Omega and Alinghi celebrate their partnership with a new Speedmaster
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For the overall color scheme, Omega has aligned the watch with the Alinghi logo, which includes red to represent passion and black for technology. This can be seen in features such as the perforated black and red rubber strap, as well as the 44.25 mm black zirconium oxide ceramic case. Along with a Super-LumiNova tachymeter scale, the exterior design is also notable for the Alinghi logo on the stop/start push-piece, which has been created in red varnish. Two of the watch's subdials are also worthy of note. At 3 o'clock, a 4- or 5-minute tactical time display has been included in red, aiding accuracy on the water. At 6 o'clock, the traditional subdial design has been replaced with a sandblasted and anodized aluminum disc, which has the Alinghi logo transferred to it in red. The team logo represents the letter "a" and is inspired by two ships churning the seas before the start of a match race. The logo rotates on the watch when the chronograph function is used.
Ernesto Bertarelli, Founder and President of Alinghi, says: "It has been an immense pleasure to collaborate so closely with Omega on this wonderful new timepiece. Throughout our history, we have been very aware of the watchmaker's incredible expertise in sports timekeeping and their passion for sailing. So it is a very special moment to have worked together on a timepiece and now see the exquisite results. It is the perfect start to our relationship and a true sign of things to come in the future."
Omega and Alinghi formed their partnership in 2019, and have already enjoyed racing success thanks to the team's GC32 world title in June 2019, winning the D35 Trophy in September, and winning the GC32 championship in November.
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The dynamic partnership between Omega and Alinghi has brought together the best of Swiss precision, innovation, and pioneering spirit. In tribute to this unique collaboration in yachting, a new Omega watch has been launched.
The Speedmaster Dark Side of the Moon Alinghi is a watch that demonstrates the same values and qualities that both partners share. As Raynald Aeschlimann , President and CEO of Omega, explains, “The new watch is a testament to two great Swiss brands combining their passion for innovation and sailing. To live up to Alinghi’s cutting-edge boat creation, we’ve harnessed truly stunning technology, along with the finest materials and a highly original design concept.” The choice of the Speedmaster perfectly reflects the fast boats that fly through the water. Perhaps most impressive is the expertly decorated Calibre 1865. The hand-wound movement is ideal for sailing crews due to its lighter, slimmer design. To enhance the movement, Omega has taken inspiration from Alinghi’s new TF35 catamaran. Using laser ablation, the mainplate and gun bridge have been given a honeycomb effect, similar to the interior of the Alinghi boat’s carbon hull. The same laser ablation technology has been used to decorate all the other bridges with a black carbon pattern, also inspired by the carbon used for the ship's hull.
For the overall color scheme, Omega has aligned the watch with the Alinghi logo, which includes red to represent passion and black for technology. This can be seen in features such as the perforated black and red rubber strap, as well as the 44.25 mm black zirconium oxide ceramic case. Along with a Super-LumiNova tachymeter scale, the exterior design is also notable for the Alinghi logo on the stop/start push-piece, which has been created in red varnish. Two of the watch's subdials are also worthy of note. At 3 o'clock, a 4- or 5-minute tactical time display has been included in red, aiding accuracy on the water. At 6 o'clock, the traditional subdial design has been replaced with a sandblasted and anodized aluminum disc, which has the Alinghi logo transferred to it in red. The team logo represents the letter "a" and is inspired by two ships churning the seas before the start of a match race. The logo rotates on the watch when the chronograph function is used.
Ernesto Bertarelli, Founder and President of Alinghi, says: "It has been an immense pleasure to collaborate so closely with Omega on this wonderful new timepiece. Throughout our history, we have been very aware of the watchmaker's incredible expertise in sports timekeeping and their passion for sailing. So it is a very special moment to have worked together on a timepiece and now see the exquisite results. It is the perfect start to our relationship and a true sign of things to come in the future."
Omega and Alinghi formed their partnership in 2019, and have already enjoyed racing success thanks to the team's GC32 world title in June 2019, winning the D35 Trophy in September, and winning the GC32 championship in November.
| Omega Team Alinghi |
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Bracelet: Rubber strap. |
| Case: Black ceramic. |
| Case diameter: 44.25 mm. |
| Crystal: Sapphire crystal. |
| Water resistance: 5 bar (50 meters / 167 feet). |
| Features: Chronograph, Regatta timing, Small seconds, Tachymeter, Transparent case back. |
