Despite being in existence for decades upon decades, the luxury watch industry is always changing, and the products of today are often a far cry from the creations of yesteryear in many respects. One of the most prominent advances has been in the area of packaging. In our contemporary world, the packaging is just as much of a way to make a statement as the actual wristwatch, and in the last few days we received a superb reminder of that truism. If you’ve been following our social media channels, you’ll already have seen Mr. Bob Bredon’s latest video blog, but we simply couldn’t pass up on the opportunity to discuss its subject – the latest Moonwatch – here on our main blog as well.
As you’ve perhaps guessed, it was the packaging of this Speedmaster that really caught our eye when we received the delivery for this wristwatch, and in Bob’s own words, it was like nothing he’d ever seen. Clearly, that’s saying a lot! However, if you watch the video shown below, then you’ll doubtless come to agree. The fabric case is divided into sections that unfold and unhook to reveal the timepiece, and the fact that even the box is emblazoned with the iconic screw-on Speedmaster caseback also showcases the exceptional level of love that has gone into every part of this product.
When you finally unearth the Moonwatch nestled within this breathtaking cocoon, you realise that it’s far from the only curiosity contained within. You also receive a further insignia piece displaying the Speedmaster emblem, and there’s even an Omega-branded eyeglass included, allowing you to peruse the Speedmaster in breathtaking detail. On a more practical note, a plethora of extra straps are provided too, alongside a selection of replacement spring bars for the bracelet of the watch.
The spring bars conform to the new ‘sporting’ pattern, meaning that they screw into the bracelet, as opposed to being secured by the less reliable ‘pin and tube’ fastening of bygone years. The tool to undertake adjustments is enclosed as well, so it really is ‘the complete package’. But what about the actual watch? Well, this manually-wound chronograph is everything you could expect from a watch that carries the legacy of the first timepiece to be worn on the moon. The caseback confirms the suitability of this watch for even manned space missions, and hesalite glass has been favoured over the more usual sapphire, specifically because of its presence on the original Moonwatch.
The debate over whether hesalite or sapphire crystal is superior is a long standing one, and often rather misses the point that both materials have their inherent advantages. The warm ‘vintage’ aesthetics of hesalite are definitely a boon in this instance, and it’s incredibly simple to polish out any scratches too. The affordability of hesalite also lends itself towards the accessibility of this Speedmaster in a general sense, as, considering everything that’s involved, this really is a great buy.
The Speedmaster shown in our video may have been destined for somebody else’s ownership, but you too can obtain your own Omega Moonwatch Speedmaster 42mm watch by getting in touch with us today. Retailing for £3,340, and available on 0% finance for 36 payments of £74.22 and a 20% deposit, this is a very special watch in every conceivable sense. This Speedmaster model was part of all six lunar missions, but if the themes within this timepiece appeal to you then it’s also worth having a look at our main Omega Speedmaster page, as you’ll find many related watches assembled in this collection. If you’d like to find out more, call us on 01524 38 48 58. We’ll be happy to help.
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