My First Vintage Omega Speedmaster 105.003-64 "Ed White"

i_am_Sam · 2020-06-25T08:53:35Z

Explore i_am_Sam's journey to acquire a vintage Omega Speedmaster 105.003-64 "Ed White." Discover insights on condition, price, and its place in a collection.

i_am_Sam

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Sam's quest for a vintage Omega Speedmaster 105.003-64, affectionately known as the "Ed White," highlights the challenges and rewards of acquiring a historically significant timepiece. His journey underscores the importance of balancing condition with price, a common dilemma for collectors pursuing iconic references. This article delves into Sam's successful acquisition and the community's appreciation for such a well-preserved example.

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I've been hunting for a Vintage Speedmaster for a while, I really think its a quintessential watch to have for any watch enthusiast.

Finding the right one, however isn't as easy as I thought it would be. I knew I wanted a Cal. 321 but it just has to be a balance between condition and price. There are so many factors in condition as a lot of the straight lugs speedmaster are not as well preserved condition and most of them has a pretty worn bezel.

So just before the end of last year I found this piece here, a 105.003-64 "Ed White" in quite a lovely condition with archive from Omega, stating that this watch was delivered to a US Naval Base. And here it is :

Will it be my only vintage speedmaster? Perhaps not. But if I have to end up with this one, I would still feel very fortunate!

Sam

Key Points from the Discussion

The Omega Speedmaster 105.003-64 is considered an exceptionally well-preserved example, a testament to the author's diligent search.
Many collectors agree that a Speedmaster, whether modern or vintage, is a quintessential addition to any watch collection.
The community expresses strong approval for the author's specific acquisition, noting its excellent condition.
The discussion also touches on the enduring passion within the watch community and the value of shared knowledge among enthusiasts, even after periods of absence.

The Discussion

MikiJ

Jun 25, 2020

Knowing a little bit about these...

I'd say you got a really good one Wear in good health, Miki BTW: DIBS!

i_am_Sam

Jun 25, 2020

Thank you for your kind word!

I can say this probably will stay for a very long time! Sam

MikiJ

Jun 25, 2020

As it should ;-) [nt]