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Speedy sapphire sandwich movement
Had to take a link out of the bracelet today, so took advantage of the access to the display back to shoot some movement pictures. I had forgotten how nicely done this movement really is... Of course, I admire it when putting on the watch, but it is a very different experience exploring it with the macro lens 
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Explore jimidnsr's unboxing of the Omega Speedmaster Canopus, a white gold Moonwatch. Discover collector insights on its heft and exclusive dial.
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Speedy sapphire sandwich movement
Had to take a link out of the bracelet today, so took advantage of the access to the display back to shoot some movement pictures. I had forgotten how nicely done this movement really is... Of course, I admire it when putting on the watch, but it is a ver...
hardly changed since the late 60's and still looking good
you cant beat a speedy, but i'm biased as are all contributors on this forum great pics, great watch. that just about says it all Graham
This is the reason I also got the sandwich...
but it's a bugger to photograph for the same reason you mention..!! Great pics so I hope you took more than one..? Yours, Andy.
Another view
The pic above was the best of about 10 or 12. With macro photography, sometimes it is difficult to really know what you have captured until you see it on the computer I plan on shooting some more macros after the watch stops. In the meantime, here's a pic...
Nicely photographed
unfortunately, my speedy has a delrin ( plastic ) brake because it has a closed non see through back. Cheers,dreamer