![]() ![]() The Speedmaster Reduced is a slightly smaller and more streamlined version of the classic Speedmaster Professional Moonwatch. The “Reduced” model of the Omega Speedmaster Racing Automatic Chronometer refers to a specific variant within the Speedmaster Racing collection. The “Co-Axial” refers to the movement used in the watch, which is the Omega Calibre 3330. The Omega Speedmaster Racing is a collection of watches that combines the classic design elements of the iconic Speedmaster with modern features and a sporty aesthetic. ![]() What’s more, in 1962, astronaut Wally Schirra took his Omega Speedmaster into space on NASA’s Mercury Sigma 7 mission, and in 1969 two Omega Speedmasters were the first watches to arrive on the moon, worn by Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin. Kennedy to Elvis wore Omega watches on official duties. The 1940s also saw the first tourbillon wristwatch and the first of the famous Seamaster watches, whilst the 1950s and ’60s introduced the legendary Constellation, Speedmaster, Seamaster 300 and Railmaster. Britain’s Royal Flying Corps chose Omega watches in 1917 as official timekeepers for its pilots and again in 1940, RAF Pilots watches were supplied by Omega. Since the company was founded in 1848, Omega has pioneered a huge range of technical innovations in watchmaking. ![]()
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