Omega’s New Speedmaster 38mm Models Are Dripping In Diamonds

Last week, we ventured over to one of the world’s biggest fashion capitals, the city of Milan, to celebrate Omega’s rather glamorous additions to its iconic Speedmaster line. Omega decided to unveil the eight new additions to its Speedmaster 38 mm collection in Milan, introducing options in 18K Sedna™ Gold, 18K Moonshine™ Gold, and classic stainless steel because — for Raynald Aeschlimann, the CEO & President of Omega — he wanted the location to be just as luxurious as the new timepieces. Each of these models is adorned with a diamond-paved bezel housing 52 diamonds and a polished crown featuring a solitary diamond, enhancing the timepieces’ sophisticated appeal.

The Speedmaster 38 mm collection, first launched in 2017, has consistently provided Omega clients with a more luxurious iteration of the brand’s iconic chronograph design. The collection gained popularity with its “Cappuccino” model in 18K Sedna™ Gold, characterized by its unique brown oval subdials and a distinctive vertical oval date window positioned at 6 o’clock—a homage to the classic De Ville watches.

This year’s lineup includes two models in each, OMEGA’s proprietary 18K Sedna™ Gold and 18K Moonshine™ Gold, alongside four versions in polished stainless steel, offering choices between two dial colors. The meticulous design features include three diamond-ringed subdials on each watch, with the total diamond weight on the bezel alone reaching approximately 1.5 carats. In fact, for Aeschlimann, adding the diamonds to the bezel was simply to respond to the Omega clients’ desire for more ‘blinged’ out pieces that skew gender-neutral.

In the details, the 2024 models in 18K Sedna™ Gold feature a brown PVD dial with horizontal oval subdials finished in a silvery coating, enhancing the aesthetic sophistication. Options include a polished and brushed 18K Sedna™ Gold bracelet with Omega’s patented comfort release adjust system, or a more understated brown leather strap with an 18K Sedna™ Gold foldover clasp. The 18K Moonshine™ Gold models present a striking green PVD dial, paired with similar silvery horizontal oval subdials and the iconic vertical date window. These models are available with either a matching 18K Moonshine™ Gold bracelet or a green leather strap, both incorporating the comfort release system for ease of wear.

Omega’s stainless steel variants provide a classic yet fresh take with PVD dials in either brown or green. These models come equipped with the choice of a stainless steel bracelet or a matching leather strap, each featuring the brand’s patented comfort release system. Regardless of the choice, these watches maintain the collection’s signature look with diamond-polished rhodium-plated hands filled with white Super-LumiNova for excellent legibility.

All models in this expanded collection feature a screw-in caseback embellished with the Seahorse medallion, signifying Omega’s rich maritime legacy. Powering these exquisite timepieces is the Omega’s Co-Axial Calibre 3330, an officially certified chronometer. This self-winding chronograph movement is equipped with a column-wheel mechanism, a Co-Axial escapement, and a free-sprung balance with a Si14 silicon balance spring, ensuring high precision and durability.

These enhancements not only pay tribute to the Speedmaster’s storied past but also introduce a level of refinement that aligns with modern luxury standards.