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History of the Omega Speedmaster
The Omega Speedmaster is a legendary watch line released by Omega and known for its precision and durability. In 1957, Omega introduced the first Speedmaster as a sporty chronograph watch for racing and rally enthusiasts, featuring precise timekeeping and rugged construction. In the 1960s, the Speedmaster became a favorite among professional athletes and is worn today by NASA astronauts during their space missions. This watch was chosen by NASA as the official chronograph for the Apollo programs, earning it the nickname "Moonwatch," the watch on the moon. The Omega Speedmaster is not just a watch for sportsmen or astronauts of the 1970s and 1980s. Omega continued to evolve the watch by adding new features such as automatic operation and water resistance. Today, Omega offers a variety of models that focus on sports performance and are prized for their precision, durability, and historical connection to space travel. This makes it an icon among collectors and lovers of sports watches with a rich history. A Speedmaster is not just a watch, it is a piece of history.
Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch
The Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch is a legendary watch that has become world-famous as the "watch of the astronauts." This is due to the fact that the watch was chosen by NASA as the official watch for the Apollo missions, including the famous moon landing in 1969. This makes the Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch unique from a normal Omega Speedmaster. One of the most important features of the Moonwatch is its reliability. The watch was thoroughly tested by NASA and was selected for its excellent performance in extreme conditions, such as temperatures from - 18 to + 93 degrees Celsius, pressure and vacuum conditions and severe vibrations. This is why the watch is often considered one of the most rugged and reliable watches in history.
A worthwhile investment
In addition, the Omega Speedmaster Professional Moonwatch features a number of unique features that make the watch easily recognizable, such as the black dial with white numerals and dashes, the black tachymeter scale and the famous "three six nine" layout of the hands. The Moonwatch's bezel is also unique, with a tachymeter scale that can be used to calculate speed or distance. Another feature of the Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch is that the watch has hardly changed since it was introduced in 1957. This is why many collectors consider the Moonwatch a worthwhile investment, as the watch has a unique track record and design that has stood the test of time.
About Timepieces Belgium
Buying an Omega Speedmaster watch is a big decision and at Timepieces Belgium we are proud to advise our customers on their purchase. Whether it is an Omega Speedmaster vintage or Omega Speedmaster Professional Moonwatch, we are here for you. Our 14-day return policy, authenticity guarantee and 12-month warranty offer our customers the flexibility and security needed when purchasing a luxury watch. Our team of watch experts is always available to advise you and answer all your questions. Buying an Omega Speedmaster watch at Timepieces Belgium is therefore a real experience. Rather looking for a sporty watch of the brand Rolex? Then be sure to check out our GMT-Master, Submariner or Air-King collection!
