For sale is an Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch ST145.022-69. This is no doubt one of the more recognized Speedmasters variations with the “new” 861 movement, flat chronograph hand, stepped dial, and smooth hippocampus back. I recently acquired a bit of a grail piece (that needs some parts and a service) so I’m looking to thin the herd to maintain some goals for my collection in 2019. Reference: 145.022-69 Movement: Cal. 861 Dial: Stepped dial runs through the hour markers and Speedmaster lettering has the long S and R. Although the dial is not “brown” it is certainly lighter grey/tan and some may call it “tropical.” I don’t care what you want to call it, it is fantastic looking (especially in the flesh). Markers: Great consistent patina and there is absolutely no flaking whatsoever. Crystal: Hesalite with Omega logo Bezel: Correct large font Tachymetre with plenty of “character.” This bezel is a chameleon and will change from blue to gray depending on the light and background. Some people call these bezels “ghosted.” Hands: Original and correct with a nice tan patina. The hour recorder hand is whiter but has a drop of tan on it so I believe it may still be the original. Chrono: Correct square end that matches the hands and does not have any flaking. Really dark lume as seen in the photos. Pushers/crown: Correct. The crown has a small scrape above the Omega symbol. Caseback: Correct -69 stamped hippocampus Serial #31,323,*** (blocked out for the privacy of the next owner). Watch comes with signed extract showing a manufacture date of April 2, 1971 and a delivery to Switzerland. View attachment 814409 EXTRAS - Obviously the extract from Omega, a sheet of the 50th anniversary of the Moon Landing stamps, the black Omega Velcro strap (NEW), Hippocampus paperweight from the Speedmaster big box, a new cheap handmade leather strap. Please refer to the pictures as the best indication of condition. The photos of the watch were taken by an old iPhone 6 and have not been edited. Below is my best attempt to fully describe the watch. This is a classic watch with honest wear. It is in working order, the chronograph functions as it should, starting / stopping / and resetting to zeroes. The watch keeps good time but I am unsure of its service history and therefore recommend a service. I would like $5500 obo PayPal F&F or wire. My asking price is based on my evaluation of the condition of the watch, research into similar examples I have seen, and the Speedmaster 101 chart. I’ve purchased and sold several watches on OF - and have plenty of feedback if you care to search my username. I’ve also listed this watch on eBay at a premium due to fees, but would much rather keep it in the OF family. View attachment 814414 View attachment 814415 View attachment 814416 View attachment 814401
Turns out I forgot movement pictures - so a solid reason for a bump. Movement is clean and the gasket is new. Additionally, here is a photo to demonstrate the color difference between this and another -69. You can tell it’s not brown but it also doesn’t really appear to be black.
I was told by a good friend on OF that my photos of this watch suck which is true, but that should make you want this piece more because you know it will be better in person! Here is at least one I moved the chronograph hand so you can see the lettering.