Alaska Project Patent

On June 13, 1972, Omega filed a patent for a rather special watch that would later be known as the ‘Alaska Project’. More precise, it was an outer casing meant to be fitted over a regular Speedmaster Professional, thus enhancing its protection against the elements.

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However, it is said that while Omega’s attempts where admirable, NASA actually didn’t feel the need for a watch more sturdy than the good old Speedy Pro. As such, the project was abandoned. Aside from a few prototypes, it was never heard of again – until the release of the 2008 Speedmaster Professional Alaska Project reference 311.32.42.30.04.001.

Below you’ll find a few of our pics of various Speedmaster Alaska Project watches.

Omega Speedmaster Alaska Project Prototype

Omega Speedmaster Alaska Project Prototype

Omega Speedmaster Alaska Project Prototype

Omega Speedmaster Alaska Project Prototype

Omega Speedmaster Professional Alaska Project 311.32.42.30.04.001

Omega Speedmaster Alaska Project Prototype

Omega Speedmaster Alaska Project Prototype