Omega’s Speedmaster chronograph will forever be associated with one of mankind’s most momentous events, the Apollo 11 lunar landing, and first moon walk in 1969. The watch has become a perennial favourite with collectors, known for its iconic, recognizable and enduring designs. The present reference 3593.20 is a limited edition Speedmaster Professional released in 1997 in only 500 examples for the Italian market, celebrating the 40th anniversary of the model. The watch has a unique feature with the “albino” cream-colored dial. In addition to the rare off-white dial, Omega used Luminova, not tritium, for the hands and hour markers, which was a first for the brand. Additionally, the markers were outlined in black for contrast, which was the reverse of a similar feature seen on Omega’s Snoopy series. Another unique feature was the use of sapphire crystals for both the dial side and caseback, a design Omega had never used, and would not use again for their standard production Speedmasters for another five years. Finally, the “Albino” was also Omega’s first timepiece to use the caliber 1863.
The present watch is in new old stock condition, and is offered complete with presentation box and certificates. Omega today is highly sought after by collectors, and this rarely seen and distinctive limited edition Albino model is an excellent opportunity for the collector.