The 1978 Omega Speedmaster Chronograph is part of the iconic Speedmaster Professional series, known as the “Moonwatch” due to its association with NASA’s Apollo missions. By 1978, the Speedmaster had already cemented its place in space exploration history, as it was worn by astronauts during the first moon landing in 1969.

 The 1978 version continued the legacy with its robust design and precision. It was powered by the Omega Caliber 861, a manual-winding movement introduced in 1968, known for its reliability and affordability compared to its predecessor, the
Caliber 321. This chronograph featured the classic black dial with three sub-dials, tachymeter scale, and a 42mm stainless steel case.

 A key milestone in 1978 was NASA’s re-certification of the Speedmaster Professional for all manned space missions, including the Space Shuttle program. After rigorous testing, the watch maintained its status as the only wristwatch officially qualified for extravehicular activity (EVA).

 This era of the Speedmaster reinforced its reputation as a durable, functional timepiece, celebrated by watch enthusiasts and space history fans alike. Its timeless design and historical significance make the 1978 Speedmaster a sought-after collectible.

 Description:

VTG OMEGA Speedmaster Man on The Moon Steel Chronograph. Ref: ST145.022-78. Cal: 861.

*Broken Barrel (Winding) Spring *Running Good *Project!!!

Description:

BRAND: OMEGA

MODEL: Speedmaster Man on The Moon

FEATURES: Wristwatch, Non-Date, Chronograph, 3 Register

CASE:

MATERIAL:  Stainless Steel

CONDITION: Marks, Hairlines

CASE BACK:

MATERIAL:  Stainless Steel

CONDITION: Signed, Screw Down, Marks, Hairlines, Screw Down- Okay

SIZE (WITH CROWN): 43mm

SIZE (WITHOUT CROWN): 41mm

CRYSTAL:

MATERIAL: Acrylic

CONDITION: Scratched

DIAL:

COLOUR: Black

CONDITION: Signed, Clean, Poles Intact, Markers & Chapters Intact

HANDS: All Attached, Clean

DISC: N/A

CONDITION: N/A                     

STEM: Attached, Single Stem

CROWN: Signed

FUNCTION: Winds Watch, Can Be Used To Set The Hands

MOVEMENT:

CALIBRE: 861

CONDITION: Clean, Running, Manual Wind, Broken Barrel Spring

CHRONOGRAPH:
 Yes

START/STOP PUSHER BUTTON:  Attached, Clicks To Activate Hand, Activates Hand

RESET PUSHER BUTTON: Attached, Clicks To Reset Hand, Resets
Hand

STRAP: Attached

MATERIAL: Nabuco

CONDITION: Used                  

BEZEL: Fixed, Stainless Steel, Marks, Hairlines

CLASP/ BUCKLE: Attached

MATERIAL: Stainless Steel

CONDITION: Generic, Works Fine, Marks, Hairlines

SIGNATURE ON: Dial, Case, Crown,
Movement

CASE REFERENCE: ST145.022-78

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