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Lot #3823

Omega Speedmaster Professional 311.30.42.30.01.007 RAID French National Police Edition

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Introduction

Best known for iconic tool watches and the incredible journies their watches go on, Omega have earned their plaudits as a watchmaker focused on developing tough watches that can operate in exceptional environments. Taking that idea and testing it in real world environments, the Omega Speedmaster RAID was created as a privately-offered variant of the iconic Speedmaster, designed for an elite tactical unit of the French police called the "Research, Assistance, Intervention, Deterrence," or "RAID" for short. Founded in 1985 and boasting 450 highly-trained members, the RAID unit is perhaps one of the most formidable tactical policing units in the world. Conceptualized by famed French watch collector, dealer and distributor Antoine de Macedo after he befriended members of RAID and was gifted one of the unit's medallions, he approached Omega to create a limited-edition timepiece that featured the RAID medallion as its caseback. Following on from that, the watch was launched in 2017 with the inscription "SERVIR SANS FAILLIR" (to serve unfailingly) on its caseback, further linking the watch to the elite unit. Produced as a run of only 250 individually numbered pieces, the resulting watch was never publicly offered. Coloured blue, white and red, as they appear on the dial, the subdial hands recall the French flag, as once again referenced by the timepiece's central chronograph hand, with a French flag blue white and red tip. Featuring a unique RAID-customised box, the watch comes with the same RAID medallion that inspired its caseback and two NATO straps. One is a stealthy black, and the other follows the French flag convention that finds itself on the handset of the watch.

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Grade

M 10

Status

Vetted & Approved

Included

Box and Papers, Accessories

Est. value range

$10,000 – $15,000

The Details

Brand

Omega

Dimensions

42mm

Model

Speedmaster Professional 'RAID'

Movement

Manual-wind cal. 1861

Reference

311.30.42.30.01.007

Bracelet

Stainless steel bracelet

Year

2017

Condition

New

Material

Stainless steel

Included

Watch, box, papers, two additional straps and accessories

Dial Color

Black

THE DIAL
THE DIAL

Featuring subtle nods to its French ties, the Speedmaster RAID is a carefully and tastefully designed watch that is imbued with the tactical and understated spirit of RAID.

THE CASEBACK
THE CASEBACK

Featuring a miniaturized version of the RAID medallion that inspired its creation on its individually numbered caseback, the Speedmaster RAID is clearly a special watch through its overt link to such a special group of professionals.

TIMING MACHINE READOUT
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

The watch is in new condition. It comes as a full set, including an unworn full-link bracelet, two spare straps, an Omega loupe, an additional special RAID case back, and all guarantees and paperwork.

Our Perspective

Combining the Speedmaster's tactical and rugged capabilities with the requirements of a police group such as RAID and thoughtful aesthetic flourishes that set it apart visually, the Speedmaster RAID is a very special watch that seldom comes to market.

Justin Gruenberg

Co-founder