{"product_id":"1968-omega-speedmaster-moonwatch-145-012-67","title":"1968 Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch 145.012 - 67","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"795\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"4\" data-end=\"59\"\u003e1968 Omega Speedmaster Professional Ref. 145.012-67\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most historically significant vintage Speedmasters, representing the \u003cstrong data-start=\"143\" data-end=\"206\"\u003efinal reference to house the legendary Calibre 321 movement\u003c\/strong\u003e before Omega transitioned to the Calibre 861. Produced in the \u003cstrong data-start=\"269\" data-end=\"283\"\u003elate 1960s\u003c\/strong\u003e, this reference features the classic \u003cstrong data-start=\"321\" data-end=\"382\"\u003e42 mm asymmetrical stainless steel case with crown guards\u003c\/strong\u003e, a design introduced to improve durability and functionality for professional use. The watch retains the iconic \u003cstrong data-start=\"495\" data-end=\"514\"\u003eblack step dial\u003c\/strong\u003e with an applied Omega logo (on earlier examples), \u003cstrong data-start=\"565\" data-end=\"593\"\u003etritium luminous markers\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the familiar \u003cstrong data-start=\"612\" data-end=\"645\"\u003etri-compax chronograph layout\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is paired with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"667\" data-end=\"702\"\u003eblack aluminum tachymeter bezel\u003c\/strong\u003e, often seen with the desirable \u003cstrong data-start=\"734\" data-end=\"757\"\u003e“Dot Over 90” (DON)\u003c\/strong\u003e configuration on original examples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"797\" data-end=\"1367\"\u003eInside the watch is the revered \u003cstrong data-start=\"829\" data-end=\"850\"\u003eOmega Calibre 321\u003c\/strong\u003e, a \u003cstrong data-start=\"854\" data-end=\"906\"\u003emanual-winding column-wheel chronograph movement\u003c\/strong\u003e developed by Lemania and widely considered one of the finest chronograph calibres ever produced. It offers around \u003cstrong data-start=\"1021\" data-end=\"1050\"\u003e44 hours of power reserve\u003c\/strong\u003e and is prized for its smooth operation and historical importance. The 145.012 is especially notable because it was \u003cstrong data-start=\"1166\" data-end=\"1219\"\u003eworn by NASA astronauts during the Apollo program\u003c\/strong\u003e, including \u003cstrong data-start=\"1231\" data-end=\"1283\"\u003eBuzz Aldrin during the Apollo 11 mission in 1969\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it one of the references directly associated with the first Moon landing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSerial: 25,008XXX\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYear: 1968 March\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReference: 145.012 - 67\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDial\/hands: Tritium\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCase: 42mm - Stainless Steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBracelet: 1171 Clasp Code with 676 end links - stainless steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMovement: 321 – Manual - Running (+3s\/d 340 amp)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrown: Early Service Replacement Crown\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGlass: Plexiglass\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBox\/papers: No box or papers - watch only\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFunctions: Hours, Minutes, Seconds, Chronograph\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBracelet size: 7.25”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCase has light wear with a couple marks, one notable one at 10 side. 1171 bracelet is in stunning condition with little to no sag, and minimal wear. Bezel has a few marks and a slight indentation at 7, and some marks in the insert. Overall a clean insert. Dial has has minimal lume falling off with no extra wear. Hand lume is intact, and a nice beige patina. Crystal has light wear with nothing notable. Watch is running \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e(+3s\/d 340 amp).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pre-Owned","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48244956659932,"sku":"260060","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0518\/0214\/4926\/files\/1968OmegaSpeedmasterMoonwatch145.012-67.jpg?v=1773945574","url":"https:\/\/blacklistwatchestrendy.com\/products\/1968-omega-speedmaster-moonwatch-145-012-67","provider":"Belmont Watches","version":"1.0","type":"link"}