Omega Speedmaster Watch, Calibre 861, Stainless Steel, Black Dial, Hand-Wound, 1969
Omega Speedmaster Watch, Calibre 861, Stainless Steel, Black Dial, Hand-Wound, 1969
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An Omega Speedmaster from 1969, with a hand-wound calibre 861 chronograph, a black dial and a steel bracelet with flush-fit end pieces, reference 516.
The Piece
Omega was founded in La Chaux-de-Fonds in 1848 by Louis Brandt and moved to Biel in 1880, and its Speedmaster, introduced in 1957, was qualified by NASA for manned missions in 1965.
The movement and the case back both date from 1969, and the bracelet is the caterpillar type with flush-fit end pieces marked 516 and a clasp coded 1039. The bezel carries a misprinted 220 marking, which is described as rare. A timing check records the watch running about three seconds fast per day, which is offered as a guide only.
The case is about 40 mm (1.57 in) across, and the bracelet fits a wrist of about 18.5 cm (7.3 in). The watch is sold on its own, without box or papers.
Details
- Maker: Omega
- Model: Speedmaster, calibre 861, made 1969
- Material: Stainless steel case and bracelet; black dial
- Movement: Hand-wound chronograph, calibre 861
- Measurements: Case about 40 mm (1.57 in) across; bracelet fits a wrist of about 18.5 cm (7.3 in)
- Colour: Steel; black dial
- Fastening: Folding clasp, code 1039
- Included: Watch only
Condition
- Grade AB in Japan: good, with light signs of wear.
- Light signs of wear are present on the case and bracelet, as shown in the photographs.
Condition grade AB (light signs of use) on the Japanese scale; see Japanese condition ranks, explained.
Authenticity & Care
Case and caseback engravings, dial printing, movement, crown and bracelet are examined together and documented in Japan before dispatch. Every piece carries the Japonista authenticity guarantee. Keep it away from magnets and damp, and have it serviced by a qualified watchmaker before regular wear.
Delivery from Japan
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