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Case #443 โ Omega Speedmaster Date Black Ref. 3513.50.00
Status: Active Investigation
Condition: Good Pre-Owned
Scope: Watch Only
Year: Unknown
The Omega Speedmaster Date Ref. 3513.50.00 is a compact, highly wearable automatic chronograph that brings the Speedmaster look into a more everyday-friendly format. With its black dial, date display, and steel bracelet, it delivers the familiar Speedmaster character in a size that wears especially well for someone who wants a chronograph without the larger feel of many modern sports watches.
What makes this reference especially appealing is its balance. It still feels sporty and recognizably Speedmaster, but the case size and overall proportions make it easier to wear daily than many bigger chronograph options. The black dial keeps the watch versatile, while the date complication adds a little extra practicality.
This example is presented in good pre-owned condition. Overall, it shows honest wear consistent with use. It is offered as watch only and is currently sized to fit approximately a 6.5โ6.75 inch wrist.
Reference: 3513.50.00
Model: Omega Speedmaster Date Black
Case: Stainless Steel
Case Size: 39 mm
Bezel: Tachymeter Bezel
Crystal: Sapphire
Dial: Black
Movement: Automatic Chronograph
Bracelet: Stainless Steel Bracelet
Bracelet Fit: Approximately 6.5โ6.75" wrist
Water Resistance: 50 m
Year: Unknown
Accessories: Watch Only
Condition Notes: Good pre-owned condition overall, with honest wear consistent with use.
The Speedmaster Date line occupies an appealing place within the broader Speedmaster family because it offers the look and feel of an Omega chronograph in a more compact automatic format. It keeps the sporty identity intact, but with proportions that make it especially practical for everyday wear.
That matters because this reference is not trying to compete with the larger, more iconic Moonwatch branch directly. Instead, it offers a different kind of appeal โ one built around versatility, comfort, and a strong black-dial chronograph layout that still feels distinctly Omega.
The appeal here is rooted in wearability, practicality, and broad everyday usefulness. The 39mm case gives the watch a size that works especially well for buyers who want a true chronograph without the bulk of many modern alternatives. The black dial also keeps the watch easy to wear across a wide range of settings.
Even as a watch-only example, the strength of the reference carries the piece well. For a buyer looking for a compact Omega chronograph with real daily-wear appeal, this is a compelling example.
Recovered as an Omega Speedmaster Date Black Ref. 3513.50.00. Watch only. Good pre-owned condition overall. Sized to approximately a 6.5โ6.75 inch wrist.
Case #443 delivers a clean, compact Omega chronograph with the kind of everyday wearability that makes the Speedmaster Date line so appealing. With its black dial, practical date display, and approachable proportions, this is a very attractive example of the Speedmaster Date.
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