History and Significance
This Speedmaster belongs to one of Omega’s most playful and concept-driven modern Speedmaster releases, the “Moon to Mars” edition. Introduced as a limited production run, the watch reinterprets the classic Speedmaster Professional by replacing the traditional monochrome subdials with vivid planetary imagery representing Earth and Mars. While unmistakably modern in execution, it remains mechanically and dimensionally faithful to the Speedmaster that has defined Omega’s chronograph identity since the 1960s.
At its core, this watch is still a Moonwatch. It uses the hand-wound calibre 1861 architecture, a direct descendant of the movement that powered NASA-qualified Speedmasters worn during Apollo missions. The familiar 42mm asymmetrical case, black tachymeter bezel, hesalite crystal, and manually wound chronograph layout are all present, ensuring continuity with the historic Speedmaster Professional lineage.
What sets this reference apart is its dial. The Earth and Mars subdials introduce color and texture without compromising legibility or balance. The execution is precise and deliberate rather than novelty driven, and the result is a Speedmaster that remains serious in construction while offering a distinct visual identity. For collectors, this reference represents a modern Omega experiment done correctly, grounded in genuine Speedmaster DNA rather than superficial design changes.
Writer’s Thoughts
This is one of the few modern Speedmasters that feels both fun and legitimately collectible. It wears exactly like a traditional Moonwatch, but the dial gives it personality without crossing into gimmick territory. For someone who already owns a standard Speedmaster, this is a compelling alternative that still feels correct on the wrist.
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