The reference 105003marks a pivotal movement in Omega history, as it was the Speedmaster reference rigorously tested by NASA that would become the timepiece chosen to accompany astronauts to the moon. From that moment forward, the destiny of Omega was fundamentally and profoundly changed, and has since been very closely aligned with space exploration.

It is nicknamed the "Ed White", as the astronaut Ed White wore a reference 105.003-65 during his historic spacewalk during the Gemini 4 mission, becoming the first American to do so. He stayed in space longer than his allotted time, and famously upon his return remarked “I’m coming back in…and it’s the saddest moment of my life.”

This reference is also the last of the Speedmasters to feature straight lugs, Omega later switched to “lyra” style, twisted lugs with an asymmetric case incorporating a crown guard.

The present example in appealing condition features a rare grey dial that is sure to please Speedmaster aficionados.

Ref: 105003, ST105003, S105003, ST105003-65,