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路Hey everyone! Here's hoping this post doesn't ruffle too many purist feathers. 馃榾
Like many, the age-old question of whether to purchase the classic Moonwatch or the 'First Omega in Space' has caused some sleepless nights. I've owned two FOIS' over the years, and ended up selling both, as the mismatched handset alway bothered me and it also felt a bit too formal. I also prefer acrylic to sapphire when the option is available, and the movement in the Speedy is so beautiful that I've always wanted one with an exhibition case back. For me, the struggle was always between the FOIS and the 3572.50 Speedmaster (aka Hesalite sandwich).
If I could design my ideal Speedy, it would have the following:
- Straight lugs (FOIS)
- No crown guards (FOIS)
- Moonwatch hands
- Hesalite crystal
- Exhibition case back
If I were to buy another FOIS, is it possible to find OEM Hesalite crystal, sapphire case back, and traditional handset? As far as I know, the size of the watches is the same (the dimensions differ simply due to the crown guard), so those specific elements should be a 1:1 swap into the FOIS, correct? I appreciate all of the expert advice and opinion here in advance!
Like many, the age-old question of whether to purchase the classic Moonwatch or the 'First Omega in Space' has caused some sleepless nights. I've owned two FOIS' over the years, and ended up selling both, as the mismatched handset alway bothered me and it also felt a bit too formal. I also prefer acrylic to sapphire when the option is available, and the movement in the Speedy is so beautiful that I've always wanted one with an exhibition case back. For me, the struggle was always between the FOIS and the 3572.50 Speedmaster (aka Hesalite sandwich).
If I could design my ideal Speedy, it would have the following:
- Straight lugs (FOIS)
- No crown guards (FOIS)
- Moonwatch hands
- Hesalite crystal
- Exhibition case back
If I were to buy another FOIS, is it possible to find OEM Hesalite crystal, sapphire case back, and traditional handset? As far as I know, the size of the watches is the same (the dimensions differ simply due to the crown guard), so those specific elements should be a 1:1 swap into the FOIS, correct? I appreciate all of the expert advice and opinion here in advance!
