I have two of this sub-reference so one needs to go.

A real, untouched 'barn find' Speedmaster exactly as I found it (only the new leather strap has been added.)
Case ref: 145.022-76
Cal: 861
serial: 39.208.** Giving an estimated date of production of June 1977. Serial is bang on correct range for this sub-reference and only 20 digits away from my other -76.

Please study the photos and ask any questions you may have. Here are a few personal observations of mine:
The case is most likely unpolished showing sharp edges, brushed sides and plenty of minor marks and dings commensurate with age.
The bezel is correct and very good condition with only minor areas of missing paint.
The dial is very attractive in colour with original tritium and not relumed. I noticed some very small marks toward the centre hole when examining large size close-up photos but hadn't noticed them in use. Likewise the hands which have their original tritium except for the minute hand which is missing some lume.
Pushers and crown are all vintage originals I believe.
Case back is correct and in very good condition with no damage to threads etc..
Original dust cover is present (complete with old service sticker!)
Movement looks to be in super nice condition and relatively untouched. The watch keeps excellent time to within a few seconds a week(!) the Chronograph starts and stops okay, however the reset button is currently not working. This would almost certainly be a minor fix imo. A service would be highly recommended as last service is unknown.
Original crystal with early style Omega logo in centre. Has plenty of marks on it.
Strap is new leather, I have access to loads of strap types so if you prefer something else just ask.

In summary this is how I like to find old Speedmasters - unmolested and without lots of new parts. I suspect that all, or nearly all, the parts on the watch left the factory with it. After a trip to the spa it should look fantastic.

Please PM me if you can see any errors in the listing.

I am asking what I think is a very fair £2,900 (net) delivered.

 

Hmm that's very nice indeed.

 

Except it's missing a large part of the movement.

 

Which part? Might be more helpful.

 

Looks like the hammer.

 

Oh right,- that part is missing

 

Thank you. I have just purchased a new, genuine Omega hammer 860 1728 which will be included with the watch. Hopefully that might sort out the problem with the chrono return as well.

 

you might want to check out the wobbly cam jumper, too

 

That's been carefully tightened already.
Like the listing says it needs a repair and service and the missing part has been purchased and will be provided with the watch. The price takes into account the need for a repair and service.
Maybe I should get it serviced before sale but I wanted to offer it as found to the collector community since it's so rare to find unmolested vintage Speedy's nowadays. After a trip to the spa I think the new owner will have a very attractive and wearable watch.

 

Hammer time!

BTW that new hammer will likely have to be hand fitted by someone. Requires very careful filing of the surface that contacts the minute counter wheel cam to ensure proper alignment of the minute counter jumper...often the new hammers don't come fitted, so this will require someone who knows what they are doing...

 

Thanks.
The price takes into account the need for a repair and service and the new part comes with the watch.

 

That’s a very nice piece right there. Fair price too in my opinion. Tempting.

 

Stunning dial!

 

Sold. Many thanks to the buyer and OF.