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Although it may seem trivial in comparison to the immense amount Williams has link contributed to the exploration of new frontiers, in link our horology-obsessed corner of the universe, he's also moved the needle. He was part of the crew that tested prototype Omega X-33 models link and gave significant design feedback that allowed the watch to become standard issue to NASA astronauts going forward.

The case-to-dial ratio is significantly link skewed towards case, with massive lugs to incorporate the bezel locking mechanism. Cases link of this era tend to be thicker to compensate for link the lack of water-resistant technology that's available today. In the metal, the commando prototype's case is reminiscent of other monobloc-cased locking-bezel divers of the era like the Omega Ploprof. It doesn't have the same sort of lines as, say, the contemporary Rolex Submariner case of the era.