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Omega

Speedmaster 38

324.30.38.50.01.00238mmautomatic$6,500 list priceAnnounced August 2026

The 2026 redesign of Omega's 38mm Speedmaster, with a case, bezel and dial layout brought closer to the Moonwatch and round sub-dials in place of the earlier oval ones. The black-dial reference is a no-date chronograph powered by the automatic Co-Axial calibre 3332 and is water resistant to 100m.

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Creator Consensus

Positive

6 reviews: 5 positive, 1 mixed, 0 negative. 5 of 6 recommend it.

Every reviewer rates the design positively, and most praise how faithfully it scales down the classic Moonwatch, singling out the black dial. Several also admire the Moonwatch-style bezel and lug details and the improved five-link bracelet. Most reviewers recommend it.

Where they differ. Several reviewers find the case too thick for its diameter, with a couple blaming the automatic chronograph movement, while several others say it wears thinner than its measurements suggest. Value also divides opinion: several call it sensibly priced for a modern chronograph, while a couple feel alternatives offer more.

Most praised

Faithfully scaled-down classic Moonwatch design5 of 6
- Time+Tide Believes many people will be glad to see a smaller Moonwatch-style Speedmaster return.glad to see a smaller Moonwatch style Speedmaster back in the mixWatch from 3:50
- Worn & Wound Anyone who likes Speedmasters will like this; the aesthetic carries over fully.It should come as no surprise, but if you like the look of SpeedmastersRead it in context
- Teddy Baldassarre Considers that Omega has finally executed the smaller Speedmaster correctly.Omega finally got the Speedmaster 38 right.Watch from 0:00
- Teddy Baldassarre Sees the design as an iconic 20th-century look faithfully carried over.it's balanced, and it's an unimpeachable icon of 20th century designWatch from 8:40
- Watchitchat Feels the design is unmistakably classic Moonwatch.It is screaming quintessential MoonwatchWatch from 3:27
- Ben's Watches Sees it as a genuine Speedmaster scaled down, unlike the previous 38mm, which felt like a different product.This one looks like the real Speedmaster just a little smaller.Watch from 0:57
- Ben's Watches Believes design was not where Omega compromised.the design is not where they compromisedWatch from 2:23
Black dial is the standout, a mini Moonwatch4 of 6
- Fratello Considers the black-dial, white-hand version the purest of the new collection.It’s the purest version in this new collection.Read it in context
- Time+Tide Admits to being fixated on the new black dial model over the more colourful options.am I right for being fixated on this new black dial modelWatch from 3:50
- Teddy Baldassarre Feels the black dial nails the Moonwatch look.Omega has really stuck the lunar landing hereWatch from 7:43
- Ben's Watches Calls the black dial exceptional and says it looks like a mini Moonwatch.On the black version, the dial is unbelievable.Watch from 0:28
Bezel and lug details echo the Moonwatch3 of 6
- Fratello The bezel is much simpler than the previous Speedmaster 38's and now truly resembles the Moonwatch's.Now, it truly resembles the Moonwatch’s bezel.Read it in context
- Teddy Baldassarre Feels the refined lug taper and bezel make the case look and feel like a Moonwatch.somehow the new case looks and feels more like a MoonwatchWatch from 4:20
- Ben's Watches Welcomes the thicker bezel and dot-over-90 tachymeter as an enthusiast touch.the dot over 90 detail on the tachymeter is supposed to adhere to enthusiastWatch from 0:57
Wears and looks thinner than it measures3 of 6
- Worn & Wound The box crystal makes it look optically thinner than the number suggests.optically it looks a bit thinner than it might soundRead it in context
- Teddy Baldassarre Says case contours and lyre lugs keep it from wearing thick despite its height.it's not going to wear too thick on the wristWatch from 4:20
- Watchitchat Expected the diameter-to-thickness ratio to look unbalanced, but found it fine in profile.down the barrel here, it felt fineWatch from 4:23
- Watchitchat Finds that it sits well on the wrist despite its thickness.it actually sits quite well even despite the 14.47 mm thicknessWatch from 4:23
- Watchitchat Credits the bracelet's wrap with helping the thick case sit comfortably.because of the bracelet wrapping the wrist quite wellWatch from 4:23
Five-link bracelet is excellent and improved3 of 6
- Worn & Wound Considers the bracelet excellent, echoing newer Professional bracelets.The bracelet is also pretty excellent.Read it in context
- Teddy Baldassarre Considers the new bracelet a big improvement over the previous generation.with the improved bracelet being a massive upgradeWatch from 5:18
- Ben's Watches Considers the five-link bracelet one of the best in the industry and underrated.I think it's one of the best bracelets in the entire industryWatch from 1:25
- Ben's Watches Appreciates its inclusion on the 38mm model.to put it on the 38 is a nice touch and I welcome thatWatch from 1:54
Sensibly priced for a modern chronograph3 of 6
- Worn & Wound Considers the $200 increase over the previous model minor.All things considered, that’s not much.Read it in context
- Teddy Baldassarre Considers it well priced relative to the current chronograph market.it remains well-priced in today's overall chronograph marketWatch from 10:37
- Ben's Watches Appreciates that Omega priced the smaller watch meaningfully below the 42mm, rare in today's market.they made it smaller and they cut the priceWatch from 1:54

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Lighter dial variants are chic and handsome2 of 6
- Fratello Calls the silvery opaline, gray-bezel variant a chic take on the model.It’s a chic take on the new Speedmaster 38Read it in context
- Watchitchat Was surprised to like the white dial, blue bezel version, finding it striking and handsome.It's quite sharp, very handsome looking watchWatch from 5:49
- Watchitchat Thinks the white version looks better in person than in promo images.It does look much better in real life than the promo materialWatch from 5:49
- Watchitchat Finds that the white lacquer dial and engraved subdials add elegance and character.that lacquer dial certainly does give it a little bit of eleganceWatch from 5:49
White hands on matte black aid legibility2 of 6
- Fratello The white baton hands stand out strongly against the matte black dial.The white baton hands provide a strong contrast against the matte black varnished dial.Read it in context
- Teddy Baldassarre Rates legibility highly thanks to white elements on a matte black dial.The Speedmaster remains one of the most legible dials out thereWatch from 7:43
Good option for smaller wrists2 of 6
- Fratello Expects it to fit smaller wrists comfortably.The new Speedmaster 38 should fit smaller wrists comfortably.Read it in context
- Ben's Watches Sees it as a genuinely good option for small-wristed Speedmaster fans.this is a legitimately good release for youWatch from 2:23
Co-axial automatic column-wheel chronograph calibre2 of 6
- Teddy Baldassarre Counts the automatic COSC co-axial column-wheel chronograph movement as a pro.It has an automatic COSC certified coaxial column wheel chronograph movement inside.Watch from 10:08
- Ben's Watches Credits the co-axial escapement with lower friction and longer service intervals.which generally runs with less friction, which means longer stretches between servicesWatch from 8:10
True successor to the Speedmaster Reduced1 of 6
- Time+Tide Views the black dial model as the first true successor to the Speedmaster Reduced.really marks the first true successor in 17 years to the Speedmaster reducedWatch from 3:50
- Time+Tide Contrasts it with the earlier black Speedmaster 38, which was not a true Reduced revival.It was not a true Speedy Reduced revival. Today, after 17 years or so, that all changes.Watch from 0:58
No-date layout looks cleaner1 of 6
- Worn & Wound Prefers the black dial's no-date layout as cleaner.That said, it’s obviously cleaner without one.Read it in context

Most criticised

Case is too thick for its diameter3 of 6
- Worn & Wound Finds the case thick, a solid brick, and wishes it were thinner.it would be even better if it were a little thinnerRead it in context
- Teddy Baldassarre Concedes the case height may be a genuine drawback for some buyers.the height of the case may be a legitimate the con for thoseWatch from 9:38
- Ben's Watches Criticises Omega for reducing diameter while adding thickness compared with the 42mm Moonwatch.Omega took 4 mm off the diameter and put on a millimeter on the thicknessWatch from 0:00
- Ben's Watches Notes its thickness-to-diameter ratio is worse than the 1990s Speedmaster Reduced.it's actually thicker than one from the '90s when they had worse technologyWatch from 3:21
- Ben's Watches Cites collectors describing a hockey-puck feel and argues the old Reduced wore better.the '90s engineering almost 30 years ago, is actually the better wearing watchWatch from 4:47
Automatic chronograph movement drives the thickness2 of 6
- Watchitchat Suggests a manual-wind movement would be needed to make the case thinner.if they did really want to thin down, they probably should move towardsWatch from 4:23
- Ben's Watches Blames the integrated automatic chronograph movement for the excess thickness.It's because of the movement.Watch from 4:18
Bracelet sizing and adjustment are fiddly2 of 6
- Worn & Wound Finds the bracelet a hassle to resize.It’s a pain in the ass to size, but otherwise it’s a great bracelet.Read it in context
- Watchitchat Finds the push-style micro-adjust cumbersome, though better than none.I've always found this push mechanism a bit cumbersome to useWatch from 5:21
Alternatives offer more for less money2 of 6
- Worn & Wound Vintage Speedmaster Reduced models sell for much less.OG Speedmaster Reduced models are going for around $3,000Read it in context
- Ben's Watches Argues it isn't the best chronograph at its price; Longines offers more for less.you're not buying the best chronograph you can get forWatch from 8:39
Date versions look less clean1 of 6
- Watchitchat Prefers the no-date layout, finding the date versions less clean.I'm not overly convinced that it needs a date windowWatch from 6:46
Subdials oversized for the smaller dial1 of 6
- Watchitchat Finds the subdials too large for the smaller dial and would prefer them scaled down.the sub dials do seem a little bit big cuz they're pushed to the edge of the watch dialWatch from 3:27

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Date window prone to misalignment1 of 6
- Watchitchat Warns that Omega date windows are often misaligned, including on the example handled.It happens way too often to be a coincidenceWatch from 6:46
Polished case sides would be better brushed1 of 6
- Watchitchat Dislikes the polished case sides and would prefer them brushed.I would much prefer the side surfaces of the case to be brushedWatch from 6:19

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How reviewers judged each aspect; one square per reviewer who discussed it
Design		Praised
Dial		Praised
Case & proportions		Mixed
Wearability		Mostly liked
Bracelet & strap		Praised
Finishing & build		Praised
Originality		Praised
Value		Mostly liked
Movement		Mostly liked
Functionality		Praised
Versatility		Praised

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The reviews

6 counted, 2 more for context

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Ben's Watches

Omega's New Speedmaster 38 Has a BIG Problem

Video, 11 minComparisonSep 2026

MixedRecommends, with caveats

The reviewer likes the design, dial, bracelet and lower price, but calls its 14.75mm thickness a major problem. Its older Longines-derived movement architecture ends up in a thicker case than cheaper, more complicated Longines chronographs. Recommended mainly for small-wristed buyers set on a Speedmaster.

Suits: Small-wristed buyers who specifically want a Speedmaster but find the 42mm too big

What they said, point by point

Designpositive: Sees it as a genuine Speedmaster scaled down, unlike the previous 38mm, which felt like a different product. 0:57
Believes design was not where Omega compromised. 2:23
Dialpositive: Calls the black dial exceptional and says it looks like a mini Moonwatch. 0:28
Case & proportionsnegative: Criticises Omega for reducing diameter while adding thickness compared with the 42mm Moonwatch. 0:00
Notes its thickness-to-diameter ratio is worse than the 1990s Speedmaster Reduced. 3:21
Welcomes the thicker bezel and dot-over-90 tachymeter as an enthusiast touch. 0:57
Wearabilitymixed: Having tried it on, finds it wears acceptably despite the thickness. 9:37
Sees it as a genuinely good option for small-wristed Speedmaster fans. 2:23
Cites collectors describing a hockey-puck feel and argues the old Reduced wore better. 4:47
Bracelet & strappositive: Considers the five-link bracelet one of the best in the industry and underrated. 1:25
Appreciates its inclusion on the 38mm model. 1:54
Movementmixed: Blames the integrated automatic chronograph movement for the excess thickness. 4:18
Notes the base architecture dates to a 2009 Longines calibre and sees little new engineering. 7:40
Credits the co-axial escapement with lower friction and longer service intervals. 8:10
Finishing & buildpositive: Judges its finishing and bracelet a tier above Longines. 8:10
Originalitypositive: Argues the Omega name and moon history carry real weight versus Longines. 8:39
Valuemixed: Appreciates that Omega priced the smaller watch meaningfully below the 42mm, rare in today's market. 1:54
Does not think Omega is overcharging compared with many brands. 7:40
Argues it isn't the best chronograph at its price; Longines offers more for less. 8:39
Compared with: Longines Master Collection Chrono Moonphase: Thinner, more complications and power reserve, about $2,200 cheaper.
Longines Spirit Pilot Flyback: Reviewer's personal pick; flyback in a thinner case for less money.
Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch Professional 42mm: The 42mm is thinner, but the 38 costs about $900 less.
Omega Speedmaster Reduced: The 1990s modular-movement Reduced had better proportions and wore better.
Omega Speedmaster 38 (previous generation): The old 38 felt jewellery-like; the new one feels like a real Speedmaster.

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Watchitchat

Is This Omega Watch Too Thick? - The Speedmaster 38 - Hands On

Video, 8 minHands-on reviewAug 2026

PositiveRecommends, with caveats

Handled at a boutique, the Speedmaster 38 impressed more than expected. It wears well despite its thickness and is unmistakably a Moonwatch. Gripes include oversized subdials, polished case sides, the date window and Omega's date alignment. The reviewer skips it only because of owning similar 42mm models.

Suits: Speedmaster fans with smaller wrists, around 15–16 cm

Disclosure: Retailer stock

What they said, point by point

Designpositive: Feels the design is unmistakably classic Moonwatch. 3:27
Was surprised to like the white dial, blue bezel version, finding it striking and handsome. 5:49
Thinks the white version looks better in person than in promo images. 5:49
Dialmixed: Finds the subdials too large for the smaller dial and would prefer them scaled down. 3:27
Likes the consistent white paint on the markers and subdial hands, and the applied logo. 5:21
Finds that the white lacquer dial and engraved subdials add elegance and character. 5:49
Prefers the no-date layout, finding the date versions less clean. 6:46
Case & proportionsmixed: Expects thickness to be the most debated aspect, but urges trying it in person. 4:52
Expected the diameter-to-thickness ratio to look unbalanced, but found it fine in profile. 4:23
Suggests a manual-wind movement would be needed to make the case thinner. 4:23
Dislikes the polished case sides and would prefer them brushed. 6:19
Wearabilitypositive: Finds that it sits well on the wrist despite its thickness. 4:23
Its modest weight keeps it from wobbling on the wrist. 4:23
Notes it looks and feels less small than expected for 38mm. 2:57
Bracelet & strapmixed: Credits the bracelet's wrap with helping the thick case sit comfortably. 4:23
Finds the push-style micro-adjust cumbersome, though better than none. 5:21
Likes the mostly brushed bracelet with polished edges, which should hide scratches. 7:15
Suspects the case height will make it wobble on straps, so it is no strap monster. 4:52
Finishing & buildmixed: Feels the diamond-polished blue-coated hands and markers add character. 6:19
Warns that Omega date windows are often misaligned, including on the example handled. 6:46
Functionalitypositive: Finds that the chronograph pushers and crown operate crisply. 7:15
Compared with: Omega Speedmaster Professional Moonwatch 42mm: Much the same watch, smaller; the reviewer keeps the 42mm, which suits a 17.5 cm wrist.
Omega Speedmaster Silver Snoopy 42mm: Finds the white lacquer 38 too similar to the Silver Snoopy already owned.
Omega Speedmaster Milano Cortina Winter Olympics: Sees the white and blue colour scheme as closely inspired by it.

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Time+Tide

New Omega Speedmaster 38: A Proper Speedmaster Reduced Successor? | Hands On Review

Video, 5 minFirst lookAug 2026

Positive

The reviewer welcomes the black-dial Speedmaster 38 as the first true successor to the Speedmaster Reduced in 17 years and admits to being fixated on it. Most of the video describes specs and variants, with little deeper evaluation.

Suits: Fans wanting a smaller Moonwatch-style Speedmaster, like the old Reduced

What they said, point by point

Originalitypositive: Views the black dial model as the first true successor to the Speedmaster Reduced. 3:50
Contrasts it with the earlier black Speedmaster 38, which was not a true Reduced revival. 0:58
Designpositive: Admits to being fixated on the new black dial model over the more colourful options. 3:50
Notes the dial is effectively the same as the current Moonwatch Professional, minus the Professional script. 1:55
Believes many people will be glad to see a smaller Moonwatch-style Speedmaster return. 3:50
Compared with: Omega Speedmaster Reduced 3550.10: About 1mm smaller, a few mm thicker, similar lug-to-lug; spiritual successor.
Omega Speedmaster Professional Moonwatch: Dial nearly identical; case shape and finishing in line with it.

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Fratello

Finally A New Speedmaster Reduced? Hands-On With The Redesigned Omega Speedmaster 38

ArticleHands-on reviewAug 2026Robert-Jan Broer

PositiveRecommends, with caveats

Welcomes the redesigned Speedmaster 38 as a true Reduced-style Moonwatch alternative. The black-dial version is the purest and the opaline variant is chic. The reviewer finds it slightly small on an 18cm wrist and suits smaller wrists better.

Suits: Moonwatch admirers with smaller wrists

What the review says, point by point

Designpositive: Considers the black-dial, white-hand version the purest of the new collection.
Calls the silvery opaline, gray-bezel variant a chic take on the model.
Dialpositive: The white baton hands stand out strongly against the matte black dial.
Case & proportionspositive: The bezel is much simpler than the previous Speedmaster 38's and now truly resembles the Moonwatch's.
The roughly 37mm bezel diameter makes it appear noticeably smaller than larger Speedmasters.
Wearabilitymixed: Expects it to fit smaller wrists comfortably.
Finds it slightly small on an 18cm wrist.
Functionalitypositive: Believes most readers will be pleased by the 100m water resistance.
Versatilitypositive: Considers the opaline, gray-bezel model versatile enough to go with anything.
Compared with: Omega Speedmaster Professional Moonwatch 42mm: Reviewer prefers the 42mm on an 18cm wrist; it has a larger presence.
Omega Speedmaster Calibre 321 (39.7mm): Preferred for reviewer's wrist; larger bezel gives a 40mm appearance.
Omega Speedmaster First Omega in Space: Preferred for reviewer's wrist; longer lugs and a larger bezel.
Omega Speedmaster 38 (2017, previous generation): The new bezel is much simpler and more Moonwatch-like.
Omega Speedmaster Reduced 3510.50: The black-dial model resembles the Reduced but adds an applied logo.

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Worn & Wound

Review: Is the New Omega Speedmaster 38 the Modern Speedmaster Reduced?

ArticleHands-on reviewAug 2026Words By Zach Weiss

PositiveRecommends, with caveats

The reviewer sees it as the obvious, well-executed smaller automatic Moonwatch: faithful Speedmaster looks, great proportions and bracelet. Its thickness is a drawback, the concept is unexciting, and vintage Reduced models are cheaper.

Suits: Speedmaster fans wanting a smaller, automatic, worry-free modern Speedy

What the review says, point by point

Case & proportionsmixed: Finds the case thick, a solid brick, and wishes it were thinner.
The box crystal makes it look optically thinner than the number suggests.
Large pushers and crown give the smaller case a pleasing fullness.
Attributes the thickness to Omega lacking a thin automatic chronograph movement.
Dialpositive: Prefers the black dial's no-date layout as cleaner.
Sub-dials placed farther out make the dial seem as large as the Pro's.
Notes the sub-dials feel more significant, shifting the dial's balance.
Designpositive: Anyone who likes Speedmasters will like this; the aesthetic carries over fully.
Describes it as clean, classic, reserved, slightly ornate and sporty.
Proportions work and the watch looks the part.
Wearabilitypositive: Looked and felt great on the reviewer's 6.75-inch wrist.
Feels smaller than the Pro but has real substance, not a small watch.
Mid-case lugs help it wear better than its thickness implies, though not thin.
Bracelet & strappositive: Considers the bracelet excellent, echoing newer Professional bracelets.
Finds the bracelet a hassle to resize.
Originalitymixed: Its lack of surprises is what makes it work.
Not the most exciting release, though doing the obvious can be best.
Wishes it paid more homage to the cult Reduced ref. 3510.50.
Valuemixed: Considers the $200 increase over the previous model minor.
Vintage Speedmaster Reduced models sell for much less.
Versatilitypositive: Sees appeal as a Speedmaster that needn't be babied like a vintage piece.
Smaller size and automatic convenience make it distinct enough from a Pro.
Compared with: Omega Speedmaster Professional: Same design language; 38 is smaller and automatic but thicker, different enough to own both.
Omega Speedmaster Reduced ref. 3510.50: Older Reduced was thinner, had more personality, and now costs less.

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Teddy Baldassarre

Omega Finally Brought Moonwatch Looks To The Speedmaster 38

Video, 11 minHands-on reviewAug 2026

Very positiveRecommends

The reviewer believes Omega has finally got the Speedmaster 38 right. It brings the Moonwatch look to a smaller automatic case, with a much-improved bracelet and fair pricing. Case thickness is the only real caveat, and it is largely masked on the wrist.

Suits: Speedmaster fans wanting a smaller, Moonwatch-style automatic Speedy

What they said, point by point

Designpositive: Considers that Omega has finally executed the smaller Speedmaster correctly. 0:00
Sees the design as an iconic 20th-century look faithfully carried over. 8:40
Case & proportionsmixed: Feels the refined lug taper and bezel make the case look and feel like a Moonwatch. 4:20
Concedes the case height may be a genuine drawback for some buyers. 9:38
Believes the thickness shows mainly in profile and largely disappears when worn. 10:08
Wearabilitypositive: Describes the wear experience as a scaled-down modern Moonwatch. 5:18
Says case contours and lyre lugs keep it from wearing thick despite its height. 4:20
Bracelet & strappositive: Considers the new bracelet a big improvement over the previous generation. 5:18
Praises the drape provided by the articulated end links. 5:48
Finds the 18mm lug width well proportioned to the case. 5:48
Welcomes the comfort-release micro-adjustment on the clasp. 6:17
Dialpositive: Feels the black dial nails the Moonwatch look. 7:43
Rates legibility highly thanks to white elements on a matte black dial. 7:43
Likes the lume's tritium-like green glow. 7:43
Prefers the return to round sub-dials over the previous oval ones. 8:11
Finishing & buildpositive: Praises the milled fold-over clasp and its detailing. 6:17
Movementpositive: Counts the automatic COSC co-axial column-wheel chronograph movement as a pro. 10:08
Valuepositive: Considers it well priced relative to the current chronograph market. 10:37
Compared with: Omega Speedmaster 38 (2017 previous generation): New model fixes nearly every collector complaint about the previous version.
Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch Professional 42mm: Closely mirrors the Moonwatch's look and bracelet in a smaller automatic package.

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Monochrome

Omega Refreshes the Speedmaster 38mm Collection, Including a Moonwatch-Like Black No-Date (with Video)

ArticleNewsAug 2026Brice Goulard

Positive

Launch coverage that welcomes the black no-date Speedmaster 38 as a faithful, cleaner downsized Moonwatch with a compact lug-to-lug and 100m water resistance. It flags the 14.75mm thickness and lack of Master Chronometer certification as downsides.

Suits: Men and women wanting a smaller, automatic Moonwatch-style chronograph

Not a review of the watch in hand (news, a guide or a reaction), so it isn't counted.

What the review says, point by point

Designpositive: Considers the update a tasteful refinement bringing it closer to the Moonwatch.
Describes the design as clean, utilitarian and classic.
Dialpositive: Feels the round sub-dials and Moonwatch details bring it much closer to the original.
Notes smaller size pushes sub-dials toward the edge and the dial is flat, not stepped.
Appreciates minimal dial text for a cleaner look.
Case & proportionsmixed: Calls the 14.75mm thickness a substantial downside of the integrated automatic movement.
Finds the lug-to-lug very compact.
Wearabilitypositive: Believes the compact dimensions suit both men and women.
Functionalitypositive: Sees 100m water resistance as an advantage over the Moonwatch.
Movementmixed: Regards the automatic movement as more convenient than the Moonwatch's hand-wound one.
Points out it is one of few Omega calibres without Master Chronometer certification.
Compared with: Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch Professional: Closer to Moonwatch styling, better water resistance, but about 1.5mm thicker.

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Adrian Barker

Omega FIXED the Speedmaster Reduced - Kind of!

Video, 7 minReactionAug 2026

Mixed

Praises the redesigned dial with round sub-dials, the vintage-style bracelet and the price gap to the Moonwatch. Sees the 14.75mm thickness on a 38mm case, plus the narrow 18mm bracelet, as a major drawback likely to make it wear dainty and tall.

Not a review of the watch in hand (news, a guide or a reaction), so it isn't counted.

What they said, point by point

Dialpositive: Considers the dial design refined and improved over the previous Reduced. 1:56
Feels the round sub-dials, closer to the Moonwatch, completely fix the watch. 2:25
Designpositive: Appreciates that Omega made a more faithful Moonwatch equivalent in the reduced size. 5:48
Picks the silver opaline dial with warm grey bezel as a favourite colourway. 6:16
Case & proportionsnegative: Calls the watch chunky despite its reduced width. 1:26
Considers the width-to-thickness ratio unfavourable. 4:50
Likes the box sapphire but finds the outer AR coating a weak selling point, since it can scratch. 1:26
Wearabilitynegative: Predicts it will wear dainty and tall on the wrist. 5:48
Feels the 18mm bracelet limits wrist presence. 5:48
Bracelet & strappositive: Rates it among the reviewer's favourite bracelets on the market. 3:52
Likes the taper and the vintage-styled clasp. 3:52
Praises the on-the-fly extension system in the clasp. 4:21
Movementmixed: Considers the movement a step below Omega's Master Chronometer Speedmaster calibres. 2:55
Values the Co-Axial escapement as a clear advantage over the Longines base. 3:24
Functionalitypositive: Notes the water resistance is better than that of the full-size Speedmaster. 1:26
Valuepositive: Highlights a £2,000 saving over the sapphire Moonwatch. 6:16
Compared with: Omega Speedmaster Professional Moonwatch (sapphire): Narrower and £2,000 cheaper, but over 1.5mm thicker, a big difference.
Rolex Explorer 36: Explorer's 20mm bracelet gives more wrist presence than this 18mm one.
Omega Speedmaster Reduced (previous generation): Round sub-dials improve on the old oval sub-dials.

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Specifications

Reference: 324.30.38.50.01.002
Case: 38mm, stainless steel
Thickness: 14.75mm
Lug to lug: 44.96mm
Movement: Omega 3332 (Co-Axial, COSC; no-date version of cal. 3330) (automatic)
Power reserve: 52 hours
Water resistance: 100m
Crystal: sapphire (anti-reflective both sides)
Bracelet or strap: stainless steel bracelet tapering 18-15mm, folding clasp with two-position comfort-release extension
Announced: August 2026
List price (US): $6,500US$6,500 on steel bracelet at launch for the black no-date model (Fratello and Worn & Wound, Aug 2026)

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