Omega Speedmaster 145.022-69ST Straight Writing with Original Box Papers and Extract of Archives valet-tray which combined with the gilt

which combined with the gilt text on the dial gives the steel watch a warmth and a classic vintage Rolex look

it later transitioned to the all-white “Great White” dial before being replaced in the 1980s by the reference 16660 sapphire crystal model

The screw down case back features the Zenith star in sharp condition

with a sharp and well-preserved profile

This version of the dial is extremely rare due to the presence of diamond set hour markers – this is one sexy watch guys

Omega Speedmaster 145.022-69ST Straight Writing with Original Box Papers and Extract of Archives valet-tray which combined with the giltThe Omega Speedmaster, launched in 1957, is arguably one of the most famous chronographs in history. Originally built for race car drivers, it accidentally became the ultimate tool for space exploration. Astronaut Wally Schirra wore his personal Speedmaster during the Mercury Atlas 8 mission, and in 1965after surviving brutal torture tests, including extreme heat, cold, shock, and vacuumNASA officially flight qualified the Speedmaster for all manned