Omega
Speedmaster Moonphase Master Chronometer
304.30.44.52.01.001
The Speedmaster reimagined with a moonphase complication and Master Chronometer precision.
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Overview
The Omega Speedmaster Moonphase Master Chronometer is a 44.25 mm stainless steel chronograph that unites the iconic Speedmaster lineage with a moonphase complication and Omega's rigorous Master Chronometer certification standard. Its black dial provides a dramatic backdrop for the chronograph registers and moonphase display, maintaining the purposeful aesthetic the Speedmaster line has carried since the space age. Calibre 9904 powers the watch, meeting the stringent accuracy and magnetic-resistance requirements set by the Master Chronometer designation.
History
Introduced in 2016, the Speedmaster Moonphase Master Chronometer represented a significant evolution within the Speedmaster family, adding horological complexity to a line historically celebrated for its robustness and legibility. The reference 304.30.44.52.01.001 was among the early expressions of Omega's commitment to pairing the Speedmaster's heritage with the then-newly established Master Chronometer certification, which requires independent testing by METAS, the Swiss Federal Institute of Metrology. The model has remained in production, reflecting sustained collector interest in a Speedmaster that goes beyond the classic three-register layout.
Notable points
- Certified Master Chronometer: independently tested by METAS to verify accuracy of 0 to +5 seconds per day and resistance to magnetic fields of 15,000 gauss.
- Calibre 9904 is a Co-Axial escapement movement, reducing friction and the need for frequent servicing compared with traditional lever escapements.
- The moonphase complication is integrated into the subdial layout of the black dial, adding astronomical function without disrupting the Speedmaster's characteristic symmetry.
- At 44.25 mm in stainless steel, the case sits within the larger end of the Speedmaster size range, giving the dial ample room for its multiple complications.
- The black dial references the dark-sky aesthetic long associated with the Speedmaster's professional heritage and space-mission legacy.
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