OMEGA Speedmaster Professional Reference 105.012-65 Unpolished

The Omega Speedmaster was introduced in 1957, initially created for drivers in automotive racing. However, it would reach iconic status by eventually reaching spaceflight qualification by NASA amongst several of the highest grade chronographs of its era. This is an outstanding Omega Speedmaster reference 105.012-65 is a classic vintage model and could be a perfect timepiece for just about any watch collector.

The reference 105.012 were first Speedmaster with crown and pusher guards, garnering the “Professional” name on the dial for the case upgrade. It features a stepped dial, and an applied Omega logo. It is in phenomenal condition, with a slightly warm tone developing throughout the perimeter, and is beginning to show signs of becoming tropical.

It is powered by the highly admired calibre 321, which was recently re-released to excitement of many Speedy lovers. The reference 105.012 was the first asymmetrical case to be released in the Speedmaster line throughout 1963-1966.

The case was made by Huguenin Frères, and remains very crisp, showing its true form. The watch appears to be unpolished and has its original crown, which is uncommon as most were replaced during service. The dimensions are 42mm in diameter with a lug width of 20mm. The reference 105.012-65 is highly prized and collected because it was the exact same model worn by Neil Armstrong to the Moon. The watch was just serviced and I am thrilled to offer this great watch to the next lucky owner.

To learn more about the Omega Speedmaster, you can watch HODINKEE’s ‘Reference Points: Understanding The Entire Lineage Of The Omega Speedmaster’ video I made with Ben Clymer in 2015 (and corresponding article)

PRICE: $12,000 (Item: SBUXYT0112)