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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).

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.

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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Press Release – OMEGA Speedmaster Dark Side of the Moon

Omega Speedmaster 9300 Dark Side of the Moon 311.92.44.51.01.003

Omega Speedmaster 9300 Dark Side of the Moon 311.92.44.51.01.003

Emblematic of OMEGA’s bold style, forward-thinking innovation and adventurous spirit, the all-black OMEGA Speedmaster Dark Side of the Moon represents a sleek and sporty new addition to the popular collection.

November 11th 2013 – read more below the gallery

The black zirconium oxide ceramic dial, complemented by a matching ceramic 44.25 mm case with a brushed and polished ceramic casebody, features  striking 18K white gold applied indexes as well as two blackened sub-dials that distinguish the timepiece from its legendary predecessor, OMEGA’s “Moonwatch”.

These two sub-dials are made possible by the innovative placement of the 12-hour and 60-minute counters on the same sub-dial at the 3 o’clock position, allowing a comfortable and intuitive chronograph reading.

There is a small seconds sub-dial located at 9 o’clock and a date window at 6 o’clock. The hour and minute Moonwatch-style hands are fashioned from 18K white gold, as are the hands found on both sub-dials; the central chronograph hand is rhodium plated and features a red tip for increased visibility of recorded seconds. Super-LumiNova coats the two dots at 12 and the hour, minute and chronograph hands ensuring that the wearing can read the time in a variety of lighting conditions.

Protecting this prominent dial is a box-form scratch-resistant sapphire crystal with anti-reflective treatment on both sides.

The matt chromium nitride tachymeter scale – among the most identifiable design features of the Speedmaster – stands out on the polished ceramic bezel. The two polished ceramic chronograph control pushers on the case function totally independently – accordingly, there is no risk to the chronograph mechanism as a result of inadvertent manipulation.

This unique timepiece is presented on a highly durable black coated nylon fabric strap complete with a black ceramic buckle. The timepiece is water resistant to 5 bar (50 metres / 167 feet).

Powered by the incredibly advanced in-house movement, the OMEGA Co-Axial calibre 9300, and equipped with a Si14 silicon balance spring, this Speedmaster is offered with a full four-year warranty.



The dark side of the moon
Engraved on the polished ceramic caseback in matt chromium nitride, above the bevelled scratch-resistant sapphire crystal, are the words “DARK SIDE OF THE MOON” – an appropriate tribute to this Speedmaster’s heritage and its bold black design.

Building upon our past’s great legends
With a design that recalls the same watch that accompanied astronauts to the moon on all six lunar missions, this model is a welcome addition to the family and one that upholds the bold Speedmaster name. It is sure to find a strong following among Speedmaster fans and watch enthusiasts who want to combine the impressive legacy of a remarkable chronograph with the best series-produced mechanical watch movement in the world.

More information can be found here: http://www.omegawatches.com/darksideofthemoon