Omega
has always been driven by a pioneering spirit; in fact, no watch
company in the world holds more records for accuracy. Their watches have
been the timepiece of choice for some of history�s greatest
explorers�from deep-sea divers to astronauts.
The
Speedmaster Apollo XVII 45th Anniversary timepiece by Omega is a unique
and tasteful celebration of the forty-fifth anniversary of the 1972
moon landing. As such, this watch is part of a limited edition of only
1,972 pieces produced, and can be a challenge to obtain.
The
rugged ceramic bezel sports a convenient tach scale in dashing Ceragold
that is impossible to miss. Upon the gorgeous blue ceramic dial "05:34
GMT" is printed to represent the moment the final step upon the moon was
made in that mission.
Within
the small seconds counter at 9 o'clock�in etched PVD�we have the Greek
god Apollo in profile. Applied 18K yellow gold-tone markers and hands
make the telling the time an ethereal otherworldly experience.
Chronograph
functions include a center seconds hand, a 30-minute counter at 3, and a
12-hour counter at 6. The manually wound Omega 1861 caliber delivers
about 48 hours of running power when fully wound.
The
stainless steel case measures a comfortable 42 mm in diameter, 14.8 mm
in height, and rests upon a stainless steel bracelet with a folding
clasp. The solid caseback showcases a commemorative moon-themed
engraving with the image of Apollo and American astronaut Gene Cernan's
name.
Additional
features include a push / pull winding crown, a 50 m / 5 atm water
resistance, and a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal.
From
its limited-edition status to its reputation for legendary
craftsmanship, we believe this Omega Speedmaster Apollo XVII 45th
Anniversary watch will take center stage in your collection.
Standout feature(s): Limited
edition of only 1,972 pieces produced; rugged ceramic bezel with
convenient tach scale in dashing Ceragold; applied gold tone markers;
PVD-etched Apollo upon dial and engraved caseback in celebration of 1972
moon landing.
Details at a glance:
- Model Reference: 311.30.42.30.03.001
- Case Material: Stainless steel
- Case Dimensions: 42 mm
- Case Height: 14.8 mm
- Movement: Manually wound; 18 jewels, 48-hour power reserve, 21,600 vph
- Caliber: Omega 1861
- Complication(s) / Feature(s): Standard time, small seconds, chronograph, tachymeter scale
- Dial: Blue ceramic
- Crystal: Domed scratch-resistant sapphire
- Winding Crown: Push / pull
- Water-resistance: 50 m / 5 atm
- Band: Stainless steel bracelet
- Clasp: Fold-over clasp
- Country of Origin: Switzerland
- Condition: Pre-owned
in virtually unworn, mint condition; the watch has been tested for all
functionalities and accuracy; it comes with a full bracelet and will fit
up to 8 inches wrist.
- Comments: Includes
complete original set of papers, limited edition certificate,
accessories, and oversized presentation boxes. The date of sale wasn�t
filled in when the watch was originally sold (this model was
manufactured in 2017 - 2018).