Already renowned as the most iconic chronograph on Earth, the Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch is launched in its newest edition, this time with a lacquered white dial inspired by space exploration and the collection’s own famous heritage under reference 310.30.42.50.04.001. This captivating new model has been hotly anticipated by Moonwatch fans since November 2023, when the very first edition was spotted on the wrist of Omega brand ambassador, Daniel Craig, at the Planet Omega Exhibition in New York. Now, the design is finally and officially revealed, and will be available for public sale.
The watch’s most distinctive feature is its rare white dial. When the original Speedmaster was first created in 1957, one of the main goals of the designers was to produce an easy-to-read display with superb legibility. Hence, the white hands and indexes on a black dial. On this new version, the opposite colorway has the same result. Not only has Omega produced this new dial in white with black detailing and new applied indexes, but the designers have also added a stand-out Speedmaster name in red, and given the entire surface a glossy lacquered finish – the first time this technique has ever been used on the Moonwatch’s step dial.
Why white? The primary inspiration for this new look is the white and black colors of astronaut spacesuits – especially those used during extravehicular activity —EVA—, such as spacewalks. An authentic connection after all, as the Speedmaster Moonwatch has been officially worn by NASA astronauts since 1965 and is known as the first watch worn on the Moon. In addition, red lines have also featured on the suits since Apollo 13 in 1970 to signify the commander’s rank.
There’s also another special reason to go white. In 1969, Omega created the Alaska prototype as part of their secret NASA project to design the perfect space watch. After months of experiments, Omega chose a white dial because it provides a particularly effective thermal reflection coefficient. The red Speedmaster name on the new model is also a nod to the protective red case that surrounded the original Alaska watch. The Omega Speedmaster Alaska Project Limited Edition ref. 311.32.42.30.04.001 is a discontinued limited edition of 1970 pieces that honors one of the most fascinating projects between Omega and NASA. The watch is provided with a large —57mm in diameter by 23mm in thickness— red-anodized aluminum protective case and the watch itself has a diameter of 42mm. This watch is also supplied with a stainless steel bracelet and a white Velcro fastening strap.
For Moonwatch fans, the black anodized aluminum bezel of each timepiece has been given a famous “Dot over Ninety” on the tachymeter scale, while inside, the watch is powered by the Co-Axial Master Chronometer manual wound Calibre 3861 with a power reserve of 50 hours —the most up-to-date version of the legendary Calibre 321 that was trusted by astronauts on the moon.
Beyond the white dial, Omega has even more to reveal in the watch’s craft. The 42 mm stainless steel timepiece is presented on a comfortable and vintage-inspired stainless steel bracelet with five arched links per row. A classic look with polished and brushed detailing.
Two more versions are also available, including one on a black micro-perforated leather strap with red and white stitching, and another on an anti-bacterial rubber strap with a moon surface pattern in positive relief on the underside for increased comfort and aesthetics.
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