Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch Cal 321 Ed White 311.30.40.30.01.001 2022 [Preowned]

Overview 

The Omega Speedmaster Calibre 321 "Ed White" reference 311.30.40.30.01.001 is a masterstroke of historical restoration, transcending the typical "reissue" to become a living piece of space-faring history. This model is a meticulous tribute to the reference 105.003—the very watch worn by astronaut Edward White II during the first American spacewalk in 1965. More than just a design exercise, the "Ed White" represents Omega’s relentless pursuit of mechanical purity, reuniting the Speedmaster’s most legendary movement with its most iconic early silhouette.

The watch is housed in a 39.7mm stainless steel case, featuring the "straight-lug" architecture that predates the twisted lyre-lugs of the professional Moonwatch. By forgoing crown guards, the case retains a clean, symmetrical profile that feels remarkably elegant and vintage on the wrist. Every detail is a love letter to the 1960s: from the "Dot Over 90" (DON) tachymeter bezel—now crafted in durable black ceramic—to the black step dial with its period-correct applied Omega logo and baton hands. The result is a watch that looks and feels like a perfectly preserved relic from NASA’s early Gemini missions.

The soul of this timepiece is the resurrected Calibre 321. Revered by purists as the "holy grail" of chronograph movements, the 321 was the original column-wheel engine that powered the watches taken to the Moon. After decades of absence, Omega revived this caliber using original blueprints and tomographic scans of the movement found in Eugene Cernan’s Apollo 17 Speedmaster. Unlike standard production calibers, each 321 is hand-assembled by a single watchmaker in a dedicated atelier, featuring a 55-hour power reserve and a level of finishing—including Sedna™ gold-plated bridges—that pushes the watch into the realm of haute horlogerie.

Completing the vintage experience is the flat-link stainless steel bracelet, a modern interpretation of the 1960s originals that offers exceptional flexibility and a slim, tapered profile. While the dial side is protected by a box-shaped sapphire crystal, the sapphire caseback offers a panoramic view of the movement—allowing the wearer to witness the intricate dance of the column-wheel architecture. The Speedmaster "Ed White" 321 is not just a timepiece; it is a restoration of significance, crafted for the discerning collector who demands absolute historical fidelity and mechanical pedigree.

Specifications

Brand :	Omega
Model Name :	Speedmaster Moonwatch Cal 321 Ed White
Reference :	311.30.40.30.01.001
Material	Steel
Movement :	Calibre 321 55 hours PR
Case Diameter :	39.7mm
Bracelet / Strap :	Steel bracelet, with NATO and Nylon Velcro Strap
Features :	50m depth rating

Condition

Preowned, Excellent Condition, Complete Original Set with Box and Papers dated January 2022.

Warranty

5 years warranty from Manufacturer.

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