Yes, that’s not a concern. The concern would be losing the original basically flawless bezel. And I don’t actually mind chipping the bezel a bit, but the dial is the centerpiece for me (well, that and the 321) and damaging it would be … well, lousy.
Given the state of the pusher + the grime visible on the watch + an intent on wearing this watch regularly = I would consider having this watch serviced to preserve 321 movement + to change gaskets, etc.
What do you guys think?
not sure what grime you’re referring to unless you mean the discoloration on the pushers which is obviously greatly magnified in the photos. The movement is in immaculate shape, as you can see in photo 8 on the dealer’s site (I wouldn’t dare open the case myself) https://mentawatches.com/product/sold-watches/omega-pre-moon-speedmaster-8/
Well, these pics are very helpful… and would validate IMHO, that this watch is in need of a service.
Look at the grime on the stems of the pushers, between the crystal and the bezel and some parts of the case that show a bit of rust. Look at the condition of the gasket in the pic showing the movement: it is full of gunk and even shows parts that are a bit rusty.
NOTHING is the end of the world, and this is a very nice watch, but it could benefit from some love from a qualified watchmakers. Let us know where you are located and members will be happy to make recommendations for you.
Good luck and do enjoy this beauty. It makes me VERY happy to read that you are planning on wearing this daily. 👍
So if I understand well - the main reason for not wearing it daily is the scarcity of replacement parts and thereby the cost of repairing it? Would the same apply to a 145022 and within that reference, would it be different from wearing a '70s vs a '90s on a daily basis?
Get yourself a 3570.50 and wear the hell out of it.
Keep this one for when you’re feeling sexy.
Anyway, that’s more detail than you need into my irrational watch collecting tendencies but suffice it to say, I don’t see wearing a different model daily as a substitute for the real thing, as great of a watch as the 3570.50 (and all the other x861 Speedmasters) may be.
