Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch Professional Moonshine Gold "Black & White" "Reverse Panda" dial steel bracelet 42 mm

The Moonwatch, an icon elevated in Moonshine™ Gold

For more than half a century, the OMEGA Speedmaster Moonwatch has held a unique place in the history of watchmaking. Originally designed as a sports chronograph for engineers and pilots, it entered the legend when it was selected by NASA and worn by astronauts during the Apollo missions. In 1969, it became the first watch worn on the Moon — a status that transformed the Speedmaster into far more than a timepiece, establishing it as a true cultural and technical icon.

Over the decades, the Moonwatch has continued to evolve while remaining faithful to its original design. The 42 mm asymmetrical case, tachymeter scale, tricompax chronograph layout and exemplary legibility together create an instantly recognisable identity. This consistency has helped establish the Speedmaster as an absolute reference among mechanical chronographs.

In 2026, OMEGA presents a particularly refined interpretation of the Speedmaster Moonwatch Professional, crafted in 18K Moonshine™ Gold — an exclusive alloy developed to preserve the warm, luminous glow of yellow gold over time. This Black & White version embodies a subtle meeting of space heritage and contemporary sophistication, without ever compromising the aesthetic and technical foundations of the historic model.

Fully integrated into the brand’s permanent collection, this Moonshine™ Gold Moonwatch is not intended to replace the classic Moonwatch, but to offer a more precious and expressive interpretation. A Moonwatch for the 21st century, designed for collectors and discerning enthusiasts who wish to rediscover the lunar legend in a more luxurious form.

A lacquered reverse panda dial, enhanced by Moonshine™ Gold

The defining signature of this Speedmaster Moonwatch Professional Black & White, the dial reflects OMEGA’s ambition to elevate its iconic chronograph to a more high-end expression. Faithful to the renowned Moonwatch step dial, it adopts a double-layer construction that delivers unprecedented depth and visual richness.

The upper plate is executed in polished black, then varnished and lacquered to achieve an intense, almost mirror-like sheen. It reveals, through the counters, a second lower plate with polished white sub-dials, also varnished and lacquered. This two-level architecture enhances the sense of depth and strengthens the graphic impact of the black-and-white contrast.

The minute track, transferred in white on the main dial and in black on the sub-dials, emphasises the reverse panda aesthetic while optimising legibility. The inscriptions “OMEGA”, “Speedmaster”, “Professional” and “Swiss Made” complete the composition with restraint, in full respect of historic Moonwatch design codes.

While the reverse panda dial is not entirely unprecedented in the history of the Speedmaster, it remains rare within the permanent Moonwatch Professional collection — and never before has it been paired with such a high level of finishing. On this Moonshine™ Gold version, the applied hour markers, applied OMEGA logo, as well as the hour, minute and sub-dial hands are crafted in solid 18K Moonshine™ Gold, while the central chronograph seconds hand features a matching PVD treatment. All elements are filled with white Super-LumiNova with green emission, ensuring optimal legibility day and night.

Brighter, deeper and more sophisticated, this reverse panda dial gives the Moonwatch a distinctly precious presence, while preserving the functional DNA of the lunar chronograph.

Ceramic bezel & sapphire crystal: heritage meets modernity

While retaining the emblematic proportions of the Moonwatch, this Moonshine™ Gold version asserts its contemporary character through the use of highly durable materials. The polished Moonshine™ Gold bezel houses a black ceramic insert, replacing the aluminium used on historic versions.

The tachymeter scale, rendered in white enamel, provides lasting contrast and highlights collector-favourite details such as the famous Dot Over Ninety (DON). The dial is protected by an anti-reflective box-form sapphire crystal, echoing the silhouette of historic acrylic crystals while benefiting from the advantages of modern sapphire.

The case back, also crafted in 18K Moonshine™ Gold, is fitted with a sapphire crystal revealing the movement and features emblematic engravings, including the inscription “The First Watch Worn on the Moon” — a direct reminder of the Speedmaster’s exceptional heritage.

Case and bracelet: the presence of Moonshine™ Gold

The 42 mm asymmetrical case, entirely crafted in 18K Moonshine™ Gold, retains the emblematic Moonwatch geometry, with integrated crown and pusher protection. The lyre lugs, an OMEGA design signature, ensure fluid elegance and excellent stability on the wrist.

Despite the nobility of its material, this Moonwatch maintains remarkable balance. Its lug-to-lug length of approximately 47.5 mm and controlled thickness ensure harmonious wearability, while water resistance is rated at 50 metres, in keeping with the spirit of a professional chronograph.

The brushed and polished Moonshine™ Gold bracelet, inspired by the historic five-row Moonwatch design, offers both flexibility and comfort. It tapers from 20 mm at the lugs to 15 mm at the clasp, which integrates OMEGA’s patented comfort adjustment system, allowing discreet micro-adjustment across two positions (2.30 mm).

The OMEGA 3861 Master Chronometer calibre

At the heart of this Speedmaster Moonwatch Professional Black & White in Moonshine™ Gold beats the OMEGA calibre 3861 — a manually wound mechanical movement representing the most advanced evolution of the Moonwatch chronograph. A direct heir to the legendary calibre 321, followed by the 861 and 1861, it perpetuates the spirit of the lunar chronograph while incorporating contemporary watchmaking technologies.

Certified as a Master Chronometer by METAS, it guarantees a high level of precision, reliability and magnetic resistance up to 15,000 gauss, thanks in particular to the Co-Axial escapement and silicon balance spring. Beating at 21,600 vibrations per hour (3 Hz), it offers a power reserve of approximately 50 hours.

Visible through the sapphire case back, calibre 3861 stands out for its refined finishing: rhodium-plated bridges decorated with arabesque Geneva waves, gold-coloured engravings and meticulous attention to the chronograph components. It is covered by a five-year international warranty, reflecting OMEGA’s commitment to quality and durability.

A precious Moonwatch for discerning collectors

With this Speedmaster Moonwatch Professional Black & White in Moonshine™ Gold, OMEGA delivers one of the most luxurious expressions of its iconic chronograph. It is designed for collectors and discerning enthusiasts who wish to combine the heritage of the Moonwatch with the nobility of a precious metal and exceptional finishing.

Although part of the brand’s permanent collection, this Moonshine™ Gold Moonwatch remains a rarity in practice, both due to its positioning and the strong demand it generates. A prestigious interpretation of the Moonwatch, created for those seeking an emblematic, expressive and resolutely exclusive timepiece — without ever compromising the DNA of the lunar legend.