It is limited to a run of 3,557 pieces and was released in celebration of the Speedmaster's 60th anniversary. Chronograph 42 … Temperature Pressure Chamber â Pressure maximum of 1.47 x 10exp-5 psi (10exp-6 atm) with temperature raised to 160°F (71°C). The Speedmaster is easily one of Omegaâs most iconic timepieces, which has led to it becoming an entire collection of watches, comprising numerous different editions. The classic Speedmaster is easily among the most famous Omega watches in existence; however, the Speedmaster is also a diverse collection of Omega chronograph watches. At the time of the Speedmasterâs inception, manufacturers of chronographs like such were less so concerned with conforming to industry trends or captivating the eyes of those in search of flashy timepieces, and more so focused on creating watches that served their purpose effectively. Acoustic Noise â 130dB over a frequency range from 40 to 10,000 HZ, for a duration of 30 minutes. 105.012 as he stepped onto the lunar surface, immortalizing the Omega Speedmaster and instantly earning the watch its âMoonwatchâ nickname. These cookies allow us to deliver tailor-made advertisements to you on third party websites based on your interests in our products and services manifested during your visit on our Website. Whether yo go for the Speedmaster Pro Moonwatch or the Speedmaster â57, these two modern Omega chronograph watches both pay tribute to important models in the brandâs archives. Omega first released a skeletonized version of the Speedy in 1992, but this time the movement has been darkened giving it a more menacing appearance. and can be seen in the opening sequence of this movie. The entire watch is produced in black zirconium oxide ceramic, with contrasting yellow varnished chronograph hands and a tachymeter scale and crown filled with Super-LumiNova. 145.022 was introduced, bringing with it the cam-actuated Cal. Copyright Bob's Watches. The first watch to be equipped with the Omega Calibre 321 was introduced in July 2019, and it wasn’t what Speedy enthusiasts really envisioned.Indeed, Omega placed it in a nice, very well executed, modern-shaped platinum Speedmaster with a black polished onyx dial and meteorite sub-dials. To find the size between the lugs of your watch in millimetres, you can either measure it with a ruler (as seen in the illustration) or find this information in the technical data section of your watchâs online product page. The choice of movement also means a dial redesign to include only two sub-dials at 3 and 9 and a date window at 6 oâclock. These specs apply to the regular-production models and not the special limited-edition versions. Co‑Axial Master Chronometer Chronograph 42 mm, Co‑Axial Master Chronometer Chronograph 42 MM, Co‑Axial Chronometer Chronograph 42.4 x 46.2 mm, Co‑Axial Chronometer Chronograph 44.25 mm, Co‑Axial Master Chronometer Chronograph 44.25 mm, Co‑Axial Master Chronometer Moonphase Chronograph 44.25 mm, Co‑Axial Chronometer Chronograph 44,25 mm, Scan the QR code and connect with OMEGA_Official on Wechat. With that in mind, the argument for buying a new Omega Speedmaster is that you will be the first person to wear the watch. 310.32.42.50.01.001) and Euro 6,300 with a fully-brushed stainless steel bracelet (ref. Omega's space adventures were not over after the first Moon landings. The ref. All information is anonymous. For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on Javascript in your browser. However, unlike the original 1957 Speedmaster, the contemporary Omega Speedmaster â57 features larger cases measuring 41.5mm cases and automatic Co-Axial movements. However, it now sports a painted Omega logo on the dial instead of the applied logo seen on its predecessors. â 311.63.44.51.06.001 / Leather Bracelet âSedna Blackâ Now Omega has updated this classic with a new, Master Chronometer-certified movement for 2021. But now, after careful research and reconstruction, the Caliber 321 movement is back in regular production, and Omega selected the brand new platinum Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch 321 to debut it. 2. While the current Speedmaster sports a 42mm case, the âReducedâ opts for a smaller 39mm case. The original model was reimagined in 2018 as the Omega Speedmaster Speedy Tuesday 2 âUltramanâ ref. 3578.51.00 was the first to display the beloved cartoon dog somewhere on the dial. NASA astronaut Wally Schirra famously wore his personal Omega Speedmaster during his Mercury mission in 1962. With a 42mm case, Hesalite crystal, and cal. 145.014 “Black Dial” Circa 1970 $ 2,500 Today, the traditional Speedmaster Moonwatch collection includes either a domed Hesalite or box-shaped sapphire crystal. The nickname stems from the fact that this was the same model that was worn by astronaut Wally Schirra during his historic space flight and the modern edition is officially known as the âFirst Omega in Spaceâ within the brandâs current catalog. Your server might also be unable to connect to Instagram at this time. The inaugural ref. Astronauts Frank Borman, James Lovell, and William Anders were the first humans to see the dark side of the Moon with their own eyes and the first to see Earth as a whole planet, among other feats; it would be another year before Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin would actually land on the Moon during Apollo 11. 311.30.40.30.01.001, complete with the modern version of the revived Caliber 321. The 2019 Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch 321 Platinum. When it comes to chronograph watches, the Omega Speedmaster is easily one of the most famous. Regardless of the specific model you choose, every watch from the Omega Speedmaster collection is a high-end precision timepiece from a legendary manufacturer that offers a history and heritage that few brands can match. It will be in unworn condition, your name will be on the papers, and it will come with its full factory warranty. The modern Speedmaster collection expands from there to include a variety of high-tech automatic movements that offer all of Omegaâs latest and greatest technologies and deliver exceptional performance. It retails for $14,100 and is available second hand for around $12,000. To start comparing, browse the collection of OMEGA watches. JavaScript seems to be disabled in your browser. The model that made history on the Moon was powered by the Caliber 321, a hand-wound integrated column-wheel chronograph movement. The beloved Cal. Today, Omega updates its most iconic watch, a model that has been practically untouched since the late 1960s, with the current reference dating back to 1997. The reference 145.022 was the first Speedmaster to include the inscription âThe First Watch on the Moonâ on the case-back and it marks a significant turning point in the history of the collection. It was introduced in 1996, as a successor of the more beautiful reference 1479 bracelet. â 311.98.44.51.51.001 / Leather Bracelet & Diamond Bezel. Another notable model is the Grey Side of the Moon, which was launched in 2016 with a meteorite dial. 1900 QUAIL ST Omega did add an additional gasket or seal, to make it a perfect fit, though. Priced at $9,750 apiece, itâs an evolution of the first black ceramic Dark Side of the Moon Speedmaster that Omega launched in 2013, which has become popular with collectors if not as beloved of Moon Watch purists. 176.002) that Omega employed its very first automatic movement in a Speedmaster model, despite the fact that the official NASA-certified model featured a manual-wind movement. However, despite these advanced new calibers, many purists believe that a true Omega Moonwatch is powered by a manual-wind movement, like the models that first went to space. 9. On July 20, 1969, Neil Armstrong became the first person to step onto the lunar surface, quickly followed by Buzz Aldrin â Michael Collins flew the Command Module Columbia alone in lunar orbit while his two crew members were on the lunar surface. The average acceleration per impulse must be at least 8.8g. Itâs even common to see multiple iterations within a single reference number once you get outside the classic Moonwatch sub-collection. Letâs take a closer look at the Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch 321 Platinum introduced to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 lunar landing. 1861 is a cam-actuated integrated chronograph movement, and the current evolution of its predecessor, the Caliber 861. The 18K orange gold model is powered by the OMEGA Co-Axial calibre 9301 with an 18K red gold balance bridge and a special luxury finish. Not only is this a Speedmaster in platinum, but it also comes equipped with the legendary Caliber 321 movement. It needed to be there for them if they had a problem.â. When Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, and Michael Collins blasted off from Kennedy Space Center in 1969 to begin their journey to land the first humans on the Moon, the three astronauts were equipped with NASA-issued Omega Speedmaster Professional chronographs. The Caliber 1861 replaced the copper-plated components with rhodium-plated parts and is still used to power the NASA-certified versions of the Speedmaster that Omega produced today. The massive success of the Omega Speedmaster in the 1960s was followed by the âMark Seriesâ Speedmaster watches, which were produced through editions Mark II to Mark V. The collection is distinguished mainly by unusually shaped cased with integrated lugs and a flat crystal. A colored button indicates if the cookies are active (red), or inactive (grey). It was also the first Speedmaster powered by the Caliber 861 manual movement. If you know where to shop and what to look for within the collection, the Omega Speedmaster offers incredible investment opportunities. The black perforated leather strap also contains a section of yellow rubber through its middle continuing the black and yellow highlight scheme. The case is 44.25mm in diameter and offers water-resistance up to 50 meters. Powering the watch is a modern Caliber 9300 automatic movement, which made its debut during Baselworld 2011. Below are some of the most common Speedmaster nicknames that you are likely to encounter. Error: API requests are being delayed for this account. John L. âJackâ Swigert used his Speedmaster to time a 14-second fuel burn maneuver that was essential to getting the crew safely back to Earth. All watches are meticulously inspected and authenticated by experts. The Mark II Speedmaster is easily the most famous model from the series and it is very reminiscent of the 1970s with its barrel-shaped case. Vintage Speedmaster is the brainchild of Darren, a 42-year-old watch collector and enthusiast, based in Harrogate, Yorkshire in the United Kingdom. The most affordable vintage Omega Speedmaster watches are references 145.012 and 145.022. The casebook is engraved with the words âWEâLL SEE YOU ON THE OTHER SIDEâ, spoken by Command Module Pilot Jim Lovell on board during Apollo 8 as the spacecraft was about to lose radio contact with ground control as they began to orbit the dark side of the Moon. The classic OMEGA Speedmaster Professional Moonwatch shelters the 1861 behind a screw-down caseback. 321 movements. The OMEGA team is available from 8am to 6pm EST, Monday to Friday. The dial-side is a light shade to represent the view of the moonâs surface from Earth, while the back of the watch shows the dark side that is only visible from space. Omega paid homage to Schirraâs watch 50 years later with a numbered edition ref. The broad arrow hands present among the ref. 1140 is an ETA 2890-A2 base with a Dubois Depraz chronograph module sitting on top. The version from 2017 is perhaps the most highly coveted. Create a My OMEGA account to benefit from our exclusive services and keep up to date with our latest publications. The first Omega Speedmaster was introduced was the ref. By Bill Prince 9 January 2020. 311.30.42.30.01.005 is every bit a modern Moonwatch; however, it still sticks closely to the overall look and feel of the models that first went to the moon. Omega has crafted numerous homages to the original Speedmaster. What sets it apart and makes it so collectible is the charming Snoopy astronaut on the sub-dial at 9 oâclock. Without a doubt, one of Omega's leading models is the Speedmaster Professional Moonwatch .First presented in 1957, this chronograph does its name justice. Enthusiasts of the brand will appreciate the use of a manual-wind Caliber 1861 movement and Hesalite crystal â just like the original flight-certified models. However, the ref. Decompression â 90 minutes in a vacuum of 1.47 x 10E-5 psi (10 E-6 atm) at a temperature of 160° F (71° C), and 30 minutes at a 200° F (93°C). Phone: 18007666342 1-800-766-6342. 105.012, which first arrived during the 1960s.