A simple evolution, the Omega Speedmaster Co-Axial Chronograph Dark Side Of the Moon (debuted here) proves remarkably lovable on the wrist. In a glossy black ceramic case with matching black ceramic dial, the “Moonwatch” naturally borrowed the name “Dark Side Of The Moon” from such things as the actual dark side of earth’s moon, and Pink Floyd’s famous album.
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Baselworld 2013: Omega Speedmaster ’57 Co-axial Chronograph Watches Hands-On
Today we had the opportunity to view the entirety of Omega’s new 2013 line up, including the new Speedmaster ’57 Automatic Co-axial chronograph and it’s a complete stunner.
Baselworld 2013: Omega Speedmaster ’57 Co-Axial Chronograph
Baselworld 2013: Welcome yet another Omega Speedmaster for you Omega fans out there. It seems several items to be unveiled at Baselworld were posted on Omega’s site yesterday a bit prematurely and quickly taken down…
Baselworld 2013: Omega Speedmaster Dark Side of the Moon
Seems that enough information has gotten out, that I think Omega knows they have something really special to tease Omega fans everywhere. The new Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch is coming, and from the way things look, it’s one pretty watch…
aBlogtoWatch Editor’s Watch Gift Guide For 2012
We get asked for advice on buying watches all year long but we can’t answer everyone. If you still aren’t sure what watches should be on your shopping list this holiday season, let’s see what the aBlogtoWatch writing team has to say.
3 Essentials If You Love Vintage Watches
I am very much a “watch guy”. If you’re reading aBlogtoWatch, then chances are high that you’d consider yourself to be a member of the same club. But it’s worth noting that within our niche group of horologically inclined individuals, there are several sub-categories of watch enthusiasts.
Omega Speedmaster Co-Axial Chronograph Watch In White Hands-On
The iconic Omega Speedmaster watch has a black dial with white hands and markers. Sure Omega has mixed it up over the years, but I believe that this is the very first all white Omega Speedmaster watch. Using the newer and larger Speedmaster Moonwatch Co-Axial Chronograph with the in-house made caliber 9300 movement family, the [...]
Omega Speedmaster Co-Axial Chronograph Watch Review
More than an icon, more than a legend, the Omega Speedmaster is one of the most popular and desired watches around the world…
Omega Speedmaster Racing Watches Hands-On
It did not surprise me that Omega had one of the strongest collections of new watches for 2012. While most of my attention was on the new Spacemaster Z-33, the Speedmaster family had some line extensions that were really satisfying. The ones that stole the show are the newest Speedmaster Racing models. These are not [...]
Watch What-If: Omega Speedmaster
“Watch What-If” is a special column on aBlogtoRead.com that asks the playful question “what if an iconic watch you know and love was offered in a different style?” The idea embraces a good timepiece’s core design and has fun by offering new colors and material concepts to stimulate your senses. These ideas may be provocative, [...]
Collecting Vintage Omega Watches
Introduction A little while back I wrote a defense (or justification, depending on how you look at it) of vintage watch collecting for aBlogtoRead. Following up on that, I’d like to share a bit more of my passion for all timekeepers vintage by presenting a “state of the market” article. My personal interest, and the [...]
HourTime Show Watch Podcast Episode 62
Back from Baselworld 2011 we discuss some of the show highlights (and quirks). On list is the Harry Winston Opus Eleven (that John loves), and a few other watches such as the Porsche Design P’6520 Compass Heritage and new Omega Speedmaster pieces (that John needs to be school about). Listen to the HourTime Show watch [...]
Baselworld Best Watches: Top 11 For 2011
The end of Baselworld is like coming down off a really brutal high. The intense energy of the show is only matched by how busy you are. Nights are filled with long European style dinners that take forever, but go by quickly as the conversation is engaging. Watch lovers can be themselves – this is [...]
Omega Speedmaster Co-Axial Chronograph Caliber 9300 Watch Hands-On
Wow, this is the Omega Speedmaster watch that I want… really want. For 2011 Omega has created the perfect Speedmaster for me. Did they have me in mind when making it? Not likely, but let me tell you what I personally like about it and why I think this is one of the most compelling [...]
Omega Speedmaster Mark 4.5 Watch Giveaway Winner
I was happy to get a note from the winner of the Omega Speedmaster Mark 4.5 vintage watch that I gave away here in January. Looks good for a watch from the 1970s right? Vintage Omega watches have a great tool-watch feel to them and I congratulate the winner. Thanks again to MB&F who sponsored [...]
Last Chance: Vintage Omega Speedmaster Watch Giveaway
January 2011′s aBlogtoRead.com’s watch giveaway is just about over. This is your last chance to enter for a chance to win this rare and great condition (recently serviced) Early 1970′s Omega Speedmaster Mark 4.5 watch. Click here to enter before January is over.
