{"id":14219,"date":"2026-09-11T12:38:32","date_gmt":"2026-09-11T10:38:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/analysis-why-the-omega-speedmaster-vintage-remains-an-excellent-investment-in-2026\/"},"modified":"2026-09-11T14:49:27","modified_gmt":"2026-09-11T12:49:27","slug":"analysis-why-the-omega-speedmaster-vintage-remains-an-excellent-investment-in-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/en\/analysis-why-the-omega-speedmaster-vintage-remains-an-excellent-investment-in-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Analysis : Why the Omega Speedmaster Vintage remains an safe investment in 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">In the world of collectible watches, few models inspire as much passion as the <strong>Omega Speedmaster Professional<\/strong>. Nicknamed the \u00ab Moonwatch \u00bb\u00a0after being certified by NASA for all manned space missions and worn on the Moon in 1969, it has established itself as an absolute icon.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Beyond its legendary status and timeless design, one question regularly arises amongst collectors : <strong>are vintage Omega Speedmasters a good financial investment?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The answer is yes, without a doubt. \u00a0In this article, we\u2019ll analyse why the vintage Speedmaster offers an unbeatable history-to-value ratio \u2014 particularly below the symbolic \u20ac5,000 mark \u2014 and break down the market data using price trend charts.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">A major milestone on the horizon : the 70th anniversary in 2027<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Whilst the vintage Speedmaster market is built on solid foundations, a key event is set to act as a major catalyst : <strong>the model\u2019s 70th anniversary in 2027<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Launched in 1957 under the reference <strong>CK 2915<\/strong>, the Speedmaster will soon celebrate seven decades of existence. Historically, major anniversaries of a watchmaking icon are always accompanied by a return to the limelight :<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><strong>Commemorative launches by Omega<\/strong> that draw the attention of the media and collectors worldwide to the brand\u2019s heritage.<\/li>\n<li><strong>An overall rise in demand<\/strong> for original models from the 1950s, 1960s and 1970s, sought after by enthusiasts keen to acquire a historic piece rather than a modern reissue.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Below, Speedmaster CK 2915 (1957). \u00a0Current value : \u20ac60,000 \u2013 \u20ac100,000.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-14158\" src=\"https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-ck-2915-300x240.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"730\" height=\"584\" srcset=\"https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-ck-2915-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-ck-2915-1024x819.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-ck-2915-768x614.jpg 768w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-ck-2915-1536x1229.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-ck-2915-2048x1638.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-ck-2915-1280x1024.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-ck-2915-600x480.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 730px) 100vw, 730px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><strong>A unique historic opportunity for under \u20ac5,000<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">In the collectable watch market, it is almost impossible to find a model that has made its mark on history with a starting price of less than \u20ac5,000.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Let\u2019s compare for a moment :<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>A vintage <strong>Rolex Submariner<\/strong> or a <strong>Daytona<\/strong> chronograph easily costs well over ten thousand (or even several tens of thousands) of euros.<\/li>\n<li>An <strong>Audemars Piguet Royal Oak<\/strong> or a <strong>Patek Philippe Nautilus<\/strong> also fall into very high price brackets.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">For under \u20ac5,000, <strong>no other watch in the world<\/strong> offers :<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>A space heritage <\/strong>: Certified by NASA in 1965, present on the Moon during Apollo 11, and played a vital role during the Apollo 13 mission.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>A mechanical heritage<\/strong> : Iconic movements developed in collaboration with Lemania (the column-wheel caliber 321, followed by the legendary cam-operated caliber 861). Here, there\u2019s <strong>no ETA caliber<\/strong>, unlike 90 per cent of chronographs on the market !<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>A design continuity<\/strong> : An asymmetrical case, a black tachymeter bezel and a three-sub-dial dial offering perfect legibility, which have remained virtually unchanged since 1963.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Shown below : Speedmaster 105.003 \u00ab Ed White \u00bb (1966), 145.022-69 (1970) and 3590.50 (1992).<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-14160\" src=\"https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-300x214.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"730\" height=\"521\" srcset=\"https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-300x214.jpg 300w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-1024x731.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-768x548.jpg 768w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-1536x1097.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-2048x1463.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-1280x914.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-600x429.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 730px) 100vw, 730px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Market analysis : How has the value of Speedmasters changed over time ?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">It is not easy to establish an accurate valuation given the number of factors to take into account : the condition of the watch, whether or not it has been serviced, the beauty of the patina, and so on&#8230;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">However, the charts provided by chrono24 allow us to observe a general trend. \u00a0Below, we will <strong>analyse several iconic models<\/strong>. \u00a0It should be noted, however, that \u00ab exceptional \u00bb examples \u2013 for instance, those with a chocolate-coloured dial or a bluish bezel \u2013 may be worth considerably more due to their rarity.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>The Speedmaster Professional 3590.50 (\u00ab The ideal entry-level model\u00a0\u00bb)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">1980s\u20131990s, caliber 861.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-14119\" src=\"https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-3590.50-300x240.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"730\" height=\"584\" srcset=\"https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-3590.50-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-3590.50-1024x819.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-3590.50-768x614.jpg 768w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-3590.50-1536x1229.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-3590.50-2048x1639.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-3590.50-1280x1024.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-3590.50-600x480.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 730px) 100vw, 730px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-14117\" src=\"https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-3590.50-value-300x155.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"730\" height=\"377\" srcset=\"https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-3590.50-value-300x155.png 300w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-3590.50-value-1024x528.png 1024w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-3590.50-value-768x396.png 768w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-3590.50-value-1536x792.png 1536w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-3590.50-value-2048x1056.png 2048w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-3590.50-value-1280x660.png 1280w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-3590.50-value-600x309.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 730px) 100vw, 730px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">This is the perfect example to illustrate the under-\u20ac5,000 segment. \u00a0In 2011, this model was trading at around \u20ac1,800. Today, it is firmly priced between <strong>\u20ac4,500 and \u20ac5,500<\/strong>, or even higher for examples in exceptional condition or full set.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Why this rise in value ? \u00a0The 3590.50 combines the vintage patina of <strong>tritium\u00a0indexes<\/strong> (which take on a superb eggshell or light brown colour) with the reliability of a modern watch. \u00a0It is the ideal purchase for new collectors : affordable, highly liquid and showing steady long-term appreciation.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>The Speedmaster Professional 105.012 (\u00ab The real Moonwatch \u00bb)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">1964\u20131968, caliber 321.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-14103\" src=\"https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-105.012-65-300x240.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"730\" height=\"584\" srcset=\"https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-105.012-65-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-105.012-65-1024x819.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-105.012-65-768x614.jpg 768w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-105.012-65-1536x1229.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-105.012-65-2048x1639.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-105.012-65-1280x1024.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-105.012-65-600x480.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 730px) 100vw, 730px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-14105\" src=\"https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-105.012-66-value-300x152.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"730\" height=\"370\" srcset=\"https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-105.012-66-value-300x152.png 300w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-105.012-66-value-1024x520.png 1024w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-105.012-66-value-768x390.png 768w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-105.012-66-value-1536x780.png 1536w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-105.012-66-value-2048x1040.png 2048w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-105.012-66-value-1280x650.png 1280w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-105.012-66-value-600x305.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 730px) 100vw, 730px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Reference 105.012 is the exact watch worn by Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin during their first steps on the Moon.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The chart shows a very long period of consolidation around the \u20ac3,000\u2013\u20ac4,000 mark until 2015\u20132016, followed by a spectacular rise in value once the market realised the rarity of Caliber 321 models in good condition. \u00a0Now stabilised at around <strong>\u20ac10,000\u2013\u20ac12,000<\/strong>, demand for this iconic model continues to grow.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Note the resilience of these price trends : despite the overall corrections in the watch market following 2022, iconic 321-caliber models have maintained high price levels. \u00a0This is mainly due to the rarity of Speedmaster 321s, particularly when they are in very good original condition.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Its successor (ref. <strong>145.012<\/strong>), also fitted with the caliber 321, follows the same trend but remains slightly more affordable than the 105.012. \u00a0Expect to pay between <strong>\u20ac9,000 and \u20ac11,000<\/strong> for a fine example. \u00a0It is therefore the ideal choice if you\u2019re looking to treat yourself to a Speedmaster 321 for under the symbolic \u20ac10,000 mark.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-14109\" src=\"https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-145.012-1-300x240.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"730\" height=\"584\" srcset=\"https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-145.012-1-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-145.012-1-1024x819.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-145.012-1-768x614.jpg 768w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-145.012-1-1536x1229.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-145.012-1-2048x1639.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-145.012-1-1280x1024.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-145.012-1-600x480.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 730px) 100vw, 730px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">It is worth noting that a model fitted with its <strong>original steel bracelet<\/strong> (ref. 1506 or 1039) is generally valued at between <strong>\u20ac1,500 and \u20ac2,500<\/strong> more than a version on a leather strap.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>The Speedmaster 105.003 (\u00ab Ed White \u00bb)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">1964\u20131969, straight lugs, caliber 321.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-14101\" src=\"https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-105.003-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"730\" height=\"730\" srcset=\"https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-105.003-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-105.003-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-105.003-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-105.003-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-105.003-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-105.003-2048x2048.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-105.003-1280x1280.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-105.003-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-105.003-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 730px) 100vw, 730px\" \/>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-14099\" src=\"https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-105.003-value-300x154.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"731\" height=\"375\" srcset=\"https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-105.003-value-300x154.png 300w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-105.003-value-1024x526.png 1024w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-105.003-value-768x394.png 768w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-105.003-value-1536x789.png 1536w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-105.003-value-2048x1052.png 2048w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-105.003-value-1280x657.png 1280w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-105.003-value-600x308.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 731px) 100vw, 731px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Worn by Ed White during the first American spacewalk in 1965, the 105.003 is the last model with straight lugs and no crown guard. \u00a0The graph shows a trend similar to that of the 105.012 : a sharp rise from 2015 to 2017, quadrupling in value compared with 2009 to reach an average price of between <strong>\u20ac11,000 and \u20ac14,000<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>The Speedmaster CK 2998 <\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">1959\u20131963, \u00ab Alpha \u00bb hands, caliber 321, a highly sought-after collector\u2019s item (\u20ac20,000 and over).<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-14123\" src=\"https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-ck-2998-300x240.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"730\" height=\"584\" srcset=\"https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-ck-2998-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-ck-2998-1024x819.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-ck-2998-768x614.jpg 768w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-ck-2998-1536x1229.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-ck-2998-2048x1638.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-ck-2998-1280x1024.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-ck-2998-600x480.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 730px) 100vw, 730px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Analysing the 2998 model as a whole is more complicated, as there are significant variations in value depending on the production period and condition. \u00a0For example, a 2998-1 or -2 with its original \u00ab base 1000 \u00bb bezel will fetch between <strong>\u20ac25,000 and \u20ac50,000<\/strong>, whilst a later 2998 will sell for around <strong>\u20ac20,000<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Below are two charts illustrating the 2998-1 (first generation) and the 2998-6 (latest generation).<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-14113\" src=\"https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-2998-1-value-300x154.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"731\" height=\"375\" srcset=\"https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-2998-1-value-300x154.png 300w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-2998-1-value-1024x526.png 1024w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-2998-1-value-768x395.png 768w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-2998-1-value-1536x790.png 1536w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-2998-1-value-2048x1053.png 2048w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-2998-1-value-1280x658.png 1280w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-2998-1-value-600x308.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 731px) 100vw, 731px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-14131\" src=\"https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-2998-6-value-300x154.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"731\" height=\"375\" srcset=\"https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-2998-6-value-300x154.png 300w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-2998-6-value-1024x527.png 1024w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-2998-6-value-768x395.png 768w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-2998-6-value-1536x790.png 1536w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-2998-6-value-2048x1054.png 2048w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-2998-6-value-1280x658.png 1280w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-2998-6-value-600x309.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 731px) 100vw, 731px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Prices for the most common 2998 models (from the 2998-3 onwards) are relatively stable, ranging from <strong>\u20ac17,000 to \u20ac25,000<\/strong>. \u00a0This demonstrates the maturity of the market : exceptional pieces such as the CK 2998 still represent excellent buying opportunities for a long-term investment.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Why does the Speedmaster increase in value over time ?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">There are several underlying factors behind this steady rise :<\/p>\n<ol style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><strong>A physically limited supply<\/strong> : Vintage Speedmasters (and the 321 models in particular) are becoming increasingly rare. \u00a0It is also worth noting that most of the finest examples are carefully preserved in private collections and rarely appear on the market.<\/li>\n<li><strong>The steady rise in prices for new watches\u00a0<\/strong>: Omega regularly revises the retail price of the modern Speedmaster Moonwatch (now over \u20ac8,000). \u00a0This increase naturally drives up prices in the second-hand and vintage markets.<\/li>\n<li><strong>The patina effect<\/strong> : Collectors particularly appreciate the golden patina of tritium, which cannot be reproduced artificially.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-14133\" src=\"https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-vintage-tritium-300x240.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"733\" height=\"586\" srcset=\"https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-vintage-tritium-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-vintage-tritium-1024x819.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-vintage-tritium-768x614.jpg 768w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-vintage-tritium-1536x1229.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-vintage-tritium-2048x1638.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-vintage-tritium-1280x1024.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Omega-speedmaster-vintage-tritium-600x480.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 733px) 100vw, 733px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">In conclusion: Which Speedmaster should you choose today ?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Whether you\u2019re looking for your first collector\u2019s watch or want to diversify your watch investments whilst treating yourself :<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><strong>Budget &lt;\u00a0\u20ac5,000<\/strong> : Look out for reference <strong>3590.50<\/strong> or <strong>145.022<\/strong> from the 1980s and 1990s : beautiful watches, steeped in history, with very healthy potential for appreciation.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Budget between \u20ac5,000 and \u20ac9,000<\/strong> : A <strong>first-generation 145.022<\/strong> (-68 or -69) is an excellent choice, thanks to its \u00ab step \u00bb\u00a0dial which gives it a similar look to the 321 models.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Budget &gt; \u20ac9,000<\/strong> : Look for 321-caliber models such as the <strong>105.012, 145.012<\/strong> or <strong>105.003<\/strong>, true heritage icons of Swiss watchmaking.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">At <strong>Brussels Vintage Watches<\/strong>, we carefully select each watch to ensure its authenticity, its original condition and its appeal to collectors. \u00a0Please do not hesitate to contact us if you are looking for a high-quality timepiece.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In the world of collectible watches, few models inspire as much passion as the Omega Speedmaster Professional. Nicknamed the \u00ab Moonwatch \u00bb\u00a0after being certified by NASA for all manned space missions and worn on the Moon in 1969, it has established itself as an absolute icon. Beyond its legendary status and timeless design, one question regularly arises amongst collectors : [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[87],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/14219"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=14219"}],"version-history":[{"count":6,"href":"https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/14219\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":14230,"href":"https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/14219\/revisions\/14230"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=14219"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=14219"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/brusselsvintagewatches.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=14219"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}