Speedmaster Professional "Orange Racing" Watch

Description

Considered to be the first limited edition Speedmaster, it is estimated that only 100-150 “racing dial” Speedmasters were delivered in the late 1960s through 1970. The orange racing dial seen here is perhaps the most exciting variation, with its bold multi-colored minute track, unique white hour and minute hands with black centers, and the recognizable orange “Ultraman” chronograph hand. Omega later paid homage to this configuration with a limited edition in 2004 for the Japanese market only.

The colorful motorsport-inspired dial was produced by Singer, dial manufacturer of the famed “Paul Newman” Daytonas, and some collectors now refer to this as the “exotic” dial Speedmaster. Its rarity and uniqueness place it at the forefront of vintage Speedmaster collecting.

• Speedmaster Collection
• 42mm Case Dimension
• Stainless Steel
• Featuring Manual Movement with Chronograph Complication
• Tachymeter Bezel
• Grey Dial
• Deployant Clasp

Details

Estimated item measurements

• Measurements: Fits a wrist size of 6.5" or smaller.

Item Detail

• Collection: Speedmaster
• Model Name: Orange Racing
• Reference Number: 145.022
• Serial Number: 28******
• Production Year: 1970's

Case

• Watch Height: 14mm
• Crystal: Acrylic
• Bezel Style: Tachymeter

Dial

• Hand Style: Sword
• Numerical Style: Stick
• Dial Style: Matte

Band

• Attachment Material: Stainless Steel
• Buckle Material: Stainless Steel
• Sizing: This watch can be made smaller by removing links, and in most cases, made larger by purchasing additional links from an authorized retailer.

Features

• Water Resistance: Water resistance components do not function, service recommended.

• Note: This watch has been evaluated by our Watch Specialist and Horologist.

• Buckle: The fit of this watch can be made larger or smaller by adjusting the buckle.
• Gender: Men

• Item # OMG28710

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Condition

Grade 3. Moderate scratches throughout the case and bezel; moderate wear at bracelet and buckle.

Timekeeping:

This watch currently meets timekeeping standards.