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learningtofly · 18 January 2013, 05:14 PM

I've had three of four Speedy's in the past - all modern, or relatively modern, variants. I think the oldest was from 1991 and whilst it was my favourite of the bunch (it really did have a lovely patina to the dial) it wasn't enough to cause me to miss it that much when it went. In fact, every time I've discussed the Speedy with anyone I've always heard the same thing; something along the lines of "it's got to be a stepped dial". I'd seen them in photos and they looked pretty good, but when a friend on TZ-UK listed his - an ST145.022 from 1971 - it made an immediate impression because it also had the most lovely faded insert. Actually, it didn't hurt that it was fresh from a service by Mr Potter either. It really did seem like too good an opportunity to miss, so I pounced and was lucky enough to be the first in line.

Now, I'm not an expert when it comes to the Speedmaster but I think I'm right in saying that this reference followed the transitional model (the 145.021?) which featured an applied logo and a slightly different chrono hand (the bottom wasn't flat like this one). Aside from that, I believe that both had the calibre 861 movement and in all other respects were pretty much the same. (Well, obviously the pre-moon had a different caseback.)

Anyway, I'm really blown away by this watch, and think I understand what everyone's been telling me now. There are Speedy's, and then there are Speedy's.

capote · 18 January 2013, 05:19 PM

Very nice!

SearChart · 18 January 2013, 06:04 PM

The leather strap 'adds' something to this watch.

HL65 · 18 January 2013, 07:17 PM

Very nice Tony! Cheers,

1675-David · 18 January 2013, 07:29 PM

Love it!!! Pure unadulterated omega sexiness.

learningtofly · 18 January 2013, 08:07 PM

Thanks very much, guys - it really is a lovely thing.

The strap is an Omega alligator and it does look nice, but the GasGasBones in my strap box keeps winking at me...

andyboy39 · 18 January 2013, 08:16 PM

Love the leather strap on it, really looks good...

Marcela · 18 January 2013, 08:24 PM

Congratulations Tony! THE Omega!!
Your posts and blog have been a great pleasure to read and learn from. Thank you

learningtofly · 18 January 2013, 08:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Marcela

Congratulations Tony! THE Omega!!
Your posts and blog have been a great pleasure to read and learn from. Thank you

Thank you - that's very much appreciated.

FeelingTheBlues · 18 January 2013, 10:05 PM

Tony, that one is incredible, the patina on the dial has a lovely color!

Congratulations!

B. Doggy · 19 January 2013, 03:08 AM

Nice. I'll likely add the Speedy again in the future myself. It was one of those dumb moves to sell.

1675-David · 19 January 2013, 04:41 AM

here is a useful reference for Speedie hands...

http://www.omega-addict.com/reviews/hands/

nick c · 19 January 2013, 10:56 AM

drockadam · 19 January 2013, 11:27 AM

Beautiful Speedy!

joe100 · 19 January 2013, 01:26 PM

Speedy goodness for sure. Great writeup!

learningtofly · 19 January 2013, 07:09 PM

Cheers guys.

DrJP9 · 20 January 2013, 03:51 AM

Only omega I've seen that I'd add to my collection in a heartbeat. Maybe it's the photography, but this one speaks to me (and sadly says "Find me. Buy me.").

18 January 2013, 05:14 PM	#1
learningtofly 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Real Name: Tony Location: London, England Watch: Hmmm... Posts: 2,483	Okay - I get it now! I've had three of four Speedy's in the past - all modern, or relatively modern, variants. I think the oldest was from 1991 and whilst it was my favourite of the bunch (it really did have a lovely patina to the dial) it wasn't enough to cause me to miss it that much when it went. In fact, every time I've discussed the Speedy with anyone I've always heard the same thing; something along the lines of "it's got to be a stepped dial". I'd seen them in photos and they looked pretty good, but when a friend on TZ-UK listed his - an ST145.022 from 1971 - it made an immediate impression because it also had the most lovely faded insert. Actually, it didn't hurt that it was fresh from a service by Mr Potter either. It really did seem like too good an opportunity to miss, so I pounced and was lucky enough to be the first in line. Now, I'm not an expert when it comes to the Speedmaster but I think I'm right in saying that this reference followed the transitional model (the 145.021?) which featured an applied logo and a slightly different chrono hand (the bottom wasn't flat like this one). Aside from that, I believe that both had the calibre 861 movement and in all other respects were pretty much the same. (Well, obviously the pre-moon had a different caseback.) Anyway, I'm really blown away by this watch, and think I understand what everyone's been telling me now. There are Speedy's, and then there are Speedy's. __________________ Tony

18 January 2013, 07:17 PM	#4
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 64,005	Very nice Tony! Cheers, __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

18 January 2013, 08:07 PM	#6
learningtofly 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Real Name: Tony Location: London, England Watch: Hmmm... Posts: 2,483	Thanks very much, guys - it really is a lovely thing. The strap is an Omega alligator and it does look nice, but the GasGasBones in my strap box keeps winking at me... __________________ Tony

18 January 2013, 08:24 PM	#8
Marcela "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: USA Posts: 1,473	Congratulations Tony! THE Omega!! Your posts and blog have been a great pleasure to read and learn from. Thank you __________________ "If you can meet with Triumph and Disaster and treat those two impostors just the same"

18 January 2013, 10:05 PM	#10
FeelingTheBlues "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Carl Location: Always moving Watch: If you wish... Posts: 22,039	Tony, that one is incredible, the patina on the dial has a lovely color! Congratulations! __________________ Mon corps c'est un pays en guerre sur l'point d'finir, Le général de l'armée de terre s'attend au pire, J'ai faim, j'ai frette, je suis trop faible pour me lever debout, On va hisser le drapeau blanc un point c'est tout. - André Fortin

18 January 2013, 05:19 PM	#2
capote "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: Daniel Location: Sweden Watch: 16570 Posts: 7,315	Very nice!

18 January 2013, 07:29 PM	#5
1675-David "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Stockholm Posts: 6,061	Love it!!! Pure unadulterated omega sexiness.

18 January 2013, 08:16 PM	#7
andyboy39 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: New Zealand Watch: Day Date Posts: 1,409	Love the leather strap on it, really looks good...

19 January 2013, 03:08 AM	#11
B. Doggy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Bryan Location: Oregon Posts: 7,399	Nice. I'll likely add the Speedy again in the future myself. It was one of those dumb moves to sell. __________________ Rolex / Panerai / Omega

19 January 2013, 04:41 AM	#12
1675-David "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Stockholm Posts: 6,061	here is a useful reference for Speedie hands... http://www.omega-addict.com/reviews/hands/

19 January 2013, 10:56 AM	#13
nick c Banned Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Canada Posts: 26,846

19 January 2013, 11:27 AM	#14
drockadam "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Real Name: Adam Location: Ontario, Canada Watch: Pepsi. Posts: 5,749	Beautiful Speedy!

19 January 2013, 01:26 PM	#15
joe100 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Joe Location: New Mexico Watch: Explorer Posts: 12,840	Speedy goodness for sure. Great writeup! __________________ It's Espresso, not Expresso. Coffee is not a train in Italy. -TRF Member 6982-

19 January 2013, 07:09 PM	#16
learningtofly 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Real Name: Tony Location: London, England Watch: Hmmm... Posts: 2,483	Cheers guys. __________________ Tony

20 January 2013, 03:51 AM	#17
DrJP9 Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: South Florida Watch: WG Daytona, Meteor Posts: 82	Only omega I've seen that I'd add to my collection in a heartbeat. Maybe it's the photography, but this one speaks to me (and sadly says "Find me. Buy me.").

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