Emerging in the late 1990s, this Speedmaster represents a period when Omega created distinct, non-standard configurations for specific regional retailers, the watch’s character is entirely defined by its unique dial featuring a clean white background, stylized Arabic numerals, and vibrant orange chronograph hands.
Founded in 1848 by Louis Brandt in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland, the company that would become Omega established its identity with the 1894 introduction of the 19-ligne 'Omega' calibre. This movement was a landmark in industrial watchmaking, utilizing interchangeable components to streamline production and repair—a philosophy of accessible precision that continues to define the brand.
Omega cemented its reputation for robust accuracy through its role as the Official Timekeeper for the Olympic Games since 1932 and, most famously, through the Speedmaster Professional's flight qualification by NASA, which culminated in its journey to the Moon.
In the modern era, the brand's most significant contribution has been the industrialization of the co-axial escapement, an invention by Dr. George Daniels that fundamentally reduces friction within the calibre for superior long-term chronometric stability. Typified by purpose-driven design, Omega's collections—from the abyssal-depth Seamaster to the iconic Speedmaster—are archetypes of the professional tool watch, balancing legible aesthetics with advanced material science and anti-magnetic properties through its Master Chronometer certification.
Overall Grade: 7.5 / 10 | Good Condition, Medium Wear Production: est. 1995 Contents: Watch Only Genre: Neo-Vintage Sports Chronograph
Size: 39mm Thickness: approx. 14mm Lug Width: approx. 18mm
Case: Stainless steel, brushed sides, mirrored bevels, visible wear Bezel: Stainless steel, black tachymeter insert, visible wear Dial: Off-white dial, central guilloche, printed markers Hands: White, black tipped, baton hands, lumed
Crown: Steel, signed push/pull crown and pushers, visible wear Crystal: Sapphire, domed, visible wear Bracelet: Stainless steel bracelet, visible wear Caseback: Stainless steel, solid, snap caseback, visible wear Movement: Automatic Chronograph Caliber: 1152