Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch 145.022-69 ST

Stainless Steel, 42mm OMEGA Speedmaster Professional 145.022-69 "Pre Moon" Hippocampus Case Back Wristwatch, circa 1971

Description: A fascinating chapter in Speedmaster history, the 145.022-69 ST is known for its transitional character. While some later examples from 1970–74 carry the celebrated “Straight Writing” case back commemorating the moon landing, contemporary pieces like this retained the seahorse (Hippocampus) medallion engraving, an emblem OMEGA had used since the late 1950s. This overlap occurred as OMEGA phased in case backs with the Moon inscription, meaning both designs were produced side by side for a period. This example, with its 30,994,xxx serial, dates to around 1971 and features all the hallmarks of the “pre-moon” caseback variant. Complimented by a period-correct 1039 bracelet with 516 end-links, and the narrow “C” bezel insert, it represents a pure and early expression of the calibre 861 Speedmaster that set the template for all moonwatches to come. Model: Speedmaster professional moonwatch Reference: 145.022-69 ST Year: Circa 1971 (Serial: 30,994,xxx) Material: Stainless steel, lyre-lug case with seahorse (Hippocampus) medallion caseback Case Dimensions: 42mm diameter, 20mm lug width Dial and Hands: Stepped matte black dial with applied OMEGA logo, tritium hour markers and hands showing warm, even patina Crystal: Hesalite with embossed OMEGA logo Calibre: 861, copper-plated manual wind chronograph movement Bracelet/Strap: Stainless steel 1039 bracelet with 516 end-links Box/Papers: None supplied All watches are sold "As Is". Webb's makes no guarantee of the future working order of the watch or battery life and timepieces may need to be serviced to improve accuracy. Generally, none of the watches have been tested for time keeping accuracy or running time, nor have any seals been tested on water-resistant watches. If they have been tested this is for indication purposes only and not guaranteed. Vintage watches may have been restored or repaired over the years and as such, Webb's cannot guarantee that individual component parts are original or of manufacturer origin