Omega Speedmaster

About this reference

The Omega Speedmaster CK2998-62 was produced for approximately one year, beginning in 1962, and represents the final iteration of the CK2998 reference series. Collectors prioritize this model as a transitional piece featuring the manual-wind Calibre 321 movement and the 39mm straight-lug case design without crown guards. This specific sub-reference is distinguished by its "Alpha" hands and the introduction of the "Dauphine" style chronograph seconds hand, alongside a "Base 1000" or "Base 500" tachymeter bezel. Due to its limited production window and historical position as the precursor to the 105.002, market values typically range from $25,000 to over $50,000 depending on the presence of the original "Dot Over 90" bezel and dial patination. A notable production detail is that late-series CK2998-62 examples occasionally feature baton hands, marking the aesthetic shift toward the later professional models.