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SOLD Omega Speedmaster Day-Date MK40 3820.53 “Schumacher” | Boxes + Papers

  1. jB1128 Feb 2, 2020

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    Available for sale is my Omega Speedmaster Day-Date MK40 reference 3820.53.26 “Schumacher”.

    This is the same reference gifted to Ben Clymer, the founder of Hodinkee, by his Grandfather, and was the inspiration for their 10-year anniversary LE Speedmaster.

    For a 20+ year old watch, it is in tremendous condition. Free of any major dings, dents or blemishes, the factory finishes are fully intact and clearly observable.

    The only case mark of note is a small nick on the northeast lug along with some light strap changing marks on the underside of the lugs. I’ve done my best to capture both in the photos below.

    This example is a 55MM serial which ages it to ~1997. The grey dial is perfect and in untouched condition, while the numerals have aged to a wonderfully warm “pumpkin” patina with no cracking, chipping or flaking.

    Mechanically, all complications and functions are operating perfectly and it is keeping fantastic time at approximately +2.5 seconds per day.

    While the service history is unknown, it’s been assessed by my watchmaker, it’s clean as a whistle, won't require servicing for at least a year and successfully passed 3 bars of pressure testing (per spec).

    Specifications
    • Production year: 1997 based on the 55mil serial
    • Case Material: Stainless Steel
    • Crystal: Scratch‑resistant sapphire crystal with anti‑reflective treatment inside
    • Bracelet: Original Omega crocodile strap with white stitching, signed buckle
    • Movement: OMEGA 1151. Self‑winding chronograph movement with rhodium‑plated finish, 44 hour power reserve
    • Dimensions: 39mm Case diameter, 18mm Lug Width, 14mm Thick
    • Water Resistance: 3 bar (30 meters / 100 feet)
    • Accessories: Outer White Box, Inner Red box, Instruction Manual, Service Center Booklet, Warranty Card (stamped but NOT filled out)
    All photos are unedited in natural daylight - the watch serial number has been blurred for security purposes.

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    Never polished! All factory finishes are apparent, with crisp edges between all of the mirrored and brushed surfaces.
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    Crystal is scratch free, clear of any defects and the bezel is blemish free.
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    Above is the northeast lug and the one case mark that's noticeable without magnification (magnified to highlight).
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    Modest strap changing marks on the underside of the lug, virtually unnoticeable, but magnified here to highlight.
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    I am asking REDUCED $2850 USD OBRO.

    Payment terms are Paypal F&F or bank wire for the asking price, Paypal G&S is accepted but the buyer covers fees. I will ship to any CONUS address at my expense, all other destinations at cost.

    No returns unless grossly misdescribed.

    Thank you ΩF for the space!

    Some references below:

    https://omegaforums.net/threads/wonderful-transaction-with-jb1128.55608/

    https://omegaforums.net/threads/rbob99-great-guy-great-seller.49235/#post-589741

    https://omegaforums.net/threads/jb118-highest-recommendation-as-buyer.66288/

    https://omegaforums.net/threads/jb1128-great-buyer-solid-guy.73950/
     
    Edited Mar 28, 2020
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  2. rbob99 Feb 3, 2020

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    Very nice. GLWTS.
     
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  3. jB1128 Feb 6, 2020

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    Michael Schumacher approves of this watch.
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    I must say, the aged tritium on my example is much more attractive than what's pictured in the advertisement!

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    Edited Feb 6, 2020
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  4. stevec14 Feb 6, 2020

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    That is a lovely watch. GLWTS :thumbsup:
     
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  5. jB1128 Feb 11, 2020

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    Bump for #SpeedyTuesday !
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  6. jB1128 Feb 15, 2020

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    Bump and price reduction!
     
    Edited Mar 14, 2020
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  7. jB1128 Feb 19, 2020

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    Still available...!
     
    Edited Feb 23, 2020
  8. jB1128 Feb 23, 2020

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    Now (reduced) $2850 OBRO.
     
    Edited Mar 28, 2020
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  9. jB1128 Mar 1, 2020

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  10. jB1128 Mar 8, 2020

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    Bump - all reasonable offers considered.
     
    Edited Mar 14, 2020
  11. jB1128 Mar 12, 2020

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    OHPF - will update when the sale is complete.

    Still available, buyer was not legitimate.

    Edit for context: the watch is listed both here and elsewhere, the fraudulent buyer was not from OF.
     
    Edited Mar 14, 2020
  12. jB1128 Mar 14, 2020

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    Price reduction!
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    Let's find this awesome example a new home.
     
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  13. jB1128 Mar 21, 2020

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    Last bump for awhile, I would really love to find this a good home on the forum.

    All reasonable offers considered.
     
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  14. rkman11 Mar 29, 2020

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    Beautiful set! This will make someone VERY happy... damn I wish it was me!
     
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  15. jB1128 Mar 30, 2020

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    The Speedmaster Day-Date MK40 is now sold! Thanks to the OF and buyer.
     
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