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Speedmaster 1989 apollo xi 20th anniversary edition

  1. lillatroll Jun 16, 2017

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    Most of my collection focuses around funky 70s omegas. When I started collecting,the speedmaster was the last watch I was interested in. I even started a thread asking why people liked them so much; I just liked so many other models more.
    I have liked quiet a lot of the LEs, especially ones like the tin tin, ones with a bit of colour but not enough to buy one.
    Since there are so many threads about speedies I have more often than not read them. Anyway, over time they have grown on me until I reached the point that I wanted one.
    I started looking at late 60s and early 70s models but they were a bit more than I wanted to spend and I don't have enogh knowledge to buy a decent one. I thought about a brand new one but they don't get that nice creamy lume colour that adds character, so after some research I decided to go for an apollo xi 20th anniversary edition. I was not too bothered wether it was a numbered le or if it came with box and papers just as long as it looked good. I reached out on the WTB section and was lucky enough to be able to buy one from a member here, gemini4. We have had excellent communication through out and the watch will be with me soon. I am looking forward to trying out when I get home in July.
    I guess if you hang out here long enough the speedy bug will get you in the end.:) anyway here are some pictures sent by gemini4.
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  2. Nathan1967 Jun 16, 2017

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    Wow! That is a beauty and with the full set too! I think that you've made a very wise choice.
    The only thing is now, that you've probably been bitten by the Speedmaster bug, what's next?
     
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  3. lillatroll Jun 16, 2017

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    Well I have a speedytuesday reserved so I guess that one will be next.
     
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  4. kov Trüffelschwein. Jun 16, 2017

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    Very happy this has worked out and I'm sure you'll enjoy this watch. :thumbsup:
     
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  5. Jackee Jun 16, 2017

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    Great buy! I will probably buy one in the future. Now I need to stay calm for a year or two so my girlfriend doesn't kick me out of the apartment.
     
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  6. Taddyangle Convicted Invicta Wearer Jun 16, 2017

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  7. oddboy Zero to Grail+2998 In Six Months Jun 16, 2017

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    Great watch!

    And Marc is a true gentleman and connoisseur of fine Speedmasters.
     
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  8. DLT222 Double D @ ΩF Staff Member Jun 16, 2017

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    Ive two of these as a full set. Super cool piece to own!
     
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  9. repoman Jun 16, 2017

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    Best looking one I've seen (and I have one!) ... not a suprise it came from the fine eye of @gemini4. Congratulations and enjoy!!
     
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  10. gemini4 Hoarder Of Speed et alia Jun 16, 2017

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    Thanks for the kind words but I'm missing this watch more by the minute :(
     
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  11. repoman Jun 16, 2017

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    I wasn't going to go there, but... WTF were you thinking selling this? :D
     
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  12. gemini4 Hoarder Of Speed et alia Jun 16, 2017

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    Well, I do have a "few" other Speedies.
     
  13. DesignerV Jun 16, 2017

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    GREAT Choice for a first Speedy. This LE is probably one of my favorites, and you're lucky to have the full set!
    I have #0932 on the 1450 bracelet, and I never tire of wearing it.
     
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  14. bokbok Jun 16, 2017

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    great full set great choice speedy
     
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  15. lillatroll Jun 17, 2017

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    Absolutely, he has been a pleasure to deal with.
     
  16. lillatroll Jun 17, 2017

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    I promise to take good care of her and you can have dibs on her too.
     
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  17. ATWG Jun 17, 2017

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    I wear mine on a regular rotation, great watch and great set to own. Wear it in good health.
     
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  18. ekel Jul 3, 2017

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  19. lillatroll Jul 3, 2017

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    I have not actually seen mine in the flesh yet so I can't help you with that question. I am flying home tomorrow and will be home Wednesday so I will have a look and let you know if nobody else answers first. :)
     
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  20. gemini4 Hoarder Of Speed et alia Jul 3, 2017

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    Like most Speedmaster dials, this reference has concentric circles at the sub registers. I haven't previously heard these circles referred to as "guilloche" but I suppose the term probably fits.
     
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