OMEGA | A RARE STAINLESS STEEL CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH REGISTERS AND BRACELETREF 2998-6 MVT 19832503 SPEEDMASTER MADE IN 1963

• cal. 321 manual winding movement, 17 jewels • black dial, luminous baton indexes, Dauphine hands, 3 subsidiary dials for 30-minute, 12-hour registers and constant seconds • stainless steel case, black bezel calibrated for 500 units, chronograph pushers to the band, screw-down case back • 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 in good condition, having taken on a deep brown colour. The indexes and hands too have taken on a consistent patina and have lost their luminesnece. The case likely polished and with signs of wear consistent with age and use. Scuffs throughout. The bezel with minor denting and scratches. Bracelet slightly warped and with scuffs and scratches throughout. Clasp closing securely. * Please note that the movement has not tested for the accuracy of time and may need service at the buyer's expense. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement.
"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."

Accompanied by an Omega Extract from the Archives. The Omega Speedmaster is, by many, considered the quintessential sports watch and this is even more the case when one explores the lineage of the vintage references such as the above reference 2998-6.   

Produced in the early 1960s this particular reference, made on June 11th 1963 for the United Kingdom, is characterised by the 'dot over the 90' bezel and 'Alpha' hands, features that are sure to satisfy the eye of any collector. The hands and indexes have adopted a pleasing and consistent patina and, additionally, the dial has started to discolour; currently taking on a very deep brown. As seen in other examples with tropical dials this watch is likely only to become more attractive with age.