New Release
India Whiskey Charlie's original post offers an in-depth look at OMEGA's latest evolution of its iconic Speedmaster Dark and Grey Side of the Moon collection. This article delves into the technical advancements and design innovations that define these seven new ceramic models. Readers will gain insight into OMEGA's continued pursuit of precision engineering and space-inspired horology, as presented by India Whiskey Charlie.
OMEGA unveils seven new models across four distinctive dials, each showcasing advanced ceramic engineering and precision finishing. Available on newly designed rubber or nylon straps, the collection represents years of technical refinement in case construction and movement development.
In 1968, history was made when the Apollo 8 became the first human flight ever to orbit the moon. As command module pilot Jim Lovell spoke his final words to ground control — "we'll see you on the other side”— before disappearing beyond radio contact to the lunar far side, each astronaut onboard carried an OMEGA Speedmaster.
Today, OMEGA commemorates that extraordinary legacy with the next chapter of its celebrated Speedmaster Dark and Grey Side of the Moon collection— seven new models that push the boundaries of ceramic watchmaking and space-inspired design while embodying the pioneering spirit that has guided OMEGA to the Moon and beyond.
“The Dark Side of the Moon collection embodies OMEGA's pioneering spirit that has guided us to the Moon,” said Raynald Aeschlimann, President and CEO of OMEGA. “These new models champion that extraordinary legacy while introducing innovations that will define chronographs for generations to come.”
Twelve years after the original Dark Side of the Moon captivated collectors worldwide, this 2025 evolution represents the most significant advancement in the collection's history.
Following Dark Side of the Moon Apollo 8's Master Chronometer certification, the new Dark Side collection continues OMEGA's dedication to precision engineering. The latest models feature redesigned architecture with slimmer profiles, advanced Co-Axial calibres, and ceramic construction techniques refined over four years of development.
Technical Mastery Redefined
The collection's technical evolution centres on OMEGA's mastery of ceramic craftsmanship. The new bevelled polished ceramic process achieves extraordinary precision, creating surfaces of remarkable depth and brilliance. All models now feature improved case proportions with slimmer profiles while maintaining the bold 44.25mm presence that defines the Dark Side aesthetic.
Enhanced Liquidmetal™ technology appears across bezels and crowns, delivering superior durability and scratch resistance. The innovative two-layer ceramic dial construction provides unprecedented depth, with laser-brushed finishes that capture and transform light.
New Distinct Expressions
The collection introduces both entirely new creations and reimagined classics, each featuring enhanced precision, refined proportions, and advanced ceramic innovations with the option of a rubber or nylon strap. The collection includes:
Strap Innovation
Complementing the technical advances, OMEGA introduces enhanced strap options across the collection. Nylon fabric straps now feature rubber lining for improved comfort, while new rubber straps showcase lunar surface patterns on the reverse side, creating a tactile connection to space exploration heritage.
My two favourites from these new releases are the Dark Side of the Moon Black Edition Chronometer 9908 which although being a manual wind watch is still somehow 13.02 mm thick and is just a two subdial watch and I do worry a bit about the legibility of it due to how dark it is . My other favourite release is the new Dark Side of the Moon Apollo 8 Grey Side which again whilst being a 3 subdial watch and having a higher level of finishing to the dial is actually thinner than the first one being 12
To downsize from 44mm… 40-42mm would be more wearable even though ceramic is light in the first place. Size does matter.
if omega wanted to sell them they’d make them smaller than 43.25 with 50 lug to lug 🤷‍♂️
But in-person, all black watches rarely look good IMO. Exceptions being the Hublot Integral and AP ceramics.
Omega Speedmaster Dark Side of the Moon “Grey Side of the Moon” Ref. 310.92.44.50.06.002 Diameter : 44.25 mm Height : 12.97 mm Material : Black ceramic Crystal: Sapphire Water resistance : 50 m Movement: Cal. 3869 Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds, Co-Axial escapement, chronograph and resistant to magnetism of up to 15,000 Gauss Winding: Manual Frequency: 25,200 beats per hour (3.5 Hz) Power reserve: 50 hours Strap : Rubber strap with folding clasp Limited edition: No Availability: At Omega bou
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