Slimmer than the Moonwatch - the new Omega Speedmaster ’57 makes a giant leap towards wearability
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When Omega’s eye turned towards their 1957 trilogy of sports watches, the reissued vintage watch trend was sky-high, but not yet at its peak. The last few years have seen brands like Omega perfecting the art of the retro, figuring out which elements needed updating and which ones were best kept in their original state. The new generation of Omega Speedmaster ’57 watches (read our review here) have hit every horological nail on the head, but behind their instant adoration on social media there is a a lot to delve into. Recently, Andrew visited Omega’s headquarters with their VP of Product, Gregory Kissling, to find out more about these bold new models. "Initially, I just thought this was a beautiful watch aesthetically," Andrew says in the video. "But then, as I researched more into it, I realised there was a whole story here."
The most obvious changes to the latest Omega Speedmaster ’57 watches would have to be the inclusion of colour on the dials, something that definitely wasn’t common in the 1950s but now feels necessary to impart more personal character to the watches. The process for achieving such a lush and colourful sunburst is explained in the video, but what's equally significant is the dramatically reduced slimness of the 40.5mm case. This new version now comes in at a svelte 12.99mm that transforms the overall wearability of the watch. "Compare this generation to the previous one and this is more than 3mm thinner," Gregory explains.
That, of course, all comes down to the movement. "The idea was to remove the self-winding mechanism and now we have a [movement with] a total thickness of only 6.4mm," Gregory says. "It's actually thinner than the MoonWatch movement."
Despite being whittled down, rest assured you still get a serious movement in the form of the Omega Co-Axial Master Chronometer Calibre 9906. Manually wound, the balance wheel is made of silicon, which helps lower the magnetic effect of timekeeping, while two barrel wheels are used to give the watch 60 hours of power reserve. Plus, of course, this being Omega, you also get METAS certification as well.
For all the in-depth footage of this fascinating watch, be sure to check out the video.
The Omega Speedmaster ’57 pricing and availability:
The Omega Speedmaster ’57 in its new form is available now from Omega boutiques and authorised dealers. Price: $12,725 AUD (on leather) / $12,200 AUD (on bracelet)
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Andrew interviewing Andrew's Euro-clone prototype
@MrJamesDuffy
Жыл бұрын
I was reminded of the scene in Airplane! when Leslie Neilson talks with Peter Graves.
@Timeandtidewatches
Жыл бұрын
I can only dream of a jawline like Gregory's 😅 BUT THANKS - Andrew
@MrJamesDuffy
Жыл бұрын
@@Timeandtidewatches A supernatural clown terrorizes the children of Derry, Maine.
@MrJamesDuffy
Жыл бұрын
Oh, and if you were not prompting me to make a joke in the style of the film Airplane!, I was just referencing a scene with two actors who look the same (but not really). kzread.info/dash/bejne/eXlllNyeedy2qJM.html
@DJ_SAMMY_P
Жыл бұрын
@@Timeandtidewatches if Gregory is the CEO of jawline, then you're at least the non-executive chairman - great video Andrew as always
Unbelievable beautiful timepieces. Each color is stunning. You really can not go wrong on which one to choose from the group. Thank you for pointing out how “slim” it is. I’m looking forward to seeing it in person. Omega really knocked it out of the park!
@Timeandtidewatches
Жыл бұрын
They certainly did - and I simply cannot choose a favourite colour - and the sandwich dial too is superb - incredibly tough choices here. Thanks for watching Robert, Andrew
@sfomann
Жыл бұрын
@@Timeandtidewatches That is exactly why I have not bought it yet. I cannot decide on the color. They are all gorgeous!
@DeanoTXR53
Жыл бұрын
Agreed. It’s a shame these are impossible to find on Omega‘s website. Aside from the beige lume version. Seriously though, where are these on their website?
@oaktree1628
Жыл бұрын
@@DeanoTXR53 visit an Omega boutique.
I really like that burgundy version. But there is something alluring about that midnight blue version.
Beautiful pieces of art. Omega sure knows how to make a great watch movement and aesthetically pleasing to the eye. I will buy the burgundy dial🤔
Such a stunning collection. Those applied hour markers and logo. The refinement of the case and bracelet system. Not to mention, the cutting-edge technology, powering this beast. Such a classy piece, covered in an equally classy performance on the part of both, Gregory as well as yourself, Andrew. You always seem to be in the right place, at the right time, and you never cease to amaze me w/ your poise. Bravo mate.....👏bravo. Here's wishing you all the best. Cheers.....
Gorgeous watches the specs are near perfect. Omega has really gained a lot of hype this year.
@Timeandtidewatches
Жыл бұрын
Yep, wears like a dream.
@993mike
2 ай бұрын
Really beautiful watch, but the thickness reduction comes at the price of it now being a manual wind movement. Very much a one step forward, one step backward proposition.
The Omega Speedmaster Pro (Hesalite) was/is my dream watch and it's the first luxury watch I ever bought (new). The Speedmaster '57 (blue dial) may be the second watch I will one day buy (love it)....sadly the price of the '57 is now double of when I bought my Moonwatch.
Was at the airport in Geneva .There were many Rolex watches on the windows at the shop as exhibited .Though none was available,absolutely zero .Went into a Omega shop ,there were plenty of beautiful watches available and the mechanics are even a lot better ! I recently bought the classic speed master piece.I have a submariner Rolex . The design is at least as beautiful as the Rolex !I think I will buy this Speedmaster 57.I have become a fan after witnessing such a silly way of doing business with Rolex.
@Timeandtidewatches
Жыл бұрын
A common story these days unfortunately, but Omega's win.
@Mega-zi7ys
Жыл бұрын
It's good because ppl who were closed minded before finally are opening up their eyes and discovering Omega! At the right time! Bec Omega has been coming up with such great watches lately! They're back on track! My friends who saw the 3861 in the flesh were all surprised how good looking it is.
Omega finally figured out how to make some of the coax movements thinner! Great looking watch.
That blue pvd is gorgeous!!!!!
Bought the blue in Switzerland recently. Beautiful watch.
I'll have one of each of the colourways please. On the bucket list. I am an Omega fanboy. Thx T&T..keep 'em coming!!
For me it’s really between the green and the black. I really like the 3d effect on the black but I also like the fact that the green seems to have this deep green that shifts depending on the light.
Stunning - both the watch and your presentation. Thanks.
The green is amazing, hell all are amazing. I got a message from a local omega boutique when this came in, a week later it was sold out.
Lovely aesthetic, elegant and balanced. And great presentation. I have a few two subdial chronographs, this one would fit among them very nicely!
@Timeandtidewatches
Жыл бұрын
Well said, truly among the best looking Bicompax out there, if not #1.
Love the colors! I came into the video thinking a Speedmaster without a black dial doesn't look right, but these all look great.
@Timeandtidewatches
Жыл бұрын
The sandwich dial keeps the heritage vibe real, but the colours are just irresistible. Don't ask me to choose though, please.
Not the biggest Omega fan but these are beautiful. I think the blue is my favourite. The only other Speedy I like is the Moonphase black dial. Just a shame that they’re probably a little bit over my budget!
been looking for a single watch that is worth selling my current 6 piece collection for. This is it. I think I just found my grail. amazing!
I love dive watches but Omega seems to have stepped up here. It seems so classy and elegant.
@travr6
Жыл бұрын
I hate dive watches but I agree
That green and red watches are gorgeous!! Hope you'll do a video like this on the Green Seamaster.
@Timeandtidewatches
Жыл бұрын
Already have 🤯
Cant seem to find info on how thick the watch is? Even on omega site. But by looking at it, impressive how thin it is considering most chronographs are so thick and bulky. Beautiful watch 😘
These pieces are gorgeous. And that movement looks so good. However Someone needs to explain to me how Rolex manages to make a thinner automatic chronograph.
@FightingMango
Жыл бұрын
With 50m more water resistance to boot
@Mega-zi7ys
Жыл бұрын
Many actually like a little more "substantial" piece on the wrist.
The green dial is absolutely brutal
Lovely. Omega has so much incredible momentum, so many winners recently.
Wearability is really an underrated quality but so important! I wish Tag Heuer would take note of this. The Heuer 02 movement is like a hockey puck.
@Davidzc0
Жыл бұрын
Right. And they magically slim it in some applications. Make them all thinner!!!!
@IRNeuuub
Жыл бұрын
Movement thickness is overrated in these relatively medium watch heights... How did IWC manage to make a 12.8mm thick Portugieser Chronograph with a 7750 derivative some 20 years ago otherwise?! Model 3714... 7750 is even thicker than both Tag Heuer 02 and Omega 9300. If we start pushing chronographs below 11-12mm height, that's where movement construction gets excruciatingly relevant
I bumped the moonwatch on the door inside the honeybucket once and the bezel got knocked off of the watch. It dropped on the floor and didn't go inside the toilet. I didn't know the bezel could come off so easily. If the numbers and lines are etched on the case itself and the bezel is not a separate piece it would be a better design.
57 speedy looks so much better without all that tacho text crap on the bezel. Nobody I know actually reads that stuff.
And needless to ask: they finally included a quick adjustment clasp, right?
The new movement looks great! The hands and the applied logo look great! But I do miss the twisted lugs ( to much a Moonwatch fan) . Imho the late 90s Moonwatch broad arrow „Replica“ cal. 1861 with its metal hands and applied vintage logo (and with the 42mm classic twisted lugs case) looks even nicer! P.S. Hope Omega makes next year (2023) a readdition of the Omega Speedmaster 125th first released in 1973. Love those central minutes chronograph watches! Thanks for the great content!
@Timeandtidewatches
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching Pete, and for the learned comments - Andrew
Amazing work guys. Best Watch Media team in the business.
@Timeandtidewatches
Жыл бұрын
Thanks JJ 🙏🏻
This does make me rethink getting an IWC pilot Chronograph
Omega smashed it with this line!
@Timeandtidewatches
Жыл бұрын
They really did. All the tech, all the beauty, all the value - winning everywhere.
Movement is gorgeous, colours are fantastic, slimmness spot on. Talking of spots, who's the fella with the wart on his thumb 🤣
Stunning watches! Well done!
Copied the Tag Carrera 02 dark blue and green; the design is very close also. I really like that dark red!
Great interview, this new line is on fire.
@Timeandtidewatches
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Ron. The 57 is fire 100% of the time, 100% of the time.
Stunning! Thank you for this video.
@Timeandtidewatches
Жыл бұрын
It's really nice of you to thank us. Thank YOU for watching - Andrew
These are amazing! I wish they discontinue the Railmaster line
Beautiful Omega. Wow. Thanks.
For me that is literally the most (all around) attractive watch I’ve ever seen.
@Timeandtidewatches
Жыл бұрын
Not surprised
7:36 the guy highlighted the black minute tracks on all of them twice and yet you didn't even notice.
Although the older 57 release was too thick, it had a much better bracelet and clasp. The new bracelet feels flimsier and cheaper, the automatic versions bracelet is solid
I want the blue dial please . just beautiful. I wonder what she would look like with the black bezel
@Timeandtidewatches
Жыл бұрын
Midnight vibes.
WOW these timepieces are just damn stunning. I've been saving up for a Seamaster 300m but after seeing these I'm seriously reconsidering my choice.
@2K9s
Жыл бұрын
Have you looked at an aqua terra? They really surprised me and I’m a huge fan of divers. The new sea master 300 chrono is a beast.
@marvntreyhd
Жыл бұрын
@@2K9s I have and boy are they stunning.
aah that green 😍. Thanks Andrew
@Timeandtidewatches
Жыл бұрын
Perfection
If they will refresh the dark side of the moon series with the new movement it will be amazing
It’s not often you get to say this, but that is a perfect watch.
@Timeandtidewatches
Жыл бұрын
Would need to see it on a variety of straps for the final call, but yes, a contender.
Great looking watches! Pre-ordered 2 six months ago!
@Timeandtidewatches
Жыл бұрын
Keep us posted!
@sfomann
Жыл бұрын
Which 2 color did you ordered? are you planning to keep both?!
Was this a video about the Omega Speedmaster '57, or a bro-mance extraordinaire in the making? Perhaps a little from both? The answer, I feel, is clearer than that sapphire crystal👍
@marcusflack1523
Жыл бұрын
Bloody excellent comment soupistasty5
I love Omega and this is a gorgeous redesign, but most enthusiast are already manually winding a moon watch every other day, so why would I want to wind another. This would have been the perfect addition if it was automatic. Nonetheless the colors are amazing, but I will await this in a new auto. Cheers
@marcusflack1523
Жыл бұрын
But then it’s gonna be thicker. Defeating the purpose of this awesome new addition.
The description says "Price: $12,725 AUD (on leather) / $12,200 AUD (on bracelet)" I assume that's backwards? Or it's one HELL of a leather strap. :) I'm not the biggest chronograph fan but those are pretty sweet.
I have now seen all the four variations in metal, including the least available Burgundy. My preference in order is Blue, Burgundy, Green and Sandwich. I was tempted to get the burgundy as that is, according to my dealer, the rarest and might holds it value better in future. But I let my heart decide this and I got the Blue one. I plan to wear it and not store it in a safe as an investment!!
@Raven77844
Жыл бұрын
Hmm. Thats odd. My local AD received a burgundy several months ago (their 1st 57) and still unsold. Not so popular. There is a long wait list for the blue. Im eagerly waiting for mine. Im 2nd on the list, and I hope to get it next month. 😊
@sfomann
Жыл бұрын
@@Raven77844 Yes you are right. He was probably trying to get me to buy the Burgundy one instead of the Blue one. I think Omega is playing Rolex game by releasing very few Burgundy making it appear it is rare. They are now doing the same for the blue one I think!
When does this release?
@Timeandtidewatches
Жыл бұрын
Released!
Love to see a micro rotor, but this still has to be the best Releases Omega has done in years.
Stunning watches! Pure class!
@Timeandtidewatches
Жыл бұрын
All the class
They are fantastic watches. Absolutely love mine. My Rolex not been on the wrist for ages.
They have outdone themselves! 😍
These are amazing watches. Incredible colors. Lush dimensional dials and awesome brightwork. However, if a Speedmaster is to be used for it purpose - that is, timing laps, then the stick hands and the lack of a date makes more sense. To paraphrase the Cannonball Run, when I'm timing laps, a date is like a rear view mirror... I just don't need it! These are impressive watches, but not tool watches like my 2000 Speedy manual wind.
@Timeandtidewatches
Жыл бұрын
Fair enough, but for mine, when the date window integrates this beautifully (and symmetrically / sympathetically) I think it deserves an extra tip of the cap - Andrew
I believe this is 13mm thick? Wish they could have done this in 11mm and 100m water resist... one can dream
@Mega-zi7ys
Жыл бұрын
It wears thin... paper specs don't tell the whole story
They are lovely, and so are the new 39mm Aqua Terras, but they are still not available going on 7 months or so after the "release". They are saying the way they are creating the sunburst dials is a new technology that they are working out the wrinkles with for mass production, but that is what is kinda silly to me. If you can't produce at scale yet, it isn't ready to be released, and the way they released them along with the moonswatches right before Baselworld idk just seems gimmicky and a bit tacky. Don't get me wrong the prototypes and computer mock ups look great, but we will see how they look when they actually are being sold to the public. Looking forward to my Omega boutique letting me know they actually have some.
Ese Speedy verde me tiene loco. Hace mucho tiempo que no veia una Joya asi. Tremendo peluco.
I think I’ve just found my Speedy.
@Timeandtidewatches
Жыл бұрын
🙌🙌
Need one of these
Stunning, the burgundy one for me.
Why are watches always displayed with the date of number 8?
@Timeandtidewatches
Жыл бұрын
Good question - lucky for some
Oooh. Wanna. Wanna. So gorgeous ❤❤❤
Can’t wait for these.
Vintage black all the way. Goes with any out fit! I feel like one of the other color ways will have me not wanting to wear with certain color shirts.
Love it great watch! Well done
The green face is absolutely fantastic!
The watches are stunning. Congrats Omega! Not so impressed with the interviewer though. He speaks more than the Omega guy…
@Timeandtidewatches
Жыл бұрын
That would be me, Andrew, nice to meet you. As in About Effing Time, it's established I talk too much. I could do better. I get too excited. Thanks for watching.
@stickshifter8
Жыл бұрын
@@Timeandtidewatches Ha! Thanks for your reply. Self awareness is a virtue, much welcome these days, specially in social media. You just got yourself a new subscriber. Saludos from a watch enthusiast!
Stunning!
How much
I want one of each colour way..is that a bad thing? 😊
@Timeandtidewatches
Жыл бұрын
As Tom Jones would say, it's not unusual.
@PeterKotsa
Жыл бұрын
@@Timeandtidewatches hahaha, totally agree 😂
Wow love this new design
Omega, please bring back the Speedmaster FOIS and make it thinner too.
That burgundy dial is 🔥
@Timeandtidewatches
Жыл бұрын
Simply CANNOT decide which is the hottest - impossible.
The last year or two omega have been killing it
@Mega-zi7ys
Жыл бұрын
Yes exactly!
Could the interviewer/reviewer have shown any less interest in the clockface chronograph? The move from 30 minute counter to clockface might be the single biggest improvement that it's possible to make to a chronograph but hey, that's no reason to suddenly acknowledge that chronographs are for timing things and having a cool watch with the cute little clocks on the dial is... well, just cute. And they dare to call it a tool watch!
Would you consider purchasing one for yourself Andrew? You seem very taken by the 57! If so, which colour would you lean towards?
@Timeandtidewatches
Жыл бұрын
Yes, absolutely - I ask myself this question a lot - I find the sandwich dial vintage themed one almost the winner, but the colours drag me back. Torn.
@danieltaylor4475
Жыл бұрын
@@Timeandtidewatches the sandwich dial is hot! Will need to check these out in person.
How cute you both wear the same color suit.
@Timeandtidewatches
Жыл бұрын
💕
That burgundy 😍
Nice. Where the heck is the new aqua terra though?
@Timeandtidewatches
Жыл бұрын
Dude, this video is about the 57 Speedy, ain't no AT in this story.
Nice watches really, but i didn't see the masterpiece, where is the moonSwatch ???
They look great! I'm hoping Omega will eventually add a self-winding rotor to match the functionality of other chronograph automatics with similar thickness.
They're very nice but a tad expensive id stick to a moonwatch for the money
I'm in love
Lovely watch, however fingers crossed Omega will soon get over their Fauxtina phase.
Greg dresses like a magician.
@Timeandtidewatches
Жыл бұрын
Because he is. With a chiselled Hollywood jaw as a bonus.
You two are very sharply dressed !
WOW. the speedmaster 57 is SO GORGEOUS.. LOVE IT. but wish the case diameter were bigger. something like 42 or 43mm. it would've been perfect (for me of course).. thanks great video.
Would've preferred a 60 min track on the right sub dial
That would be the vintage 3d sandwich dial for me. Oh, and Omega, please twist the lugs in next generation. Thank you :)
That burgundy dial
Beautiful watches
Almost 10k ..
Speedmaster 57 or breitling premier b01 ?
@Timeandtidewatches
Жыл бұрын
Both brands have superior chronograph pedigree, so it comes down to aesthetics.
@Mega-zi7ys
Жыл бұрын
Speedmaster!
The price of the bracelet model is off by $1k in the description - should be $13,200, not $12,200.
@shaq6772
Жыл бұрын
I have seen the bracelet physically it is are very flimsy and cheap . I reccomend going with leather ...
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