"That's one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind." It's a quote known the world over. Neil Armstrong spoke these famous words on July 20, 1969, as he became the first person to ever set foot on the Moon. He was soon joined by Buzz Aldrin, who hopped across the lunar surface with an Omega Speedmaster Professional on his wrist. Originally designed for motorsports, this chronograph had now transformed into the legendary Moonwatch.

Omega still offers a version of the Speedmaster Professional that is almost identical to the original Moonwatch from 1969. The case size, crystal, and even the movement all remain largely unchanged. However, it is now also available with automatic movements and moon phase displays. The Speedmaster Automatic Holy Grail with the reference number 376.0822 is a coveted and very rare example of a vintage automatic Speedmaster.

This Biel-based manufacturer releases a new, limited edition version of the Speedmaster every year. They are often limited to a few thousand examples and are perfect for watch collectors and fans. Some of these models even make good investments, such as the Omega Snoopy. Prices for these uncommon and desirable timepieces have risen considerably in the last few years.