nilomis
[Omega]
11422
Research results...
Reintitan,
All sources that I accessed states that a ST 105.003 were released with a "drop" styled chronograph seconds hand.
The squared end hand was introduced with the later 145.012 and standard on the 145.022.
One reference even shows one 105.003 that was restored by Omega carrying the squared and incorrect hand.
Other source states that "Somewhat earlier is the Omega Speedmaster 105.003 worn by Gordon Cooper during the 1965 Gemini 5 mission. Inlay might be replaced "
This may be what happened with your watch seconds hand.
If the watch was mine ... I wear it as is or source a "drop" hand and let my watchmaker to match the patina/no lume.
It's a great watch. Congratulations.
Nilo
An unrecognized vintage Speedmaster configuration?
One of my favorite watches is the Omega Speedmaster (both Pro and Pre-Pro models). And among Speedmasters, my favorites are the so-called "straight-lug" references, especially ref. 105.003. The nickname for this reference is the "Ed White" Speedmaster bec...
Forgot to add a clear picture of the Ed White Speedmaster
Picture courtesy of Fratellowatches ...
Very interesting and intriguing ...
Reintitan, I will query my sources (wife just calling me downstairs to lunch) and local experts. I had (subject to research), as a dogma, that all 321 must have the non-flat chronograph hand and your post seems to break this. I will come back to this post...
Research results...
Reintitan, All sources that I accessed states that a ST 105.003 were released with a "drop" styled chronograph seconds hand. The squared end hand was introduced with the later 145.012 and standard on the 145.022. One reference even shows one 105.003 that ...
Very interesting
Thanks for checking Nilomis. There are 3 differences on Gordon Cooper's watch compared to known 105.003: the flat chrono seconds hand, the bezel insert, and the pushers What I find strange is that *IF* NASA serviced the watch and replaced parts why would ...
You must consider that ...
When and if this watch was serviced, that it was not a vintage one and someone may decided to "modernize" it. Cheers, Nilo