Hello,

I was thinking of getting an Omega from 1985 (which is my birthdate). Is there anything nice or cool looking from that era? Is there anything worth collecting?

Thanks!

 

Original speedmaster Moonphase?
http://chronomaddox.com/speedmaster_moonphase.html

 

Thank you. I can not decide if I like this Knight rider look But this makes it unique.

Maybe something under 1000$?

 

That Speedy is SUPER collectible, but very expensive and elusive

 

If you want that 866 moonphase let me know. I know the location of one or 2 lol.

 

On a similar theme, the Speedmaster Mark series are different, distinctive, and can be picked up for around $1000 or so

http://chronomaddox.com/omega/articles/mark_series/MarkSeries.html

the mark II with orange/ red/ gray dial is a classic

best of luck, Paul

edited to add: forgot to add, they are large!!

 

I believe the correct bracelet is the very uncommon 1447 bracelet while the 1450 bracelets came out shortly afterwards. Just my thoughts.

 

I remember seeing the 866 moonphase come on the 1447 originally and then switching over to the 1450 when production started in 1986 till it's stopped production date I believe in 1987. I've seen the 1447 on a couple of regular Speedy Pros but these are usually held in collection or were placed aside or even disposed of since replacement parts are very rare to source. I've had 2 - 1447 before and they are just like the 1450 but the links are a tiny bit more curved while being the first iteration to employ the quick release bar and the 1450 being the last one (it was nice and easy way to release the bracelet but a weak point of failure if the bracelet is worn too tight).