The Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch Professional collection is the specific line of hand-wound chronograph watches that descended directly from the model NASA selected and qualified for all crewed space missions in 1965, making it one of the most historically significant wristwatches ever produced. Available here in 42mm stainless steel cases across a range of configurations — black dial and white dial, paired with steel bracelets, leather straps, NATO-style nylon fabric straps, or rubber straps — the references in this collection include both current-production examples and certified pre-owned pieces. Key references represented include the 311.30.42.30.01.003, the 310.30.42.50.01.002, the 310.30.42.50.04.001, and the full strap-variant family in the 310.32.42.50 series. Every Speedmaster Moonwatch for sale at Bizak and Co. is authenticated, inspected, and ready to ship.
About the Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch Professional
The Omega Speedmaster traces its origins to 1957, when it was introduced as a sport and racing chronograph, but it earned its defining identity in 1969 when it accompanied the Apollo 11 crew to the lunar surface — a distinction no other watch has claimed. The Moonwatch Professional designation marks the direct lineage of that NASA-approved reference, distinguished by its hesalite crystal on most references, hand-wound mechanical movement, tachymeter bezel, and the iconic asymmetric case that has remained faithful to the original design for decades. The 42mm case size is standard across the Professional line, and the collection spans dial variants — most notably the classic matte black and the more contemporary white — each offering the same column-wheel chronograph architecture prized by collectors and enthusiasts worldwide. This is a watch equally at home on a vintage-inspired leather strap, a period-correct nylon NATO, a modern rubber strap, or the signature stainless steel bracelet.
What to Look For
Buyers comparing references should pay close attention to the reference number suffix, as it encodes critical differences: the 310.30.42.50 references feature a steel bracelet, while 310.32.42.50 variants share the same case and movement paired with an alternate strap — rubber, leather, or nylon — making the latter an excellent entry point or a versatile second configuration. Dial color is the other major differentiator in this collection, with the traditional black dial commanding the strongest collector heritage and the white dial offering a sportier, high-contrast aesthetic that has grown significantly in popularity. Pre-owned examples of the Moonwatch Professional tend to hold value exceptionally well given the model's cultural cachet and Omega's consistent production quality, making both new and pre-owned pieces strong acquisitions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch references 310.30.42.50 and 310.32.42.50?
The 310.30.42.50 references come on the stainless steel bracelet, while the 310.32.42.50 references house the same 42mm case and movement but are fitted with an alternative strap — either leather, rubber, or nylon NATO depending on the final digits of the reference. Both groups share the same Professional Chronograph specification, so the choice is largely one of wearing preference and price. Bizak and Co. carries multiple variants from both families in black and white dial configurations.
Is the Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch Professional a good investment?
The Speedmaster Moonwatch Professional has demonstrated strong value retention over decades, supported by its unique NASA flight heritage, unbroken production history, and worldwide collector demand. While no watch purchase is guaranteed to appreciate, the Moonwatch's cultural significance and Omega's stewardship of the design make it one of the more resilient references in the mid-luxury chronograph segment. Both new and certified pre-owned examples at Bizak and Co. represent well-documented pieces with clear provenance.
Does the Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch Professional come with a hesalite or sapphire crystal?
The standard Speedmaster Moonwatch Professional — the direct heir to the NASA-qualified reference — is fitted with a hesalite acrylic crystal on the front and a caseback display in sapphire glass, a specification Omega has maintained to honor the original mission watch. Hesalite scratches more easily than sapphire but is highly shatter-resistant and can be polished, which many purists consider a feature rather than a drawback. If crystal type is important to your purchase decision, the team at Bizak and Co. can confirm the exact specification for each listed reference.
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