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===== Geneva Observatory ===== | ===== Geneva Observatory ===== | ||
- | In 1931, Omega took first place in every category at the Geneva Observatory time trials. This victory had a significant impact on Omega' | + | In 1931, Omega took first place in every category at the Geneva Observatory time trials. This victory had a significant impact on Omega' |
===== Ralph Plaisted ===== | ===== Ralph Plaisted ===== | ||
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===== Omega Was The First Watch To Reach The Moon ===== | ===== Omega Was The First Watch To Reach The Moon ===== | ||
- | This is unquestionably one of the most famous facts regarding Omega watches and their history. Buzz Aldrin wore an Omega Speedmaster during the NASA space exploration mission. The Omega Speedmaster was worn to Buzz Aldrin' | + | This is unquestionably one of the most famous facts regarding Omega watches and their history. Buzz Aldrin wore an Omega Speedmaster during the NASA space exploration mission. The Omega Speedmaster was worn on Buzz Aldrin' |
===== Omega Seamaster ===== | ===== Omega Seamaster ===== | ||
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Omega' | Omega' | ||
- | ===== James Bond Wore Omega In Majority Of Films ===== | + | ===== James Bond Wore Omega In the Majority Of Films ===== |
- | While James Bond has worn a variety of watches in the movies throughout the years, including Rolex, Omega has been tied to Bond's wrist in the bulk of flicks. Sean Connery' | + | While James Bond has worn a variety of watches in the movies throughout the years, including Rolex, Omega has been tied to Bond's wrist in the bulk of the flicks. Sean Connery' |
===== Co-Axial Escapement Movement ===== | ===== Co-Axial Escapement Movement ===== | ||
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===== Caliber 8500===== | ===== Caliber 8500===== | ||
- | In 2007, Omega released an improved version of its Co-Axial movement. This movement was the Caliber 8500, which had reduced friction, excellent mechanical efficiency, and exceptional performance. [([[https:// | + | In 2007, Omega released an improved version of its Co-Axial movement. This movement was the Caliber 8500, which had reduced friction, excellent mechanical efficiency and exceptional performance. [([[https:// |
===== Magnetic Field Resistance ===== | ===== Magnetic Field Resistance ===== |