The Omega Constellation Electroquartz f8192 Hz (Ref. 196.0014) is a landmark timepiece from the early 1970s, notable for housing the Beta 21 movement. This movement was the result of a collaborative effort by 21 Swiss brands to compete with Japanese quartz technology.

  This vintage model is a rare find, often sought by collectors interested in the history of electronic watchmaking.

• Reference Number: 196.0014.

• Movement: Omega Caliber 1301 (Beta 21), a high-frequency quartz caliber operating at 8,192 Hz.

• Case Dimensions: Often described as 37mm or 38mm wide; some listings specify approximately 37 x 43 mm or 45 x 38 mm including the lugs.

• Dial: Silver-colored with applied baton indexes and a distinctive red date window located at the 6 o'clock position.

• Case Material: Stainless steel with a tonneau-shaped design and a fluted bezel.

• Distinctive Features: The "f8192 Hz" text on the dial and the Omega logo often featuring a red background, symbolizing the early Electroquartz era.