New models have been added that express a connection to space, such as a moon phase display using lunar meteorite on a dial that highlights the crystal structure of meteorite, and a design that incorporates the starry sky at the time of the Apollo 11 moon landing.
This new model features a meteorite dial that highlights the unique crystalline structure of iron meteorites. The moon phase at 6 o'clock uses a cabochon-shaped lunar meteorite, displaying the lunar phases of both the northern and southern hemispheres. Another key feature is the newly developed manual winding movement, Cal. 9914. Manual winding (Cal. 9914). 45 jewels. 28,800 vph. Power reserve of approximately 60 hours. Stainless steel case (diameter 43mm, thickness 13.6mm). Water resistant to 50m. 264 million yen (tax included).
Edited by Yuto Hosoda (Chronos-Japan)
[Article published in the July 2025 issue of Kronos Japan]
"Speedmaster" with striking meteorite and lunar meteorite designs
Omega's new Speedmaster Moonphase Meteorite model features an iron meteorite dial to represent Omega's contributions to space exploration and its connection to space. Many meteorites are asteroids formed around the time the solar system was formed, and iron meteorites are believed to be part of the core of a celestial body that was scattered by some kind of impact. In addition to iron, they contain a large amount of nickel, and the extremely long cooling time in space creates a unique crystalline structure. To highlight this crystalline structure, this model features a galvanic gray or black PVD dial and is available in two styles.
The Speedmaster Moonphase Meteorite is powered by the newly developed manual-wound Caliber 9914. Naturally, it features a Co-Axial escapement and is Master Chronometer certified. Its most distinctive feature is the moon phase display at 6 o'clock. This model's moon phase display features two cabochon-shaped lunar meteorites, indicating the lunar phases of both the northern and southern hemispheres. The starry sky depicted as a backdrop for the moon disc is a replica of the starry sky seen from OMEGA's headquarters in Bienne, Switzerland, during the Apollo 11 moon landing in 1969. Other features include 60-minute and 12-hour counters at 3 o'clock, and a small seconds and pointer date display, both located on the same axis, at 9 o'clock.
Omega develops and mass-produces a wide variety of timepieces while maintaining the extremely high level of magnetic resistance and practical precision required by Master Chronometer standards. The Speedmaster Moonphase Meteorite is a model that once again demonstrates Omega's impressive capabilities.
