The 1957 Speedmaster is the reference that started the whole line, and the sixth-generation fake Speedmaster 1957 is the closest many enthusiasts will get to wearing that first Broad Arrow on the wrist. This build follows the original 39 mm case, the symmetrical profile, and the stepped dial that defined the very first Speedmaster. If you have been comparing batches and want a plain answer about what the current version actually delivers, this guide covers it.
Key Features
- 39 mm stainless steel case shaped to the 1957 profile, with straight lugs and a slim bezel
- Broad Arrow hour and minute hands with period-correct proportions and a steel chronograph seconds hand
- Matte black stepped dial with three sub-dials at 3, 6 and 9 o'clock
- Base-1000 tachymeter bezel with black insert and era-appropriate lettering
- Hand-wound chronograph movement with a firm, clean pusher feel and roughly a 40-hour reserve
- Domed crystal that gives the soft distortion and warm reflections of the original
- Mixed brushed and polished case finishing with a signed screw-down caseback
- Supplied on a steel bracelet, with a leather strap option available at checkout
Materials and specifications
The case is machined from 316L stainless steel, then brushed along the flanks with polished bevels and a polished bezel edge so the light behaves the way it does on the genuine article. The dial is a lacquer-printed matte black surface with applied and printed elements kept to the right thickness, and the hands are steel with a bright polished finish. Inside sits a hand-wound chronograph movement with a column-wheel-style actuation, and the crystal is domed rather than flat so the profile sits correctly under a shirt cuff. Water resistance is rated for everyday splashes, not for swimming.
Shipping and returns
Orders are packed discreetly and shipped with tracking, typically within a few business days of cleared payment. Every watch is checked and timed before it leaves, and you get a short inspection window after delivery to confirm the movement, the chronograph reset and the dial alignment. If something is not right, contact support and a replacement or refund is arranged without a long argument.
How is the 6th generation different from earlier batches?
The main gains are in the case silhouette, the dial printing and the pusher feel. Earlier versions had a slightly chunkier profile and softer bezel lettering, while this generation tightens the lug shape and the step between dial and rehaut.
Does it work as a daily wearer?
Yes. The 39 mm size sits comfortably on most wrists, the hand-wound movement is easy to live with once it becomes routine, and the bracelet balances the head well. Just keep it away from swimming and heavy knocks.
What should I check when it arrives?
Run the chronograph through a full start, stop and reset cycle, confirm the sub-dials zero correctly, and check that the bezel insert is seated evenly. Winding should feel smooth with no grit.