There are 2 generations of Racing Speedmasters, (the models of 1st generation, with black dials, are fitted with the 321 caliber, and the 2nd generation watches, with grey dials, are equipped with the 861) for a total of 3 versions. All of them are characterized by a dial with a special minutes scale, bi-color indexes on two levels and a specific hands color configuration for the chronograph functions. These features enhance the legibility of the chronograph, which is helpful in racing competition situations, hence its nickname Racing.
The 1st generation has been produced in 1967-1968. The dial minute scale is white and the indexes are half red and half white. The chronograph hands are white, whereas the hands for the time of day are red. However, there are two different versions:
#26.547.xxx is an extremely rare Pre-Professional version (less than 10 pieces have been observed so far), produced in 1968 and delivered to Denmark. The absence of a steel bracelet impacts on the Watch Score of 7.8. The Extra Score is + 5 for the extraordinary rare dial.
Our WATCHFID rating is 12.8.
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There are 2 generations of Racing Speedmasters, (the models of 1st generation, with black dials, are fitted with the 321 caliber, and the 2nd generation watches, with grey dials, are equipped with the 861) for a total of 3 versions. All of them are characterized by a dial with a special minutes scale, bi-color indexes on two levels and a specific hands color configuration for the chronograph functions. These features enhance the legibility of the chronograph, which is helpful in racing competition situations, hence its nickname Racing.
The 1st generation has been produced in 1967-1968. The dial minute scale is white and the indexes are half red and half white. The chronograph hands are white, whereas the hands for the time of day are red. However, there are two different versions:
#26.547.xxx is an extremely rare Pre-Professional version (less than 10 pieces have been observed so far), produced in 1968 and delivered to Denmark. The absence of a steel bracelet impacts on the Watch Score of 7.8. The Extra Score is + 5 for the extraordinary rare dial.
Our WATCHFID rating is 12.8.
The purpose of this document is to determine whether the constituent parts of the watch are conform to the model reference /period or not, and to value their condition and importance.
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This document presents each watch in the most objective and detailed manner possible, thanks to a substantiated analysis, high-resolution photos designed to highlight all elements of the watch and an innovative rating system. Available in printed and digital versions.
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