Omega Speedmaster French RAID Police Reference Guide
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Omega Speedmaster French RAID Police Reference Guide

By amanico · Apr 1, 2026 · 33 replies
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Nicolas (amanico) brings to light a fascinating and lesser-known chapter in Omega's history: a Speedmaster created for the elite French RAID police unit. This post offers a unique glimpse into Omega's specialized commissions, moving beyond mainstream limited editions to explore watches with a distinct operational provenance. It underscores how specific cultural and professional contexts can influence horological design and significance.

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A bit too french, maybe... 

Watch by Omega, Speedmaster, 3513.50.00, Speedmaster Automatic

Best,

Nicolas

About the Omega Speedmaster Automatic Ref. 3513.50.00

The Omega Speedmaster Reduced, reference 3513.50.00, represents a more compact and accessible option within the broader Speedmaster collection. This particular reference features a design that echoes the classic Speedmaster aesthetic but in a smaller case size, making it suitable for a wider range of wrist sizes. It was produced during a period when Omega offered various iterations of the Speedmaster, catering to different preferences while maintaining a consistent visual identity. This model is distinguished by its automatic movement, offering convenience compared to the manual-wind Professional series.

This Speedmaster Reduced is housed in a stainless steel case measuring 39 mm in diameter, providing a balanced presence on the wrist. It is fitted with a sapphire crystal, known for its scratch resistance, protecting a black dial. The watch is powered by the Omega caliber 3220, an automatic movement with a power reserve of 44 hours. The fixed stainless steel bezel features a tachymeter scale, a characteristic element of the Speedmaster line, and the watch offers a water resistance of 30 meters.

This reference appeals to collectors seeking a Speedmaster with automatic winding and a more understated case dimension. Its design maintains the core visual elements of the Speedmaster, including the chronograph subdials and the tachymeter bezel, making it a recognizable member of the family. The 3513.50.00 offers a distinct alternative to the larger, manually wound Speedmaster Professional, providing a different wearing experience while retaining the brand's chronograph heritage.

Specifications

Caliber
3220
Case
Stainless steel
Diameter
39 mm
Dial
Silver
Water Resist.
30m
Crystal
Sapphire

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QU
quattro
Apr 1, 2026
β€œA tad” is an understatement... πŸ˜±πŸ˜‡

MC
MCG (Markus)
Apr 1, 2026
At least they did not the hour and minute hands in red and blue…. πŸ™ˆπŸ˜‚

GR
GrouchoM
Apr 1, 2026
They made it today, the subdial second hand would be made to look like a baguette.

AM
amanico
Apr 2, 2026
Damn! Or the Eiffel tower. ;)

DR
Dr No
Apr 7, 2026
Please tell me the back doesn't have an engraved . . .

. . . rooster in place of the hippocampus. πŸ“

BE
BesanΓ§on
Apr 1, 2026
They didn’t have those fancy watches back when they almost cracked my head open at the Boulevard Saint-Michel. Of course, we had been yelling: Police, cochon !!! πŸ€•πŸ˜΅β€πŸ’«πŸ«’

Nice looking Speedmaster, though. That looks like a modern watch. When was it issued ?

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