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·For the past two weeks, I have (once again) been the proud owner of a stunning Omega 125, reference number 178.0002.
This watch houses a beautiful automatic movement under the hood, calibre 1041.
This Speedmaster was released to commemorate Omega’s 125th anniversary and is referred to as a so-called “limited edition.”
Various websites mention a production run of 2,000 pieces, but that figure is greatly understated. The exact numbers are unknown, but it is believed that between 15,000 and 17,000 examples were produced.
Mine is a numbered example from 1973, which is visible on the caseback.
The Omega Speedmaster 125 is one of the most historically significant and underrated models in the Speedmaster family. Created to celebrate Omega’s 125th anniversary, this watch represents a unique moment in the brand’s history, combining technical achievement with bold 1970s design.
At its heart is the calibre 1041, Omega’s first and only automatic chronograph movement to be officially COSC-certified as a chronometer. This alone places the Speedmaster 125 in a special category, as it was the first automatic chronograph wristwatch ever to achieve chronometer certification—a milestone that resonates strongly with collectors who value horological innovation.
The imposing integrated stainless-steel case, unmistakably seventies in character, gives the watch a commanding presence on the wrist, though it wears very comfortable and subtle . Its substantial weight, about 180 grammes, and monolithic construction contribute to a feeling of solidity.
Not bad on a 7 inch wrist at all.
For Speedmaster collectors, the appeal lies not only in its technical features but also in its relative scarcity on the market for the numbered edition. While production numbers were higher than originally advertised, the Speedmaster 125 remains far less common than standard Speedmaster references, especially in well-preserved, complete, and numbered examples.
This watch houses a beautiful automatic movement under the hood, calibre 1041.
This Speedmaster was released to commemorate Omega’s 125th anniversary and is referred to as a so-called “limited edition.”
Various websites mention a production run of 2,000 pieces, but that figure is greatly understated. The exact numbers are unknown, but it is believed that between 15,000 and 17,000 examples were produced.
Mine is a numbered example from 1973, which is visible on the caseback.
The Omega Speedmaster 125 is one of the most historically significant and underrated models in the Speedmaster family. Created to celebrate Omega’s 125th anniversary, this watch represents a unique moment in the brand’s history, combining technical achievement with bold 1970s design.
At its heart is the calibre 1041, Omega’s first and only automatic chronograph movement to be officially COSC-certified as a chronometer. This alone places the Speedmaster 125 in a special category, as it was the first automatic chronograph wristwatch ever to achieve chronometer certification—a milestone that resonates strongly with collectors who value horological innovation.
The imposing integrated stainless-steel case, unmistakably seventies in character, gives the watch a commanding presence on the wrist, though it wears very comfortable and subtle . Its substantial weight, about 180 grammes, and monolithic construction contribute to a feeling of solidity.
Not bad on a 7 inch wrist at all.
For Speedmaster collectors, the appeal lies not only in its technical features but also in its relative scarcity on the market for the numbered edition. While production numbers were higher than originally advertised, the Speedmaster 125 remains far less common than standard Speedmaster references, especially in well-preserved, complete, and numbered examples.
