1971 Omega Speedmaster 'Straight Writing' 145022-69 ST

Only made for a few years the 'Straight Writing' Speedmaster is a huge collectors piece for its unique case back. Made from 1971-1974 this watch is powered by the 861 manual movement. 

Information:

Serial: 31,61X,XXX

Date: 1971 February

Case Reference: 145.022 – 69 ST

Dial: Tritium - Lume has slight patina in great shape

Hands: Correct Flat Baton Hands with matching Lume - lume has fallen in a couple spots in minute and hour hands

Bezel: Dot Next to 90 -  has turned slight blue hue - light marks throughout

Strap: Custom Italian Leather Strap

Caseback: 'Straight Writing' case back , stamped 145022- 69 ST on the inside - paint has worn off

Crown: Correct Wide Omega

Pushers: Correct Type 4

Movement: 861 - Manual - +6 s/d 277 Amp

Glass: Hesalite

Condition:

Case is in great condition with no notable marks and only light micro wear. Strap is in great shape. Bezel has marks throughout. Dial is in great shape with matching patina.  Hands are in great shape with some lume fallen out. No service history but running +6 s/d 277 Amp.