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Speedmaster NASA tests....
The Omega Speedmaster has a rich history..
Of particular note is it's selection to be the NASA Extra Vehicular activity (EVA) issue watch.. Read an overview about the tests here: More NASA Test Info And this one, which talks about the Omega, Lemania 321; the Rolex, Valjoux72; and the Longines, a. 13ZN finalists. Speedy, Moonwatch ![]()
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very interesting historical info . Thanks buddy!
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Amazing and excellent read!! Do I dare ask how Rolex faired during the tests, and what model they actually tested?
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The Rolex stopped once during the high humidity test (and restarted), and during the high temperature test the hands warped and bound together.. No Rolex Zenith 4030, or in-house 4130 Daytona has ever been tested by NASA.
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Wow..very interesting! I always knew that they were something special, only because the Mercury Project used them...BUT NOT THAT SPECIAL!! Wow, thanks for the info! I can definately use this information to help sell the 2 that I have. One is the 45jewel 1140 and the other one is the one like you see here in the test.. Thanks once again, 58driver
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Very cool read i have my little piece of history in the mail right now....
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I have added a couple of more links to the Speedmaster NASA testing to the Original Post.. Also some other great information at the Sites..
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Here is my copy of the NAWCC Bulletin from February 1993:
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Great link Fr. John..
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I have a Speedmaster 50th Anniversary (sapphire crystal) and love it, but my next watch will be a 16600 Sea-Dweller.
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Thats not to say there have been no Rolex on missions. I have heard there have been a few on missions unofficially.
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wamly welcome
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wonderfull very interesting
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aos i think i may like one of these
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want speedmaster very soon dieciding manual vs auto
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Great links, thanks for sharing.
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Good read. Thanks.
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Thanks for the great info!
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nice...
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Dave Scott - Apollo 15 and Charlie Duke - Apollo 16 both had the crystals pop off their Speedies at some point during EVA.
Tech debrief excerpt: ![]() ____________________________ TT OysterQuartz SS/Black "U" Daytona TT GMT II-C DD OysterQuartz Brietling Aero Omega Speedmaster Pro |
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Hello,
Pretty new to the forums - I am a proud owner of a moonwatch - I was a NASA and project Apollo nut before I became a WIS. From what I remember reading, inside the command or lunar module, most of the astronauts sported their Rolex (definitely know Buzz Aldrin did). I am not an expert on Rolex but I would assume the models at those times came with an acrylic crystal as well? I believe that was a requirement due to the concern of Astronauts inhaling shards of sapphire glass if it shattered in zero G. BTW thanks for the info! |
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Thanks for the info Larry and Fr. John. I am seriously considering purchasing an Omega SP soon and this post was a very good read.
Thank you.
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Hey Guys, We all know how good of an investement the the Vintage SM is. But i would like to ask - What year or any specific component i should look for before buying? How about a 1985?or the early 70's?
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Nothing compares with open space ad $-)
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Great link!
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good stuff... thanx!!!
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I wonder how other watch brands made out in their tests and weather a major decision maker on what watch to use was which brand offered the largest advertizing dollars????
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Omega makes great watches. Nice info !! Thanks
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