I’m a big fan of your videos. It would be great to see the watches running while you do your assessments. These are so informative, thanks for sharing with us William.
Great video again! Where can I find the leather strap on the watch you showed here in this video? I'm assuming is a replacement non-Omega leather strap (it looks great).
Congrats! An average Italian has a collection with an average of 25 watches at least. At 50 years of age. OMEGA being the first one purchased between the age of 40 and the cheapest of this one. I found the best speedmasters aged 40 and over with them in excellent condition. Problem: They only sell the entire collection.
Informative video. Learning from it. I do have a 145.022-76. Correct 861 movement. Seeing from this video, the dial on my watch has a bigger S, like your 1978. The plastic brake is still present, yes it has turned beige. One question I have, I am getting ready to replace the Hesalite Crystal, I've taken out the crown stem, but the movement does not want to come out of the casing. Of course, hoping that gravity will take over. Tried a little leverage prying but not forcing it out. Do you have any suggestions?
It comes out by gravity, often assisted by sharp taps on the bench. I NEVER lever out or try to pull it out. I have seen watch makers get quite strong - it doesn’t seem to phase them at all - perhaps because they know they are going to service it.
Great video as always! I’ve seen each one multiple times and always learn something new every single time. Keep them coming please! I’ve got a question for you: Do you think buying a dummy Speedmaster 145.022-78 with everything original (dial, hands, bezel, crown and pushers) that only needs a donor mouvement to come alive is a good idea?
Well if it takes you closer to your goal, then yes. The question is, where do you want to end up? It will never be an original watch, and may end up costing more than starting with an original complete watch
@@Speedmaster101 Thanks for the sound advice William. Patience is a virtue so I’ll look for an original and complete one; even if it takes me longer to track down a good exemple. Cheers! 🙏
@@Speedmaster101 Hello William, this is a fantastic video! I wanted to hear your advice on my newly acquired Speedy with ref: 145.022-76 (according to the caseback) and its serial number (39XXXXXX), which indicates it was produced in 1979 and is consistent with the ref number. My concerns are: 1. The dial seems to be from 78, as the 'S' is long and right above the 'P' and despite of 'T SWISS T', the dial seems to be in a condition that is too good to be true (perhaps a replacement). The hands are all pale white, while some has darker aging and others are slightly greenish. 2. The crown stem seems a bit too tall with about 1.5mm of the stem showing from the back, when it's all pushed in. I paid about $3.1k in the US for the watch only on an OEM nato, and I'm not sure if it was a good deal. Please let me know and thank you!
@@Speedmaster101 I will try but. I had some one offer me 5500$ for 1976 speedmaster with nice patina. Probably its gone because guy do not respond anymore. I have only few pictures
I'm getting my 145.022-76 which is a 1978 year serviced soon. Would it reduce the value if I have the crystal polished or replaced and have the pushers replaced?
The -76 pushers are the same as the service pushers, so the only way to tell them apart is how used they are. I would replace the crystal and pushers, keeping the old parts. Also ask the watchmaker to dismantle the pushers from the case without damaging them. (Omega procedure is to grip them with pliers and deform the caps, and unwind them as a unit, rendering them useless).
Looked at a -76 for sale. It has the long S. Seller is sure dial is origional. Raised this question on the fourms, many have stated that late production -76s have the (78) long S. Can you comment on this futhur as you address this in your video?
Always possible it’s an original - this is not cast in stone. It’s a question of balancing probabilities. Assuming the dial is a non step, T Swiss made T dial usually seen in the 78 then entirely possible it’s an early fitment in the production of a later dial - so look for evidence in the form of date of production - if it is late production date maybe they fitted a late dial. In addition, look for similar examples to strengthen the case that it is a possibility. Then examine the story of originality. Almost all sellers who tell me the watch cannot have been touched are mistaken once you dig down, and discover a service history, or even that they did not own it from new.
Do you have an instagram account? I would like to send you pics of a 145.022-76 for your input. It seems that you have an expertise on Speedmaster watches.
Another great video! Thanks William.
Every time you release a new video I know I'm going to learn something. Cheers from Australia!
Awesome, thank you!
I have owned a 145.022-76 for 20 years. I find your video confirming. It is a fine piece. Thank you and do continue your excellent work.
Thank you very much!
Thanks for another interesting video - now you've reached the '76 reference, I feel its time for your insights on the Mark series!
Unfortunately any attempt by me on the Mark's would be without any knowledge!
I’m a big fan of your videos. It would be great to see the watches running while you do your assessments.
These are so informative, thanks for sharing with us William.
As if by magic....(See latest video! ;)
These really are fantastic videos, I have been enjoying them very much.
thank you
Another excellent Speedmaster overview William - I'm off to order the case back opening/closing tool I've seen so often in your posts....
Great! Paul makes them by hand with his son
Hi William
Excellent video thank you . Can I ask where you got the leather strap from on the watch ? Looks fantastic
Thanks
Great video again! Where can I find the leather strap on the watch you showed here in this video? I'm assuming is a replacement non-Omega leather strap (it looks great).
I made it - using leather that I salvage from, well, anywhere I can find it
I really like your videos. I learn a lot
Me too! Thank you!
So nice and relaxed. Enjoying videos alot!
Glad you enjoy it!
Magister class!! Thanks you so much Mate.
Greetings from Spain
My pleasure!
Learned a lot. Thank you for doing this.
Thanks for these videos mate. Keep up the excellent work.
Thanks, will do!
I love your content. I have a 105.012 1966 model and my dial has an even dark grey dial. I think it has aged this way. Thoughts?
Enjoyed your videos and very educational. Thank you and more please !!
Thank you! Will do!
Congrats! An average Italian has a collection with an average of 25 watches at least. At 50 years of age. OMEGA being the first one purchased between the age of 40 and the cheapest of this one. I found the best speedmasters aged 40 and over with them in excellent condition. Problem: They only sell the entire collection.
Informative video. Learning from it. I do have a 145.022-76. Correct 861 movement. Seeing from this video, the dial on my watch has a bigger S, like your 1978. The plastic brake is still present, yes it has turned beige. One question I have, I am getting ready to replace the Hesalite Crystal, I've taken out the crown stem, but the movement does not want to come out of the casing. Of course, hoping that gravity will take over. Tried a little leverage prying but not forcing it out. Do you have any suggestions?
It comes out by gravity, often assisted by sharp taps on the bench. I NEVER lever out or try to pull it out. I have seen watch makers get quite strong - it doesn’t seem to phase them at all - perhaps because they know they are going to service it.
Great video as always! I’ve seen each one multiple times and always learn something new every single time. Keep them coming please!
I’ve got a question for you: Do you think buying a dummy Speedmaster 145.022-78 with everything original (dial, hands, bezel, crown and pushers) that only needs a donor mouvement to come alive is a good idea?
Well if it takes you closer to your goal, then yes. The question is, where do you want to end up? It will never be an original watch, and may end up costing more than starting with an original complete watch
@@Speedmaster101 Thanks for the sound advice William. Patience is a virtue so I’ll look for an original and complete one; even if it takes me longer to track down a good exemple. Cheers! 🙏
@@Speedmaster101 Hello William, this is a fantastic video! I wanted to hear your advice on my newly acquired Speedy with ref: 145.022-76 (according to the caseback) and its serial number (39XXXXXX), which indicates it was produced in 1979 and is consistent with the ref number.
My concerns are: 1. The dial seems to be from 78, as the 'S' is long and right above the 'P' and despite of 'T SWISS T', the dial seems to be in a condition that is too good to be true (perhaps a replacement). The hands are all pale white, while some has darker aging and others are slightly greenish. 2. The crown stem seems a bit too tall with about 1.5mm of the stem showing from the back, when it's all pushed in.
I paid about $3.1k in the US for the watch only on an OEM nato, and I'm not sure if it was a good deal. Please let me know and thank you!
Hi, thank you for your video. A part from the back, what are the difference between this reference and 3590.50, as far as you know?
You can get ideas of values from the price chart at www.speedmaster101.com
Thank you
Needs some tips if possible. Thanks
Can you tell by pictures audentity ?
If yes. How Can I send you them?
Thank you
Yes, if you send it me at William@speedmaster101.com I will take a look.
@@Speedmaster101
I will try but. I had some one offer me 5500$ for 1976 speedmaster with nice patina. Probably its gone because guy do not respond anymore. I have only few pictures
I'm getting my 145.022-76 which is a 1978 year serviced soon. Would it reduce the value if I have the crystal polished or replaced and have the pushers replaced?
The -76 pushers are the same as the service pushers, so the only way to tell them apart is how used they are. I would replace the crystal and pushers, keeping the old parts. Also ask the watchmaker to dismantle the pushers from the case without damaging them. (Omega procedure is to grip them with pliers and deform the caps, and unwind them as a unit, rendering them useless).
Looked at a -76 for sale. It has the long S. Seller is sure dial is origional. Raised this question on the fourms, many have stated that late production -76s have the (78) long S. Can you comment on this futhur as you address this in your video?
Always possible it’s an original - this is not cast in stone. It’s a question of balancing probabilities. Assuming the dial is a non step, T Swiss made T dial usually seen in the 78 then entirely possible it’s an early fitment in the production of a later dial - so look for evidence in the form of date of production - if it is late production date maybe they fitted a late dial. In addition, look for similar examples to strengthen the case that it is a possibility. Then examine the story of originality. Almost all sellers who tell me the watch cannot have been touched are mistaken once you dig down, and discover a service history, or even that they did not own it from new.
Another upload of yesterdays video?
Indeed. The first version had problems with the sound.
Do you have an instagram account? I would like to send you pics of a 145.022-76 for your input. It seems that you have an expertise on Speedmaster watches.