OMEGA Speedmaster 60th Anniversary Singapore

Kong · 2017-07-06T04:57:35Z

Explore OMEGA's 60th Anniversary Speedmaster exhibition in Singapore. See vintage models, event highlights, and community insights on this iconic chronograph.

Kong

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Kong's report on OMEGA's 60th-anniversary Speedmaster exhibition in Singapore offers a vivid glimpse into a significant brand event. His detailed photographs and commentary capture the atmosphere and highlight key historical Speedmaster models, providing valuable context for collectors interested in the iconic chronograph's legacy. This post serves as an excellent historical record of how OMEGA celebrated one of its most legendary timepieces.

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Last week, OMEGA celebrated the 60th anniversary of its legendary Speedmaster in Singapore with the Speedmaster 60th Anniversary Exhibition at Marina Bay Sands and a launch party held at Marina Bay Sands Art Science Museum. OMEGA’s astronauts also toured several iconic venues of Singapore to spread the Speedmaster news to the public.

The Speedmaster 60th Anniversary Exhibition will be on till the 9 July at The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands Level B1, near to their Flagship Boutique.
The OMEGA’s astronauts will be on site tomorrow, 7 July from 7.30pm – 8.30pm before they go off elsewhere for another mission.

A recap of last week launch party and some snapshots of the exhibition for friends not in Singapore ....

OMEGA’s astronauts with the Merlion ...

At Chinatown ...

The exhibition is located at a high traffic area, just outside the Mass Rapid Transist Station, Bayfront ...

The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands Level B1

Some snapshots of the exhibition ...

Gregory Kissling, OMEGA Head of Product Management with Jose de Cardoso, President Swatch Group South East Asia, giving a tour of the exhibition ...

And those marvelous vintage pieces of the Speedmasters ... for the full list, please click here.

Circa 1957, the First Speedmaster - "Broad Arrow".

Actually, the Speedmaster was built for speed ie. racing cars and not for space.

1959, First OMEGA in Space, worn by Walter Schirra

1963, Third generation of Speedmaster, tested and qualified by NASA.

1965 - The Moonwatch, first watch worn on the moon.

1968, The Moonwatch with Caliber 861.

1968 Racing Dial

1969 Commemorative Edition

1971 Mark III, OMEGA first automatic chronograph

1973 Speedmaster 125

1973 Speedsonic aka Lobster

1975 Apollo-Soyuz

After touring the exhibition, guests were invited over to the Art Science Museum for the launch party ...

Photo with the OMEGA astronauts

Jose de Cardoso, President Swatch Group South East Asia.

Entrance to the party ...

Shimmering decor by renowned Team Lab ...

Entering into another dimension ...

Guests served with drinks and food ...

Emcee greeted guests and started the evening ...

OMEGA’s astronauts moonwalking in ...

Jose de Cardoso greeted the guests ...

Gregory Kissling gave a brief history of Speedmaster ...

Party began with popular Singapore singer, Tabitha Nauser ...

Food and drinks were continued to serve ... and for dessert ... space ice-cream.

DJ spinning to keep guests entertain ... and party continued till late ....

For friends and OMEGA fans in Singapore, do drop by the exhibition. Bring the kids to meet the OMEGA astronauts.

Thanks OMEGA Singapore for the wonderful evening.

Kong

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Specifications

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Crystal: Domed sapphire

Key Points from the Discussion

The Singapore event was significantly more elaborate than other regional celebrations, featuring astronauts and a comprehensive exhibition, contrasting with more subdued boutique events elsewhere.
OMEGA's commitment to frequent training for authorized dealers and boutique staff in Singapore ensures knowledgeable service, with boutiques often having more detailed information and reference materials available.
The 'dot over 90' on the tachymeter bezel of the vintage Speedmaster displayed indicates it is one of the original and highly sought-after early references.
The exhibition successfully showcased the Speedmaster's evolution, from its origins as a racing chronograph to its iconic status as the 'Moonwatch,' including various historical iterations.

The Discussion

MTF

Jul 6, 2017

That Omega astronaut in Chinatown must be dead from heat exhaustion...

Thanks Kong for the report. The MerLion and astronauts make a weird portrait. Regards, MTF

Kong

Jul 6, 2017

Stll alive...

some days are pretty cooling in the morning, as it is rainy season here. Thanks for viewing. Kong

nilomis

Jul 6, 2017

Very nice party ...

I hope that the "astronauts" survived. Cheers, Nilo

Kong

Jul 6, 2017

Thanks Nilo

Oh yes! They made it to several locations.... I only posted two out of five, if I remembered correctly. Their last show this evening for the public at the exhibition. Kong

kev09

Jul 6, 2017

Excellent report. I thoroughly enjoyed reading it and seeing the pictures. Thank you. Regards Kev. [nt]

Kong

Jul 6, 2017

Hi Kev,

Thanks for viewing. Kong