Introduction
Following Omega’s contribution in the safe return of the “successful failure” Apollo 13 mission (after the mission had to be aborted), NASA awarded Omega with their Snoopy Award on the 5th of October, 1970. This was for their exceptional contribution to the success of what would have otherwise been a tragedy should the crew not have had their Speedmasters with them to time their re-entry into Earth’s orbit. To celebrate this honor, Omega released the “Blue Snoopy” Speedmaster ref. 3578.51.00 in 2003. The Blue Snoopy features Snoopy in a blue astronaut suit (the "Eyes on the Stars" patch) within the running seconds subdial at 9 o’clock and on its caseback, to separate itself from Omega’s other Speedmaster offerings, and features 5441 pieces within its limited run. This specific number is in reference to the length of the Apollo 13 mission — 142 hours, 54 minutes and 41 seconds. An iconic watch that has spawned a collection of Snoopy Speedmasters, the Blue Snoopy is favored for its position as the first and most understated of the three models produced so far.
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Grade
M 9
Status
Vetted & Approved
Included
Box and Papers
Est. value range
$10,000 – $15,000
The Details
Brand
Omega
Dimensions
42mm
Model
Speedmaster "Snoopy Eyes on the Stars”
Movement
Manual-winding Omega cal. 1861
Reference
3578.51.00
Bracelet
Stainless steel bracelet
Year
2004
Condition
Near-Mint
Material
Stainless steel
Included
Watch, box and papers
Dial Color
Black
THE DIAL
Entirely consistent with the Speedmaster Professional "Moonwatch" at the time, the Blue Snoopy ref. 3578.51.00's only distinguishing feature on its dial is the "Eyes on the Stars" patch found in its 9 o'clock subdial.
THE CASEBACK
In place of the Omega Hippocampus normally found on the Speedmaster's caseback, the Blue Snoopy ref. 3578.51.00 features the engravings: Ω OMEGA – The Moon Watch – Snoopy Award – Limited – Edition – xxxx/5441 and the iconic "Eyes on the Stars" patch at its center.
TIMING MACHINE READOUT
This reading was taken (crown down) with a ONEOF Accuracy Boutique Edition timing machine at time of cataloging. It is provided as a courtesy only, and shall not be construed as a warranty or guarantee of any kind. Please refer to our terms and conditions of sale for more information.
Condition
Watch is in near-mint condition, showing little signs of wear. Bracelet has links, 8 of which are removable.
Our Perspective
Iconic in its position as the first-ever Snoopy Speedmaster, the ref. 3578.51.00 has grown to represent perhaps one of Omega's most important contributions to spaceflight - a true saviour in a life or death scenario.
Eric Ku
Co-founder
