Omega Speedmaster Dark Side Of The Moon Co-Axial Chronometer Chronograph 44.25mm Ceramic Diamond Dial & Bezel Leather Strap 311.98.44.51.51.001 - BRAND NEW

The Omega Speedmaster Dark Side of the Moon is one of the most architecturally daring chapters in the Speedmaster story. Introduced as Omega's bold reinterpretation of the legendary Moonwatch lineage, the Dark Side of the Moon collection abandoned the traditional stainless-steel case entirely in favour of a monolithic ceramic construction, taking its name and its all-black aesthetic from the shadowed hemisphere of the moon that faces permanently away from Earth. Reference 311.98.44.51.51.001 represents the most opulent expression of that philosophy, adding diamonds to both the dial and bezel for a result that is simultaneously technical and extravagant.

At 44.25mm, the ceramic case commands real presence on the wrist without sacrificing the ergonomic refinement that Omega's ceramic tooling makes possible. Ceramic is prized in haute horology for its extreme scratch resistance, its dimensional stability across temperature extremes, and its deep, light-absorbing matte-black finish that no metal can replicate. The case of this Speedmaster is shaped and finished entirely in this advanced material, giving it a stealthy, monochromatic coherence that photographs cannot fully capture.

The black dial of reference 311.98.44.51.51.001 is set with diamonds, transforming a surface associated with tool-watch functionality into something closer to fine jewellery. The diamond-set bezel continues that language around the periphery of the case, catching light in deliberate contrast to the absorptive darkness of the ceramic. Together, dial and bezel create a tension between restraint and brilliance that defines this reference and distinguishes it from every other Dark Side of the Moon variant.

Powering the watch is Omega's Co-Axial Chronometer Chronograph movement, a designation that confirms both COSC chronometric certification and the presence of Omega's proprietary Co-Axial escapement — an architecture that reduces friction in the gear train, extends service intervals, and contributes to long-term accuracy in ways that a traditional lever escapement cannot match. The chronograph complication honours the Speedmaster's unbroken heritage as a timing instrument, while the Co-Axial certification grounds it firmly in contemporary horological engineering.

Worn on a leather strap, this Speedmaster reads as something other than a conventional sport chronograph. The strap softens the overall weight on the wrist and introduces a dressy, curated quality that suits boardroom or cocktail attire as readily as it suits a watch collector's rotation. The contrast between the technical ceramic case and the supple leather creates a pairing that feels considered rather than accidental.

Bizak & Co. offers this brand-new Omega Speedmaster Dark Side of the Moon reference 311.98.44.51.51.001 at the best price, backed by the confidence of an authorised and experienced luxury watch dealer. Whether you are drawn to this reference as a collector's statement piece, a wearable work of horological art, or both, our team is ready to answer your questions and guide your purchase. Reach out through bizakandco.com to buy online or to arrange a consultation.