The TZUK Speedmaster Thread

**Padders** · 26th August 2018, 16:10

Originally Posted by ray_li30

looking to add a birth year speedy to the collection and came across this ; https://photos.app.goo.gl/V2bfKmihoxAU0xuo2

any options or comments from the experts?

If your birth year is 1985 then that won't work. That has a rhodium plated movement which wasn't introduced until the late 1990s (on model 3572.50 if that is what it is). SL lume too which also indicates late 90s onwards. He has the year very wrong. The dial damage would be a red flag to me also. Find another, that guy doesn't know his arse from his elbow. A new dial would be circa £200 as part of a service so if it is very cheap it could be a decent deal, but it will still be 1997 on.

**ray_li30** · 26th August 2018, 16:17

Originally Posted by Padders

If your birth year is 1985 then that won't work. That has a rhodium plated movement which wasn't introduced until the late 1990s (on model 3572.50 if that is what it is). SL lume too which also indicates late 90s onwards. He has the year very wrong. The dial damage would be a red flag to me also. Find another, that guy doesn't know his arse from his elbow. A new dial would be circa £200 as part of a service so if it is very cheap it could be a decent deal, but it will still be 1997 on.

Thanks, excellent info and knowledge from the forum, as always!

**ejtrent** · 26th August 2018, 20:42

Originally Posted by RyanV

Since I don’t own a car, I had to use a Cold War relic for a ‘wrist shot while driving’ stand-in. Who’s first to ID the ride?

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This is such an excellent shot!

**Craizeehair** · 26th August 2018, 21:55

Late to the Moonwatch club but very glad I joined

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**db3266** · 28th August 2018, 18:30

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**Wyley** · 29th August 2018, 00:14

I don’t currently own a Speedy but if I ever stumbled across a spare 8K or so I’d definitely look in to getting an Alaska Project, one of the best looking watches out there in my opinion.

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**Skyfire** · 29th August 2018, 06:19

#speedywednesday

**adrianwong** · 29th August 2018, 09:32

Love my Speedy 145.022-69 with straight writing back!

photo uploader

**Martylaa** · 29th August 2018, 11:19

Wrong thread oops

**RJM25R** · 29th August 2018, 13:16

Just tried it on NATO for the first time

**WarrenVrs** · 30th August 2018, 16:40

New arrival

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**Monkey Queen** · 9th September 2018, 14:46

Here's my Speedmaster Spacemaster Z-33
Titanium. Retro and modern in one. Gets comments - usually positive.
Had it for 18 months and still can't fathom the functions.

**WarrenVrs** · 9th September 2018, 15:05

Zero gravity pairing

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**Matt68** · 18th October 2018, 21:05

First burn, good idea a couple of hours ago but now I'm starting to melt

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**Deego** · 19th October 2018, 09:21

I really should not look at this thread .. I am easily convinced

**Matt68** · 27th October 2018, 14:45

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**pepere13** · 27th October 2018, 17:30

... here are ours

**Ivan Drago** · 27th October 2018, 19:53

Originally Posted by joe1978

Posted these in the Friday thread but thought they’d be of use here too.
BOB Marino Snoopy-esque strap with Omega deployant on my Speedy Moonwatch Pro. The bracelet is now safely tucked up avoiding scratches for the time being.

Joe

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That’s strap looks great. I’ve just had a google are they only 30 quid ???

**ray_li30** · 27th October 2018, 20:24

Agree this looks great, so much so I just ordered one for my speedy!

Originally Posted by Ivan Drago

That’s strap looks great. I’ve just had a google are they only 30 quid ???

**Matt68** · 28th October 2018, 14:47

Originally Posted by henk

What's with that stupid gun???

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Hi henk, it's a crossman 2240 that my late grandfather left me when he passed away, I still shed the odd tear when I get it out to look at, it's very sentimental to me.

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**joe1978** · 29th October 2018, 00:19

Originally Posted by Ivan Drago

That’s strap looks great. I’ve just had a google are they only 30 quid ???

Yep, really good quality for the price. They are stiff at first but a bit if manipulation and the form to the wrist nicely.

Joe

**ntfromto** · 29th October 2018, 04:50

Sharing the Speedy love...

**vekslak** · 29th October 2018, 12:47

A few recent ones

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**trott3r** · 29th October 2018, 19:12

ntfromto:

What is the third photo?
the one with 125 on it.

Looks very nice and i have not seen that type before.
I imagine from the case it is a 70s release

Martin

**futon river crossing** · 29th October 2018, 21:44

It's a recent Mk II reissue.

**Foxy100** · 29th October 2018, 22:33

Here are my four, the Speedy 125 just arrived after an epic restoration by .olli. of this forum.

**Mr Curta** · 29th October 2018, 23:15

Originally Posted by futon river crossing

It's a recent Mk II reissue.

I think that he meant the 125 in the fourth photo, not the coaxial.

http://chronomaddox.com/speedmaster125.html

**Mr Curta** · 29th October 2018, 23:18

Originally Posted by Foxy100

Here are my four, the Speedy 125 just arrived after an epic restoration by .olli. of this forum.

Ooooof! Absolutely corking foursome.

**ntfromto** · 30th October 2018, 02:53

Originally Posted by Mr Curta

I think that he meant the 125 in the fourth photo, not the coaxial.

http://chronomaddox.com/speedmaster125.html

Could not have answered it better myself. Thank you

**ntfromto** · 30th October 2018, 02:55

Originally Posted by Foxy100

Here are my four, the Speedy 125 just arrived after an epic restoration by .olli. of this forum.

That 125 looks brand new. Again congratulations.

**ray_li30** · 30th October 2018, 07:34

Wow what a foursome! Congrats on the restoration on the 125, it’s a stunner.

Originally Posted by Foxy100

Here are my four, the Speedy 125 just arrived after an epic restoration by .olli. of this forum.

**OssettMark** · 30th October 2018, 10:19

Deleted.... Need to figure out adding a photo

**trott3r** · 31st October 2018, 19:13

Originally Posted by Mr Curta

I think that he meant the 125 in the fourth photo, not the coaxial.

http://chronomaddox.com/speedmaster125.html

Yep it was the fourth, doh!

thanks

**paul staines** · 1st November 2018, 18:32

Originally Posted by DeepCWCDeskDiver

What, roughly, are the dimensions of the outer box? I'm looking to get one next week & I'm wondering how big a bag I'll need to get it home in.

Also bought this set a couple of months ago. Very happy with it. A watch for all occasions. Looks great on the Omega black deployment strap.

**Glen Goyne** · 2nd November 2018, 09:06

Originally Posted by Wyley

I don’t currently own a Speedy but if I ever stumbled across a spare 8K or so I’d definitely look in to getting an Alaska Project, one of the best looking watches out there in my opinion.

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Perhaps the Japan olympics Panda if you like a white speedy?

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**joefares91** · 2nd November 2018, 14:08

My Speedmaster reduced is broken.

Doesn't work at all (I have wound and wound).

When I shake it, it sounds like something is loose.

I got the following quotes from repair shops in Cardiff - £405, £700 inc clean up.

I can have it serviced through official Omega for £600-£700.

Will Omega's service sort anything wrong with it for that expensive price?

Is it better to just forget this watch? I am guessing they don't sell for much broken.

**futon river crossing** · 2nd November 2018, 16:03

Originally Posted by Foxy100

Here are my four, the Speedy 125 just arrived after an epic restoration by .olli. of this forum.

Great collection of Speedmasters!

That 125 really is something else - 👍👊👍

**aamaci** · 2nd November 2018, 19:46

Originally Posted by Glen Goyne

Perhaps the Japan olympics Panda if you like a white speedy?

Oh! I do like that. I don't recall seeing one before. I assume that they are rare and expensive?

A

**paw3001** · 2nd November 2018, 20:00

Originally Posted by aamaci

Oh! I do like that. I don't recall seeing one before. I assume that they are rare and expensive?

A

Fingers crossed the one I have in order will arrive before Christmas!

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**paskinner** · 2nd November 2018, 22:50

Just saw 'First Man' about Neil Armstrong and his trip to the moon. There is just one brief shot, with him talking to his wife before the mission, where he appears to be wearing a Speedmaster.
Quite a lot about Ed White in it; excellent film, regardless of watches.

**Glen Goyne** · 2nd November 2018, 22:55

Originally Posted by paw3001

Fingers crossed the one I have in order will arrive before Christmas!

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How did you manage to get one? Love the looks of it. Not particularly interested in the olympics link.

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**Maris** · 2nd November 2018, 23:01

I’ve always fancied a Speedmaster and when reading up on them I discover Ed White’s space walk was on the day I was born! Seems like a purchase is inevitable now.

**PhilT** · 3rd November 2018, 14:46

Originally Posted by joefares91

My Speedmaster reduced is broken.

Doesn't work at all (I have wound and wound).

When I shake it, it sounds like something is loose.

I got the following quotes from repair shops in Cardiff - £405, £700 inc clean up.

I can have it serviced through official Omega for £600-£700.

Will Omega's service sort anything wrong with it for that expensive price?

Is it better to just forget this watch? I am guessing they don't sell for much broken.

Since no one else has answered, here are my uneducated views:

Assuming it’s otherwise in reasonable condition, its value (to replace) is in the region of £1200-£1500. I’m sure you’d get several hundred selling as a spares or repair, so it’s a toss up either way. I can’t say how much extra Omega would charge for repairs, but a recent manufacturer service would probably make it more attractive if you wanted to sell.

Ultimately depends on how attached you are to the watch.

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**Jardine32** · 3rd November 2018, 16:00

My Speedy Pro on a new strap from Pav79. Many thanks to Wadsy for helping to source it and to Pavel for an outstanding strap and service to match. This one is staying as is for a while.
J

**paw3001** · 4th November 2018, 09:56

Originally Posted by paw3001

Fingers crossed the one I have on order will arrive before Christmas!

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**kinyik** · 4th November 2018, 17:18

enjoying my speedy on a vintage style strap

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**notnowkato** · 5th November 2018, 18:19

**Strnglwhank** · 5th November 2018, 20:01

Originally Posted by vekslak

A few recent ones

Which strap is this please?

Cheers - Simon
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**Neely8** · 5th November 2018, 20:21

I bought the strap from Speedy Tuesday for mine due to not getting a good fit from the bracelet.

**Gaz77** · 6th November 2018, 12:36

Hi, I keep looking through this thread and really do like the speedmaster pro (all the pics look great!), I think the history and links to nasa are awesome👍for me it would have to be on the bracelet but I love how versatile it is with regards different straps, What kind of discount is realistic? I have seen people getting 20% and more and some members have links to ad's (any in Manchester?) if that's possible I will be getting one👍 cheers

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