Omega Speedmaster Pre-Moon Chronograph 145.022-69 Stainless Steel Matt Black Dial Leather Strap 42mm Omega Speedmaster Pre-Moon Chronograph 145.022-69 Stainless Steel…

The Omega Speedmaster 145.022-69 is widely regarded as one of the most important wristwatch references ever produced, sitting at the heart of the Pre-Moon generation of Speedmasters that carried NASA astronauts through the most audacious program in human history. The 145.022 reference was introduced in the late 1960s and became the definitive professional Speedmaster of its era, retaining the essential design DNA that had earned Omega its coveted NASA qualification while refining the case and dial execution to a level that remains deeply compelling decades later. To own a 145.022-69 is to hold a direct connection to that golden age of space exploration.

The case measures 42mm in stainless steel, a diameter that feels commanding yet wearable on a broad range of wrist sizes. The asymmetric Speedmaster case, with its distinctive crown-protecting shoulders, is immediately recognizable and remains one of the most sculpturally satisfying designs in horology. The steel is finished with the careful mix of polished and brushed surfaces that Omega perfected during this period, giving the watch a purposeful, tool-watch character rather than flashy jewelry-like gloss.

The matte black dial is the soul of this reference. Flat, non-reflective, and utterly legible, it frames applied index markers and the three subsidiary chronograph registers in a manner that prioritizes function above all else. The matte finish, specific to pre-Moon and early post-Moon examples, has become one of the most sought-after details among Speedmaster collectors, prized for its period correctness and the way it absorbs light to create a deep, almost infinite visual field. The aluminum tachymeter bezel surrounds the dial, calibrated for speed calculations and finished with the crisp white and black printing that defines the classic Speedmaster aesthetic.

A leather strap grounds the watch with a vintage-appropriate feel, allowing the steel case and dial to take center stage while providing comfort suited to extended daily wear. The strap choice is historically consistent with how many professional Speedmasters were configured and worn, and it lends this example an understated, purposeful character that resonates with purist collectors.

Buying a used Omega Speedmaster Pre-Moon 145.022-69 from Bizak & Co. means acquiring a piece with genuine provenance and historical weight from a trusted luxury watch dealer dedicated to sourcing authentic, quality examples. At Bizak & Co. we stand behind every watch we offer, and our team is on hand to answer questions, provide additional images, and ensure your purchase is a confident one. Visit bizakandco.com or reach out directly to discuss this reference and bring this extraordinary piece of horological history to your collection.