The replica Speedmaster Apollo 13 brings the commemorative Moonwatch look to everyday wear, honoring the mission that returned safely in April 1970. It uses the familiar 42 mm case profile, black dial and tachymeter bezel that made the Speedmaster one of the most recognizable chronographs ever built. If you want that Apollo-era look on your wrist without chasing vintage-market pricing, this is the version to consider.
Key Features
- 42 mm stainless steel case with the classic asymmetrical Speedmaster case shape
- Matte black dial with three chronograph sub-dials at 3, 6 and 9 o'clock
- Tachymeter bezel with a black insert and crisp white markings
- Applied hour markers and baton hands with luminous fill
- Apollo 13 mission-inspired caseback engraving with mission patch detail
- Working chronograph pushers with start, stop and reset functions
- Scratch-resistant crystal with anti-reflective coating
- 20 mm lug width, so leather, NATO and steel straps all fit
Materials and Specifications
The case is machined from 316L stainless steel with a brushed caseband and polished bevels, which gives it the two-tone look of the original. The dial uses pad-printed indices and text under a domed crystal, and the bezel insert is matte black to keep glare down. Expect a case thickness around 13 to 14 mm, a screw-down caseback and light water resistance suited to hand washing and rain rather than swimming. The chronograph runs on a quartz or automatic movement depending on the version you choose, and the bracelet tapers toward a signed clasp.
Shipping and Returns
Each watch ships in a protective box with tracking, typically within a few business days of order confirmation. If the size or finish is not right for you, unworn pieces with all protective film and tags intact can be returned within the stated return window.
Is this the actual watch flown on Apollo 13?
No. The flight-qualified Speedmasters were NASA-issued Omega chronographs. This is a tribute replica built to match the commemorative Apollo 13 design.
Does the chronograph actually work?
Yes. The pushers start, stop and reset the central seconds hand, and the sub-dials track elapsed minutes and hours.
Will it fit a larger wrist?
The 42 mm case and 20 mm lugs suit most wrists from roughly 6.5 inches upward, and spare bracelet links are included where a steel band is fitted.