Considering Speedmaster reduced. Some questions.

Hduck

You really would like it. It’s a little work horse and I don’t baby it. The biggest issue might be the hesalite crystal but scratches can easily be buffed out

Strangedream

There are already excellent answers about the technicalities so I'll just give you my opinion.
If you go with a reduced, try one with the date. Unlike the standard reduced, the reduced date comes with a Valjoux 7750-based movement and it's gonna be easier to find a watchmaker willing to work on it. If you're looking after heritage and a classic piece the Pro is the only way to go IMHO. I have small wrists too (6") and thanks to the relatively short lug-lug distance my Speedy Pro wears more like a 39-40mm. I also hooked it on a MN strap so it looks even fitter on my wrist.

Vercingetorix

No Speedmaster reduced has a date, much less a 7750. Those are Speedmaster dates.

Vercingetorix

No Speedmaster reduced has a date, much less a 7750. Those are Speedmaster dates.

Katana

That sounds good. I’m sure I would like it. From what I’ve read about the hesalite, the scratches that happen are part and parcel of it and part of the charm, so going into it like that I wouldn’t been too bothered.

Katana

First, I apologize if this is not the correct forum to post in. I’m not sure if the reduced is considered a modern or vintage watch, so I thought I’d post it here since I’m also considering the speedmaster 38mm co-axial.

I’ve been considering expanding my collection recently. I like the moon watch but have small wrists, so the speedmaster reduced seemed like a good option. I have read that the movement is difficult and costly to service, but I’d love to hear some feedback from people who own it, how the movement/chronograph has performed, any issues with its function, cost of servicing etc. I was considering the Speedmaster 38mm co-axial, but it’s currently quite a bit more than I want to spend. Of course I could wait a bit until the co-axial would be doable, but would be waiting quite a long time.

So, is the reduced a good solid movement that’s a work horse and reliable, or is it too much hassle to deal with? Or would it be a better choice to wait a while and pick up the speedmaster 38 co-axial?

I currently own the Globemaster silver dial, so I feel a bit spoiled in terms of daily experience with a superior reliable movement, but it could be nice to have something in contrast to the GM.
I appreciate any feedback or advice.

Vercingetorix

No Speedmaster reduced has a date, much less a 7750. Those are Speedmaster dates.

C ChrisJackson

Omega themselves seem to think otherwise!

Graemega

I bought a 38 in November, and absolutely love it.
Also tried on the Pro at the time, which was marginally cheaper.
I preferred the look of the Pro to be honest, and there wasn’t much different in the fit on my slender wrists.
I opted for the 38 as I felt I would get along better with the automatic movement given that I plan to wear the watch every day. Manual wind would just frustrate me when I (inevitably) forget to wind and find the watch has stopped on me.

Graemega

I bought a 38 in November, and absolutely love it.
Also tried on the Pro at the time, which was marginally cheaper.
I preferred the look of the Pro to be honest, and there wasn’t much different in the fit on my slender wrists.
I opted for the 38 as I felt I would get along better with the automatic movement given that I plan to wear the watch every day. Manual wind would just frustrate me when I (inevitably) forget to wind and find the watch has stopped on me.

Badwolf

Reduced was my first Speedmaster. Very comfy on the wrist.

mzinski

I started out with a Reduced - in fact it was a absolutely trashed example. I ended up cleaning, repairing, and servicing the whole watch and bracelet. It still shows it's age and history but I'm pleased with the result.
I'm not mentioning that to toot my own horn but to say I've worked on the DD Module. Sure, it's a little tricky and not as intuitive as a chronograph movement but it's not THAT hard. I've only ever worked on one. I'm a hobbyist. Any professional watchmaker worth their salt should be able to handle it without issues. That said, I don't know if Omega charges a different premium for service compared to a Speedy Pro.
Also, full disclosure, I bought a Pro shortly afterwards. While I like the size of the Reduced (it does wear smaller than a Pro) I'm a sucker for the heritage of a Pro and a screw down case back is important to me.
I think the Reduced is a very nice watch. Mine is keeping spectacular time and handles my abuse handily (cycling, martial arts, kids, etc).
Try on that various options and go with the model that suits you best. I think you'll be perfectly fine with any of the movements. It's not like the DD Module is a cheap Asian clone or something.