Omega Speedmaster Dark Side of the Moon Apollo 8 44.25mm Black Ceramic

Omega Speedmaster Dark Side of the Moon Apollo 8 44.25mm Black Ceramic

The Omega Speedmaster, reference 311.92.44.30.01.001 is one of the most unique and story-driven pieces in the Speedmaster lineup. The Apollo 8 edition takes the “Dark Side of the Moon” concept literally, featuring a fully skeletonized movement with laser-engraved lunar surface textures across the bridges and plates. It’s a powerful tribute to the first crewed mission to orbit the far side of the Moon in 1968.

The 44.25mm case is crafted from black zirconium oxide ceramic, giving the watch a lightweight yet rugged feel. The matte finish keeps it stealthy on the wrist, while yellow accents on the chronograph hands and outer track bring a subtle contrast that ties everything together. On the caseback, Omega engraved the words “We’ll see you on the other side,” the final message from Apollo 8’s Command Module Pilot Jim Lovell before the spacecraft passed behind the Moon.

Inside is the manual-winding Calibre 1869, a special version of the classic 1861 movement, finished with lunar surface textures visible from both the front and back. The front represents the light side of the Moon, while the back reveals the dark side bringing the Apollo 8 mission full circle in mechanical form.

The watch is paired with a perforated black leather strap featuring yellow contrast stitching and a ceramic pin buckle. It’s a perfect choice for someone who wants the heritage and function of the Speedmaster, but with a design and story that set it apart from the rest of the collection.