The Omega Speedmaster Guide: Every Version Worth Knowing

Limited Editions and Collectors’ Favourites

These are the Omega Speedmaster limited editions and special editions that stir up forum hype, spike in value, and live in their own part of Speedy lore. From Apollo tributes to cartoon astronauts and stealth nods to vintage details, these pieces are about stories, not just specs.

Silver Snoopy Award - 2003

This was the first Snoopy Speedy, the one that kicked off the craze. Omega released it to honour NASA’s Silver Snoopy Award after Apollo 13, a nod to the Speedmaster’s role in bringing the crew home safely. You get Snoopy on the 9 o’clock subdial and a caseback medallion that seals the deal. Playful, historic, and rare: LE 5.441 pieces. As of July 2026, pre‑owned prices typically sit between €9.000 and €13.000 depending on condition and completeness.

Snoopy 50th Anniversary - 2020

Let’s be honest, this one is just cool. Omega did not make it a limited edition, yet it became one of the hardest modern Speedies to get. The showstopper is the caseback: Snoopy in a Command Service Module orbiting the Earth as the chronograph runs. Powered by Caliber 3861, it is sharp on the wrist and surprisingly whimsical. As of July 2026, market prices typically range from €13.000 to €16.000 depending on set and wear. A modern Omega Speedmaster special edition that earns its hype.

Apollo 11 50th Anniversary - 2019 - Steel & Moonshine Gold

The steel release celebrates half a century since the Moon landing. Nerdy touches we love: Moonshine Gold accents, a laser‑etched footprint on the caseback, and Buzz Aldrin stepping off the lunar module on the subdial. Omega used the updated Caliber 3861 here, with better accuracy and magnetic resistance. Limited to 6.969 pieces. As of July 2026, steel examples tend to trade around €11.000 to €14.000 depending on kit and condition.

The Moonshine Gold version is a faithful tribute to the solid gold Speedy Omega gave to astronauts in the early ’70s. Moonshine Gold case, burgundy ceramic bezel, stepped dial with vintage flair. Only 1.014 made, and it is one of the most collectible modern Omegas. Typical pre‑owned pricing as of July 2026: roughly €35.000 to €45.000.

Speedy Tuesday Editions - 2017 & 2018

Born from the Speedy Tuesday community at Fratello. The 2017 ST1 has a reverse panda dial with radially aligned subdials. The 2018 ST2 “Ultraman” nods to Omega’s 1970s sci‑fi chapter. Each is limited to 2.012 pieces, pure insider energy, and they wear great. As of July 2026, we see them between €7.000 and €12.500 depending on set and condition.

Hodinkee 10th Anniversary - 2018

This one flies under the radar, which is the point. Created for Hodinkee’s 10th birthday, this 500‑piece run uses a 39,7 mm straight‑lug case, grey dial, and no “Professional” text. Quietly brilliant. Manual‑wound, vintage proportions, limited enough to stay special. As of July 2026, market prices are around €11.000 to €13.000.

Speedmaster “Tintin” - 2013

If you know, you know. On paper, it is a Speedmaster with a red‑and‑white chapter ring. To collectors, it is the Tintin. The story goes Omega planned a tie‑in with Hergé’s Destination Moon, the rocket colors are a little too perfect, but the licensing never landed. The watch quietly released without branding and did not run for long, roughly 2013 to 2015. That near‑miss turned it into a cult favourite. As of July 2026, prices sit around €10.000 to €14.000 depending on originality and set.

Speedmaster 376.0822 “Holy Grail” - 1987

The one you chase for years. Nicknamed the Holy Grail by Chuck Maddox, it packs the Lemania‑based Caliber 1045, with automatic winding, day, date, and 24‑hour functions. Only around 2.000 pieces were made, and untouched examples are rare. This is a hunt, not a stumble. As of July 2026, expect €10.000 to €15.000, and be patient if you want full provenance.

Speedmaster Moonphase 345.0809 - 1985

A quiet killer for vintage Speedy fans. Made in 1.300 pieces, the 345.0809 was the first Speedmaster with both moonphase and date. It wears like a classic Speedy, with extra poetry on the dial. As of July 2026, values are typically €7.000 to €9.000 depending on condition and completeness, still good value for what it represents.

Vintage CK2915

This is where it started. The CK2915 is the blueprint. Introduced in 1957 as part of Omega’s original professional trilogy, it was built for timing and engineering work. Tool first, icon later. You spot it instantly: broad‑arrow hands, steel tachymeter bezel, and a dial that feels more instrument panel than wristwatch. Inside, the original Caliber 321 that powered the Moon‑era Speedies. Prices? Let’s be real. You are not finding a CK2915 for cheap. As of July 2026, depending on condition, originality, and sub‑reference (CK2915‑1, ‑2, ‑3), you are looking at roughly €100.000 to well over €300.000. Most live in collections and vaults. If you ever get to handle one, take your time. It is the beginning of the story.

Other Modern Variants

These Omega Speedmaster models live in the modern lineup. Even if they never flew, they belong on your radar. The family is broader than most realize: design cues from the past, smaller and larger sizes, and movements that mark Omega’s evolution. Here are the key non‑Moonwatch versions and variants to know.

Speedmaster Professional Moonwatch - Current

This is the one everyone pictures when they hear “Speedmaster.” The Moonwatch. Since 2021 it runs the Co‑Axial Master Chronometer Caliber 3861, with hacking seconds, chronometer accuracy, and serious magnetic resistance. Hesalite for the NASA look or sapphire if you like seeing the movement, both in the familiar 42 mm case with lyre lugs and a stepped dial. If you are starting your Speedy journey, this is the reference point.

Pricing, as of July 2026: typical pre‑owned range €6.000 to €6.700 depending on spec and wear. EU MSRP varies by configuration and recent increases, roughly €7.600 to €8.000.

Speedmaster Caliber 321 - 2019

For Speedmaster die‑hards, the Caliber 321 is not just another movement. It is the movement. Reintroduced in 2019, rebuilt from original specs, the modern 321 lives in a 39,7 mm straight‑lug steel case that channels the ST105.003 vibe, applied logo, stepped dial, the lot. A sapphire back lets you stare at the hand‑finished column‑wheel caliber. Different beast, same soul. As of July 2026, the steel version trades around €15.000 to €18.000.

Pre-Moon Speedmasters - 1957 to 1969

Before the Moonwatch became the Moonwatch, there was the Pre‑Moon. Collector shorthand for Speedmasters made before July 1969, before Apollo 11, and before the NASA flight‑qualification engraving. Hallmarks: no engraved caseback text, applied Omega logos on some references, stepped dials, dot‑over‑90 bezels, and the Caliber 321 that went to the Moon. Key references include CK2998, ST105.003, and ST105.012. This is Omega Speedmaster history in the metal.

Prices reflect that provenance. As of July 2026, a clean 105.003 can fetch around €15.000 to €25.000. The earliest CK2915 lives in a different league, think €100.000 and up.

Speedmaster ’57 - Vintage Spirit, Modern Mechanics

The Speedmaster ’57 nods to the original CK2915. Straight‑lug case and broad‑arrow hands, with modern engines like the automatic Co‑Axial 9300 or hand‑wound 9906. Sizes run 41,5 mm or 40,5 mm depending on reference, often with a two‑register dial. If you want mid‑century Speedmaster style without vintage headaches, this is your lane. As of July 2026, earlier models trade around €5.000 to €8.000, newer Master Chronometer releases roughly €9.000 to €10.000.

Speedmaster Mark Series - 1969 to the 1980s

The Mark Series does not get Moonwatch love, but it is a rewarding lane. Launched in 1969 with the Mark II, Omega shifted to a chunky tonneau case and a flatter crystal, still driven by Caliber 861. Then the Mark III arrived, Omega’s first automatic Speedmaster with Caliber 1040, thicker case and full 1970s energy. After that came the Mark IV, the so‑called Mark 4.5 with Caliber 1045, and the rarer Mark V. Most used the 1040 or 1045 family, solid and a bit heavier than the hand‑wound Pro.

These were experiments, different case shapes and dial layouts with some scarce variants that barely surface today. There is a modern Mark II reissue too, faithful to the original vibe. As of July 2026, you can still find a vintage Mark II around €2.500 to €4.000. Mark III, IV, and 4.5 run €3.000 to €6.000, while a clean Mark V sits higher. Tip: factor parts availability into your budget on the later Marks.

Speedmaster Reduced - For Smaller Wrists (and Budgets)

The Speedmaster Reduced (ref. 3510.50) is often mistaken for the Professional, but it has its own charm. Late‑’80s launch, 39 mm case, automatic modular movement (Cal. 1140/3220 family). One of the most fun takes, the Schumacher F1 editions, came in bright colors and full motorsport energy. Heads up: service matters more than price. The modular movement can mean a bigger bill, around €1.500 for a full job, so buy on condition and documented service, not just price. As of July 2026, prices hover between €2.000 and €3.500 depending on condition and service history.

Speedmaster Racing - Sportier Vibes

The Speedmaster Racing brings modern color and presence. Racing‑inspired dials, bold accents, and Co‑Axial movements like the 9900 in a 44,25 mm case. Built for daily reliability with serious specs. As of July 2026, expect €6.000 to €8.500 depending on reference and configuration.

Speedmaster Broad Arrow - Heritage Meets Muscle

The Broad Arrow series revives the 1957 hand shape with modern punch. Early‑2000s start, typically automatic with Caliber 3303 in a 42 mm case. A dressier, slightly bolder take on the classic Speedy formula. Under‑the‑radar, and smart if you want heritage DNA with extra wrist presence. As of July 2026, pre‑owned sits roughly €3.500 to €5.500.

Speedmaster Quartz LCD - Late 1970s to 1980s

Yes, there is a digital Speedmaster. In 1977, Omega released the Speedmaster LCD, reference 186.0004, powered by the quartz Caliber 1620. Twin‑display LCD with stopwatch, calendar, and backlight. Later models like 186.0005 and 186.0009 added alarms and fresh cases, chunky and space‑age. Collector lore suggests some 186.0005 examples were used by Soviet‑era crews during Interkosmos activity, but that remains unverified. They are rare, quirky, and still relatively affordable. As of July 2026, expect €1.500 to €3.000, but the real challenge is finding a clean one with a healthy display and original bracelet. Tip: replacement LCD modules and bracelets can be scarce, budget accordingly.

So… Which Speedmaster is your Speed?

The Speedmaster is not just a watch. It is a family. Whether you are into the ones that went to the Moon, the weird digital outliers, or low‑key collector pieces, there is a Speedy for all of us. Personally, I am all in on the ’57, the smaller size works on my wrist. Broad‑arrow hands, vintage vibe, steel bezel, and that flat‑link bracelet is ridiculously comfortable. If I had to pick one, it would be the ’57 from the Trilogy set, just the watch, not the full box.

You do not need to be a NASA nerd or drop €100.000 to get into Speedmasters. Sometimes it is about the one that makes you smile when you check your wrist. That is the point.

How to choose your Speedmaster, quick and clean

• Pick your lane: Moonwatch heritage, vintage Pre‑Moon, or modern variants like ’57, Racing, Reduced.
• Lock size and wear: 39–40 mm for compact wrists, 42 mm for classic Pro, 44,25 mm if you want modern presence.
• Decide the movement feel: hand‑wound charm, automatic convenience, or LCD fun. Then buy the best condition and set you can.

Quick reference, core Moonwatch timeline

• 1957 CK2915, Cal. 321, broad‑arrow, steel bezel
• 1963 CK2998 family, Cal. 321
• 1965 ST105.003 and ST105.012, Cal. 321, space‑flown era
• 1968–1996 Cal. 861 era, ST145.022 and successors
• 1996–2020 Cal. 1861/1863 era
• 2021–present Cal. 3861 Master Chronometer

Quick reference, headline LEs and specials

• 2003 Silver Snoopy Award, LE 5.441
• 2017 Speedy Tuesday ST1, LE 2.012
• 2018 Speedy Tuesday ST2 Ultraman, LE 2.012
• 2019 Apollo 11 50th steel, LE 6.969
• 2019 Apollo 11 50th Moonshine Gold, LE 1.014
• 2013 “Tintin”, short production, cult favourite

Quick reference, modern variants by size and caliber

• Professional Moonwatch, 42 mm, Cal. 3861, hand‑wound
• Caliber 321 “Ed White”, 39,7 mm, hand‑wound 321
• Speedmaster ’57, 40,5–41,5 mm, 9906 hand‑wound or 9300 automatic
• Racing, 44,25 mm, 9900 automatic
• Reduced, 39 mm, 1140/3220 automatic modular
• Broad Arrow, 42 mm, 3303 automatic
• Mark II vintage, tonneau case, Cal. 861, modern reissue available

We regularly list Speedmasters and other Omegas, often under EU retail, with delivery in about two weeks. Makes the Speedy hunt that much more fun. Happy hunting.