Released in the late 1990s as a region-exclusive model for the Japanese market, reference 3513.53.00 represents Omega's adaptation of the Speedmaster chronograph for everyday wear. The watch features a black guilloche central dial framed by lumed Arabic numerals and red-accented chronograph hands.
Powering the watch is Caliber 1152, an automatic movement built on the Valjoux 7750 architecture that integrates a date indicator at 3 o'clock alongside three sub-dials. This configuration reflects Omega's strategy during the neo-vintage era to expand the Speedmaster line beyond the space and aviation theme.
Founded in 1848 by Louis Brandt in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland, the company that would become Omega established its identity with the 1894 introduction of the 19-ligne 'Omega' calibre. This movement was a landmark in industrial watchmaking, utilizing interchangeable components to streamline production and repair—a philosophy of accessible precision that continues to define the brand.
Omega cemented its reputation for robust accuracy through its role as the Official Timekeeper for the Olympic Games since 1932 and, most famously, through the Speedmaster Professional's flight qualification by NASA, which culminated in its journey to the Moon.
In the modern era, the brand's most significant contribution has been the industrialization of the co-axial escapement, an invention by Dr. George Daniels that fundamentally reduces friction within the calibre for superior long-term chronometric stability. Typified by purpose-driven design, Omega's collections—from the abyssal-depth Seamaster to the iconic Speedmaster—are archetypes of the professional tool watch, balancing legible aesthetics with advanced material science and anti-magnetic properties through its Master Chronometer certification.
Overall Grade: 7.5 / 10 | Good Condition, Medium Wear Production: est. 1995 Contents: Watch Only Genre: Vintage Sports Chronograph
Size: 39mm Thickness: approx. 14mm Lug Width: approx. 18mm
Case: Stainless steel, brushed sides, mirrored twisted lugs, medium wear Bezel: Fixed, black aluminum tachymeter insert, medium wear Dial: Black dial, guilloche central pattern, printed numerals, medium wear Hands: White tipped hands, red chrono hand, medium wear
Crown: Stainless steel, push/pull, medium wear Crystal: Domed Sapphire crystal, medium wear Bracelet: Stainless steel bracelet, medium wear Caseback: Stainless steel, solid, snap-on, medium wear Movement: Automatic Chronograph Caliber: Caliber 1152