There is no single Extract saying « Ultraman » out there 😗
Sorry can't do that - I just recall reading somewhere that there were 50 (that might have been 500 or 50 to Japan) - I have thought they were in some ridiculously low number, but if you know the number, or have an idea I am eager to hear - just something I read some time ago that was most like apocryphal that I cam to believe, maybe erroneously so, please correct.
Not really sure what you mean here. I am just pointing that the often unstated implicit knowledge that all the pieces were distributed to Japan isn't correct.
The over all arching point is that without accurate knowledge and what to me seems like inaccurate data by the seller I would suggest staying away.
I did find this interesting info by Robert-Jan:
"In the serial number range of roughly 3000 watches (26.076.xxx and 26.079.xxx, which corresponds to a production in 1968), an unknown number of watches were assembled with an orange hand. The reason is unknown, but after it became clear that these watches played a role in Ultraman, they were nicked ‘Speedmaster Ultraman’ or the ‘Ultraman Speedmaster’.
At this time, it isn’t clear how many of them are around but once in a while someone claims to have an all original Speedmaster Ultraman in his possession. Omega documented some of them as a Speedmaster that left the factory with an orange hand, as can be seen on the Extract of the Archives above. It is clear and confirmed that at least not all of these roughly 3000 pieces have an orange hand.
These watches were shipped to different markets, so not only to Japan."
Have a feeling there’ll suddenly be a flood of “ultraman” Speedies in the market in the years to come.
Have a feeling there’ll suddenly be a flood of “ultraman” Speedies in the market in the years to come.
I think you are right there. 👍
Interesting!
MWO book also states serial numbers between 26.076.8xx and 26.079.7xx
Why wouldn't they get an extract also to reduce any chance of doubt?
There is no single Extract saying « Ultraman » out there 😗
50? Sources, please ! 🙄
You seem to know something new, sources please ! 😀
That's what I am saying, that there will be no extract saying Ultraman out there - so the extract will only refer to orange hand
Obviously I was incorrect by placing a number.
I did find this interesting info by Robert-Jan:
"In the serial number range of roughly 3000 watches (26.076.xxx and 26.079.xxx, which corresponds to a production in 1968), an unknown number of watches were assembled with an orange hand. The reason is unknown, but after it became clear that these watches played a role in Ultraman, they were nicked ‘Speedmaster Ultraman’ or the ‘Ultraman Speedmaster’.
At this time, it isn’t clear how many of them are around but once in a while someone claims to have an all original Speedmaster Ultraman in his possession. Omega documented some of them as a Speedmaster that left the factory with an orange hand, as can be seen on the Extract of the Archives above. It is clear and confirmed that at least not all of these roughly 3000 pieces have an orange hand.
These watches were shipped to different markets, so not only to Japan."
Further fuel for the fire... if that is the only part of the extract shown it cannot be trusted. Certain time periods of extracts did not have verified information in the remarks section. Certain owners where allowed to include non verified information in that section.
At this time I’d say the only verified information is based on the unique Chrono hand dimensions not shared with other models.
It seems does seem to appear that watches with these hands have different dial finishes then normal watches and all of those appear in a narrow serial range.
11:59 sec in is a significant point in regards to my assertion. I just wish I can recall where I originally researched it.
@Spacefruit so you are the only one who knows that there were 50 made .... who and when was this discovered ?
also that u send your request for extract and then it turns out that is a ultraman is tale telling as u have to send pictures to proof upfront that your watch has a orange hand.
cheers
i am simply questioning things in a straigth way @blubarb, as u don't know me u also don't know my background or whatever.
the only so far database of ultraman is done by moonwatchonly here
and for sure in the archives of omega. there is no production number mentioned thats why i am asking where his number comes from.
Yeah, no problem, not having a go or judging - just giving my 2 cents. I agree with your premise as I think I mentioned.
