Omega speedmaster history part 1 the early premoons. There is something almost poetic about the fact that, as nasa enters a new era of priorities and goals, this anachronistic timepiece, created to appeal to motorsports enthusiasts at the height of the cold war, remains flightqualified for all manned space missions. The omega speedmaster professional chronograph has a unique place in the history of space exploration as the only piece of equipment used in all of nasas. New omega speedmaster mens chronograph first man on moon watch, manual winding, black leather strap with pattern, model 311. Rolexs daytona faltered during the humidity test and the high pressure test. Dec 26, 2016 the omega speedmaster professional moonwatch is a modern reissue of the omega 1861 calibre manualwinding chronograph movement that was worn on the moon by each of the apollo astronauts from the 11th mission onwards. It remains one of the most famous chronographs in the world and is still used by nasa for their manned space missions. Omega speedmaster moonphase speedymoon guide omega. Omega speedmaster professional moonwatch, space race page 2. This manual is available in the following languages.
While rolex has also spent time in space via their gmt model the speedmaster was the first watch on the moon and used to help time rocket burns. My grandfather bought it new in 1969 in hawaii and has worn it ever since. For well over half a century, the omega speedmaster has witnessed events that have tested the limits of physical endurance and human courage, including the first manned moon landing in july 1969 and every lunar mission since that time. Omega speedmaster professional moonwatch mens watch 311. Omega speedmaster professional moonwatch apollo xi 1969 yellow gold ba145. Speedmaster moonwatch professional omega omega watches. A s far as nasa was concerned, the race was well and truly on. Omega speedmaster professional mk ii racing dial 1. The story of the omega speedmaster professional moonwatch, nasa, and the space race. The name speed was chosen because of the tachymeter ring that encircles the dial this was actually a worldpremiere at the time as the speedmaster was the very first chronograph to take the tachymeter. The omega speedmaster professional moonwatch is one of omegas most iconic timepieces.
Rare omega speedmaster professional moonwatch bracelet 1479 with 812 end links. Sold omega speedmaster professional 1479812 bracelet. Having been a part of all six lunar missions, the legendary speedmaster is an impressive representation of. Omega speedmaster moonwatch coaxial chronograph 311. This manual comes under the category watches and has been rated by 1 people with an average of a 5. Russian cosmonaut auctions off spaceworn omega speedmaster. User manual omega speedmaster moonwatch professional 2 pages. April 30, 2020 omega speedmaster moonwatch professional watch 311. Jan 18, 2018 the omega speedmaster professional moonwatch.
Here we have one of the very earliest omega sorry to see this go, all papers and boxes included, watch strap adjusted to fit an 8 inch wrist. Since then, many different chronograph movements have been marketed under the speedmaster name. A couple of years ago, omega discontinued the 3572. The manual winding speedmaster professional or moonwatch is the bestknown and longestproduced. Unfollow omega speedmaster professional moonwatch to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Selling this omega speedmaster professional bracelet 1479 with 812 endlinks. Entdecken sie speedmaster moonwatch professional chronograph 42 mm uhren 311. Omega caliber 1866 speedmaster manual pdf download. Caliber 1866 speedmaster watch pdf manual download.
The straight lugs and thin bevel between the top and the sides are directly inspired by ck2998, and were a common feature of early pre moon speedmasters, until omega decided to adopt asymmetrical twisted lugs after 1964 with the appearance of the speedmaster professional. View the manual for the omega speedmaster moonwatch professional here, for free. Seller assumes all responsibility for this listing. The omega speedmaster was designed as a sports chronograph with a tachymeter bezel for calculating speed. The speedmaster was part of the iconic 1957 trilogy. At first, i believed this to be merely carefully cultured marketing by omega, a branding exercise. Jul 22, 2014 the omega speedmaster professional moonwatch is one of omega s most iconic timepieces.
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Thats one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind. While chronographs have been around since the late 1800s, omega first introduced this line of chronographs in 1957. The omega speedmaster professional was the first watch on the moon and therefore enjoys its iconic status as the moonwatch. Explore new omega speedmaster professional moonwatch on. Diving into the world of the speedmaster is to meet fanaticism on an epic level. Omega speedmaster professional moonwatch bracelet 1479. Longines wittnauer had a crystal blowout during both the high and low pressure tests. Omega speedmaster moonwatch professional unboxing 2019 duration. The omega speedmaster moonphase master chronometer chronograph was revealed at the 2016 baselworld, and its been making its mark on the watch industry ever since. Omega speedmaster professional moonwatch mens watch item no. What makes the first omega in space such a distinctive speedmaster is the symmetry of the design. Omega speedmaster professional moonwatch all prices for. Omega speedmaster professional moonwatch 42mm mens watch, model 311. Ultimately, the omega speedmaster professional is more than the sum of its parts.
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