
31mm
Thickness
8.48mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
30.52mm
n/a
Lug Width
n/a
n/a
Material
Stainless Steel
Oystersteel
Finish
Steel
White Rolesor - combination of Oystersteel and white gold
Water Resistance
30m
100m
Caseback
n/a
Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Domed
Flat
Dial Color
Black
Light Green
Indices
n/a
Index
Lume
None
Chromalight

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
Omega 4061
2236
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
0h
55h
Jewels
0
31
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,500
$9,350
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Omega Constellation Quartz

Owners widely praise the Omega Constellation Quartz for its clean, elegant design and compact 28mm case, which fits smaller wrists well, with one owner describing their gold-filled example's well-worn bracelet as feeling like butter. Some owners appreciate its integrated bracelet and lack of extraneous features, finding specific black and gold variants particularly appealing. One owner notes their vintage quartz model runs approximately -15 seconds per day after service, which they consider acceptable for its age. Owners are split on its wearability on larger wrists, though many prefer this vintage design over current Constellation models. Overall, owners rate the Omega Constellation Quartz highly for its elegant design and comfortable fit on smaller wrists.

Rolex Datejust

The Rolex Datejust is widely praised for its aesthetic variety, robust elegance, and versatility, making it suitable for daily wear in various settings. Owners consistently highlight the exceptional comfort of the Jubilee bracelet, with some preferring its "pizzazz" over the sportier Oyster bracelet. The 36mm size is frequently noted for its tasteful proportions, though opinions on dial colors and bezel styles, such as fluted or domed, vary among enthusiasts. Some configurations, particularly those with fluted bezels and Jubilee bracelets in specific dial colors, are considered highly sought-after, though wait times can be significant. The Rolex Datejust is not considered a good investment, as it typically depreciates upon purchase. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Rolex Datejust highly for its versatile style and comfortable wearability, representing a foundational piece of the brand's legacy.

From video reviewers

The fluted bezel is a consistent highlight. Reviewers did not agree on any specific weaknesses.