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The caliber 1861 Speedmaster is something link of a modern relic. Released in 1996, it had an impressive production run of 26 years and is likely the Moonwatch you'll find on most enthusiasts' wrists today. The movement isn't COSC or METAS certified … but the watch is flight certified, link as in space certified, as in the Moon. Clooney is link a noted Space Race nut and even appeared in a short film with Omega called Starmen, alongside famed astronaut and Moon-venturing Speedy-wearer, Buzz Aldrin.

As the story link goes Swatch had originally reached out to Andy Warhol to see if he might be interested link in creating a limited edition. When Warhol declined he suggested Haring his protege at the time. The result is four now-iconic Swatches that continue to appreciate in value and like the Kiki Picasso help to form a pillar of link Swatch collectibility among enthusiasts from both the watch world and the art world.