Speedmaster “Silver Snoopy Award” 50th Anniversary – Blue Panda Dial (42mm)

The Speedmaster “Silver Snoopy Award” 50th Anniversary is not just a watch; it is a piece of storytelling on the wrist. Released to celebrate the 50th anniversary of NASA astronauts awarding Omega the “Silver Snoopy” for saving the Apollo 13 mission, this timepiece blends whimsical charm with serious horological engineering. It is widely regarded as the most desirable modern Speedmaster.

Design & Craftsmanship

The Blue Panda Dial:
The dial is crafted from solid silver (Ag925) and laser-engraved to create a crisp, matte texture. The “Blue Panda” layout features three blue sub-dials against the silver background. The highlight is the 9 o’clock sub-dial, which features an embossed silver medallion of Snoopy in his spacesuit, exactly as it appears on the NASA award pin.

Blue Ceramic Bezel:
The iconic “Dot over 90” tachymeter scale is rendered in white enamel on a polished blue ceramic bezel ring. This vivid blue creates a stunning contrast with the stainless steel case and perfectly matches the blue nylon strap.

The Animated Caseback:
Flip the watch over, and the magic happens. A photo-realistic moon surface is applied to the sapphire crystal. When the chronograph is started, Snoopy in his Command Service Module (CSM) appears on a magic hand, rotating around the far side of the moon. In the background, an Earth disc rotates once per minute in sync with the small seconds hand.

Technical Specifications

On The Wrist

Despite its collector status, this is a highly wearable watch. The blue and silver combination is fresh and sporty. The coated nylon strap is stiff at first but breaks in beautifully, featuring the mission trajectory embossed on the lining. It’s a watch that makes you smile every time you check the time—or flip it over.