At the beginning of 2019, OMEGA, the famous Swiss watchmaking brand, announced the re-production of the legendary 321 movement, satisfying the long expectation of superfans. In July of the same year, Omega launched the super Boss series moon watch platinum model with a new 321 movement, which was warmly welcomed by watch enthusiasts and space fans.
The Super Master Lunar Watch 321 is a 39.7mm fine steel case with a bezel made of black polished zirconia ceramic and white enamel speedometer scale. In a continuation of the iconic Supermaster Moonwatch style, the black "step" dial features a small second dial, a 30-minute dial, a 12-hour dial and a central timing hand. The dial is engraved with the retro-inspired Omega brand logo. Watch collectors will also be pleasantly surprised to find that the bezel's speed scale features the signature "Dot over 90". Most importantly, through the sapphire glass watch back, super power fans can enjoy the classic movement 321 operation of the United States at any time.
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Omega original 321 movement is one of the great legendary movement in the history of the brand. It is sought after by watch lovers all over the world for its solid construction and exquisite design. In 1957, the first SUPER Master watch was carried by 321 movement. Its famous integrated guide wheel design is very demanding for the precision degree and technological requirements of movement structure, which has a high technical value. |
In addition to its sophisticated structure, the original 321 movement carries great historical significance. The third generation super Master SERIES ST 105.003 wrist watch is equipped with 321 movement through the United States National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) rigorous testing, became the only designated watch equipment for all its manned missions, and accompanied astronaut Edward White in 1965 on the first American "spacewalk" mission. In 1969, the SUPER Boss SERIES ST 105.012, also equipped with a 321 movement, accompanied the Apollo 11 astronauts on the first moon landing, becoming the first watch to land on the moon.
To reappear the classic movement with outstanding reputation, Omega established an expert team composed by researcher, developer, historian and skilled watchmaker. The project took more than two years and involved extensive research and restoration work to accurately recreate the design and characteristics of the original 321 movement, a tribute to the first man to land on the moon in 1969.
Human exploration of space has never stopped, the spirit of Omega exploration is also indomitable. The strong return of the 321 movement caused a warm response, its has been carried in the super boss series of moon watch 321 platinum and fine steel, not only continued to write the glory of this great movement, but also reveals the pioneering spirit of The Omega and watchmaking legend.
To reappear the classic movement with outstanding reputation, Omega established an expert team composed by researcher, developer, historian and skilled watchmaker. The project took more than two years and involved extensive research and restoration work to accurately recreate the design and characteristics of the original 321 movement, a tribute to the first man to land on the moon in 1969.
Human exploration of space has never stopped, the spirit of Omega exploration is also indomitable. The strong return of the 321 movement caused a warm response, its has been carried in the super boss series of moon watch 321 platinum and fine steel, not only continued to write the glory of this great movement, but also reveals the pioneering spirit of The Omega and watchmaking legend.