Speedmaster First Omega in Space
On October 3rd, 1962, the Speedmaster CK 2998 became the first OMEGA worn in space, when the astronaut Walter Schirra wore his personal model on the Sigma 7 mission of the Mercury programme. This updated version is a tribute to that pioneering timepiece and captures the same 2nd generation Speedmaster style in modern form.
The 39.70 mm case is crafted in polished and brushed stainless steel and features a “flat links” bracelet with OMEGA’s patented comfort release adjustment system. The bezel ring is presented in black aluminium and includes the legendary tachymeter scale with an emblematic “Dot Over Ninety”.
Beneath the brand new hesalite-like form sapphire crystal, the grey-blue dial is CVD coated, to replicate the tone of some CK 2998 watches produced in the 1960s. Along with indexes and hour/minute “Alpha” hands that are filled with vintage Super-LumiNova, the central seconds “Baton” hand is white varnished to match the transferred markings. Subdials include a 30-minute recorder at 3H, a 12-hour recorder at 6H, and a small-seconds display at 9H.
A vintage OMEGA logo is applied on the dial, as well as on the crown, while the caseback features the famous Seahorse medallion, and the engravings, “THE FIRST OMEGA IN SPACE” and “OCTOBER 3, 1962”.
The watch is driven by the Co-Axial Master Chronometer Calibre 3861, which is the most up-to-date version of the Calibre 321 worn by astronauts in space. Each watch is delivered inside a special presentation box with a “LEGENDARY MOONWATCH” leaflet inside.
TECHNICAL DATA
Reference
310.30.40.50.06.001
Between lugs Open Case Measurement Modal
19 mm
Lug‑to‑lug Open Case Measurement Modal
48.0 mm
Thickness Open Case Measurement Modal
13.4 mm
Case diameter Open Case Measurement Modal
39.7 mm
Case
Steel
Dial colour
Blue ‑ Grey
Crystal
Hesalite‑like form, scratch‑resistant sapphire crystal with anti‑reflective treatment inside
Water resistance
5 bar (50 metres / 165 feet)
Total product weight (approx.)
133 g
Calibre
Omega 3861
Movement Type
Manual‑winding
Power reserve
50 hours
BRACELET
Material
Steel
Type of Clasp
Foldover butterfly clasp with comfort setting
The product SpeedMaster is available in our boutiques
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