New Speedmaster

Just picked up a NIB 311.30.42.30.01.005. It's currently at the watchmaker's having a new Japan Racing Dial and hands installed. Also ordered the Omega clasp with micro adjustments.

Looks great, congrats and looking forward to the finished product.

Speaking of the Racing dial, I recently acquired a full conversion Japan Special Racing watch done by Adam Lewis in Perth. This particular watch started life as a 3594.50, ca 2003 (it was a series in honor of the first Speedmaster of 1957), and was converted to a full spec 3570.40 Japan Special Racing model. The movement was completely rebuilt and any worn, damaged parts were replaced. The mid-case was completely refinished back to factory spec with any dings/dents welded prior to refinishing. A new bezel and correct back for the Ref. 3570.40 model were installed, along with a new Japan Special Racing dial and hands. And a new correct bracelet for that reference, 1998/849, was also included. Everything is as it should be for a 3570.40. It is obviously NOT one of original 2004 pieces but it is identical spec wise, and the case and movement date from the approximate time period as well.

I'm not a great fan of steel bracelets on most Speedmasters so I ordered a Genteel charcoal Maya leather strap with orange stitching fitted to a 16mm Omega deployant clasp. It all ties together, imo, and presents a very sporty appearance.

I look forward to seeing some pics of the OP's watch once it has the new dial and hands.



The original donor watch, a 3594.50 with Broad Arrow hands, steel bezel:

Picked up the Speedmaster this afternoon and I really like this watch.

That strap looks great. Was this a special order at Genteel?

Yes, special order. Easy to spec out a strap to your specifications on his website, then it takes about 5 weeks until the DHL guy arrives with the strap.