This special edition Speedmaster Speedy Tuesday pays tribute to the classic 1970s Speedmaster featured in the legendary Japanese TV series "Return of Ultraman". The watches 42mm stainless steel case features a black aluminium tachymetre bezel with an orange accent. Other touches of orange can be found on the black dial, including the dots on top of each hour marker, the first three minutes of the minutes sub-dial, and the iconic "Ultraman" central chronograph hand. Driven by the classic Omega calibre 1861, the watches movement sits behind the Omega Seahorse medallion which is stamped into the caseback. Limited to just 2,012 pieces this example is number 1,297, with 1297/2012 engraved into the caseback. Presented on a black and orange NATO strap this timepiece is accompanied by its original box and papers, along with our 24 month Vintage Watch Co warranty.
Speedy Tuesday refers to a special series of Omega Speedmaster watches, which are part of a community-driven initiative celebrating the iconic Omega Speedmaster, also known at the "Moonwatch." The concept of Speedy Tuesday originated from a social media hashtag (#SpeedyTuesday) created by Robert-Jan Broer, founder of the watch blog Fratello Watches, in 2012. The hashtag quickly gained popularity among Omega Speedmaster enthusiasts who shared their Speedmaster watches every Tuesday. Recognising the enthusiasm from the community, Omega collaborated with Fratello Watches to release limited-edition Speedmaster models specifically designed for Speedy Tuesday fans. These watches are notable for their unique design elements and limited availability, making them highly sought after by collectors.
