Quick answer

Watches similar to the Speedmaster Dark Side of the Moon replica sit in two groups: the genuine Omega ceramic Speedmasters, and other black ceramic chronographs from Zenith, Hublot, IWC, TAG Heuer, Bell & Ross and Tudor. A replica of the Dark Side of the Moon sells for about $250 to $600. Genuine black ceramic chronographs start near $6,000 and pass $20,000.

speedmaster dark side replica

What the original is

Omega released the Speedmaster Dark Side of the Moon in 2013. Reference 311.92.44.51.01.003. Case size 44.25 mm. Case material is black ceramic. The bezel is ceramic with a tachymeter scale. The movement is the calibre 9300, an automatic chronograph with a column wheel, a vertical clutch, a co-axial escapement and a 60 hour power reserve. Sub-dials sit at 3 and 9. The date window sits at 6. Sapphire crystal on the front and on the caseback. Water resistance is 50 m.

speedmaster dark side replica vs

Genuine watches that look close

  • Omega Speedmaster Grey Side of the Moon. Same 44.25 mm case shape, calibre 9300, grey ceramic.
  • Omega Speedmaster Black Black. Black case, black dial, black hands, low contrast.
  • Zenith Defy El Primero 21. 44 mm black ceramic, calibre 9004, 1/100 second chronograph.
  • Hublot Big Bang Unico Black Magic. 42 mm black ceramic, calibre HUB1280.
  • IWC Pilot's Watch Chronograph Top Gun. 44.5 mm black ceramic, calibre 69380.
  • TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph. 44 mm, Heuer 02 movement, steel or ceramic case.
  • Bell & Ross BR 05 Chrono. 42 mm, calibre BR-CAL.301.
  • Tudor Black Bay Chrono Dark. 41 mm, calibre MT5813, 2019 release.

Where replicas differ

Three checks separate a close replica from a poor one.

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  1. Sub-dial layout. The calibre 9300 runs a bi-compax layout with counters at 3 and 9 and the date at 6. Replicas built on a 7750 base place counters at 12, 6 and 9, or move the date. Compare the dial photo with a reference photo.
  2. Case material. Genuine is ceramic. Many replicas use steel with a black coating. Steel weighs more than ceramic. A coated case can chip at the edges.
  3. Movement. Genuine has a column wheel and a vertical clutch. Replica movements include the Asia 7750 and copies of the 9300. Ask for the movement name and the beat rate. A rate of 28,800 vph is standard for the 7750 family.

Prices

Replica Speedmaster Dark Side of the Moon: $250 to $600. Factory name and movement set the price. Genuine Omega Dark Side of the Moon: asking prices near $8,000 to $12,000. Grey Side of the Moon sits in the same range. Zenith Defy El Primero 21 new: about $12,000. Hublot Big Bang Unico Black Magic new: about $20,000. IWC Top Gun chronograph new: about $7,000. Tudor Black Bay Chrono Dark resale: about $6,000 to $9,000. Prices move with the market. Check a current listing before you commit.

Best Guide to Finding Speedmaster Dark Side Copy Replica Watch Online

Questions for a seller

  • Which factory made the watch?
  • Which version number?
  • Which movement, and what is the power reserve?
  • What is the case material?
  • Are the pushers screw-down or push type?
  • Does the watch come with a pressure test result?
  • What is the return window?
  • Are photos of the actual watch available?

What to skip

Skip listings with stock photos only. Skip sellers who quote a factory name without a version number. Skip claims of 100 m water resistance without a test result. Replica cases and gaskets vary, so treat any water resistance claim as unverified. A watchmaker can pressure test a case for a small fee.