Omega CK 2998 Speedmaster SS Black Dial

The Omega CK 2998 Speedmaster is a strong modern take on one of the brand's most admired pre-Moon references. It draws directly from the 1959 second-generation Speedmaster and keeps the details collectors tend to care about most: a symmetrical straight-lug stainless steel case, black dial, Alpha hands, and a dark tachymeter bezel. Omega produced this version within its heritage-focused Speedmaster line, and the black-dial model is especially faithful to the original's straightforward tool-watch look. Power comes from the manual-wind caliber 1861, a direct descendant of the Lemania-based movement family used in generations of professional Speedmasters. It is well regarded for its durability, ease of service, and clear link to the broader Speedmaster lineage. At 39.7 mm, the case wears more compactly than the standard Moonwatch and stays closer in feel to earlier Speedmaster references. That sizing is a large part of the watch's appeal. The CK 2998 name also carries weight for Omega collectors, tied to an early chapter of the Speedmaster story and to the references worn at the start of American spaceflight. Among modern heritage chronographs, this reference stands out as more than a simple reissue. It has earned a following of its own among Speedmaster collectors thanks to its balanced proportions, manual-wind movement, and clean black-dial layout. For buyers who want vintage character in a watch they can wear and service with ease, the CK 2998 is an especially appealing option. Excellent Condition with EWC leather travel pouch.