FS: Late 1966 Pre-Moon Omega Speedmaster Professional *PIC*

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FS: Late 1966 Pre-Moon Omega Speedmaster Professional *PIC*

Okay, I didn't want to do this, but here goes . . .

I bought this watch with the intention of wearing it, but I soon realised it was too special, collectable and desirable to keep it and wear it once a month or so.

The watch is an all original, fine running Omega Speedmaster Professional Chronograph from late 1966, serial number 24,955,xxx.

The watch is exactly the way it was when it was first sold, plus 40 years of maturing. The dial and hands are original and suitably aged. The bezel appears original to the watch.

The crystal is apparently original, as is the 1039 steel Omega expansion bracelet with 516 end-pieces. Inside the case-back it reads 105012-66.

The watch still has the dust cover, and it even has the annoying-as-hell bayonet spring bars.

The watch is accurate within 15 seconds a day. The chronograph functions work properly and the hands zero-out as they should.

Since I got the watch I have:

Cleaned the recesses with a fine toothbrush.

Polished the crystal.

Otherwise, I have left the watch exactly as it was.

Signed six times: case, movement, dial, crown, crystal, bracelet.

The watch is not mint, and it is not perfect. I would give it a very good, or even excellent rating for its age.

This watch is a survivor and I do not believe it should be tarted up to look new. It isn't new and I feel it deserves to remain in its un-restored condition.

$4,995 plus actual carriage . . .

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