Moonstruck: Omega’s Latest Speedmaster Goes Interstellar
Omega’s Speedmaster Moonphase Meteorite brings lunar luxury to the wrist with actual lunar meteorite, a slimmer design, and plenty of upgrades.
If there’s one thing Omega excels at, it’s keeping the Speedmaster’s legendary status alive while simultaneously finding ways to tweak, refine, and reimagine it. Enter the new Speedmaster Moonphase Meteorite, which boldly combines space-age materials with practical updates, reminding us why the Moonwatch is as iconic as it is adaptable.
Moon Phases, Literally
What’s a Moonphase watch without a piece of the moon? Omega has answered that very question with a showstopper: the moonphase display on the new Speedmaster features actual lunar meteorite. And because Omega couldn’t resist showing off, the watch displays two moons—one for each hemisphere. While dual-moonphase complications aren’t groundbreaking, this is the first time Omega has used one, flipping the usual dynamic where the MoonSwatch inspires envy from afar.
Slimmer, Lighter, Better
For anyone who’s ever strapped on a previous Speedmaster Moonphase and thought, “This is great, but does it have to be so hefty?”, the new design answers with a decisive no. The case size has been trimmed to a more wrist-friendly 43mm, shedding thickness and weight thanks to a new hand-wound Caliber 9914 movement. The revamped bracelet also gets a nod with its tapered “Nixon” design and retro clasp, bringing style and comfort in equal measure.
Space Bling: Meteorite Dials
The dial itself? It’s a slab of meteorite—just not the lunar kind. Still, its cosmic pedigree and texture add serious intergalactic flair. Available in either black or gray, the dials use PVD and galvanic coatings, respectively, to achieve their striking finishes. Omega could’ve stopped here and still impressed, but why not double down with sapphire crystals, enamel bezels, and white gold hands?
The Price of the Moon
All this lunar luxury comes with a price tag—$17,100 to be exact. That’s a significant leap from the previous Moonphase, but with premium materials and upgrades, it feels (almost) justified. While critics may grumble, Omega seems happy to position itself as a luxury brand rivaling Rolex. The question is: are enthusiasts ready to keep pace?
Final Verdict
Despite minor quibbles—like the slightly less symmetrical dial due to the larger moonphase display—this is a Speedmaster that captures the imagination. The combination of history, innovation, and materials literally from another world cements Omega’s place in the luxury watch race.
