Download and print the omega coloring book for free. Its a watch podcast, not a podcast about watches, said greyson. Diving into the world of the speedmaster is to meet fanaticism on an epic level. The omega story the omega watch story begins in 1848, when founder louis brandt began hand. Nasa chose the speedmaster, after rigorous torture tests of several different watches, to be the standard issue watch for all astronauts in both the gemini and apollo space missions. Omega speedmaster moonwatch professional moonphase. It has been to the moon and back and been instrumental in. The omega speedmaster moonwatch professional moonphase aventurine ref. So, this seems to be the best place to ask this relatively simple question, but here goes. Opposed to what most people think, this is not a natural stone dial but an aventurine glass dial natural aventurine is commonly dark green in color. It remains one of the most famous chronographs in the world and is still used by nasa for their manned space missions. Apr 20, 2016 omega speedmasters are considered one of the most collectible timepieces in the world. Using technology developed in the early 1920s, omega designed the speedmaster in honor of the glory days using an engine they first started to explore in 1946 after it was created by albert piguet. It is simply elegant, bold and striking, handsome and classy.
Instead, it was introduced in 1957 as a sport and racing chronograph following on from the early chronographs of the 1920s and 1930s, including the omega 28. Join me as we forever take this love for watches positively onwards and. Longines wittnauer had a crystal blowout during both the high and low pressure tests. See all the watches and enjoy a legacy of horological quality and innovation. Omega speedmaster all prices for omega speedmaster watches. Omega adds three gemstoneenhanced watches to the speedmaster moonphase family alongside the new omega speedmaster apollo 11 limited edition in stainless steel and the updated omega seamaster 300m chronograph that we covered on friday, omega has also released three new versions of the speedmaster moonphase that offer a decidedly luxurious take on. Omega releases a free downloadable coloring book two broke.
Speedmaster reduced versus speedmaster professional. Now, two broke watch snobs averages 35,000 plays per weekly. The speedmaster does everything so well, and no matter the case style, dial type, or production year, a speedmaster is an unbelievably satisfying watch. The speedmaster was a handsome watch, big for its day with a 39mm diameter. Omega speedmaster professional moonwatch all prices for.
The manual winding speedmaster professional or moonwatch is the bestknown and longestproduced. Discover a large selection of omega speedmaster racing watches on chrono24 the worldwide marketplace for luxury watches. New listing authentic 2x omega 20mm end link for 1479 812 bracelet speedmaster pro watch. What is exactly the difference between the regular moonwatch and this reduced version. Most fans associate this omega watch with the first moon landing in july 1969. Omega speedmaster professional moonwatch watches new. When i came across the watcho seamaster 300, i jumped all over it. Accredited by the nasa, the omega speedmaster has a prestige of being worn on the dual space missions of gemini and apollo space missions. So, in retrospect, i should have bought the seamaster 2254. Today, this beloved collection is composed of innumerable models.
While chronographs have been around since the late 1800s, omega first introduced this line of chronographs in 1957. The new omega speedmaster 321 and the end of the moonwatch. The omega speedmaster dark side of the moon pays homage to the original speedmasters that were used on the apollo space missions. At first, i believed this to be merely carefully cultured marketing by omega, a branding exercise. Instead, it aimed to be used by athletes and race car drivers for timing. Im about to pull the trigger on buying a speedmaster pro, hesalite but am wondering what you guys think on buying. This omega speedmaster professional moonwatch is also available in ceramic or gold.
The new omega speedmaster 321 and the end of the moonwatch as we know it. Although i am a collector of the speedmaster professional models that are. It went down in history as the first wristwatch on the moon. Finally, despite the watchsnob collector in me saying what i just said, i truly.
A s far as nasa was concerned, the race was well and truly on. Speedmaster moonwatch professional omega omega watches. The first certified speedmasters went to space on the wrists of gus grissom and john young on gemini. Omega speedmaster professional moonwatch, space race. Omega speedmaster moonwatch is there a better buy than the nasaqualified omega speedmaster professional. The omega speedmaster originally debuted in 1957, as a racing watch to compliment omegas standing as the official time keeper for the olympics. The omega speedmaster passes this trial with nary a look back. What makes the first omega in space such a distinctive speedmaster is the symmetry of the design. Omega speedmaster ck2998 nos limited edition blue counter 40mm. The omega speedmaster professional moonwatch has a 42mm diameter case.
They are arguably some of the finest made chronographs in the industry, and vintage speedmasters can often be found at relatively reasonable prices on websites like ebay making them an ideal entrylevel luxury watch. A watch needed to be selected from the trio, and fast. Oct 16, 20 as for the omega speedmaster professional, it is virtually unmatched in the horological world in its combination of history, continuity of production, and quality of construction. Download the free watchbox mobile app, available on ios and. I quite like the fois, but i think it serves better as a second than a first speedmaster. The omega speedmaster is one of the worlds most famous chronographs. Originally designed in 1957, the speedmaster wasnt initially intended for use in space exploration. For owners of the moon watch for all omega speedmaster owners, let us share pictures of our. The speedmaster was not originally designed for space exploration. Omega ships the moonwatch in a presentation box which contains a nato strap, a strap for astronauts you never know when. It wasnt another limited edition speedmaster, it was something as simple as some free printable coloring pages. Omega speedmaster is a line of chronograph wristwatches produced by omega sa. At the time, the speedmaster wasnt omegas best seller, but it filled a niche in the brands lineup.
Prices for vintage speedmasters if youre on the hunt for an original speedmaster professional from the time of the apollo missions, then you should keep an eye out for the reference numbers 105. Omega speedmaster professional moonwatch 42mm mens watch, model 311. The anecdote you are referring to has to do with the 1972 recertification of the speedmaster as a nasa flightqualified watch. Omega adds three gemstoneenhanced watches to the speedmaster moonphase family alongside the new omega speedmaster apollo 11 limited edition in stainless steel and the updated omega seamaster 300m chronograph that we covered on friday, omega has also released three new versions of the speedmaster moonphase that offer a decidedly luxurious take on the classic design. Finally, despite the watch snob collector in me saying what i just said, i truly believe that every manually wound speedmaster with any lemania chronograph caliber in it is a spectacular watch.
The omega speedmaster professional suffered only a timing. Omega watch discussions modern omega watches speedmaster pro page 1 of 2 1. The omega speedmaster professional moonwatch is a historical, significant piece of horology and nasa spacemoon exploration that you can wear on your wrist. Omega speedmaster is a line of chronograph wristwatches produced by the omega watch company. Since then, many different chronograph movements have been marketed under the speedmaster name. I know omega says it was the speedmaster, but i tend to think it was a rolex or maybe a seiko. While rolex has also spent time in space via their gmt model the speedmaster was the first watch on the moon and used to help time rocket burns. The straight lugs and thin bevel between the top and the sides are directly inspired by ck2998, and were a common feature of early premoon speedmasters, until omega decided to adopt asymmetrical twisted lugs after 1964 with the appearance of the speedmaster professional. Omega speedmaster professional moonwatch, space race page 2. The omega speedmaster professional moonwatch is a modern reissue of the omega 1861 calibre manualwinding chronograph movement that was worn on the moon by each of the apollo astronauts from the 11th mission onwards. Omega speedmaster professional chronograph moon watch 3573. Its crafted from a solid block of black zirconium ceramic zro2, and features the omega coaxial 9300 chronograph movement. Omega speedmaster all prices for omega speedmaster.
Rolexs daytona faltered during the humidity test and the high pressure test. The newfor2017 omega speedmaster racing master chronometer reference 329. Explore new omega speedmaster professional moonwatch on. Send the watch snob your questions at email protected or ask a. Prices for both models sit well above that of a new speedmaster professional. Get the details right here at two broke watch snobs. As for the omega speedmaster professional, it is virtually unmatched in the horological world in its combination of history, continuity of production, and quality. Welcome to the third installment of reference points, our series that takes an exhaustive look at some of the most important families of timepieces in history episode 1. Review of the omega speedmaster seamaster reference. The omega speedmaster professional was the first watch on the moon and therefore enjoys its iconic status as the moonwatch. Jul 25, 2017 i quite like the fois, but i think it serves better as a second than a first speedmaster. The omega speedmaster is one of the most famous and recognizable watches in the world. It is the watch originally chosen for the best of the best and put through all sorts of horological horrors. Thats one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind.
At the time, the speedmaster wasnt omegas best seller, but it. However, today the speedmaster is so much more than just the socalled moonwatch. For well over half a century, the omega speedmaster has witnessed events that have tested the limits of physical endurance and human courage, including the first manned moon landing in july 1969 and every lunar mission since that time. The first certified speedmasters went to space on the wrists of gus grissom and john young on gemini 3 in 1965. The watch snob takes on all your omega speedmaster questions. The omega speedmaster professional chronograph has a unique place in the history of space exploration as the only piece of equipment used in all of nasas. I have not worn my speedmaster since i bought my watchco seamaster 300. See more ideas about omega, omega speedmaster and vintage watches. Omega speedmaster professional public group facebook. Snob tell me your thoughts on the whole first watch on the moon debate. Since then, the term has been used to indicate models that are the direct descendants of that model and, really, whenever omega has felt like it.
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