An example of one of the most iconic and sought after wrist watches. The Omega Speedmaster is renowned for accompanying astronauts on their voyages into space during the 1960's space race, and has become one of the most iconic, and recognisable sports watches in the world. This particular example is a 'pre-moon' version, meaning that it was made before the watch embarked on space travel. The model was launched as part of the Omega "Professional" collection, to sit beside the Railmaster and the Seamaster in 1957. This model presented here, ST105.012 is almost as important as the first model launched as it is the model that landed on the moon.
This was the watch worn by both Neil Armstrong AND Buzz Aldrin during Apollo XI mission, July 20th, 1969. This model also provides the transitional model between the first Speedmaster models, and the later modern versions. This new case introduced faceted
‘Lyre lugs’, the case grew to 42mm, and membranes were introduced into the case next to the pushers for improved water resistance. However, it still maintained the 321 calibre movement. The last model, with the 145.012 to use it before the shift to the 861.
This example still has some lume left on the hour markers and hands, has the original bezel with good patina and correct, non moon landing case back. This model dates to 1965.
