In a significant horological development, Swiss luxury watchmaker Omega has introduced two distinctive iterations of its legendary Speedmaster Moonwatch for 2026, featuring the highly coveted reverse panda dial configuration. This release marks a thoughtful evolution rather than a radical transformation of the timepiece that achieved historical significance during NASA’s lunar missions.
The new collection showcases sophisticated 42mm chronographs available in contrasting material executions: classic stainless steel and exclusive 18K Moonshine Gold. The reverse panda aesthetic—characterized by its striking black main dial with contrasting white sub-dials—represents a deliberate departure from conventional color schemes while maintaining the Speedmaster’s essential design DNA.
Technical excellence manifests through the watches’ meticulously engineered dial architecture, employing a stepped, double-layer construction. The polished black upper dial receives multiple lacquer and varnish treatments to achieve a profound, liquid-like appearance, while the white sub-dials mirror this glossy finish beneath. This architectural approach creates remarkable visual depth and heightened legibility.
The stainless steel variant embodies utilitarian elegance with rhodium-plated hands and hour markers filled with white Super-LumiNova for optimal visibility. Conversely, the 18K Moonshine Gold edition represents horological luxury through Omega’s proprietary gold alloy implementation throughout the case, markers, and hands, complemented by a PVD Moonshine Gold chronograph seconds hand.
Both models incorporate Omega’s advanced Calibre 3861 movement—a hand-wound Co-Axial Master Chronometer mechanism representing the pinnacle of the Speedmaster’s technical evolution. The timepieces feature the brand’s signature polished-brushed bracelet equipped with patented comfort release adjustment technology.
Positioned as permanent collection offerings, these chronographs will become available through Omega boutiques and authorized retailers commencing late January 2026, with pricing set at Dh40,950 for the steel version and Dh194,150 for the gold edition.