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speedmaster mark 2 vintage - Japan Racing Dial

Omega Speedmaster Mark II, Racing Japan Dial in satin-brushed stainless steel, a vintage stop-seconds chronograph powered by the Omega Calibre 861 produced in 1967, with a manual-winding mechanical movement. This timepiece features a grey dial with a 12-hour scale and a distinctive outer "racing" track composed of alternating white and orange checkerboard patterns.

The 42 mm tonneau-shaped case features aerodynamic lines and offers functionality comparable to the Speedmaster Moonwatch, sharing the same movement and overall specifications. However, this model provides enhanced comfort in use, as winding is easier than with the traditional round case. This user-friendly improvement comes from the innovative case shape, which allows direct and unobstructed contact with the entire edge of the crown—unlike the recessed crown of round cases. This evolution made it a favorite among glove-wearing users, enabling chronograph operation without removing gloves. With improved water resistance, the watch quickly gained popularity among motor and motorcycle racers, and was frequently spotted on the wrists of celebrities of the era.

This Omega collector’s watch, the Speedmaster MK II with three subdials, is a direct descendant of the original 1957 Speedmaster. It is considered the successor to the Moonwatch—a chronograph produced from 1967 to 1972 and worn by pilots and motorsport racers before achieving spaceflight fame. However, it entered the market during a period when Japanese LED and quartz watches were emerging and society was undergoing major lifestyle shifts. A time of transformation when new ways of living and thinking began to take hold, sweeping away entire parts of the old world. The Speedmaster MK II represented one of Omega’s responses to this wave of “space-art.” Its brushed steel case design, with its bold “space age” aesthetic, fit perfectly into the 1970s fashion scene—and now, as this trend resurfaces, it remains a stylish and relevant choice for collectors and enthusiasts alike.

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