Model: SpeedsonicReference: ST 188.0002Case Material: Stainless SteelBracelet Material: Leather StrapYear: 1978Movement: QuartzCaliber: 1255Movement N°: 38 413 202Dimensions: 44 mmSigned: Dial, movement and caseAccessories: Extract from the ArchivesThe lot here offered is an extremely rare and remarkable example of an Alaska III prototype specifically created by Omega for NASA. In 1978 the new Space Shuttle needed some equipment to be used on board and in that situation Omega presented three different watches. They were all code-named “Alaska III” at Omega: Speedmaster Professional reference ST 145022, the Speedmaster reference 11003, and the present prototype Speedsonic reference ST 188.0002 with electromechanical movement. Unfortunately, this very model wasn’t chosen because the NASA was unsure how taking a battery-powered watch would fare up in space and thus the Speedmaster Professional was chosen instead. The stainless steel tonneau case of the present watch was meant to be American-made and thus was especiallymissioned to Star Watch Casepany of Michigan. This was done toply with an official part of the procurement rules called “Buy American Act” that called for 50% of the product’s value program to be American-made. The numbers on the counters are also arranged radially, thought to allow for increased legibility. The whole watch is preserved in truly remarkable conditions with no evident signs. The black dial with tachymeter scale and three counters is charming with the applied luminous indexes that have gained a very nice light-yellow color. This lot is also provided with the Omega Extract from the Archives confirming this watch was part of the “Alaska III” program fitted with experimental “radial” dials and encased in cases made by Star Watch Casepany.Estimate € 35000 - 70000A 20% import VAT is due on the final price including , only if it is delivered within the EU