Looking for Expertise

Hey everyone,


I recently inherited this Omega Speedmaster Mark II from my grandfather, and I’ve been spending time learning more about it and appreciating its unique character. According to my grandfather’s memory, everything on the watch is original, and he doesn’t recall ever replacing parts or having it refinished - but as with many vintage pieces, you never know. I'm not looking to sell it; it has sentimental value and I want to care for it properly.

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What I Know So Far:​

• Model: Omega Speedmaster Mark II
• Movement: Manual-wind Caliber 861 (I haven’t opened the case myself)
• Dial: Racing-style dial with orange, red, and white accents on a light grey
• Case: Brushed stainless steel, tonneau-shaped
• Chronograph: Fully functional - start, stop, and reset all work correctly

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What It Came With:​

It came in what I believe is the original “Moon box” - though unfortunately, it was empty when I received it (no papers, manuals, or extras). Still, it’s a cool piece to have alongside the watch.

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What I’m Unsure About:​

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- The pushers look slightly different from other Mark IIs I’ve seen online - maybe a bit taller or shaped differently? I’m curious whether these could be original, a service replacement, or something else entirely.

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- The bracelet is one I haven’t seen on many other Mark IIs. It could be a lesser-seen Omega reference, or possibly a later addition. I’ll include photos of the clasp and end links - maybe someone here can help identify it?

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- The racing dial is what drew me in immediately, but I’ve noticed it doesn’t quite match most of the ones I’ve seen online. I’m wondering if it’s a rarer variant, or if there's a chance it might be a re-dial.

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- This one’s a big question for me. The brushing on the top of the case doesn’t seem to match the radial pattern I’ve seen on original Mark IIs - it looks more linear or horizontal, and some edges are a bit soft. Could the case have been refinished at some point?

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- I haven’t opened the caseback yet. I don’t have the tools, and I’m a bit nervous about re-sealing it properly. Would you recommend having it inspected by a watchmaker?



Thanks so much in advance for your help. I’ve attached detailed photos of the dial, case top and sides, pushers, bracelet clasp, and caseback (external only). I’m new to vintage Omega, but I want to understand and preserve this piece properly - both for its watchmaking value and family history.


Best regards,
Brink

take the watch as it is and sell the box

before selling the box, search information about it's value

and believe me:

you will have more fun with the watch and you will remember
many, many years, decades your "box-selling-story"

I have seen that the box alone goes for crazy amounts, but for sentimental value I think I’ll keep both. Even tho it would be a fun story 😅

Also there is nothing inside of it. So I imagine that takes a huge chunk of the sell value

Appreciate your reply. It really shed some light on my concerns with the watch

If I were to sell the box. Where would be a good place to do so? And how much is it worth in the condition it’s in with the missing pieces?
(Just in case you have some information on it) 😊

That is absolutely insane. I’ll see if I can dig up some more and make an assessment from that. But thx a lot 😊

I know the crystal was replaced at one time and the replacement was an original, but it’s some time ago. Can that still be done at a reasonable price?

Similar condition box recently sold here - again without the insert.

It is even worth considering keeping the box for a longer time, it won't affect you negatively for sure