1970 Omega Speedmaster "NASA select second best?" Advertisement
1970 Omega Speedmaster "NASA select second best?" Advertisement
1970 Omega Speedmaster "NASA select second best?" Advertisement
1970 Omega Speedmaster "NASA select second best?" Advertisement
Page Dimensions
Approx. 8 3/8" x 11 1/2" (21cm x 29cm)
Story and Details
Omega Speedmaster advertisements have to be among the most-effective of all-time. And imagine how influential Omega's campaign was in the late 1960s and early 1970s, when I'd say the space program was in its heyday.
This ad, from 1970, is like the sun... it's at the center of a solar system of monumental Speedmaster ads. And like the sun, it's a bright spot. Brilliant in color and copy. The writing is genius, with the best lines embedded in the finer print paragraphs. Sentences like, "astronauts have worn Omegas watches on their wrists. Ordinary, everyday jewelry store Omega Speedmaster Chronographs. The kind anyone can buy." That simple message, that you could actually own the same equipment as an astronaut, was likely as powerful a pull to a jeweler as gravity is.
Given the love for the Speedmaster, it's obvious the wordsmith copywriters and master art directors were successful in their mission to create an effective ad for Omega. I think there can be a serious debate if this ad is the best Speedmaster ad ever... It certainly doesn't hurt that there's an incredible, oversized image of what could be a reference 105.012, 145.012 or 145.022-68, showing awesome detail, including lume that's the perfect tone of yellowish green, which Speedmaster collectors love to see.
Speaking of the people responsible for marketing Omega’s connection to NASA, this 1970 Omega watch advertisement was possibly created by LaRoche, McCaffrey & McCall, which is on record as the agency doing Omega’s advertising in the 1970s. They would have been hired by the Norman M. Morris Corporation, the sole distributor of Omega watches in the United States.
Condition
Condition
Pre-owned original magazine advertisement. Image shown is exactly the ad that you'll be receiving.
Framing
Framing
Framing is handcrafted in Chicago, IL, using acid-free materials for art preservation. The UV-protected, anti-reflective glass ensures optimal viewing. Frames are solid wood featuring a wire for easy hanging and felt pads for wall protection.
Shipping
Shipping
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Framing is custom. Please allow me up to 2 weeks to finish your framing project. Before I start, I’ll email you to confirm the design and provide an estimated completion and shipping date.
Returns
Returns
Returns are accepted for unframed ads, if they are in new condition as you received it, within 30 days of purchase.
As all of my ads are highly curated, individually custom framed, and personalized, all sales for framed ads are final.
Questions
Questions
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All advertisements and images are original – directly from magazines and other types of publications. These are vintage, pre-owned, original pages, so the paper quality and condition varies... I try to show accurate photos of the exact ad/image you'll be receiving.
framing
Framing is custom-designed and done by hand in Chicago, IL. Acid-free materials are used to preserve your art. Glass offers UV-protection and is anti-reflective for best viewing. Frames are solid wood with wire on back for easy hanging and felt pads to protect wall.
contact
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- NickVerified ReviewerReviewing1996 Omega Speedmaster MK40 w/ Schumacher AdvertisementI recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars1 week agoWhat a find, just wow!
I am so glad I found Ad Patina and had the pleasure of working with Nick. The level of attention and care Nick has for his customers is unfortunately rare in todays e-commerce experience. He truly brings his passion to what he does and it shines through. The selection of ads here is just incredible!
I was working on creating an ad wall in my home office and was delighted to find this specific ad. I personally have a connection with this ad (my first good watch was this exact model (3520.53.00)). I actually purchased it second hand from a Tourneau in the mid 00’s which makes the ad even more special (the ad I purchased was specifically a Tourneau advert).
Nick, thanks for helping me make my vision a reality and making it a special experience!
Was this helpful? - EmanuelVerified ReviewerReviewing1987 Ranger Rover "most beautiful vehicle..." Advertisement in Black Wood FrameI recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars2 weeks agoIncredible customer service & friendliness, make shoping ad Ad Patina a delight!
From the very first contact, Nick was super friendly and helpful, offering me to track down the ad that was currently out of stock. Within 2 weeks, he was successful and after a very uncomplicated payment process sent me the ad well packaged and it arrived in germany 2 days later. Well done! I will for sure be returning to this awesome site and ship again. You can feel Nicks love for what he does all the way! Thank you again!
Was this helpful? - MichaelVerified ReviewerReviewing1966 Rolex Submariner Ref. 5512 "Skate, the Shark, or the Nautilus..." AdvertisementI recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars4 weeks agoGreat guy, great products
I’ve purchase a few vintage watch ads from Nick of the years and it has always been an enjoyable experience. Nick is fantastic to deal with and his products are always top notch. Highly recommended to anyone looking for something special!
Was this helpful? - MattReviewing2013 Rolex "Why This Watch?" feat. Picasso AdvertisementI recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars4 weeks agoExcellent from start to finish
I’ve had the pleasure of being a customer of Ad Patina for 6 years, not quite since the start but I’d like to think Nick and I go a ways back now. He’s done several jobs for me and every single time he outdoes himself. It’s been incredible watching his business grow and look forward to many more years of patronage!
Was this helpful? - Tommy C.Verified ReviewerReviewing1968 Rolex Submariner "If you were looking for lost empires..." AdvertisementI recommend this productRated 5 out of 5 stars1 month agoA fantastic window to the Golden Age of advertising...
I purchased this from Ad Patina some years ago and it's hanging in my home office as a constant view into what many consider to be the Golden Age of advertising. It was a time when brands and ad agencies had big ideas and took bold swings at advertising that manifested into Rolex's famous "you'd wear a Rolex" print ad series and Porsche's bold print ads from the 1980's. As a marketer, these are professional goodness.
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