FROM 1957 TO 2022
The legendary watch from 1957, from which the iconic chronograph family is derived, is being reissued in a version made of noble materials by the Biel-based company to celebrate its 65th anniversary.
Originally, in 1957, Omega presented not one but three steel watches called “Professional”, each excelling in its own field of expertise. Built for speed, from which it takes its name, and offering a simple and intuitive way of taking information, the Speedmaster was aimed at pilots on Earth, long before it was destined for space missions which would take it to the Moon. It is to this pioneer, known under the reference CK2915-1 and now 65 years old, that the Biel-based firm is paying tribute by unveiling the Speedmaster Calibre 321. This anniversary chronograph has some precious elements, both inside and out.
Indeed, the 2022 version is set to the rhythm of the Calibre 321, the same hand-wound movement used in 1957 and for the Apollo missions, the production of which has been specially relaunched. Set to the gentle frequency of 2.5hz, this engine, finished in SednaTM gold PVD, delivers an energy reserve of up to 55 hours when fully wound.
For the 38.6mm diameter case and link bracelet, Omega has chosen to use its noble alloy developed in 2015: Canopus GoldTM, a white gold with an intense and durable hue. The famous seahorse adorns the transparent back, engraved on the glass and the eye set with a blue sapphire. As for the curved dial with a Grand Feu enamel tachymeter bezel, it is a black onyx disk that houses the traditional central hands and the three counters (small seconds at 9 o’clock and chronograph minute and hour totalizers at 3 and 6 o’clock).
