Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch Resale Price Guide (2026)

The Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch is one of the most recognizable watches ever made — the only timepiece certified by NASA for use in extravehicular activity, and the watch worn on the Moon during Apollo 11 in 1969. Over 65 years later, it remains one of the most actively traded watches on the pre-owned market. On The Back Catalog, the Speedmaster Moonwatch is the second most listed product on the entire site, with 290 active listings totaling over $2 million in visible market value. If you're researching the Omega Speedmaster resale price — what to pay, where to buy, and what to watch out for — this guide is built on real data from those listings.

What Is the Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch?

The Speedmaster was first introduced in 1957 as a sports chronograph. By 1965, NASA had selected it as standard equipment for all manned space missions after rigorous testing that eliminated every other watch considered. The Hesalite crystal version — ref. 310.30.42.50.01.001 — is the direct descendant of that original flight watch, using the same acrylic crystal chosen by NASA because it doesn't shatter under rapid decompression.

Today, Omega sells two primary versions of the current-generation Moonwatch (introduced in 2021, powered by the Cal. 3861 Co-Axial Master Chronometer):

• Hesalite (ref. 310.30.42.50.01.001) — acrylic crystal, more historically authentic, MSRP ~$7,100. The purist's choice.
• Sapphire (ref. 310.30.42.50.01.002) — sapphire crystal front and case back, scratch-resistant, MSRP ~$9,700. More practical for daily wear.

The dominant listing in our catalog — with 192 of those 290 active listings — is the Speedmaster Professional Moonwatch Co-Axial Master Chronometer, priced from $4,700 to $39,150 depending on reference, condition, and whether it includes box and papers.

What Does Condition Actually Mean for Price?

The condition breakdown tells an interesting story. Fair condition dominates supply — 200 of the 290 active listings (69%) are listed as fair — yet the average price drop from Good to Fair is only about $660, or roughly 9%. That's a narrow spread for a significant condition difference, and it reflects how the Speedmaster holds value across the spectrum.

A few things to note about those ranges:

• The $150 floor and sub-$600 lows in Fair and New condition are outlier listings — parts watches, incomplete sets, or mislabeled items on eBay. A working Speedmaster Moonwatch in any condition doesn't sell for under $3,000.
• The $31,000–$39,150 ceiling reflects rare special editions and vintage references — not typical modern Moonwatches. Snoopy Award editions, Apollo mission commemoratives, and pristine vintage pre-moon references command substantial premiums.
• For a current-gen Moonwatch (2021+) in Good condition with box and papers, expect to pay $5,500–$7,500 on the resale market — meaningfully below the $7,100–$9,700 retail MSRP.

eBay vs Crown & Caliber: Which Is Right for You?

The average price on eBay ($6,993) is actually slightly higher than Crown & Caliber ($6,817) — counterintuitive given eBay's reputation as the discount channel. This is partly because eBay carries more rare, vintage, and special-edition Speedmasters that push the average up. For the mainstream modern Moonwatch, comparable pieces typically price lower on eBay than on Crown & Caliber when adjusted for condition.

The real trade-off is confidence. Crown & Caliber's 0.88 trustiness score (vs eBay's 0.60) reflects the difference between a curated, authenticated marketplace and an open one. For first-time luxury watch buyers, the peace of mind from Crown & Caliber's authentication is often worth the slight premium. For experienced buyers who know what to look for in a Speedmaster, eBay's depth of selection can surface better deals.

The Speedmaster Family: Other Models to Consider

The Moonwatch Professional isn't the only Speedmaster worth considering. Several other references have strong resale markets and offer different entry points. All prices below are from active listings on The Back Catalog's Omega watch listings.

• First Omega in Space 50th Anniversary (311.32.40.30.01.001) — 35 listings, $4,000–$6,150. The limited-edition commemorating Wally Schirra's 1962 flight. Smaller 40mm case, slightly more collector cachet than the standard Moonwatch.
• Speedmaster Date Chronograph (3210.50.00) — 31 listings, $2,500–$3,725. A more affordable entry with a date complication. Less purist than the no-date Moonwatch but often a better deal for daily wear.
• Speedmaster Reduced Chronograph (3539.50.00) — 29 listings, $3,000–$4,600. Automatic movement (vs the Moonwatch's manual-wind), 39mm case. Excellent entry-level Speedmaster that often gets overlooked.
• Speedmaster Professional Chronograph (311.33.42.30.01.001) — 22 listings, $3,875–$5,750. The previous-generation Moonwatch (Cal. 1861), now available at a discount relative to the 2021+ Cal. 3861 versions. Good for buyers who want the Moonwatch experience without paying current-gen prices.

What Drives the $4,700 to $39,000+ Price Range?

A nearly $35,000 spread on a single watch model demands explanation. Here are the key variables that move Speedmaster prices:

1. Reference Number (Vintage vs Modern)

Pre-Moon references — watches made before July 1969 that could theoretically have been on the lunar surface — trade at significant premiums. A pristine 1960s Speedmaster with its original bracelet and dial can easily reach $20,000–$40,000. The current-gen 3861 models (2021+) trade in a much tighter $5,000–$10,000 range.

2. Special Editions

Omega has released dozens of limited Speedmaster editions over the decades. The most sought-after in 2026 include the Silver Snoopy Award editions (particularly the 50th anniversary ref. 310.32.42.50.02.001), Apollo mission commemoratives, and the Caliber 321 reissue. These regularly trade 30–80% above their retail prices.

3. Hesalite vs Sapphire

Within the current generation, the Hesalite model (ref. 310.30.42.50.01.001) tends to hold its resale value slightly better than the Sapphire (ref. 310.30.42.50.01.002) because of its historical authenticity and stronger enthusiast demand. Sapphire models trade further below retail, making them the better "deal" on paper — but the Hesalite remains the collector's choice.

4. Box, Papers & Service History

A complete set — box, papers, and original accessories — adds $500–$1,500 to a modern Moonwatch's resale value depending on condition. The service history matters less for Speedmasters than for some other watches (the Cal. 3861's 5-year service intervals are generous), but documented provenance always helps.

Is the Omega Speedmaster a Good Investment in 2026?

The honest answer: the Speedmaster Moonwatch is a better store of value than a growth investment. The current resale market sits roughly 15% below the 2021–2022 peak, when pandemic-era luxury spending sent watch prices to unsustainable highs. That correction has settled, and pricing in early 2026 looks stable.

What the Speedmaster does offer is exceptional liquidity. A median sale time of ~15 days puts it in the top 4% of all watches by sell speed. If you need to exit your position, you can. That's not true for most watches in this price range.

The watches that consistently outperform are limited editions in unworn condition with full documentation — particularly the Snoopy Award series and Apollo commemoratives. These have appreciated 30–80% over retail and show no signs of softening. For standard production Moonwatches, buy because you love wearing it, and treat any resale value as a bonus.