Unveiling the Omega Speedmaster Grey Side of the Moon: A Captivating Journey
In this video, we take an in-depth look at Omega’s exciting new release: the Speedmaster Grey Side of the Moon. While we’ve covered it extensively in our detailed article, we’ve also created a hands-on video to share the experience of this stunning ceramic Speedmaster.
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Inspired by Apollo 8
In our video, we delve into the fascinating story of NASA’s Apollo 8 mission, which served as the creative spark for Omega’s decision to embrace the “gray” in the Speedmaster line. You’ll also get to see how the watch looks from various angles on the wrist, along with a closer examination of its innovative caliber 3869. This movement is based on the 3861 and features laser ablation on the bridges, mirroring the Moon’s surface’s texture.
So, sit back and enjoy the video! For a quick reference, we’ve included a table below detailing the specifications of the Omega Speedmaster Grey Side of the Moon.
The retail price for the Omega Speedmaster Grey Side of the Moon is CHF 12,800 (excluding taxes), €16,200 (including 21% VAT), or US$16,400 (excluding taxes).
Watch Specifications
Model
Speedmaster Grey Side of the Moon
Reference
310.92.44.50.06.001 (fabric strap) / 310.92.44.50.06.002 (rubber strap)
Dial
Gray anodized aluminum with skeletonization, featuring diamond-polished and beveled hour markers and dots at 12H coated with Super-LumiNova (green emission), along with two gray chronograph registers.
Case Material
Ceramic with plasma treatment (ZrO2→ZrC)
Case Dimensions
44.25mm (diameter) × 50mm (lug-to-lug) × 12.97mm (thickness)
Crystal
Box-style sapphire with an antireflective coating
Case Back
Polished ceramic and flat sapphire crystal, screw-in design
Movement
Omega 3869: Manual winding, 21,600vph (3Hz), 50-hour power reserve, Co-Axial escapement, silicon balance spring, METAS-certified Master Chronometer, beautifully finished with laser-ablated and grayed bridges, and quality details like matte screws and polished edges.
Water Resistance
50 meters (5 ATM)
Strap
Gray rubber or nylon with rubber lining (21/18mm), featuring a ceramized titanium folding clasp with ceramic covers and pushers
Functions
Time (hours, minutes, small seconds), chronograph (12-hour/60-minute register, central seconds), and tachymeter bezel
Price
CHF 12,800 (ex. taxes) / €16,200 (inc. 21% VAT) / US$16,400 (ex. taxes)
Warranty
Five-year international warranty
Special Notes
Weight: 94 grams (fabric) / 101 grams (rubber)
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Explore the Omega Speedmaster Grey Side of the Moon: A Ceramic Marvel Inspired by Apollo 8