The Dark Side of the Moon Apollo 8 ref. 311.92.44.30.01.001 takes the Speedmaster into an entirely black ceramic construction, with the case and tachymeter bezel both made from ceramic. The blackened skeletonized dial is the real focus, revealing a movement laser-ablated to represent the surface of the Moon, while the yellow chronograph hands and Super-LumiNova tachymeter scale provide the only strong contrast.
Inside is Omega’s manually wound Calibre 1869, a specially decorated movement based on the architecture of the Speedmaster’s traditional hand-wound chronograph. The absence of an automatic rotor is important here because the movement itself is part of the design: the lunar-surface treatment can be viewed through the skeletonized dial, while the opposite side of the movement is visible through the sapphire caseback. The movement provides approximately 48 hours of power reserve.
The Apollo 8 connection is carried through to the caseback, which is engraved with “APOLLO 8, DEC 1968,” “DARK SIDE OF THE MOON,” and “WE’LL SEE YOU ON THE OTHER SIDE.” The watch is fitted to a perforated black leather strap with a yellow rubber interior and is also supplied with an additional strap. This particular example is from 2023, is in like-new condition, and comes as a complete set.
Please view pictures carefully as I use a very strong macro lens to showcase any and all imperfections. Typically, this will embellish the imperfections and/or lead to the inevitable specks of dust. I am always happy to provide more pictures at different angles, whatever you're unsure of.
I am a full time firefighter and am very involved in my community - my reputation is everything to me. Please feel free to reach out with any questions and I will answer promptly to make sure you are taken care of and we can have a smooth easy transaction.
The Dark Side of the Moon Apollo 8 ref. 311.92.44.30.01.001 takes the Speedmaster into an entirely black ceramic construction, with the case and tachymeter bezel both made from ceramic. The blackened skeletonized dial is the real focus, revealing a movement laser-ablated to represent the surface of the Moon, while the yellow chronograph hands and Super-LumiNova tachymeter scale provide the only strong contrast.
Inside is Omega’s manually wound Calibre 1869, a specially decorated movement based on the architecture of the Speedmaster’s traditional hand-wound chronograph. The absence of an automatic rotor is important here because the movement itself is part of the design: the lunar-surface treatment can be viewed through the skeletonized dial, while the opposite side of the movement is visible through the sapphire caseback. The movement provides approximately 48 hours of power reserve.
The Apollo 8 connection is carried through to the caseback, which is engraved with “APOLLO 8, DEC 1968,” “DARK SIDE OF THE MOON,” and “WE’LL SEE YOU ON THE OTHER SIDE.” The watch is fitted to a perforated black leather strap with a yellow rubber interior and is also supplied with an additional strap. This particular example is from 2023, is in like-new condition, and comes as a complete set.
Please view pictures carefully as I use a very strong macro lens to showcase any and all imperfections. Typically, this will embellish the imperfections and/or lead to the inevitable specks of dust. I am always happy to provide more pictures at different angles, whatever you're unsure of.
I am a full time firefighter and am very involved in my community - my reputation is everything to me. Please feel free to reach out with any questions and I will answer promptly to make sure you are taken care of and we can have a smooth easy transaction.
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