The creators of the first watch worn on the moon have anticipated the next giant leap
with a stylish new Speedmaster designed to measure every moment on planet Earth -
and Mars. Made in partnership with the European Space Agency (ESA), OMEGA’s
Speedmaster X-33 Marstimer is everything the name suggests.
Providing power to the new Marstimer is OMEGA’s 5622 Calibre. A highly precise,
thermo‑compensated, quartz movement, which handles the watch’s many digital and
analogue functions with speed and efficiency.
The unique 45 mm chronograph, cased in grade 2 titanium, can track times and time
zones, across our own world and on the mysterious red planet. Developed to assist
scientists, OMEGA’s Marstimer offers a range of valuable tools for those working in the
field of space research.
Its functions, developed under an ESA patented license, include an MTC function to
track Mars’ sol date and time at the prime meridian, allowing for the fact that a day on
Mars is 39 minutes longer than on Earth. As well as an innovative solar compass, to
find true north on planet Earth and Mars. Wearers also have access to those
applications available on the traditional Speedmaster Skywalker X33, such as MET
(Mission Elapsed Time), PET (Phase Elapsed Time), alarms and perpetual calendar.
In keeping with OMEGA’s take on professional watches, it also performs its tasks in
style. Its classic black dial provides a contrasting backdrop for the multiple analogue
and digital readings, made even clearer by Earth and Mars symbols to distinguish
which particular functions are in use. Circling the dial is an oxalic anodized aluminium
bezel ring in red hematite colour, reminiscent of Mars’ distinctive dust. This striking
shade is also present on the seconds hand, which has a black to red hematite
gradient, a design code to signal an OMEGA’s status as a professional instrument.
Turning the watch over reveals a caseback embossed in the centre with OMEGA’s
famous Speedmaster wording and Seahorse logo. Circled by the words
SPEEDMASTER X-33 MARSTIMER, ESA TESTED AND QUALIFIED. Testimony to
the legitimacy of the partnership and integrity of the timepiece.
For President and CEO Mr. Raynald Aeschlimann, producing the Marstimer was a
must for a brand with space travel in its bones. “Anyone interested in space, or even
science fiction, is obsessed with Mars. It has generated so much curiosity, so many
incredible stories. We have even created a name for its imaginary inhabitants. It’s so
close yet so far. We long to walk across its surface. To be here on Earth and able to
track its movements, gives the term timepiece a whole new meaning. I’m thrilled with
this new addition to the famous Speedmaster family.”
For those wishing to switch out the grade 2 and 5 titanium bracelet, the Marstimer also
comes with a dedicated NATO strap and strap changing tool. These are included in the
special watch roll, which has a nod to the red planet on its inner lining: a reproduction
of Hebes Chasma, a unique steep-sided canyon on the surface of Mars.
Although a crewed mission to the red planet may still be years away, OMEGA’s new
Speedmaster X-33 Marstimer is available now, at multiple locations across Earth. A
must for professionals, space fans and passionate collectors, it’s stylish to wear,
compelling to operate and makes a perfect companion piece to OMEGA’s
Speedmaster Moonwatch.
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