{"product_id":"omega-speedmaster-professional-pre-moon-145-012","title":"OMEGA Speedmaster 4th Model, 42mm, Calibre 321 Manual-Winding Chronograph, 145.012","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOMEGA Speedmaster Professional Ref. 145.012\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most historically significant vintage Speedmasters, representing the \u003cstrong\u003efinal generation powered by the legendary Calibre 321\u003c\/strong\u003e before OMEGA transitioned to the Calibre 861. Produced primarily during \u003cstrong\u003e1967 and 1968\u003c\/strong\u003e, the 145.012 belongs to the celebrated pre-Moon era and features the classic \u003cstrong\u003e42mm stainless steel case\u003c\/strong\u003e, black chronograph dial, tachymeter bezel, and traditional Hesalite crystal that define the early Speedmaster Professional. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis example is particularly notable for its \u003cstrong\u003eOMEGA Ref. 1039 stainless steel bracelet\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of the most desirable period-correct bracelets associated with vintage Calibre 321 Speedmasters. Produced from the mid-1960s into the early 1970s, the lightweight 1039 features distinctive flat folded links and semi-expanding links near the clasp. The 1039 is recognised as a correct bracelet for the Ref. 145.012 and adds considerable period character to the watch. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt its heart is the legendary \u003cstrong\u003eOMEGA Calibre 321 manual-winding chronograph movement\u003c\/strong\u003e. Based on the Lemania 2310 architecture and distinguished by its traditional column-wheel chronograph mechanism, the Calibre 321 is one of the most celebrated movements in OMEGA history. The 145.012 was the \u003cstrong\u003elast vintage Speedmaster reference to use the original Calibre 321\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it particularly significant amongst collectors. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e OMEGA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Speedmaster Professional Pre-Moon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 145.012\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e Circa 1967–1968\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e OMEGA Calibre 321 Manual-Winding Chronograph\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 42mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBezel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black Fixed Tachymeter Bezel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hesalite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCaseback:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solid Stainless Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/strong\u003e OMEGA Ref. 1039 Stainless Steel Bracelet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWrist Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fits up to 18cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not Guaranteed Due to Age\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hours, Minutes, Small Seconds, Chronograph\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAccessories:\u003c\/strong\u003e None\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a vintage timepiece. Traces of usage can be seen, but it remains in acceptable condition for continued use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvailability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Global Concierge Sourcing Service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalibre 321\u003c\/strong\u003e — Legendary OMEGA manual-winding column-wheel chronograph movement and the final Speedmaster Professional reference of its era to feature the original Calibre 321. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1039 Bracelet\u003c\/strong\u003e — Desirable period-correct OMEGA bracelet featuring lightweight folded construction and characteristic semi-expanding links. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePre-Moon Heritage\u003c\/strong\u003e — Produced during 1967–1968, placing the Ref. 145.012 firmly within the historic pre-Moon generation of Speedmaster Professional watches. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign\u003c\/strong\u003e — Classic black chronograph dial, tachymeter bezel, Hesalite crystal, and 42mm stainless steel case preserve the unmistakable appearance of the vintage Speedmaster Professional.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Significance\u003c\/strong\u003e — The 145.012 has direct Apollo-era credentials; examples of the reference were issued by NASA during the Apollo programme. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eOMEGA Speedmaster Professional Pre-Moon Ref. 145.012\u003c\/strong\u003e represents an important chapter in Speedmaster history as the final vintage reference powered by the original Calibre 321. With its \u003cstrong\u003eperiod-correct Ref. 1039 bracelet\u003c\/strong\u003e, classic pre-Moon styling, and genuine Apollo-era heritage, this example offers significant appeal for collectors of vintage OMEGA chronographs. \u003cstrong\u003eAvailable through our Global Concierge Sourcing Service.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"Style is Timeless.\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Timeless Luxury NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47216419864732,"sku":"BF580150","price":15950.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/0146\/4220\/files\/2000_8465c6a9-c75f-4168-94a8-2168838c3314.jpg?v=1784117852","url":"https:\/\/timelessluxury.co.nz\/products\/omega-speedmaster-professional-pre-moon-145-012","provider":"Timeless Luxury","version":"1.0","type":"link"}