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Agyzace's post showcases a beloved Omega Speedmaster, affectionately known as the 'Chocolate Speedy,' a timepiece that holds significant personal value and a fascinating acquisition story. This article delves into the unique appeal of this particular reference and synthesizes community insights on its features and historical context. Agyzace's journey to acquire his 'dream Speedy' highlights the enduring passion collectors have for specific, often discontinued, models.
. . . as I was quite taken by it when it was introduced some fifteen years ago. Glad to see it on your wrist; I think Abel has one, too. Best, Art
I tried it multiple times when in active production. Then years after it was discontinued, I was at Omega in Zurich and as a joke I asked them if they have one. Two years earlier they already did not, but I still asked. That is how much it was in my head/heart. And the lady told me ‘we do’. I thought she did not know what I was talking about. But it was true. They had it! I bought it in a second. And then the special story of the Apollo bracelet that my good friends at Omega Lugano ordered and f
Standard ss bracelet or the matt brown padded leather strap
It is very tapered which I love and lightweight which makes it feel very vintage
. . . and would probably have gone for the strap at the time. If it were reintroduced today, Omega would likely provide both, but back then the bracelet was an extra cost option. Art
. . . and pretty sure it was an either/or situation - you'd get one or the other, but if you wanted both it was a matter of ordering the strap separately. There was a price advantage to getting the bracelet version and ordering the strap as opposed to the other way around.
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