Omega Speedmaster Chronograph 175 0084 (1998)

Presented for auction by Second Vintage A highly attractive and versatile Speedmaster Day-Date. This particular example commands attention with its striking blue dial featuring textured concentric subdials, combining a practical triple calendar complication with sharp, well-preserved case geometry. Brand: Omega Model: Speedmaster Reference Number: 175 0084 Serial Number: 59265607 Movement: Automatic chronograph, Omega Caliber 1151, 25 jewels Dial: Deep blue with concentric textured subdials, applied logo, and luminous indices Case Size: 39 mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Stainless steel Production Year: 1998 Condition: Excellent vintage condition. Timegrapher: +1+3s/day, performing remarkably well. Dial and Hands The deep blue dial is flawless and vibrant, demonstrating excellent detail preservation. It features concentric circular texturing on the subdials, adding depth and visual interest to the complex display. The applied Omega logo and luminous indices are intact and remarkably clean. All printed text, along with the minute and date tracks, remains crisp with no visible loss. The English day and month discs are clean and highly legible. The steel hands retain their luminous fill, and the date pointer hand features a distinct red crescent tip. There is no visible oxidation, corrosion, or lume degradation, leaving the handset clean and original with an excellent finish. Case and Crystal The stainless steel case features beautifully contrasting brushed and polished finishes. It is well-preserved with sharp geometry and light signs of use. The edges and chamfers remain well-defined, while minor superficial handling marks are visible on the polished flanks and lugs. The stainless steel tachymeter bezel retains its fully intact black enamel filling, showing only very faint hairline scratches under close inspection. The watch is fitted with a signed crown featuring sharp, well-defined knurling. The domed sapphire crystal is clear, with no visible scratches, chips, or crazing. Turning the watch over reveals a pressure-closed caseback with crisp and deep engravings, including the embossed Omega Seahorse logo. Movement Powering this timepiece is the automatic chronograph Omega Caliber 1151, based on the proven ETA/Valjoux 7751 architecture. The movement plates and rotor are clean, beautifully decorated with perlage and Geneva stripes. The caliber is free of visible oxidation, corrosion, or damaged screw heads, and bears crisp engravings reading "OMEGA 1151", "25 JEWELS TWENTY-FIVE", and "SWISS". Exhibiting remarkable accuracy and consistency, performing brilliantly for a vintage timepiece. Strap The watch is fitted with its original signed stainless steel Omega bracelet, featuring brushed and polished links. The clasp is signed with the Omega logo, and the endlinks are stamped 850. The bracelet shows minimal stretch and only light surface wear, remaining tight with minor honest wear. It accommodates a maximum wrist size of 19 cm. Condition Excellent vintage condition. The case retains sharp geometry, displaying only minor superficial handling marks on the polished flanks and lugs, alongside very faint hairline scratches on the tachymeter bezel. The dial and hands are flawlessly preserved, free of any oxidation or luminous material degradation. The original signed bracelet remains tight with minimal stretch. The movement is exceptionally clean and, supported by the recorded timegrapher result, is performing very strongly. Dimensions The case measures 39 mm in diameter, excluding the crown. Remarks This Speedmaster Day-Date offers a compelling combination of mechanical complexity and striking aesthetics. The vibrant blue dial, practical calendar complications, and original integrated bracelet make it a highly capable and visually rewarding choice for the collector. History The Omega Speedmaster Day-Date is a highly practical evolution of the celebrated chronograph family, introducing a comprehensive suite of calendar complications to the traditional sports watch format. Powered by the robust automatic Omega Caliber 1151, the watch tracks the day, date, month, and 24-hour time alongside its standard chronograph functions. Produced in the late 1990s, this 39 mm reference offers a refined, wearable profile that honors the Speedmaster lineage while providing exceptional everyday utility. Payment and Shipping Payment must be completed within 1–3 days after purchase. Your watch will be professionally and securely packaged, then shipped with tracking and insurance for your peace of mind. We use fast express shipping, with typical delivery within 1–4 business days, depending on the destination. Please note that vintage watches may show minor signs of wear, aging, or imperfections, which are considered normal for watches of this age. We kindly ask you to review all photos carefully before bidding. We photograph each watch from multiple angles to provide the most accurate representation possible, and the photos form an important part of the description. The timegrapher assessment if provided is seen as an indication of the movement’s condition under fully wound testing conditions. As with all vintage watches, results may vary in daily use. If you have any concerns regarding functionality or defects after delivery, please contact us within 3 days of receiving the watch so we can assist you. As with all used watches, water resistance is not guaranteed. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us after the auction ends. / Second Vintage SKU: OME-SXX-0064