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Omega Speedmaster Apollo 8 “Dark Side of the Moon” Reference: 311.92.44.30.01.001
Dated: 2019 Complete Set with Box, Book & Cards
The Omega Speedmaster Apollo 8 Dark Side of the Moon 311.92.44.30.01.001 is a bold and technically captivating reinterpretation of one of watchmaking’s most iconic chronographs. Created as a tribute to the historic Apollo 8 mission—the first manned mission to orbit the Moon—this timepiece merges Omega’s spacefaring heritage with cutting-edge materials and modern design.
Crafted entirely from lightweight black zirconium oxide ceramic, the 44.25 mm case delivers exceptional durability and scratch resistance while maintaining a sleek, contemporary aesthetic. The watch’s skeletonized dial reveals the intricate manual-winding movement within, laser-ablated to replicate the texture of the lunar surface. The dial side represents the Moon’s near side, while the caseback showcases the far side, creating a striking visual depth rarely seen in chronograph watches.
At its heart beats the Omega Caliber 1869, a hand-wound movement derived from the legendary Moonwatch caliber, enhanced with a unique blackened finish and lunar surface decoration. The chronograph function is complemented by a central seconds hand, small seconds subdial, and a tachymeter scale on the bezel, staying true to the Speedmaster’s racing and space exploration roots.
Subtle yet distinctive yellow accents—including the chronograph seconds hand and strap stitching—add contrast and readability, while reinforcing the watch’s modern identity. The caseback is engraved with the historic inscription: “APOLLO 8, DEC 1968 – WE’LL SEE YOU ON THE OTHER SIDE.”
Fitted with a perforated black leather strap with a yellow rubber interior, this timepiece ensures both comfort and durability. The Omega Speedmaster Apollo 8 “Dark Side of the Moon” is not just a watch—it is a celebration of human exploration, innovation, and the enduring legacy of space travel.
Key Features
- 44.25 mm black ceramic case
- Skeletonized dial with lunar surface finishing
- Manual-winding Omega Caliber 1869
- Chronograph with tachymeter scale
- Sapphire crystal (front and caseback)
- Black leather strap with yellow accents
- Water resistance: 50 meters
Specifications
- Brand: Omega
- Collection: Speedmaster “Dark Side of the Moon”
- Reference: 311.92.44.30.01.001
- Movement: Manual wind (Cal. 1869)
- Case Material: Black ceramic
- Case Diameter: 44.25 mm
- Dial: Skeletonized, black with yellow accents
- Crystal: Sapphire (front and exhibition caseback)
- Bracelet/Strap: Leather with rubber lining
- Water Resistance: 50 meters
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