Omega Speedmaster 57' 18K Yellow Gold and Steel 331.20.42.51.02.001

The Omega Speedmaster ’57 Ref. 331.20.42.51.02.001 is a luxurious reinterpretation of the original 1957 Speedmaster, blending vintage design cues with modern materials and advanced chronograph technology. This reference features a 41.5 mm stainless-steel case accented with 18K yellow gold, including a yellow-gold bezel and gold center links on the bracelet. The silver dial adds a refined contrast to the two-tone case, with applied gold hour markers, broad arrow hands, and recessed chronograph sub-dials that echo the aesthetic of the earliest Speedmaster models. A tachymeter scale engraved on the bezel further reinforces the model’s connection to the original racing chronograph heritage.

Powering the watch is Omega’s Co-Axial Calibre 9300, a modern in-house automatic chronograph movement featuring a column-wheel chronograph mechanism and a co-axial escapement designed to reduce friction and improve long-term precision. The movement offers approximately 60 hours of power reserve and displays chronograph minutes and hours together on a single subdial at 3 o’clock, making elapsed time easy to read. The watch also features a date window at 6 o’clock, a sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating, and an exhibition caseback that reveals the movement’s decorative finishing.

Reference: 331.20.42.51.02.001

Bracelet: Omega 18k Yellow Gold and Stainless Steel Bracelet

Case Size: 41.5mm x 16.7mm Thickness x 50mm lug to lug

Case Metal: Stainless Steel

Movement: Omega 9300 - Automatic

Functions: Hours, Minutes, Second, Chronograph, date

Box and Papers: No box or papers - watch only

Crystal: Sapphire

Bracelet size: 7.25”

Case has light wear with nothing notable. Bracelet has some light wear with some scratches. Dial, hands, and crystal have no wear. Watch runs within spec.

Founded in 1848 by Louis Brandt in Switzerland, Omega has grown into one of the most respected and innovative names in watchmaking. The brand’s early focus on precision earned it accolades at international observatories and competitions, setting the stage for decades of horological achievement. Omega became the official timekeeper for the Olympic Games in 1932, and in 1969, the Speedmaster Professional—nicknamed the "Moonwatch"—made history as the first watch worn on the lunar surface during NASA’s Apollo 11 mission. Omega’s innovations continued with the introduction of the Co-Axial escapement in the late 1990s, a groundbreaking movement that dramatically reduced friction and improved long-term accuracy.

Omega’s lineup showcases a wide range of iconic models that reflect the brand’s legacy and versatility. The Seamaster, introduced in 1948, is a favorite among divers and famously worn by James Bond since 1995’s GoldenEye, blending technical capability with cinematic cool. The Speedmaster remains one of the most storied chronographs in existence, while the Constellation is known for its refined design and chronometric precision. The De Ville collection offers a more elegant, dress-focused aesthetic, often featuring high-end complications and meticulous finishing. Omega continues to lead with innovations like Master Chronometer certification, METAS testing, and antimagnetic technology—ensuring that its watches are not just beautiful, but built for the demands of modern life.