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25 April 2017, 02:22 PM | #1 |
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Omega Speedmaster Professional Authentic?
Hi there! I have someone trying to sell me an Omega Speedmaster, I have only seen the watch in pictures but I can't tell for certain if it's authentic. Everything checks out except one thing, the back engraving. There is an additional engraving "Professional" and "Moonwatch" as indicated below. I have never seen that on a speedy pro. Can anyone advise? The seller seems legitimate.
It's the reference: 311.30.42.30.01.005 Best Regards |
25 April 2017, 03:44 PM | #2 |
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I've never seen that too... Interesting. When in doubt, walk away. These watches are quite common on TRF and you can get one easily from a trusted seller.
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25 April 2017, 10:13 PM | #3 |
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I have the same reference Speedmaster and mine does not have "Professional Moonwatch" on the back.
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25 April 2017, 11:20 PM | #4 | |
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25 April 2017, 11:22 PM | #5 |
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Have you searched that reference and looked at other images?
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25 April 2017, 11:24 PM | #6 |
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Yes, about 2000.
Only sapphire backs have anything on the outer ring OR :LIMITED EDITION"
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26 April 2017, 11:03 AM | #8 |
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I just received a new Speedmaster today, same model. Mine does not have that writing on it.
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26 April 2017, 11:54 AM | #9 |
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Agree w everyone else
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26 April 2017, 01:39 PM | #10 |
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Thank you for your replies everyone! I decided to take a plunge and buy it. I hope it turns out authentic. It was purchased in April 2017 so this might be the newest "engraving". I have checked all the pictures and everything looks darn as hell authentic. Matching case to serial numbers, warranty card everything. So this might really be new.
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26 April 2017, 03:35 PM | #11 | |
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