Thanks for the comparison! Both great watches

 

I purchased a FOIS as my first Omega and really like how it wears! Great write up on the differences.

 

I am currently leaning toward the purchase of a FOIS but have concerns how it will wear on my 7.5" wrist. I need to get to my local Omega Boutique to give it a look.

 

prefer the professional. actually ordered one and eagerly waiting for it to arrive. Only thing i would change is the straight lugs. i would prefer the straight lugs on the professional. twisted lugs look great with the bracelet but somehow dot look good on straps. imo.

 

Quality review, Mike! Thanks for taking the time!
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Bump for a great thread. Many newcomers may not have seen this excellent side-by-side before.

 

Great review! I like the lug on FOIS better!

 

Great side by side comparison. Love the handset on the FOIS

 

I am drawn to it as well

 

great photos and comparisons. I have a question about the height of these watches. I read on another post here (at least I think it was here) that the FOIS is taller than the Speedy Pro. I wasn't sure why that would be the case except for maybe the difference between sapphire vs hesalite. Can you confirm that they are both indeed the same height? Much Thanks!

 

Right when I am about to trade in my FOIS for the 3570.

 

The difference in height is slight but it is because of the relief design in the caseback, and possibly due to the FOIS sapphire crystal. I doubt there is very much in it.

 

Superb thread! Great read

 

This thread was a great help to me, @Rockmastermike - thank you! Love the photos and, especially, the detailed close-up shots outlining the subtle differences. Thumbs up!

 

When trying to make up your mind see these fine details on FOIS! Tried macro today and saw something you can't see with your eyes.

 

Yep, they're there; I had a good look with a loupe but needed to play around with a little light to pick them up. They are less prominent than on other Speedmasters, but I'm pleased they are there...for reasons I'm not sure I can explain.

 

Awesome pics and comparison!

 

Sorry, what are "they" ?

 

Thanks for the comparison. Def leaning towards the 3570.

 

Read this thread and every other one about the Pro vs FOIS. Went to an AD today to try them on and to get a feel which one tickled my fancy the most. All day researching and I still cannot decide which one. Tried to have my son pick which one he liked best from pictures online since it will be his one day, but the problem is he’s 3. So he picked the pro, then FOIS, then pro, then FOIS. I might have to literally flip a coin.