Breaking news: the Speedmaster Professional gets a new reference number, a new box (with goodies), an updated bracelet and a price increase.
The new box includes an Omega black NATO strap, a velcro strap resembling the one used by NASA, a loupe (with tachymeter!), a strap changing tool and a Speedmaster plate/ coin with the Seahorse logo. Also included are instructions for strap changes and a book detailing Speedmaster highlights.
It is quite a departure from the box that was used to date and very fitting for an icon such as the Speedmaster. The extra straps seem to indicate that Omega is listening to collectors – both are popular choices among Speedmaster-aficionado’s.
According to our information it will also be available separately – sans watch but including the other goodies. [We will update this post once we have confirmation of this.]
UPDATE:
- Moonwatch box has ref. 9410.63.14. Price is EUR 540 incl. VAT
- Bracelet on the new reference is the screwed 9300 type – no more folding pins
The new reference numbers are in line with the PIC system as explained here, in line with the other watches in the Omega collection and as explained here, are as follows:
Omega Speedmaster Professional Hesalite on bracelet:
- OLD reference Omega Speedmaster Professional 3570.50.00
- NEW reference Omega Speedmaster Professional 311.30.42.30.01.005
Omega Speedmaster Professional Hesalite on strap:
- OLD reference Omega Speedmaster Professional 3870.50.31
- NEW reference Omega Speedmaster Professional 311.33.42.30.01.001
Omega Speedmaster Professional Sapphire on bracelet:
- OLD reference Omega Speedmaster Professional 3573.50.00
- NEW reference Omega Speedmaster Professional 311.30.42.30.01.006
Omega Speedmaster Professional Sapphire on strap:
- OLD reference Omega Speedmaster Professional 3873.50.31
- NEW reference Omega Speedmaster Professional 311.30.42.30.01.002
Check out the prices at Authorized Dealer Ace Jewelers:
- Omega Speedmaster Professional 311.30.42.30.01.005 (HES / Br)
- Omega Speedmaster Professional 311.33.42.30.01.001 (HES / Str)
- Omega Speedmaster Professional 311.30.42.30.01.006 (SA / Br)
- Omega Speedmaster Professional 311.30.42.30.01.002 (SA / Str)
We invite you to share your thoughts in the comments below!
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If their Velcro strap is one that resembles one used by NASA, you should at least link to one of the many flown items, and not just another sonic-welded display versions used by Museums that themselves resembles one used by NASA. There are plenty to choose from
http://www.omegamuseum.com/sites/default/files/Bormanns%20Speedmaster_new.JPG
http://www.bonhams.com/auctions/17402/lot/242/
http://airandspace.si.edu/webimages/collections/full/A19771159000cp06.jpg
Hi David!
Thanks for your suggestion. I will update the article tomorrow 🙂 .
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Given a Omega Speedmaster professiona
my father but only know it that it’s very expensive and on the back it’s engraved Flight Qualified by Nasa for all manned space mission. Had the back open and i was amazed with all the numbers and jewels. If the watch discriped id a franken then they made me a Frankenstein cause im keeping it. Can you help with the authenticity of this watch?
Ramon, please send me an email via Dale @ SpeedyWatches and I’ll take a look!