If you were to only buy one speedmaster and wanted something with MOTM reverence, versatility and a bit of vintage (preferably tritium), but good value for money. Something with great future collectability. Right now - with prices how they are, what reference would be number one on the list? Thanks
The phrase "good value for the money" has absolutely no meaning in the context of an entire Speedmaster reference, IMO. Some references are more desirable and therefore more expensive. Some references are less desirable and less expensive. You just need to decide what matters to you personally. Pre-moon or moonwatch? 321 or 861? Step-dial or flat-dial? You also need to have a budget. None of that information was included in your post so we can't help you at all. Opinions will be all over the place.
Ok - tritium dial, stepped dial, no swapped parts, partic no "service" or relumed or fake lumed hands, unpolished case, less than 10K...
It would be pretty easy to find a 145.022-69 that meets those criteria, even with a bracelet. So if you're impatient, that's what I'd suggest.
But based on some of your posts above it sounds like you really want a cal 321 model. If so, you need to be extremely patient and scour every possible location you can find, not just eBay, OF, Chrono24, and dealers. You need to be beating the bushes at estate sales, watch shows, and flea markets. Join local watch groups and let other members know what you are looking for. Network and make friends. With some effort, I bet you will find one within a year, although you may have to compromise a bit on some things. It's not the end of the world if you need to replace a crown or bezel, if the rest of the watch is what you want, and priced right.
Ok - 321, tritium dial, stepped dial, no swapped parts, partic no "service" or relumed or fake lumed hands, unpolished case, less than 10K...
If you were to only buy one speedmaster and wanted something with MOTM reverence, versatility and a bit of vintage (preferably tritium), but good value for money. Something with great future collectability. Right now - with prices how they are, what reference would be number one on the list? Thanks
