Introduction
Released in 2001 to celebrate Formula 1 legend Michael Schumacher’s third World Driver’s Championship (his first for Ferrari), which he won the year prior in 2000, this Omega Speedmaster Reduced is a unique watch with a tangible link to automotive greatness. Featuring the Speedmaster Reduced’s case and movement, this timepiece is delineated from the rest thanks to its stunning racing dial and unique caseback featuring several references to Michael and his status as the F1 World Champion with his signature proudly sitting at the center of the caseback. Building onto its racing DNA, the timepiece’s black gloss dial also features a subtle chequered pattern throughout, which complements its otherwise more obvious racing dial pattern found along its periphery with orange and red squares and white hashes as demarcations for the seconds. Limited to just 6000 units, this rare yet familiar design is a brilliant example of Omega’s love of tasteful and carefully executed limited editions, a balance they struck wonderfully with this timepiece.
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Grade
M 8.5
Status
Vetted & Approved
Included
Watch Only
Est. value range
$2,000 – $4,000
The Details
Brand
Omega
Dimensions
39mm
Model
Speedmaster Reduced Michael Schumacher
Movement
Automatic Omega cal. 3220
Reference
3518.50
Bracelet
Stainless steel bracelet
Year
2001
Condition
Excellent
Material
Stainless steel
Included
Watch only
Dial Color
Black
THE DIAL
Sitting below its hesalite crystal is a gloss black dial with a subtle chequered pattern that calls back to the black and white flag used to mark the start and end of a race in Formula 1 - which the race winner is often said to "take."
THE CASEBACK
Individually numbered and bearing Michael's F1 World Champion status and his signature, this caseback is a far cry from the caseback generally found on the Speedmaster Reduced.
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 overall excellent condition. There is minor surface wear commensurate with use. Crystal has surface scratches as shown in the images. The bracelet has 18 links total, 1 removable which is removable-there is little stretch.
Our Perspective
Rightfully celebrating the legendary status of one of Formula 1's greatest ever drivers, it is timepieces like this Speedmaster that maintains the historical link between the automotive and horology industries, a link that watchmakers and car manufacturers still keep alive to this day.
Justin Gruenberg
Co-founder
