The OMEGA Speedmaster is a collection of Swiss chronograph watches first introduced in 1957. Although best known for the Moonwatch Professional, the wider collection includes automatic chronographs, Moonphase watches, compact Speedmaster 38 models and ceramic Dark Side of the Moon editions.

The Speedmaster earned the Moonwatch name through its association with NASA. After passing a series of demanding tests, it was declared flight-qualified for all manned space missions in 1965. An OMEGA Speedmaster Professional subsequently became the first watch worn on the Moon during the Apollo 11 mission in 1969.

The Moonwatch is part of the wider OMEGA Speedmaster collection. The name most commonly refers to the 42mm Speedmaster Moonwatch Professional, which preserves many of the defining design details associated with the watches used during the Apollo programme.

The Speedmaster collection includes both manual-winding and automatic watches. The contemporary 42mm Moonwatch Professional uses the manually wound OMEGA Co-Axial Master Chronometer Calibre 3861. Other models, including selected Speedmaster 38, Moonphase and Dark Side of the Moon watches, use automatic movements.

A manual-winding Speedmaster Moonwatch should be wound regularly to keep it running. The Calibre 3861 provides a power reserve of approximately 50 hours when fully wound. Wind the crown gently until you feel resistance and avoid forcing it beyond that point.

Hesalite crystal gives the Moonwatch an appearance closer to the models associated with NASA’s Apollo missions. Sapphire crystal offers greater resistance to scratches and a clearer, more contemporary finish. The caseback and presentation can also differ, so the complete specifications of each reference should be compared.

Yes. Selected OMEGA Speedmaster references combine the collection’s chronograph design with a moon-phase display. The current DMR collection includes Speedmaster Meteorite Moonphase models in a 43mm case, featuring a representation of the Moon alongside the chronograph functions.

Sizes vary across the collection. Current models include the 38mm Speedmaster, the 42mm Moonwatch Professional, 43mm Moonphase and Chronoscope watches, and larger Dark Side of the Moon models. Trying different case sizes in person is the best way to compare their proportions and weight.

The tachymeter scale allows the wearer to calculate average speed over a known distance using the chronograph. Start the chronograph at the beginning of the measured distance and stop it at the end. The chronograph seconds hand indicates the corresponding average speed on the bezel.

Water resistance varies between Speedmaster references. The Moonwatch Professional and other Speedmaster models have their own individual ratings, which are displayed within the product specifications. Water resistance should be checked before swimming, and the seals should be inspected periodically.

The price depends on the model, movement, case material and complication. Speedmaster 38 watches, Moonwatch Professional models, Moonphase references and ceramic Dark Side of the Moon editions sit at different price points. Current UK prices are displayed on each DMR product page.

You can explore the collection online or visit the DMR OMEGA Boutique in Liverpool. The boutique offers access to the wider OMEGA collection and specialist guidance. We recommend booking an appointment if you would like to view a particular Speedmaster reference.