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Omega refreshes Speedmaster 38mm lineup with Moonwatch cues and new colorways
technology6 days ago

Omega refreshes Speedmaster 38mm lineup with Moonwatch cues and new colorways

Omega has refreshed its Speedmaster 38mm collection, delivering seven references that echo Moonwatch styling in a downsized 38mm case. The no-date steel-on-steel model runs on Calibre 3332, while the six date variants use Calibre 3330; all share the same dimensions and 100m water resistance, plus a refreshed 5-link bracelet. Options span steel with aluminium or blue ceramic bezels, two-tone Moonshine/Sedna Gold variants, and two diamond-set editions, with prices ranging from about EUR 6,400 to EUR 12,900 as Omega broadens the line for both men and women.

Omega Refreshes the Speedmaster 38mm with Moonwatch-inspired Design, Debuting Seven Variants
technology8 days ago

Omega Refreshes the Speedmaster 38mm with Moonwatch-inspired Design, Debuting Seven Variants

Omega reveals a new generation of the Speedmaster 38mm, dropping the oval subdials in favor of a Moonwatch‑style look, a wider bezel, and an updated 5‑link bracelet with Omega’s micro‑adjust. Seven variants span steel, bi‑metal, and diamond‑set bezels, including black, white, silver, ivory, and Moonshine/ Sedna gold accents, all using Caliber 3330 or 3332, in a 38mm case about 14.75mm thick. Prices start at $6,500 (steel) and rise to around $13,100 for diamond models, with availability listed as now. The piece notes the refresh is aesthetically strong but wishes for slimmer proportions and a new caliber in the future.

July 2026’s Boldest Timepieces Debut
technology1 month ago

July 2026’s Boldest Timepieces Debut

July 2026 delivered a 14-watch showcase from top brands, spanning compact new Overseas models from Vacheron Constantin, Panerai Luna Rossa editions, a Japan-inspired Roger Dubuis Excalibur Kabuto Legacy, dual Jaeger‑LeCoultre Rendez‑Vous releases, gem‑set Gerald Charles Masterlinks, a turquoise IWC Ingenieur Automatic 35, Hublot’s sapphire Big Bang in a sky-blue theme, H. Moser & Cie.’s cosmic Endeavour Minute Repeater Cylindrical Tourbillon Skeleton, Omega x Swatch MoonSwatch Mission to the Moon 1969, Glashütte Original SeaQ North Atlantic-inspired editions, Breitling’s Aston Martin DB5‑themed Top Time, Zenith Defy Extreme in bold hues, TAG Heuer x Team Ikuzawa Carrera Chronograph, and Ulysse Nardin’s five‑complication Blast Moonstruck — a diverse blend of nautical, lunar, and motorsport influences suited for summer wear.

Omega Speedmaster: From Racing Chronograph to Moonwatch Legend
technology1 month ago

Omega Speedmaster: From Racing Chronograph to Moonwatch Legend

Originally launched in 1957 as a racing chronograph, the Omega Speedmaster evolved into NASA’s Moonwatch after rigorous testing, becoming the first watch worn on the Moon and the only wristwatch qualified for EVA; through Gemini, Apollo 11, and Apollo 13, its Caliber 321 and later evolutions (861, 1861, 3861) powered astronauts and demonstrated enduring reliability, while modern variants—including FOIS, Dark Side of the Moon, Gray Side, Moonshine Gold, and the Silver Snoopy Award editions—continue to showcase its blend of iconic design and advanced horology.

Five MoonSwatch Icons: The Best Omega × Swatch Bioceramic Picks
lifestyle1 month ago

Five MoonSwatch Icons: The Best Omega × Swatch Bioceramic Picks

Fratello highlights five MoonSwatch favorites from the over-30 releases: Mission to Mars (red Bioceramic with white bezel and NASA-inspired hands), Mission on Earth – Lava (radial dial with Ultraman cues), MoonSwatch Mission to the Moonphase – Full Moon, aka White Snoopy (moonphase and UV features), MoonSwatch 1965 (NASA-qualification-inspired dial details visible under UV), and MoonSwatch Mission to the Moon 1969 (18K Moonshine Gold with LE numbering). All share the same 42mm Bioceramic case and ETA quartz movement, and prices range from about €275 to €600.

MoonSwatch Goes for Gold: Swatch and Omega Unveil 18K Moonshine Edition
business1 month ago

MoonSwatch Goes for Gold: Swatch and Omega Unveil 18K Moonshine Edition

Swatch and Omega revealed the MoonSwatch, a limited-edition chronograph honoring Apollo 11, featuring Omega’s 18K Moonshine Gold (11 grams) and priced at $570. The watch isn’t sold in stores; eligible buyers must complete an online ESTA-like application (32 questions) on Swatch’s site, open July 16, with a July 21 deadline. Only 1,969 applicants will be approved to purchase and pick up the watch at Swatch stores.

Buzz Aldrin’s Watches Set for Sotheby’s New York Space Auction
business1 month ago

Buzz Aldrin’s Watches Set for Sotheby’s New York Space Auction

Sotheby’s New York Space Exploration auction lists nearly two dozen Buzz Aldrin–owned watches, mostly Omegas, including a Jaeger-LeCoultre Shark Deep Sea Chronograph and several Speedmasters; bidding is open online ahead of live sessions on July 15. Notably, Aldrin’s moon-landing Speedmaster won’t be sold since it belongs to the U.S. government, but other Aldrin pieces—plus a box of commemorative watches—illustrate his lifelong passion for exploration, diving, and collecting. The sale reflects ongoing interest in neo-vintage and heritage watches, though the author doubts it will break records, given shifting collector tastes toward different watch categories.

"Omega Unveils White Dial Speedmaster Moonwatch: Everything You Need to Know"
fashion-and-luxury-watches2 years ago

"Omega Unveils White Dial Speedmaster Moonwatch: Everything You Need to Know"

Omega has officially released a new white-dialed version of the iconic Speedmaster Professional, known as the "Moonwatch," which has been highly anticipated since it was spotted on Daniel Craig's wrist last November. This new iteration features a lacquered white dial with applied black indices and hands, red dial text, and various strap options, while retaining the hand-wound Omega Caliber 3861 movement and classic design elements. The release is expected to be highly desirable among watch collectors due to its unique historical references and subtle design tweaks.