iW Magazine iW Magazine Summer 2017 | Page 95

OMEGA SPEEDMASTER X-33 REGATTA ETNZ LIMITED EDITION As a main partner to America’s Cup winner Emirates Team New Zealand, Omega has equipped each member of the crew with this new watch, which is limited to 2,017 pieces. The Speedmaster X-33’s Regatta function keeps track of the critical countdown and race time with its own distinct ringing sequence. (The Speedmaster X-33 Regatta is one of two watches made in support of the Kiwi crew. Omega also created the Seamaster Planet Ocean ETNZ Deep Black.) Analog functions include hours, minutes and seconds, as well as a racing countdown. Digital functions show three different time zones, chronograph, timer, calendar indication, two alarms and perpetual calendar. Cased in grade 2 titanium, the analog-digital watch has a black dial with blue rings and white transferred markings, as well as cut outs for digital readings. The bezel ring is a ceramic/titanium mix and features stars at the 12, 3, 6 and 9 o’clock positions, a design meant to recall the New Zealand flag. The caseback is stamped with an Emirates Team New Zealand logo and engraved with the words “Challenger for the 35th America’s Cup.” and the limited edition number. The watch is presented on a black-coated nylon fabric strap with blue rubber lining and blue stitching. Price: $5,900. SUMMER 2017 | INTERNATIONAL WATCH | 95