Monthly Archives: November 2013

Video – OMEGA Speedmaster ’57

Source: Omega

Since it was launched some 56 years ago, the OMEGA Speedmaster has defined the classic chronograph. It is rugged and reliable and has a timeless design. And while it has been distinguished by its association with numerous missions in space, including all six lunar landings, it was born more than a decade before the first human beings set foot on the Moon. OMEGA introduces the Speedmaster ’57 OMEGA Co-Axial Chronograph, an innovative new member that salutes its legendary ancestor but which has been designed to experience new adventures of its very own.

Gratuitous Mitsukoshi Shot

Omega Speedmaster Professional 3570.50.00 / 3570.31.00

Omega Speedmaster Professional 3570.50.00 / 3570.31.00

Quick pic to start off the week: custom 3570.50.00 with Mitsukoshi dial 3570.31.00 on NATO strap by Dimer.

According to our data (mainly search results), the Mitsukoshi seems to be one of the most popular Speedmaster models of the moment. And no wonder – the Panda dial is a true joy to behold. In this iteration it’s even cleaner than the one found on the Apollo XI 35th Anniversary.

This particular example started its life as a standard 3570.50.00. Interested in starting a similar custom project? Get your classic Speedmaster at an Authorized Dealer!

Omega Speedmaster Professional Apollo XI BA 145.022

Omega Speedmaster Professional Apollo XI BA 145.022

Omega Speedmaster Professional Apollo XI BA 145.022

Today, our friend Toda from the Philippines emailed us these awesome pics of his Omega Speedmaster Professional Apollo XI BA 145.022. We wrote on this watch in our Handwound Chronicles [work in progress];

The Mark II was not the only interesting new model launched in 1969. The Speedmaster BA145.022, introduced in the same year, marked another first: it was the very first Speedmaster Professional to be available in 18 karat yellow gold. Some might also consider it the first Speedmaster to be made as a limited edition, as the first 28 examples were individually numbered and bore a inscription that differed from the retail version: to mark man’s conquest of space with time, through time, on time. In most, if not all cases said inscription was combined with a personal message to the recipient – all of them being VIPs. The total production number, including the first 28, is said to be no higher than 1.042 examples.  The inscription on the ‘regular’ models read the first watch worn on the moon in the center, surrounded by the circular omega speedmaster – apollo XI 1969 -.

On all models, the dial was made of solid gold – as indicated by the OM SWISS MADE OM signature at 6 o’clock. Both the applied indices as well as the hands where painted black for maximum contrast. Please note that the bezel inlay was burgundy – another first: a Speedmaster with a bezel in a different color. The movement, caliber 861L, was a deluxe version of caliber 861 – much like the later 863. A stainless steel version of this model was also available, but for this page we’ll stick to the highlights and firsts.

Toda indicated that he received this watch as a gift from his father – we couldn’t think of a nicer gift! A true piece of history, an icon and a BEAUTY – in capitals indeed.

Enjoy the pics and thanks for sharing Toda!

Omega Speedmaster Professional Apollo XI BA 145.022

Omega Speedmaster Professional Apollo XI BA 145.022

Omega Speedmaster Professional Apollo XI BA 145.022

Omega Speedmaster Professional Apollo XI BA 145.022

Omega Speedmaster Professional Apollo XI BA 145.022

Omega Speedmaster Professional Apollo XI BA 145.022

Omega Speedmaster Professional Apollo XI BA 145.022

Omega Speedmaster Professional Apollo XI BA 145.022

Omega Speedmaster Professional Apollo XI BA 145.022

Omega Speedmaster Professional Apollo XI BA 145.022

 

Omega Speedmaster 9300 ’57

Omega Speedmaster 9300 ’57 331.10.42.51.01.001

Omega Speedmaster 9300 ’57 331.10.42.51.01.001

It’s been a while since we last posted pictures of the stunning Omega Speedmaster 9300 ’57 331.10.42.51.01.001. This week we had the opportunity to shoot a few, so enjoy!

Soon we’ll post a short comparison of the ’57 and the Professional – with a strong focus on dimensions and heft… stay tuned.

Omega Speedmaster Professional 3570.50.00 - 9300 ’57 331.10.42.51.01.001

Omega Speedmaster Professional 3570.50.00 – 9300 ’57 331.10.42.51.01.001

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