1989 Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch ref. 3590B “Apollo XI 20th Anniversary”

Up for grabs is an Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch

Reference 3590B was a limited edition watch to commemorate Apollo XI mission’s 20th Anniversary

There were 6,250 of these watches made in the world. Within that number, there were 3 categories. Four thousand was made for “worldwide” market and only has the “Apollo XI 1969” engraved on the side of the case. This watch is a a part of those 4,000 pieces. Two thousand were made for the US market only and had the limited number engraved on the side along with Apollo XI 1969. Finally, 250 were made for the German market only and had XXX/250 Apollo XI 1969-1989 engraved on the side.

482551XX serial number circa late 1989 with warranty papers dated in early 1990.

Excellent condition watch is seemingly unpolished.

The bezel and crystal are in excellent condition.

The dial is amazing with nice yellow patina on plots and hands. No damage.

The bracelet is original Omega ref. 1450. This bracelet was only produced for a couple years and is a rarity in itself. This is the style which is similar to Rolex’ President bracelet. Long size will fit about a 7.75″ wrist.

Its very rare to see these watches come with any kind of papers or accessories, and most of the time they are not even filled in or hand filled. This watch has its original limited Omega wooden box (inside pillow has deteriorated, the manual, the Omega guarantee with all matching numbers to the watch, the original Omega Apollo XI patch,

Another very rare component that you almost never see with this is the original black Velcro strap. It appears to be in unused condition.

Excellent example of a rare watch, with a rare bracelet, and some rare accessories.

There is no know service history, but the runs well showing about -11 seconds per day with strong amplitude of ~320