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5 Omega Speedmasters that made it the legend it is today, and their modern equivalent 

This week marks the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 mission that saw Neil Armstrong walk on the moon. And on his wrist was an Omega Speedmaster. This moment ensured that the humble, manually wound chronograph was vaulted into the hallowed halls of history. But the Speedmaster story is about more than just that moonwatch. … ContinuedThe post 5 Omega Speedmasters that made it the legend it is today, and their modern equivalent  appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Bringing one of the most badly abused Omega Speedmasters we’ve ever seen back from the dead

It takes a lot of physical abuse to make a watch as iconic as an Omega Speedmaster verge on unrecognisable. But the owner of this watch tried. When photos of a badly beaten 1969 Omega Speedmaster started doing the rounds on Instagram, it had our immediate attention. So many questions: What the hell are ‘welding … ContinuedThe post Bringing one of the most badly abused Omega Speedmasters we’ve ever seen back from the dead appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Seiko 6139-7000: Going Rogue on the Pogue

I want to love the Pogue. Lord, how I want to love the Pogue. It’s been to space, man, just like the beloved Speedmaster but (unlike the Omega) can be had for a more than reasonable price for a vintage piece with such provenance.

The Omega Speedy Tuesday and the Reseller’s Conundrum

Omega was highly successful in what is essentially the luxury watch industry's first foray into timed sales on a new direct to customer channel. For those who may have missed out on the not so new news, the Speedy Tuesday limited edition alludes to the first time the Omega Speedmaster was given its own trending hashtag #SpeedyTuesday which first came about in 2012, and explains the limited edition of 2012 pieces. 

Fastest way to sell S$18.5 million in watches: The Omega Speedy Tuesday Ultraman

Omega sells out 2012 watches worth S$18.5 million of watches in a span of 35 minutes. Introducing the latest #SpeedyTuesday Omega Speedmaster Ultraman.

Seiko Giugiaro Design Chronograph catches up to the Aliens future with Astron GPS

There are desirable collectibles - Speedmaster, Daytona, El Primero. If you were a real watch geek - you'd mention seiko giugiaro design chronograph.

VIDEO: Unboxing the Omega box set most watch lovers would die for

The Omega box set celebrating the 60th anniversary of the Railmaster, Seamaster and Speedmaster has been one of the talking points of Baselworld 2017, and not just because of the watches. The box itself is a work of craftsmanship in itself. It isn’t just like an Omega box from the 50s, it has been made to … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: Unboxing the Omega box set most watch lovers would die for appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

HANDS-ON: Gold medal effort - the Omega Olympic Official Timekeeper Co-Axial Chronograph

When discussing Omega’s limited editions, it’s generally pieces from the Speedmaster or Seamaster lines that spring to mind – and certainly when it comes to the Rio 2016 releases, it’s the Mark II Speedy and the brightly-bezelled Seamaster that have been chewing up most of the bandwidth. But if you ask me, Omega’s finest Rio LE is this … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: Gold medal effort – the Omega Olympic Official Timekeeper Co-Axial Chronograph appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Baselworld 2016 First Impressions - Omega

Speeding In Let’s speed into this one. There are two stars of the hour in the lineup of Speedmasters this year: one, the reissued Speedmaster CK 2998 and the other, the Speedmaster Master Chronometer Chronograph Moonphase – one, the blue one (that we’re sure you’ve already seen on multiple Instagram wrist shots already) –  and the other […]

Throwback Sundays: Six Recommendations for a Chronograph from Our Archives (Part 1)

Six recommendations for a chronograph part 1. Rolex Daytona, Omega Speedmaster, Grand Seiko Spring Drive Chronograph, IWC Top Gun, Tudor Heritage Chronograph

BaselWorld 2014: Belles of the Fair: A Tale of Two Omega Speedmasters

The Omega Speedmaster, also affectionately known as the “Moonwatch”, is perhaps one of the most iconic and recognized timepieces in the world of horology thanks to its provenance as the first watch that went onto the moon in 1969. In this year’s BaselWorld, Omega decides to add two more Speedmasters into their collection- the OmegaRead More

Press Preview of Omega’s Baselworld 2013 Collection.

Last week, members of the press and a handful of prominent bloggers were invited to a preview of Omega’s latest collection over dinner. President of The Swatch Group (South East Asia), David Ponzo shared with us an overview of their newest watches. The highlight of the evening was the Speedmaster “Dark Side Of The Moon” […]

Our Ten Favorite Omega Speedmasters Of All Time - Hodinkee Magazine

To call the Speedy “influential” is like calling Paul Bunyan “tall.” Hodinkee literally would not exist without the chronograph that went to the Moon – and then kept on flying higher and higher. There have been many iterations over the past half-century. These are the ones we love the most.

Pre-Owned Picks: A Rolex Daytona 'Jimmy John's,' A Rolex Sea-Dweller, And A Pair Of Uncommon OMEGA Speedmasters

Watches we love, the second time around.

Watch Spotting: Custom Omega Speedmasters Head To Space On The Wrists of Barrier-Breaking Space-Travel Pioneer Wally Funk And Jeff Bezos

The Speedies were velcroed to the custom flight suits for a historic ten minutes.

Olympic sprint sensation Noah Lyles really loves his Omega Speedmasters

Noah Lyles is set to be one of the big attractions at the Tokyo Olympics. Despite being only 23 years old, he already boasts a 100m personal best of 9.86 seconds, while last week, in the U.S. Olympic track and field trials, Lyles ran the 200m in 19.74 seconds, the fastest time in the world … ContinuedThe post Olympic sprint sensation Noah Lyles really loves his Omega Speedmasters appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Revolution Offers Two of The Rarest Vintage Omega Speedmasters

With the value of vintage steel chronographs at an all-time high, Revolution is offering an incredible opportunity to acquire two classic and super-rare vintage Omega Speedmasters. Both examples come from the Revolution Collection and here Wei Koh talks about why they are so beautiful and special.

Auctions: Sotheby's Announces Apollo 11 50th Anniversary Sale (Rare Speedmasters!)

A collection of special and rare Omega Speedmasters hits the block as Apollo 11 turns 50.

INSIGHT: James H. Ragan and his Omega Speedmasters

Editor’s note: Matt Hranek’s now sold-out book, A Man and His Watch, is one of the real standouts of the watch year, a beautiful and thoughtful text, packed with 76 stories of watches and the people who wear them. So taken were we by this book, we asked Matt if it would be possible to … ContinuedThe post INSIGHT: James H. Ragan and his Omega Speedmasters appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Throwback Sundays: Six Omega Speedmasters, from Our Archives

With the recent hype from the launch of the "Speedy Tuesday", we dig into our archives to select our favourite Omega Speedmasters.

Omega Expands the Dark Side of the Moon Legacy with Seven New Ceramic Speedmasters

Fratello’s Top 5 Modern Speedmasters With Straight Lugs

Another Friday, another list! Last week, we explored five of the many vintage Tudor options out there. For this week, we decided to dip our toes into the extensive world of Omega Speedmasters. Of course, we have our series of Speedy Tuesday articles to explain everything there is to know about the famous chronograph. But […] Visit Fratello’s Top 5 Modern Speedmasters With Straight Lugs to read the full article.

Photo Report: The 2024 Paris Olympics - Spotting Speedmasters And Witnessing World Records

A look at how Omega shows up – officially and unofficially – at the Olympic Games.

Why Ed White Wore Two Speedmasters During His Spacewalk

You’re probably familiar with astronaut Ed White, who performed NASA’s first spacewalk in 1965 as part of the Gemini IV mission. In the pictures of that spacewalk, you can see him wearing two watches. Unfortunately, Ed White died in a fatal accident with Apollo 1. His name will live forever, though, as the first NASA […] Visit Why Ed White Wore Two Speedmasters During His Spacewalk to read the full article.

Have These Speedmasters Left Your Orbit?

Yea, Mine Too.

Photo Report: The Sights And Scenes (And Speedmasters) From Omega's Latest Launch

After the release of Spirate and Super Racing, we turned our cameras to the horological scenery.

Buying, Selling, & Collecting: These '90s Speedmasters Are Worth Getting Revved Up About

"I always thought records were there to be broken." -Michael Schumacher

Sunday Rewind: Speedmasters In Space, Working For A Living

A pictorial look back at a zero gravity workhorse.

Photo Report: Speedmasters Galore As Speedy Tuesday Takes NYC

The Platinum 321 was the cherry on top.

The 12 Apollo Astronauts (and their trusty Speedmasters)

Today, to commemorate the Golden Jubilee of the Apollo 11, we remember the 12 men who have walked the moon, and the faithful Speedmasters that accompanied them on their celestial voyages.