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25 January 2024

Introducing the OMEGA Dark Side of the Moon Apollo 8

By: Robert Paterson

Introducing the OMEGA Dark Side of the Moon Apollo 8

History was made when Apollo 8 became the first human flight to ever orbit the Moon in 1968. Aboard that pioneering mission, each astronaut was equipped with an OMEGA Speedmaster – the watch that was relied upon throughout NASA’s lunar campaign. In 2024, OMEGA pays tribute to the story with a new Speedmaster Dark Side of the Moon – crafted with state-of-the art technology, a rich palette of materials, and masterful expertise.

Launched in 2018, the first OMEGA Speedmaster Dark Side of the Moon Apollo 8 marked the 50th anniversary of the mission. This year, the brand elevantes the same design with an even finer level of detailing and refinement.

Creating a unique aesthetic, the OMEGA Speedmaster Dark Side of the Moon Apollo 8 boasts a Calibre 3869 with a laser-ablated Moon relief on the main plate and bridges, revealing two different sides. The dial-side represents our view of the lunar surface, as seen from Earth, while the back of the watch shows the dark side that only astronauts get to see. This new update has enhanced the Moon’s definition, thanks to laser engraving and contrasting surfaces.

Furthermore, the manual-winding Calibre 3869 has achieved the Co-Axial Master Chronometer standard, providing customers with the Swiss industry’s highest level of precision, performance, and magnetic resistance.

OMEGA Speedmaster Apollo 8 Dark Side Of The Moon at David M Robinson

The Moon-decorated movement can be seen through the watch’s skeletonized dial, which is crafted from black anodized aluminium. When creating the 44.25 mm case, the polished bezel, and the caseback, OMEGA used separate pieces of black ceramic – while also filling the tachymeter scale with bright white “Grand Feu” enamel.

The central chronograph seconds hand is varnished yellow, a colour theme that continues on the watch’s perforated strap – which is made from black rubber with a yellow interior.

OMEGA Speedmaster Apollo 8 Dark Side Of The Moon at David M Robinson

The patent pending small-seconds hand at 9 o’clock has been engineered from Grade 5 Titanium and shaped like NASA’s famous Saturn V rocket. The powerful 3D structure has been obtained by laser turning, while the colours are achieved with white varnish, ablation, and laser blackening. A small yet inspiring detail that celebrates the success of the Apollo program.

On the caseback, a series of engravings has been inscribed, including “WE’LL SEE YOU ON THE OTHER SIDE” – the final words spoken to ground control by Command Module Pilot Jim Lovell, just before the Apollo 8 mission disappeared to the far side of the Moon, and out of radio contact, for the very first time.

Book an appointment at DMR’s OMEGA Boutique at the heart of Liverpool ONE today to learn more about the Speedmaster Dark Side of the Moon Apollo 8 release and the full OMEGA collection.

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