REPAIR & SERVICE
Omega Speedmaster Chronograph
Gray & Sons Jewelers, located in Miami Beach, Florida is an independent watch service center, repairing Omega Speedmaster Chronograph watches since 1980.
Service and maintenance of Omega Speedmaster Pre-Moon Watch. Vintage c. 1967
Omega Repair Services
Manual Wind. Stainless Steel
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Ref. 145012. Caliber 321
Overhaul and Detailing Project
Movement Serial Number 20548601. Men’s Watch
Omega Speedmaster, first watch on the moon, great fit at your wrist
Chronograph movements had been produced since the late 1800s, the Omega Speedmaster was introduced in the market in 1957 and it is the longest produced chronograph to date. A great movement, well designed, and with an attractive look, this timepiece is awesome and very desirable by collectors worldwide.
It became even more popular since this is the watch the Apollo 11 astronauts wore during the first American moonwalk. It is made of stainless steel for strength and endurance. The Omega Speedmaster Professional is one of the few watches that NASA qualifies for spaceflight and it is the ONLY ONE qualified for extravehicular activity: spacewalks, although it was not originally designed for space exploration.
The concept of this watch at its creation was to complete the line with the Omega Seamaster and the Railmaster, offering a chrono and tachymeter watch to consolidate Omega’s position in the chronograph market.
It is important to mention that the Omega Speedmaster’s design with 12 hours subdial and triple register chronograph became the series hallmark.
The timepiece added the *Professional* appellation on the dial in 1964.
In 1968/1969 Omega replaced the movement and started using Calibre 861, but a watch as this one with CALIBRE 321 was the one used by the Apollo 11 mission and it is popularly known as the Pre-Moonwalk even though it was worn on the moon.
It is a great opportunity and an honor to work on such a fine-looking and sought-after watch.
Gray and Sons received the watch from a collector that wanted to make sure we were going to follow manufacturers’ protocols to keep this watch 100% original and properly protect its present and future value. No parts to be replaced, not detailing of the head and bracelet, and not even replacement of the crystal was requested, only a complete service and cleaning of watch and movement.
One of our Swiss watchmakers took the job with great passion, as usual, as we love the intricate movements of a chronograph and appreciate the watch enthusiasts that wear them. A watch like this is a source of infinite pleasure and is always a conversation piece as it does not go unnoticed; it is highly recognizable and appreciated in the watch aficionado circles.
Every movement is different and it is a different challenge to restore and bring to life vintage movements. At Gray & Sons, we make it personal to bring every timepiece back to its original splendor and manufacturer’s specifications.
So, the process begins, the movement is removed. Case, bracelet, and buckle are sent to one of our highly specialized watch specialists to clean the head, bracelet, and buckle without changing the beautiful vintage look of the timepiece making sure that each part of the watch continues to be as original as designed and manufactured in 1967.
Meanwhile, our watchmaker had disassembled the movement to the barest parts. Cleaning the parts using a multi-stage process to remove dirt and old dried lubricants to bring this great movement back to its best performance..
This process takes time to be achieved as no shortcuts are used, we, at Gray & Sons, only do this the old-fashioned painstaking way of the antique watchmakers.
The movement is put together again to start working on the regulation, timekeeping accuracy, power reserve, chronograph functions, and synchronization of all the parts involved for this magnificent movement to keep time.
Then the watch will be re-cased, and for the final checks, two specialists will test the watch for timekeeping and winding, finally pressure testing machines to check for leaks on the seals and gaskets. The watch will be almost ready to be shipped back and as at this final stage, we will have another associate check everything all over again with new eyes and have these final tests done again before we ship it back to the owner.
A brief story about Gray & Sons Inspired Jewelers and Watch Experts
For over 40 years, the focus of this family-owned and operated business has been selling meticulously restored & like-new condition Certified Preowned Watches and one-of-a-kind estate jewelry pieces .
We are always acquiring new watches and jewelry pieces , so please check our website frequently or sign up for our free monthly catalog , it will give you a good sense of market values and what is trending in our industry and it's free!!
If you have an item that you are interested in selling, we can sell your piece too! We have sales specialists that are also fluent in Spanish, French, Polish, and Russian.We have six in-house Swiss-trained watchmakers with over 150 years of combined experience to handle all your watch repairs and service issues.
If you have a watch that is not working as it once did, send it to us . You will be amazed at your “as new looking” watch.
Our Miami Beach showroom is located across from the world-renowned Bal Harbour Shops. If you are ever in the area please stop by , we would love to meet you and show you our store. Hope this brief intro to our company makes you feel reassured that you are dealing with a reputable, long-standing and honest company. Your watch will be in good hands.
Gray and Sons also guarantee your timepiece for one year on our services.
A#1 Specialist of Omega Speedmaster Chronograph timepieces
Visit Gray and Sons Jewelers your one-stop source for all your luxury watch and high-end jewelry needs throughout Florida, especially in Miami, Coral Gables, Miami Beach, Sunny Isles, and Fort Lauderdale. Gray and Sons has an excellent reputation with many customers in New York, Massachusetts, California, Texas, Nevada, Pennsylvania, and Chicago.
Don't hesitate to contact Gray and Sons customer service and have a look at the helpful FAQ on the website www.grayandsons.com
Let us help you to decide which watch will fit your needs and budget. Become part of the Gray and Sons family. We are in love with the art of horology. For an experience second to none, call +1.800.918.2608, or visit us 9595 Harding Ave Surfside (Miami Beach), FL 33154.
OUR EXPERIENCE
OVER 150 YEARS OF COMBINED WATCHMAKING AND JEWELRY/CASE AND BRACELET REPAIR EXPERIENCE!
How to Repair Your Watch with Gray & Sons Jewelers
We offer our watch repair services locally in South Florida (Miami, Miami Beach, Surfside, Bal Harbour, Fort Lauderdale, and West Palm Beach), nationally as well as internationally with our Easy Ship Box Option.
Local Repairs
Come visit our showroom and let us evaluate your watch. Our Master-trained watchmakers are among the best in the United States and we just happen to be located on Miami Beach. We will provide you an estimate before beginning any work.
National Repairs
To accommodate customers across the United States who complete repairs with us, we devised the Easy Ship Box as the fastest and most convenient way to send sensitive luxury items. This allows you to receive our state of the art services anywhere in the country, so you never compromise on the care your watch rightfully deserves.