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FS Reduced - $6,990: 1988 Omega Speedmaster Apollo XI 2nd numbered edition - extract

  1. Kiwibloke Feb 7, 2023

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    Pulled this last year but with work still to do on the car restoration it's back on the market with new (and much reduced) pricing...

    This watch is in excellent condition by any measure and with price reduced to USD 6,990 or current market equivalent in any major currency - CHF, GPB, EUR, AUD... you cannot find better.... I have sent watches from my sell-down to the US and Europe with no issues and no additional cost to the purchaser. Shipping via DHL or FedEx with shared costs and insurance to be discussed.

    The first reference 345.0808 steel display back Speedmasters were produced between 1985 and 1988 with a copper-coloured 'luxury finish' 863 calibre movement. Two visual differences in this second numbered edition (produced between 1988 and 1990) are a switch to the yellow-plated 863 and inclusion of an 'A' in front of the engraved number on the display back bezel. The production run - like the first edition - is believed limited to 1,000 watches which makes this more limited than most of Omega's 'limited editions'...

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    This watch was purchased three years ago from a fastidious OF member. I've worn it sparingly over that period. Not serviced in my ownership as functions perfectly - winds effortlessly, the chrono functions (start, stop, reset) work exactly as they should, accurate timekeeping at +/- 7s per day (see timegrapher pic added 2/2/24)...

    The dial, bezel and hesalite crystal are unblemished. The logo, all writing and sub-dial markings are crisp and clear. All lume is intact and has aged to a very even (and pleasant) light custard colour.

    The case appears unpolished, the lugs are crisp and bevels show only a couple of very minor marks. All display back bezel writing is crisp and clear.

    As an early example of the 2nd edition it's fitted with the super comfortable 1450 bracelet, but has 809 end links (which MO states were fitted to the ST 376.0822 'Holy Grail') rather than the expected 808s. The bracelet will fit a 7.5" wrist. The clasp has a few (almost imperceptible) marks.

    I trust the photos give you all the needed angles - please ask any questions or correct any inaccuracy in my description. I have references on the forum as both seller and buyer. As always, thanks OF for the space...

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  2. DRjre086 Feb 7, 2023

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    Wowza! GLWS
     
  3. Jkuback Feb 7, 2023

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    Wrong side of the pond ....

    Great watch - glws and already congrats to the buyer :)
     
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  4. Kiwibloke Feb 7, 2023

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    That's what Fedex / DHL are for! Have shipped a high value watch to the US and another to Germany with zero drama... :thumbsup:
     
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  5. Jkuback Feb 9, 2023

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    Thanks - but I don't worry about shipping - import duties are the real PITA
     
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  6. Kiwibloke Feb 11, 2023

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    Have updated listing to include insurance and third-party option for any CONUS buyers - i.e. you would receive the watch as if it were purchased inside the US... hope that helps! :)
     
  7. Kiwibloke Feb 17, 2023

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    Weekend bump... all-inclusive package here; shipping, insurance (and the watch...)
     
  8. Kiwibloke Feb 25, 2023

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    Bump
     
  9. Kiwibloke Mar 4, 2023

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    Bump
     
  10. Kiwibloke Mar 9, 2023

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    Bump with a nip and tuck on pricing...
     
  11. Kiwibloke Mar 15, 2023

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    Bump - still offering insurance and shipping at the lower price; Autavia just delivered to NYC with zero cost and hassle for the buyer... :thumbsup:
     
  12. Kiwibloke Mar 21, 2023

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    Bump and further price reduction - but international shipping to your door still included... This is a 'limited edition'!
     
  13. Kiwibloke Mar 29, 2023

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    Withdrawn - trying elsewhere. PM me if any interest.
     
  14. Kiwibloke Jan 27, 2024

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    Back on the market!
     
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  15. Kiwibloke Feb 1, 2024

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    Bump with added pic of timegrapher measure taken today...
     
  16. Kiwibloke Feb 11, 2024

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    Bump…
     
  17. Kiwibloke Feb 29, 2024

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    Bump...
     
  18. Kiwibloke Mar 15, 2024

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    To the top...
     
  19. Kiwibloke Apr 6, 2024

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    Bump with final price reduction - you will not / cannot find a better example...