Among all of OMEGA’s historic timepieces, few are as widely recognized and universally celebrated as the Speedmaster – even the watch worn by agent 007 can’t hope to compete with the world’s most renowned chronograph, and that’s saying something. Having taken part in all six lunar missions, the legendary Moonwatch encapsulates the Swiss manufacturer’s philosophy of innovation, as well as their pioneering and adventurous spirit.
The watch on offer here, the Speedmaster Co-Axial Chronograph, keeps the essence of the original Speedmaster Professional but peppers in а few impressive updates. For example, the caliber 9300 inside is the first in-house Co-Axial movement to incorporate a chronograph function, and it is doubtlessly more sophisticated than any movement previously featured in a Speedmaster. The most significant aesthetic change is by far the inclusion of 2 instead of 3 subdials, but it ultimately leaves the watch’s functionality unaffected since the 3 o’clock counter allows for the measuring of both 12-hour and 60-minute intervals thanks to its two overlapping hands. The small seconds counter is located at the 9 o’clock position, and the date display has the 6 o’clock position all to itself. All of the above are protected by a domed sapphire crystal, and so is the movement, making its beautiful finish and mesmerizing operation easy to admire. On paper, the 42.25 mm size of the piece seems rather daunting, but thanks to its shortened lugs and thin profile (16.25 mm), it wears very well even on smaller wrists. The bracelet shares the immaculate finishing of the case, blending finely brushed and mirror-polished surfaces just like it. It also makes for a very comfortable and unintrusive wearing experience.
Our offering is in excellent condition – just polished per OEM specs and comes as watch only, in an Omega travel case.
The watch is covered by 1 year of limited warranty from ChronoTimepieces.