OMEGA – Speedmaster "First OMEGA in Space" Limited Edition
Commemorating a historic moment for the brand with a classically inspired chronograph.
The Speedmaster "First OMEGA in Space" Limited Edition timepiece pays tribute the “Sigma 7” mission in 1962 of the Mercury program, in which astronaut Walter "Wally" Schirra wore his own personal Speedmaster wristwatch that became the first Omega watch to conquer the space. This historical moment marked the start of a long history of space exploration for OMEGA’s now-iconic Speedmaster Chronograph. Fuelled by this achievement, almost two and half years later, the Speedmaster Chronograph was declared as officially certified watch for all manned missions.
This year, Omega unveils the Speedmaster "First OMEGA in Space”, a commemorative edition dressed in an updated 18K Sedna™ gold case based on the original “pre-professional” Speedmaster, with symmetric lugs and a 1962 Seahorse medallion on the caseback.
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This elegant timepiece features a unique brown polished ceramic bezel ring and a matt chromium nitride tachymeter scale. This rich brown colour is also included on the PVD subdials and minutes track, which encircles a central opaline silvery dial. Along with the applied indexes, the hands are all made of 18K Sedna™ gold and contain a mix of "Alpha" and "Baton" designs.
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The caseback features special engravings including "THE FIRST OMEGA IN SPACE", "OCTOBER 3, 1962" and "NUMBERED EDITION No."
Inside beats, the OMEGA calibre 1861, the same movement used in the famous “Moonwatch”.
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At a time when humans were first going beyond
our Earth, it’s remarkable to think that OMEGA was part of the journey.
For that reason, this particular Speedmaster has been designed to be
special in its own right. Those who wear it on their wrist are not only
reminded of the brand’s momentous milestone, but also of the beautiful
Speedmaster design that has long stood the test of time.
More information about OMEGA and Space here.
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Technical Specifications
Reference: 311.63.40.30.02.001
MOVEMENT
Caliber: Omega 1861
Famous manual-winding chronograph movement that was worn on the Moon.
Rhodium-plated finish.
Power reserve: 48 hoursFEATURES
Chronograph
Numbered edition
Small seconds
Tachymeter
TECHNICAL DATA
Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal with anti-reflective treatment inside
Case: 18K Sedna™ gold
Dial: Silver
Water resistance: 5 bar (50 metres / 167 feet)
Size: Case Diameter: 39.7 mm
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