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Today we're narrowing our focus on what's perhaps their most famous story: the Moon landing, which will celebrate its 50th anniversary on July 20, 2019 (EST). The Omega Speedmaster Professional was part of the Apollo 11 mission's official equipment. As a result, this model would make history as the first on the Moon. In celebration of this achievement, we've compiled some interesting facts about the most iconic models and the brand behind them into an infographic.

Omega has more than 170 years of history dotted with ground-breaking achievements. However, your average watch fan will associate Omega first and foremost with the Speedmaster, the watch that made it to the Moon. While the association is warranted, this Swiss company is so much more than that. So, to kick-start Omega Week, I'd like to put four of Omega's other long-standing partnerships and their linked watches in the limelight. Our first stop will be in the world of sports.

Over the last few weeks, watch fans have been sharing their Omegas on social media using the hashtag #ShowYourOmega – but which one is the biggest eye-catcher? Each day during our Omega Brand Week, which will run from July 15-19, we'll be pitting 2 wrist shots from this top 8 list against each other in our Instagram story.

Making tasteful choices does require some natural instinct. However, I don't think that means you can't learn about it, and great style certainly takes many different forms. The same can be said for watches. Most watches work well with a variety of looks and are a great way to show off your personal fashion sense.

Whether you use it for inspiration, information, and entertainment, Instagram certainly makes it hard to put your smartphone down. Our authors regularly search the platform for the most interesting accounts – purely for research purposes, of course! With images of rare watches, the wardrobes of well-dressed gentlemen, nearly forgotten classic cars, and brilliant photography all around, we've discovered four accounts that are worthy of your attention.

I've been less impressed by newer Datejust releases, particularly the 41-mm Datejust II and last year's 36-mm two-tone version with Everose gold and an Oyster bracelet. I was, therefore, anxiously awaiting the new release of the traditional 36-mm version with a black dial and Jubilee bracelet.