Category Archives: Speedmaster Automatic

Omega Speedmaster Dark Side of the Moon

Omega Speedmaster Dark Side of the Moon 311.92.44.51.01.003

Omega Speedmaster Dark Side of the Moon 311.92.44.51.01.003

Last week we had the chance to spend a little time with the awesome Omega Speedmaster Dark Side of the Moon.

BaselWorld 2013, the first time we saw the ‘DSotM’, was over a year ago, but it seems that  the DSotM is popping up at Authorized Dealers only recently. For those of you that placed an order back in 2013 it must’ve been -or still is- quite the wait. But please trust us when we say this watch is worth your patience!

Is there anything left to say after our Dark Side of the Moon superpost? Let’s go over the basics one more time;

  • The Speedmaster Dark Side of the Moon has a case made of high-tech ceramics. But it doesn’t stop there: the crown, pushers, buckle & dial are all made of ceramics. A ceramic case is not that unusual these days, but the other bits give Omega  an edge over most of its competitors.
  • The indexes and hands are all 18k white gold. SuperLuminova ensures readability in low light situations.
  • It is powered by the highly regarded caliber 9300.
  • The strap is made of coated nylon. It is lined with leather on the inside for wearing comfort.
Omega Speedmaster Dark Side of the Moon 311.92.44.51.01.003

Omega Speedmaster Dark Side of the Moon 311.92.44.51.01.003

Interested? Contact our friends over at Ace Jewelers!

Press Release – BASELWORLD 2014 – Omega Speedmaster Mark II

Omega Speedmaster Mark II Co-Axial 327.10.43.50.06.001

Omega Speedmaster Mark II Co-Axial 327.10.43.50.06.001

1969 was a memorable year for humankind. For the first time, we broke our terrestrial bonds and set foot on another world – and the astronauts who took those first steps on the lunar surface were equipped with OMEGA Speedmaster Professional chronographs.

March 27th 2014 – read more below the gallery

The same year, OMEGA introduced the new-look Speedmaster Mark II, a timepiece with a streamlined case that was powered by the same space-tested, hand-wound calibre 1861 found inside the Moonwatch”.

In 2014 OMEGA has reintroduced this classic Speedmaster Mark II and updated it to include an automatic movement and tachymetric scale that is visible in the most limited light – a first in the iconic Speedmaster family.

The polished and brushed stainless steel case is barrel-shaped and has a polished crown and pushers. A date corrector is located at 10 o’clock on the case. The dial is complete with the three recognisable sub-dials: a 30-minute recorder at 3 o’clock, 12-hour recorder at 6 o’clock and small seconds sub-dial at 9 o’clock. A flat scratch-resistant sapphire crystal protects the matt black or grey dial.

The transparent tachymetric scale on the sapphire crystal is illuminated from beneath by an aluminium ring filled with Super-LumiNova. The varnished white and black hour and minute hands are coated with Super-LumiNova as is the central chronograph hand.
For OMEGA fans and Speedmaster fanatics who are looking for an iconic design with a bit of colour, the Speedmaster Mark II with the grey dial features a fluorescent orange central chronograph seconds hand and a matching minute track.

The case is fitted with a brushed stainless steel bracelet, complete with OMEGA’s patented extendable foldover rack-and-pusher clasp. The watch is presented with a tool that makes adjusting the date quick and easy.

Distinguishing the new Speedmaster Mark II from the 1969 watch that inspired it is the Co-Axial calibre 3330, a self-winding movement equipped with an Si14 silicon balance spring and a column-wheel chronograph mechanism.

The new OMEGA Speedmaster Mark II is water resistant to 10 bar (100 metres / 330 feet) and is delivered with a full four-year warranty.

Press Release: The Speedmaster 57 Omega Co-Axial Chronograph salutes its legendary ancestor

Omega Speedmaster 57 9300 331.20.42.51.01.002

Omega Speedmaster 57 9300 331.20.42.51.01.002

In fiery 18K red or yellow gold and smooth stainless steel, this timepiece is a stylish addition to an iconic collection.

December 22nd 2013 – read more below the gallery

At Baselworld 2013, OMEGA introduced a new timepiece that recalls the iconic design of its legendary predecessor. The Speedmaster ’57 has been designed to experience new adventures of its very own.

Inspired by the design of the first OMEGA Speedmaster from 1957, the Speedmaster ’57 has straight lugs extending from the watch case and the bracelet recalls that of the renowned chronograph. The 41.5 mm case blends 18K red gold with stainless steel, a timeless combination.

The black dial features two sub-dials instead of the three that are normally associated with the Speedmaster. This distinction is made possible by the placement of the 12-hour and 60-minute counters on the same sub-dial at 3 o’clock allowing a comfortable and intuitive chronograph reading. The second sub-dial at the 9 o’clock position keeps track of the passing seconds. The 18K gold bezel is easily recognisable with its familiar tachymeter scale.

Powered by the OMEGA Co-Axial calibre 9300 – the first of OMEGA’s exclusive Co-Axial calibres to incorporate a chronograph function – the Speedmaster ’57 combines a vintage look and a revolutionary movement. This incredible technology is visible through the sapphire crystal caseback.

The reliability of the OMEGA Co-Axial calibre 9300 is so outstanding that the Speedmaster ’57 is delivered with a full four-year warranty and it is water resistant to 10 bar (100 metres / 330 feet).