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Omega Speedmaster Professional ‘Moonwatch’, 1974

Name: Omega Speedmaster Professional ‘Moonwatch’, 1974
Brand: Omega
Price: 10085.58 USD
Availability: InStock

About the Item

Omega Speedmaster Professional ‘Moonwatch’ Made in Switzerland, 1974 Ref. 145.022 Speedmaster moon watch with an inscription on the rear case back NASA Flight Qualified for all Manned Space Missions, The first timepiece worn on the moon. Case Diameter: 42 mm Movement: Mechanical hand winding Case Material: Stainless steel Watchband Material: Stainless steel Dial colour: Black Display Type: Analogue Glass: Plexi Glass Year of Manufacture: 1974 Weight: 104 grams Condition: The watch is pre-owned, minor minor scratches and wear marks, good condition overall/ The Omega Speedmaster Professional is a wristwatch lauded for its exceptional performance and classic design. It was originally intended for use in motorsports, but its association with NASA's Apollo missions led to it being dubbed the "Moonwatch." In 1969, during the Apollo 11 mission, it was the first timepiece to be worn on the moon. The Speedmaster Professional has a 42mm stainless steel case, a black dial with three subdials, and a bezel with a tachymeter scale. Its manually wound chronograph movement has a 48-hour power reserve and 50-meter water resistance. The watch's design has undergone some modifications over the years, but its fundamental features have remained essentially unchanged. It has a distinctive appearance due to the contrast between the white hour markers, hands, and sub-dial circles on its black dial. The Speedmaster Professional's tachymeter bezel is also a unique feature, allowing the wearer to measure speed over a fixed distance, and make calculations for various other purposes such as fuel consumption. The Speedmaster Professional is powered by the Omega caliber 861. Numerous celebrities have donned the Omega Speedmaster Professional, including astronauts, actors, and performers. It has also appeared in several films, including the James Bond feature "Goldeneye" and the Neil Armstrong biopic "First Man." In addition to the classic stainless steel model, the Speedmaster Professional is also available in gold, titanium, and ceramic, among other materials and hues. In addition, there are several limited-edition models, including the Apollo 11 50th Anniversary edition and the Snoopy Award edition. The Omega Speedmaster Professional is an iconic timepiece that has had a significant impact on the watch industry. It has become a favourite among collectors and enthusiasts due to its extraordinary history and lasting appeal.

Creator:

Omega

Metal:

Stainless Steel

Weight:

104 g

Dimensions:

Diameter: 1.66 in (42 mm)

Place of Origin:

Switzerland

Period:

1970-1979

Date of Manufacture:

1974

Condition:

Wear consistent with age and use.

Seller Location:

Braintree, GB

Reference Number:

1stDibs: LU929318974742

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It’s a celebrated part of Omega lore that the brand’s Speedmaster Professional Chronograph was the first watch to make a lunar landing. But the universal love for vintage Omega watches isn't confined to astronomers, and there’s more to the company’s heritage than the story of the Moonwatch.

The house’s origins date to 1848, when Swiss watchmaker Louis Brandt first set up shop. His sons Louis-Paul and César took over after his death, and in 1894, the pair developed an intriguing new movement.

Not only was it highly accurate, but every part was replaceable, making it easy for any professional to service. The Brandts called their movement the Omega, and as its popularity spread, they changed their company’s name to that of its flagship product.

In 1917, the British Royal Flying Corps designated Omega as an official supplier, and during World War II it became the principal watch supplier for the British forces and their allies. These commissions further strengthened Omega’s commitment to ensuring its products’ reliability under extreme conditions. In 1948, it launched the versatile Seamaster. Developed as a dive watch, the Seamaster proved its durability at high altitudes and freezing temperatures, as well.

Thanks in part to its rugged reputation and Omega’s links to the British military, it became James Bond’s watch of choice in 1995, appearing in GoldenEye and every succeeding Bond movie; it is set to return in 2021’s No Time to Die. Nevertheless, the most famous Omega by far is the Speedmaster, introduced in 1957. The first chronograph to display its tachymeter scale on the bezel instead of the dial for easier readability, it was quickly adopted by engineers and scientists.

Worn by Buzz Aldrin during the 1969 Apollo 11 lunar mission, it’s the only watch certified by NASA for extravehicular activity (space walks) — and, as far as we know, the only one approved by the Russian space agency, too.

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