Omega Speedmaster “Italian L.E.” MK1

The Omega Speedmaster “Italian Limited Edition" MkI Ref. 145.0022 is one of those editions that transcends the concept of a simple limited run. Produced in only 500 pieces exclusively for the Italian market, this Black & Gold configuration embodies a very specific aesthetic vision: bold, warm, unmistakably Mediterranean.

Serial 48.xxx.xxx, numbered 3xx/500 (MK1 specimen), it belongs to a niche within the Speedmaster universe that seasoned collectors immediately recognize. The classical 42mm asymmetrical case with twisted lugs preserves the professional DNA of the model, while the 18kt yellow gold bezel, gold pushers and crown elevate it into a more refined and assertive dimension.

The black dial with gold sub-registers creates a striking chromatic contrast — technical yet elegant — maintaining perfect legibility while delivering strong wrist presence. Inside beats the hand-wound calibre 861, the same mechanical architecture that defined generations of Speedmaster production, appreciated for its reliability and historical continuity.

Fitted on a racing honey cowhide strap with original buckle, the watch balances sport character and collectible appeal. This is not simply a variation: it is a numbered, market-specific execution that reflects a precise moment in Omega’s history and in the Italian collector scene.