Source: Omega
In 1969, the same year we broke our terrestrial bonds and set foot on another world, OMEGA introduced the new-look Speedmaster Mark II, a timepiece with a streamlined case. In 2014 OMEGA has introduced the classic chronograph in an updated form.
![Omega Speedmaster Professional Moonphase 145.0022 [sic]](http://www.speedywatches.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/Moonphase_1450022_Antiquorum_Hong_Kong.jpg)
Omega Speedmaster Professional Moonphase 145.0022 [sic]
Besides the thrill of live auctions and opportunity to buy rare pieces, the auction houses also serve another purpose: their archives often contain high quality pictures of rare watches and the results can give you an estimate of the market value of certain pieces. Granted – the aforementioned thrill of an auction, plus commissions may make for quite a mark-up from ‘street value’, but still..
So, are you ready to check out some recent results from Antiquorum’s Februari 22nd Hong Kong auction?
First up is lot #1: the Speedmaster Professional Moonphase. The lot went unsold, but is was labelled incorrectly as a 145.0022 (more likely a ST-345.0809) and the dial was listed as ‘reprinted’, which explains the somewhat crooked layout.
Omega Speedmaster Teutonic 145.0040
Next Speedmaster in this auction is the so-called Teutonic with it’s signature smooth eighties styling. Somewhat of an acquired taste, but quite unique and undervalued. In fact, it’s the cheapest way to get an 861 Speedy! This example with silver dial was sold right in the middle of its estimate at 12.500 HKD (USD 1.650, CHF 1.500).
Omega Flightmaster Speedmaster X-33 Prototype
Now here’s a rare one: lot 46, the Omega Flightmaster / Speedmaster X-33 Prototype second generation.
Food for thought: this watch uses a Seamaster-type case, bears the Flightmaster name and would eventually evolve into a Speedmaster – the X-33 nonetheless, an astronaut’s favourite ’till this very day. Omega history in a nutshell!
This lot was sold for 137.500 HKD or approx. 18.000 USD / 16.000 CHF.
Omega Speedmaster Professional Moonphase 3576.50.00 [sic]
One might note the subtle changes compared to the vintage model; the flatter dial, now with rings around the subdials, the updated Swiss-designation at 6:00 and various other subtle differences. Rarely seen, this model is a great choice for Speedmaster-aficionados looking for something a bit different.
Still available to day (check out the brand new models at our friends over at Ace Jewelers), the watch sold for 23.750 HKD (approx. USD 3.100 / CHF 2.800).
Omega Speedmaster Professional 145.012 Orange Hand
The devil is in the details.
Our friend Boris of WatchesAndArt.com posted an interesting read and a few pictures of the Speedmaster Professional fitted with an orange seconds counter. Rare as hence teeth, but not undocumented, the orange hands provides an interesting change to the classic look. Read Boris entry for more information.
Omega Speedmaster Professional ‘Radial’ 145.022 ca. 1978, caliber 861
We recently took the ‘Reinhard Furrer’ Omega Speedmaster Professional reference 145.022 to our watchmaker for a full service. Of course we had to take a few pics of the Speedmaster Professional in full, up-close-and-personal glory up.
Omega Speedmaster Professional ‘Radial’ 145.022 ca. 1978
The 145.022 is of course powered by the wonderful caliber 861, and that’s what you’ll see in most of these pictures. The caliber 861 has been used in the Speedmaster for decades and it’s a tried and tested movement.
The first picture shows various movements parts in a basket, ready for a cleaning. The pic above shows the movement missing a few key parts – most notable the main spring.
Omega Speedmaster Professional ‘Radial’ 145.022 ca. 1978, caliber 861.
Next up we have a few more parts: glass – movement holder – crown – dust cover – dial – main spring. The glass and spring were replaced.
Omega Speedmaster Replacement Parts
Replacement parts – factory sealed and 100% original. Only the best!
Omega Speedmaster Professional ‘Radial’ 145.022 ca. 1978, caliber 861.
While the case and bracelet where not polished, they were thoroughly cleaned. One might recognize the unique swirl that only the ‘Star Watch Case’ Speedmasters posses.
Omega Speedmaster Professional ‘Radial’ 145.022 ca. 1978, caliber 861.
Small parts. Very important though!
Omega Speedmaster Professional ‘Radial’ 145.022 ca. 1978, caliber 861.
Here’s the movement from the caseback side, missing part of the stopwatch mechanism.
Omega Speedmaster Professional ‘Radial’ 145.022 ca. 1978, caliber 861.
Original Omega tool for testing and assembly. Dial side of the movement.
Omega Speedmaster Professional ‘Radial’ 145.022 ca. 1978, caliber 861.
The wonderful and unique ‘Radial’ dial is refitted. The hands are still missing.
Omega Speedmaster Professional ‘Radial’ 145.022 ca. 1978, caliber 861.
And the hands are back on.. This ‘naked’ view allows us to fully admire the great detail on this particular dial – it’s just stunning!
Read more about this Speedmaster in this post.
Add.: this watch is the very model being auctioned by Bonhams on December 10th 2014.
Source: Omega
Astronaut Lieutenant General Thomas Stafford and cosmonaut Major General Alexei Leonov visited the OMEGA Pavilion in Sochi’s Olympic Park during the 2014 Olympic Winter Games to share with international journalists and guests details of their adventures in space.