Omega - Speedmaster Date Chronograph - No reserve price - 175 0083 - Men - 1990-1999

Presented for auction by Second Vintage A classic silver-dial Speedmaster Automatic in excellent condition, this c. 1998 Omega pairs traditional chronograph utility with a refined monochromatic aesthetic. The pristine silver dial, distinguished by sharp concentric circular texture on the subdials, offers a highly legible and appealing alternative to the standard black Speedmaster configuration. Brand: Omega Model: Speedmaster Chronograph Reference Number: 175 0083 Serial Number: 58461179 Movement: Caliber 1152, 25 jewels, automatic chronograph Dial: Silver with concentric textured subdials Case Size: 39 mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Stainless steel Production Year: c. 1998 Condition: Excellent vintage condition. Timegrapher: +2+5s/day, performing remarkably well. Dial and Hands The dial is pristine and highly legible, featuring a clean silver finish with no visible spotting or discoloration. Crisp printing is present throughout, complementing the applied bright steel indices and Omega logo which remain completely free of oxidation. The subdials display a sharp, well-defined concentric circular texture that adds depth to the monochromatic design. The polished steel hands are in excellent original condition with their luminous material fully intact, showing no visible corrosion or scratches across their surfaces. Case and Crystal The stainless steel case is well-preserved with minor signs of careful wear, retaining sharp transitions between the brushed and polished surfaces. Light superficial scratches are present on the polished lugs and case flanks. The stainless steel tachymeter bezel remains in good condition, showing light surface scratches and minor dings, particularly around the 60 to 70 area, though the engraved numerals remain clear and entirely legible. The caseback features a personalized engraving reading Yoshitada Takahashi, adding a unique historical touch to this specific example. The signed Omega crown retains sharp, well-defined fluting, and the chronograph pushers are clean and free of heavy wear. A flat sapphire crystal protects the dial, remaining clear with no visible scratches, chips, or hazing. Movement Powering the watch is the reliable Omega caliber 1152 automatic chronograph movement, engraved with 25 jewels. Visually, the movement is in excellent condition, presenting exceptionally clean surfaces with no visible corrosion, oxidation, or staining. The rotor and bridges display crisp finishing, and the screw heads remain unmarred. The timegrapher recorded a rate of +2+5s/day. Exhibiting remarkable accuracy and consistency, performing brilliantly for a vintage timepiece. Strap The watch is fitted with its original signed stainless steel bracelet featuring solid links and endlinks stamped 850. The sturdy and well-maintained original bracelet exhibits only light desk-diving scratches on the links and the clasp, which features a crisp Omega logo. It accommodates a maximum wrist size of up to 18.5 cm. Condition Excellent vintage condition. The case remains sharp with only light superficial scratches on the polished flanks and lugs, alongside minor dings and surface wear on the tachymeter bezel near the 60 to 70 mark. The silver dial and hands are pristine, showing no visible aging, oxidation, or flaws. The original steel bracelet remains sturdy with minor desk-diving marks. Supported by the recorded timegrapher result, the movement is performing very strongly. Dimensions 39 mm (excluding the crown) Remarks This Speedmaster Automatic is distinguished by its striking silver dial and sharply textured subdials, offering a refined variation of a classic chronograph format. Complete with its original bracelet and a uniquely personalized caseback, it remains a highly attractive and mechanically capable vintage timepiece. History The Omega Speedmaster Automatic, often referred to as the Speedmaster Reduced or standard automatic line, was introduced to offer the classic Speedmaster aesthetic in a slightly more compact, self-winding format. Powered by robust automatic chronograph calibers, these models became highly successful throughout the 1990s and early 2000s. While the traditional black dial remains the most common, variations like the silver dial provided a fresh, versatile look while retaining the defining tachymeter bezel and utilitarian layout that made the Speedmaster family an enduring pillar of mechanical watchmaking. / Second Vintage SKU: OME-OSA-0024