OMEGA | A LIMITED EDITION STAINLESS STEEL CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH REGISTERS AND BRACELET REF ST 145.022 NO 0051/2000 SPEEDMASTER CIRCA 1969

• cal. 861 manual winding movement, 17 jewels • black dial, applied luminous baton indexes, 3 engine-turned subsidiary dials for constant seconds, 30-minute and 12-hour registers • stainless steel case, black bezel calibrated for 500 units, two round chronograph pushers to the band, screw-down back inscribed with "THE FIRST WATCH WORN ON THE MOON" • case, dial and movement signed • with a stainless steel Omega bracelet and folding clasp

The movement and all chronograph functions are in working condition at the time of cataloguing. The dial is in very good over all condition, however the indexes has been relumed and all hands has been replaced. The bezel with minor dings toward the edges, at 6 o'clock and 9 o'clock. The band with a minor pinhead ding at 4 o'clock and 10 o'clock.The case back with signs of wear and tiny pinhead dings toward the edges, otherwise the watch is in good overall condition. The bracelet is slightly stretched.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping."

The present Speedmaster is limited to 2000 pieces and introduce in 1969.  It is further more retained in very original and appealing condition. For similar example of the Speedmaster Moon Phase, please see "The Master of Omega" by Alberto Isnardi, pages 46 to 51.