Omega Speedmaster Pro 145.022-71
- Brand: Omega
- Model: Speedmaster Professional
- Ref. Nr. 145.022-71
- Year: 1971
- Accesories: Changed pushers
- Functions: Chronometer
- Size: 42mm
- Condition: 8/10
Very interesting and attractive Omega Speedmaster Professional, ref. 145.022-71. This here, is the classic 42mm full-size and with a manually wound cal. 861 movement. The watch belongs to the first production run of the post-moon watches with the caseback "Flight-qualified by NASA for all manned space missions" & " The first watch worn on the moon" writing. This caseback is known as "Type C2. Q Horizontal tail". 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 except for a "dot" by the 7 minute marker. The watch is fitted with a later bezel, a Type B6, that among other things are characterized by a dot diagonally under the 0 in 70, E with long middle strokes in "Tachymeter" and 7 with short 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 1116/575 bracelet in fine condition, with the expected signs of usage. 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.