The next chapter of the MoonSwatch collection brings a change of perspective and something new to the table. Enough to get you excited?
Swatch has introduced a new model to its hugely successful Moonswatch collection. Yes, this is another line, and yes, this line has been very successful. Even though the days of endless queues are over, sales continue to fuel the expansion of this collection. Before I get into the comments, let me be honest. Who wouldn’t keep promoting a product that keeps selling?
MoonSwatch’s mission to Earth’s phase
Refreshingly, this new model features a complication we’ve never seen before: Earth Phase. As the name suggests, it is essentially a change of perspective. Instead of looking at the Moon from the Earth, we now look at the Earth from the Moon and observe its waxing and waning phases. This is a novel feature that Swatch plans to patent. In addition to this new complication, there is also the well-known moon phase indicator right next to it. Suffice it to say that all your phases belong to Swatch (not a typo, if you understand this reference please drop a comment for RJ and my kudos).
In addition to introducing new complications, it has all the other features you’ve come to expect from MoonSwatch. These include a light gray 42mm bioceramic case with Velcro strap, established subdial layout, and Omega × Swatch branding on the dial and strap. The dial itself is gray with a “rough texture” reminiscent of the moon’s surface. UV ink was applied to the miniature Earth’s oceans, and Super-LumiNova was used to treat the two small satellites. The combination of these two displays and the luminous indexes and hands should make this new member of the MoonSwatch family especially interesting in the dark. Finally, when you turn the watch over, you’ll see Neil Armstrong’s footprints drawn on the battery cover.
Price and availability
For those interested in this latest offering from Swatch, we have some good news and some not-so-good news. The Moonswatch Mission to Earth Phase is not a limited edition model, so the chances of getting one are high. However, it will only be available at select Swatch stores from November 2nd and will cost 330 euros. Depending on where you live, it can be very difficult to purchase. To be honest, I would have liked to have seen Swatch expand the collection of Moon Swatches that can be ordered online. Nevertheless, I’m pretty impressed with this latest creation, even though it’s only available in stores. Because it surprised me with a new interpretation of an established complication. Admittedly, I’m not really sure why anyone would want to know about the Earth’s phases from a practical standpoint, but hey, it’s just a little light-hearted astronomical fun.
what is your opinion? fun? Yawn? Let us know in the comments section below.
