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Speedmaster Moonwatch Professional
Ref. 310.30.42.50.01.001, 310.30.42.50.01.002
The watch that went to the Moon, still hand-wound, still 42 mm. Here's what it really costs today, which version I'd buy, and where the best verified price is.
Deal · Compare · Prices · Buying guide · History · Specs · FAQ
Current deal · verified Oct 19, 2026, 8:22 PM ET
$6,650 Retail $7,800
Save $1,150 (15%) · new · WatchMaxx
Ref. 310.30.42.50.01.001 (hesalite, steel bracelet) · In stock (per WatchMaxx)
Brand new from a grey-market dealer. WatchMaxx lists its own 5-year WatchMaxx warranty, not Omega's. Jomashop had the same ref at $6,950, or $6,650 with a $300 coupon (checked 8:23 PM ET). Prices change fast; check the store before you buy.
Price comparison: fixed-price listings
| Store | Condition | Box & papers | Asking price | Link | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chrono24 marketplace seller | unworn | Not stated | $5,890 | View | Oct 19, 2026 |
| Watchfinder | pre-owned | Yes | $5,935 | View | Oct 19, 2026 |
| WatchMaxx | new | Yes* | $6,650 | View | Oct 19, 2026 |
| Jomashop | new | Yes* | $6,650 | View | Oct 19, 2026 |
| Swiss Watch Expo | pre-owned | Yes | $7,075 | View | Oct 19, 2026 |
Fixed-price (buy-now) asking prices in USD for ref. 310.30.42.50.01.001, cheapest new and cheapest pre-owned with box and papers per store, sorted low to high and checked Oct 19, 2026 (ET). Buy-now listings only. Pre-owned listings are shown only when the listing states box and papers. * New from a grey-market dealer: comes boxed, but the warranty card may be the dealer's rather than the brand's. Chrono24 rows are individual third-party marketplace sellers. Prices change fast; confirm with the store.
What it really costs
| Market | Price | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Omega US retail | $7,800 (.001 hesalite) · $9,000 (.002 sapphire) | omegawatches.com |
| Grey-market new | $6,650 (.001) · $7,650 (.002) at WatchMaxx | watchmaxx.com |
| Pre-owned (.001) | about $5,750 – $7,600 (median ~$6,600) | Chrono24 |
All prices in USD, checked Oct 19, 2026 (ET). Pre-owned ranges are the middle 80% of asking prices on the first Chrono24 results page for that ref (about 60 listings, used and some unworn), fixed-price listings only. Grey-market = brand-new from a non-authorized dealer.
Buying guide
Key references
| Ref. | What it is | US retail |
|---|---|---|
| 310.30.42.50.01.001 | Hesalite crystal, steel bracelet, solid caseback | $7,800 |
| 310.30.42.50.01.002 | Sapphire crystal, steel bracelet | $9,000 |
Which one I'd pick
Hesalite (.001) vs sapphire (.002): the hesalite version is the Moon-era formula (Omega says it's inspired by the 4th-generation Speedmaster worn on the Moon) and $1,200 cheaper at retail. The sapphire version adds a scratch-resistant crystal. If you want 'the Moonwatch', I'd get the hesalite. If you hate scratches, get the sapphire.
What to check before you buy
- Box and papers: an Omega warranty card dated and matched to the watch matters for resale. Grey-market new watches may carry the dealer's warranty instead of Omega's, so ask which one you're getting.
- Hand-wound: there is no rotor, so a 'stopped' watch is usually just unwound. Check that the chronograph starts, stops and resets cleanly.
- Fakes and red flags: the Speedmaster is heavily counterfeited. Be wary of prices far below the grey-market numbers above, stock photos only, or sellers who won't show the caseback and the card.
Alternatives worth a look
- Zenith Chronomaster Sport: Automatic El Primero chronograph that measures 1/10th seconds. (41 mm stainless steel, El Primero 3600, retail $12,300 (03.3100.3600/69.M3100, dealers' listed retail))
- TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph 39 Glassbox: A racing chronograph with a domed 'glassbox' crystal, smaller and cheaper. (39 mm stainless steel, Calibre TH20-00, retail $7,250 (CBS2210.FC6534, dealers' listed retail))
- Breitling Navitimer B01 Chronograph 43: A pilot's chronograph with an in-house automatic movement and slide-rule bezel. (43 mm stainless steel, Breitling Manufacture Calibre 01, retail $10,700 (AB0138211B1A1, black dial, steel bracelet))
History
Omega launched the Speedmaster in 1957. The first model, the CK 2915 'Broad Arrow', was a 38.6 mm steel chronograph with a tachymeter scale on the bezel.
On March 1, 1965, NASA qualified the Speedmaster for all manned missions after a punishing test programme. Four years later Buzz Aldrin wore one on the lunar surface during Apollo 11, and the 'Moonwatch' name stuck. In 1970 a Speedmaster was used to time a critical manual engine burn on the crippled Apollo 13, and Omega later received NASA's Silver Snoopy Award.
In 2021 Omega moved the Moonwatch Professional to the Co-Axial Master Chronometer Calibre 3861, still manual-wind, with a 50-hour power reserve, and kept the asymmetric case, step dial and dot-over-90 bezel of the fourth-generation watch that went to the Moon.
During Apollo 13, Jack Swigert used his Speedmaster to time a critical 14-second engine burn for the return to Earth.
Specifications
| Brand | Omega |
|---|---|
| Model | Speedmaster Moonwatch Professional |
| Key references | 310.30.42.50.01.001, 310.30.42.50.01.002 |
| Launch year | 1957 |
| Case | 42 mm stainless steel |
| Lug-to-lug | 47.5 mm |
| Thickness | 13.54 mm |
| Lug width | 20 mm |
| Crystal | Hesalite (.001) or sapphire (.002) |
| Frequency | 3 Hz |
| Bracelet | Brushed steel bracelet, five arched links per row |
| Weight (approx.) | 134 g (.001) |
| Movement | Calibre 3861, manual-wind chronograph (Master Chronometer) |
| Power reserve | 50 hours |
| Water resistance | 50 m |
| Approx. US retail (Oct 2026) | $7,800 (.001, hesalite, bracelet); $9,000 (.002, sapphire, bracelet) |
Specs from the brand's official product page for the main reference. Retail prices are list prices, not market value, and change often.
Highlights
- Hand-wound co-axial chronograph
- Hesalite or sapphire crystal
- Asymmetric case with crown guards
FAQ
How much is an Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch?
Omega's US retail is $7,800 for the hesalite 310.30.42.50.01.001 and $9,000 for the sapphire .002 on bracelet (checked Oct 19, 2026). New from grey-market dealers it was $6,650 at WatchMaxx, and pre-owned asking prices on Chrono24 mostly ran about $5,750 to $7,600.
What's the difference between hesalite and sapphire Speedmasters?
The .001 has a hesalite (acrylic) crystal, the classic Moonwatch look. The .002 has a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal and costs $1,200 more at retail.
Is the Speedmaster Moonwatch automatic?
No. The Moonwatch Professional uses the manual-winding Calibre 3861 with about 50 hours of power reserve.
Is the Speedmaster water resistant?
It's rated to 50 m (5 bar). Fine for rain and hand-washing, but it isn't a dive watch.
Which Speedmaster went to the Moon?
Buzz Aldrin wore a Speedmaster during Apollo 11 in 1969. NASA had qualified the Speedmaster for all manned missions in 1965.
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