Omega watches continues to make strides in both technology and design with elegant timepieces prized by collectors and aficionados alike. In the Greek alphabet the letter Omega has been synonymous with accomplishments and perfection for 2,500 years. In watchmaking, the Omega brand is at the forefront of know-how, design and human achievement. It has perpetuated the qualities of its Greek name for over 150 years. For more tham 150 years, Omega watches have not only recorded everyday moments in the live of their wearers. They have also witnessed numerous outstanding acheivements and taken part in some of mankind's most exciting adventures. With such a tradition of consistent pioneering, Omega is committed to continuing with its innovative and forward-looking approach to the art of watchmaking. Omega watches can be found in space, at sea, in stadiums, on Formula 1 and CART circuits, on fashion runways, at evening galas, and wherever men and women venture. From the Speedmaster Professional, the only watch worn on the moon, to the elegant Constellation, Omegas have been the watch of choice of personalities like Cindy Crawford, Martina Hingis, Ernie Els, and 007, James Bond. Omega's commitment to excellence has earned them the privilege of being the official timer of the Olympic Games 21 times and being designated the official watch of American astronauts and Russian cosmonauts. Omega has a long tradition and considerable expertise in manufacturing movements. Therefore, special attention is given to the development of new movements to continue Omega's history. During the 160 years of its history, Omega has constantly played an innovative role in the field of watchmaking. The company’s pioneering spirit has been present in areas as diverse as space exploration and deep-sea discovery. Its watchmaking expertise enables it to develop creations such as the co-axial escapement and the entirely transparent casing featured notably on the avant-garde model Omega Hour Vision. Omega is the mastermind behind numerous inventions and developments, placing its expertise and long tradition of measuring time at the service of timekeeping for the world’s most prestigious sporting events, from the Olympic Games to the America’s Cup, including the World Swimming Championships and top athletics meets. These inventions include the first camera able to take finish-line photos accurate to a thousandth of a second, and the touch pads beneath the starting blocks at swimming events that make it possible to stop the clock instantaneously. Omega saw its hour of glory with the Omega Speedmaster Professional model, or «Moon Watch», the only watch to have been worn on the moon. The brand is also participating in the prestigious «Solar Impulse» project, which aims to circumnavigate the world by solar-powered plane. Always preoccupied with elegance when designing its models, the brand has also launched its own line of jewelry for ladies and men.