The First Watch Worn on the Moon
The First Watch Worn on the Moon
Discover the legendary Speedmaster collection, Omega’s esteemed line of luxury, Swiss‑made watches. With a rich heritage in space exploration, the Speedmaster boasts unparalleled precision and style, with diverse models that each offer distinct features and designs. Unravel the captivating history behind these iconic timepieces and find your perfect Speedmaster watch- a famous mark of true horological excellence.
The watch features an asymmetrical 42 mm case in stainless steel – and is built in the classic 4th generation style that was worn by Apollo 11 astronauts during history’s first moon landing. Choose it with hesalite glass with an embossed Seahorse caseback, or the model with sapphire-crystal glass on both sides.
As well as featuring its three subdials, the black step dial includes a domed minute and seconds chronograph hands, as well as an adjusted minute track for the new movements frequency
The infamous dot over 90 (DON) and a dot diagonal to 70 are included on the anodised aluminium bazel ring
It took 4 years to produce a calibre that could achieve Master Chronometer certification, while also matching the dimensions of the previous Moonwatch movement - the 1861. The new calibre has done exactly that, while improving the power reserve, chronometric performance and magnetic resistance.
