Omega Speedmanster Moonwtch 1957 LE

[G7 Rye]

Hi all,

Now that I have finally decided the watch for me, I wondered if any body new where I can get hold of one in the UK at a reasonable price! the watch is the Omega Speedmaster mmon watch from 2007 limited to 1957 units worldwide with the open display back. Its ref 311.33.42.50.01.001 Any help would be appreciated!

Thanks

Ryan

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[Justayellowbadge]

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[Mr Noble]

This is the one you want Mine arrives this week, just in time for the 40th. I've been hunting for one for ages!!

[Strangely Brown]

G7 Rye said:

Now that I have finally decided the watch for me, I wondered if any body new where I can get hold of one in the UK at a reasonable price! the watch is the Omega Speedmaster mmon watch from 2007 limited to 1957 units worldwide with the open display back. Its ref 311.33.42.50.01.001 Any help would be appreciated.

That's a very nice watch and, should you find one, I'm sure you'll be very happy with it. But...

It's NOT a "Moon Watch". It is a limited edition Speedmaster with a Co-Axial movement. It has a completely different movement and is not flight qualified. That's not a complaint, just pointing out that it's not a moon watch in case that's what you actually wanted.

Edited by Strangely Brown on Tuesday 14th July 10:06

[Dominic H]

G7 Rye said:

Hi all,

Now that I have finally decided the watch for me, I wondered if any body new where I can get hold of one in the UK at a reasonable price! the watch is the Omega Speedmaster mmon watch from 2007 limited to 1957 units worldwide with the open display back. Its ref 311.33.42.50.01.001 Any help would be appreciated!

Thanks

Ryan

Ryan, you have mail.....


Dom H

[jshell]

G7 Rye said:

Hi all,

Now that I have finally decided the watch for me, I wondered if any body new where I can get hold of one in the UK at a reasonable price! the watch is the Omega Speedmaster mmon watch from 2007 limited to 1957 units worldwide with the open display back. Its ref 311.33.42.50.01.001 Any help would be appreciated!

Thanks

Ryan

I have this watch, but won't be selling.

However, I do know where the corresponding brand new 18kt yellow version is for sale at an AD and it was 1 of only 57 - same box, tools, SS/Croc strap etc....

[G7 Rye]

Guys, thank you.

Those who sent me mail, could you please resend as my junk filter has gobbled them up, sorted now though!

Thank you

[G7 Rye]

Strangely Brown said:

G7 Rye said:

Now that I have finally decided the watch for me, I wondered if any body new where I can get hold of one in the UK at a reasonable price! the watch is the Omega Speedmaster mmon watch from 2007 limited to 1957 units worldwide with the open display back. Its ref 311.33.42.50.01.001 Any help would be appreciated.

That's a very nice watch and, should you find one, I'm sure you'll be very happy with it. But...

It's NOT a "Moon Watch". It is a limited edition Speedmaster with a Co-Axial movement. It has a completely different movement and is not flight qualified. That's not a complaint, just pointing out that it's not a moon watch in case that's what you actually wanted.

Edited by Strangely Brown on Tuesday 14th July 10:06

Hi,

Am I right in saying the original moon movement was the c.1863? if so can you still get this?

[Strangely Brown]

G7 Rye said:

Am I right in saying the original moon movement was the c.1863? if so can you still get this?

Despite what the advertising for the current 40th Anniversary Moonwatch says, the answer is no.

The movement in the current, flight qualified, Speedmaster Professional "Moon Watch" is a c1861. The c1863 is a version of that but without the "plastic" brake and is used in the display back models. The display back models are not flight qualified. In fact, the term "Moon Watch" really only refers to one specific model in the current range: The 3570.50. If you prefer something a bit closer to that which was used at the time then you'll have to go vintage.

The original movement was the c321. This is the movement that was in the original NASA tests in 1965. The movement was replaced in 1968 by the c861. This later movement was in the second round of NASA testing which took place in 1978.

The c1861 is basically a rhodium plated version of the c861.

Hope that's clear enough for you.

There is a much better collection of information about speedy pros here:

http://www.chronomaddox.com/

Look in the green section: "Moonwatch Series". All written by the late Chuck Maddox.

ETA: This one is the most relevant to your question.

http://chronomaddox.com/moonwatch_cal_background.h...

Edited by Strangely Brown on Tuesday 21st July 14:41

[G7 Rye]

many thanks for your help!

[Obiwonkeyblokey]

On this topic, I ahve a maunal wind speedie which Ive had for about 6 years, how can i tell which model I ahve and whether its one of the "moon" watches ?

its manual with the "flight qualified by NASA for all manned space missions on the rear casing"

dont knwo what serial numbeer though, wil it say on the watch? otherwise i will check the papers when I get home.
TIA

eta: found a small serial number on the bottom right of the rear casing. looks like T102 1060

Edited by Obiwonkeyblokey on Wednesday 22 July 13:34

[londonbabe]

Yes, it's a Moon watch. Manual wind Speedies with "Professional" on the dial, hesselite crystal and the "Flight qualified" stainless back are the Moon Watch.

[Strangely Brown]

Obiwonkeyblokey said:

On this topic, I ahve a maunal wind speedie which Ive had for about 6 years, how can i tell which model I ahve and whether its one of the "moon" watches ?

its manual with the "flight qualified by NASA for all manned space missions on the rear casing"

Sounds like a standard Speedy Pro.

Obiwonkeyblokey said:

dont knwo what serial numbeer though, wil it say on the watch?

The serial number should be on the back of the 7 O'Clock lug. It is very small.

Obiwonkeyblokey said:

eta: found a small serial number on the bottom right of the rear casing. looks like T102 1060

That doesn't look like the right format, but I could be wrong and it's just an older model.

[Obiwonkeyblokey]

[quote=Strangely BrownThat doesn't look like the right format, but I could be wrong and it's just an older model.
[/quote]

thats the one, behind the 7 o clock lug.

[Strangely Brown]

Obiwonkeyblokey said:

thats the one, behind the 7 o clock lug.

Must be right then. Are you sure you read it correctly. It is very small

ETA: This is usual format:

http://www.chronomaddox.com/romans.html

Edited by Strangely Brown on Thursday 23 July 11:53

[Athlon]

G7 Rye said:

Hi all,

Now that I have finally decided the watch for me, I wondered if any body new where I can get hold of one in the UK at a reasonable price! the watch is the Omega Speedmaster mmon watch from 2007 limited to 1957 units worldwide with the open display back. Its ref 311.33.42.50.01.001 Any help would be appreciated!

Thanks

Ryan

I had one of these in my hand today, it is a stunning piece without a doubt, the finish on the movement is fabulous.
As I already have a Speedy I did not buy, it has a manual wind co-axial movement rather than the 1861 speedy version but it is a joy to look at.

I bought a Planet Ocean instead fantastic deal on it though !