This Speedmaster does not seek reinvention but refines what already works.

There are few watches would invite srutiny quite like the Speedmaster Moonwatch. Its design is so distinctive that even the smallest change stands out. With the new black and white editions, OMEGA makes an calculated adjustment that delicately reshapes how the watch is read sans disturbing its core identity.
Perfectly balanced and function,&nbsp;the 42 mm case remains exactly as it should be. The real update happens on the dial. OMEGA inverts the traditional layout, placing a polished black surface over white sub-dials built on a separate base.

The contrast is crisp and intentional. It enhances legibility and provides the chronograph functions clearer definition, while adding a more graphic tone that appears modish without trying to be fashionable. Details like the rhodium plated sub-dial frames and carefully distinguished minute tracks underline the sense of control throughout the design.
The same restraint carries through to the rest of the watch. A black ceramic bezel with a white enamel tachymeter scale feels more precise than previous iterations. The box shaped sapphire crystal maintains the familiar profile while offering modern scratch resistance. On the wrist, the classic Moonwatch bracelet returns, finished with a discreet comfort adjustment that improves everyday wear without changing the look.

Two material choices shape the character of the collection. Stainless steel feels technical and straightforward, allowing the black and white dial to take the spotlight. Moonshine Gold brings warmth and weight, but remains composed. It is confident without drifting into excess, which suits the Speedmaster better than overt display.
Inside, the Co-Axial Master Chronometer Calibre 3861 delivers contemporary standards of accuracy, magnetic resistance, and reliability. It connects the watch firmly to its historic lineage while meeting current expectations.

Courtesy of Omega.

Omega Reworks the Speedmaster Moonwatch With a Black and White Dial

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