Mechanic wearing a Speedmaster

[Kirk280]

I recently took my newly purchased W124 Mercedes to a local specialist for some TLC and spotted he was wearing an oil covered Speedmaster! Even more amazingly it was an applied logo model that he bought new in 1969 and has worn in everyday since. Proof that Omega built them tough. I've got no idea what it's worth now, probably more than the old Merc he was working on! Any similar stories anyone?

[joeuk]

Good to know some people wear this watch and not baby it. I took my speedy to work and I am a printer.

[premoon]

Wow.......69 so could be a 321......or early 861.....if 321, it is a pity to torture such a vintage collector piece......it deserve now, after more than 43 years of service, a bit of rest....!!!!

Phil.

[Kirk280]

It had an applied gold Omega logo, not sure what cal. that means. Apparently it cost him £100 back then!

[GaryF]

At least, being a mechanic, he probably realises the value of proper maintenance.

[joeuk]

well it gets oiled regular lol

[Kirk280]

It was covered in oil!

[David Woo]

when you pick up the car, get some pics!

[GTTIME]

Wow.......69 so could be a 321......or early 861.....if 321, it is a pity to torture such a vintage collector piece......it deserve now, after more than 43 years of service, a bit of rest....!!!!

Phil.

Couldn't disagree more! I hope he wears it for the rest of his life and enjoys it every day!

[sager]

when you pick up the car, get some pics!

Yes. Please do.