Omega Speedmaster Straight Writing
- Brand: Omega
- Model: Speedmaster Professional "Straight Writing"
- Ref. Nr. 145.022-69
- Year: 1970
- Accesories: -
- Functions: Chronograph & tachymeter
- Size: 42mm
- Condition: 8/10
Very interesting and attractive Omega Speedmaster Professional "Straight Writing". This here, in the classic 42mm full-size and manually wound. The watch belongs to the first production run of the post-moon watches with the the special caseback with straight writing. This caseback is known as "Type B1 Flight-Qualified by NASA". This Speedmaster is in very fine and original condition. The dial is a correct Type C1. Medium S - step dial, that is reference and period (1969-1974) correct. The dial has a nice and even patina and show no signs of damage or corrosion. The watch is fitted with and also model and reference correct bezel, a Type B1, that among other things are characterized by the narrow and stretched C, E with short middle stroke in "Tachymeter" and 7 with serif. The hands are also correct and of the type called C2. Baton and matches the patina of the dial beautifully. The watch sits on a correct 1171/633 bracelet in fine condition, with the expected signs of usage, The end-links has been changed sometime over the years. The Speedmaster model itself needs no further introduction. Its simple an iconic watch in a timeless design, that will look good on a nato strap, a leather strap as it does on the bracelet.