Introduction
Released in 1957 and based on their earlier chronographs from the 1920s and '30s, the Omega Speedmaster is one of the most iconic chronographs ever. Named after the purpose of the tachymeter along its bezel, the Speedmaster was designed for race car drivers and pilots to time events and make rapid calculations. While these adrenaline-fueled activities might be not for the faint-hearted, they weren't what made the Speedmaster so iconic - that was its use in space and on the Moon. However, prior to its use in space, Omega launched the Speedmaster ref. 105.002 in 1962. Produced until 1964, it is one of the rarest vintage Speedmaster variants. The predecessor to the Ed White ref. 105.003, the ref. 105.002 features the same 39mm case design with flat lugs and a flat three-link bracelet. Powered by the iconic manual-wind cal. 321, our example also features a grey dial, a rare variation found in very few Speedmasters of that era.
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Grade
V 8
Status
Vetted & Approved
Included
Watch Only
Est. value range
$6,000 – $12,000
The Details
Brand
Omega
Dimensions
39mm x 13.5mm
Model
Speedmaster
Movement
Manual-wind cal. 321
Reference
105.002
Bracelet
Stainless steel bracelet
Year
1962 19833XXX serial
Condition
Very Good
Material
Stainess steel
Included
Watch only
Dial Color
Black
THE DIAL
Boasting a stunning black dial with sunken subdials, this example's display has aged to include areas of tropicalization throughout its surfaces and deep brown luminescent hour markers.
THE CONSTRUCTION
As with its sibling reference, the ref. 105.003 "Ed White" Speedmasters, this ref. 105.002 lacks crown guards and the Speedmaster's famed twisted "lyre" lugs and features flat bracelet links and rather typical flat lugs.
TIMING MACHINE READOUT
This reading was taken (crown down) with a ONEOF Accuracy Boutique Edition timing machine at time of cataloging. It is provided as a courtesy only, and shall not be construed as a warranty or guarantee of any kind. Please refer to our terms and conditions of sale for more information.
Condition
Watch is in very good overall condiotion. Case shows moderate signs of wear on the surface, with small marks and scratches visible but no major condition issues. The original DON bezel has wear on the edges, with some fading and visible pitting along the lip. The logo and engraving along the caseback are crisp, well defined and fully visible and do not appear overpolished. The original grey dial is in very good condition. Luminous has aged to a rich almost orange tone. The dial has oxidation visible along the subdial edges, as well as the lip of the dial. Crystal has a crack/area of crazing visible near the 55 minute marker. The surface has a few other signs of wear, with minor chipping along the edge and a few marks visible in the subdials. Watch is fitted with original alpha hands that are slightly lighter in tone. Watch comes on a "Made in Mexico" contract bracelet with #6 endpieces. It shows moderate stretch with 21 links, and it fits a 7" wrist.
21 links. fits approx. 7" wrist.
Our Perspective
An iconic watch that was only produced for a very short period of time, the Speedmaster ref. 105.002 was the predecessor to one of Omega's most storied watches, the "Ed White" ref. 105.003, and as a result, is a rare and treasured part of the Speedmaster's lineage.
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