[PROJECT MERCURY] ASTRONAUT DEKE SLAYTON'S PERSONAL OMEGA CONSTELLATION GOLD WRISTWATCH

Dial: gold  Caliber: cal. 1310 quartz movement Case: 18k yellow gold, case back secured by four screws Closure:  18k yellow gold Omega bracelet with folding clasp Dimensions: 37 mm width Signed: case, dial and movement

Case:The case is in overall very good condition, with light scuffing consistent with age and use. Small nicks to the case at 1-2, 5, 7, and 10-11, the edges with very light signs of polish but retain the original edges. Some light scratches and scuffs to the case back. Case back engraved "Astronaut Donald K. Slayton First International Space Flight July 15 1975"Bracelet condition consistent with use and remains tight. Light scratches and scuffing overall, notable light scratches to the clasp. Dial: The dial is in very good overall condition. Small scuff at 10 o'clock close to the center arbor.Movement:The movement is in very good overall condition. The functions cycle and work correctly. The movement is running at time of cataloging, however it was not tested for the accuracy of time or duration of the power reserve and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

Given to Slayton by Omega to commemorate his flight on the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project, case back engraved with: "Astronaut Donald K. Slayton. First International Space Flight. July 15, 1975."Slayton was one of the original Mercury 7 astronauts, but was grounded in 1962 due to an irregular heart rhythm. He went on to serve as NASA's Director of Flight Crew Operations, and finally, in 1975 at the age of 51, he was cleared to fly, and became the docking module pilot for the Apollo Soyuz Test Project (ASTP), making him the oldest person to fly in space at the time.