Help Required - Buying a Watch for Partner - Thinking Speed Moon

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I might be boring, but I would prefer to choose myself 😀

mayankyadav

You already got enough information for the moonwatch ( the 005 as you say it ).
Just know these 2 things -
1- This is not going to be waterproof. ( your partner wears a planet ocean right now and thats a diver`s watch). So keep in mind that he will have to probably take it out and keep it in pockets if he is out and it starts raining( well to be fair , its water resistant to 50m but I keep it as far as possible from water).
2- You can get a brand new watch with Omega international warranty and the shoe box sized presentation box along with some other goodies from authorized dealers for very close to $3500.

Maganator

They are very different watches in appearance if nothing else.

I would buy him the Speedmaster brand new from an authorised dealer or Omega boutique. You should be able to get that for within your £3,500 budget. But ask them about returns - worst case scenario you give it to him and he doesn't like it - you can exchange/return it.

He'll like it though - there aren't many that don't like the Moonwatch.

Dimples

If I went for the Speedmaster. It would most definitely be the closed back and hesalite crystal. That's one thing I do know. Moonwatch V Planet Ocean size comparison - am I right in saying its a couple of mm? noticeable to you guys that have both?

So a question for those that like watches outside of Omega.... Panerai Luminor V Moonwatch?

I would tend to go for new with Moonwatch as that would be within my budget as mentioned by Mayankyadav above. If a Panerai then would have to be second hand and I think from looking, it would be 10 years+ old. Can stretch to £4k if I have to.

I really do appreciate all your help guys - trodden into the unknown world but finding it all very interesting.

Maganator

They are very different watches in appearance if nothing else.

I would buy him the Speedmaster brand new from an authorised dealer or Omega boutique. You should be able to get that for within your £3,500 budget. But ask them about returns - worst case scenario you give it to him and he doesn't like it - you can exchange/return it.

He'll like it though - there aren't many that don't like the Moonwatch.

Davidt

Are you in the U.K.? I think a lot of people were presuming you were in the US.

In the U.K. A brand new Speedmaster can be had for under £3.5k

many

I think the PO he has is a 2200.50.00 which means it has a 45.5mm case size. The speedy pro has a 42mm case size.

I like Panerai but in the 3.5 - 4K price range I'd go with a Speedmaster Pro (or a FOIS). For me, and this is just personal opinion, I like Panerais with a date window, exhibition case back, and a protected crown guard which would be difficult to find in that price range.

mayankyadav

Just to clarify, Omega Boutiques will sell it for the retail price of $5250+tax ( may be a 5% discount at the max). An authorized dealer will sell it close to $3500 ( and if bought online from them , you may avoid paying sales tax).
Just call several authorized dealers and ask them their best price and buy from the one that gives you best price.

Davidt

Goldsmiths should give you at least 10% discount if you ask.

Dimples

Sorry what’s a FOIS

many

First Omega in Space.

Dimples

ah ha!!

Ok so update! A friend of mine is a bespoke jeweller but obviously has contacts and has a Omega Guy who has an account with them. Brand New - fully legitimate - etc etc - 21% discount - 2780 GB Pounds! that's got to be worth having????

Dimples

ah ha!!

Ok so update! A friend of mine is a bespoke jeweller but obviously has contacts and has a Omega Guy who has an account with them. Brand New - fully legitimate - etc etc - 21% discount - 2780 GB Pounds! that's got to be worth having????

rob#1

Cool, and that leaves a bit of change for the inevitable collection of Speedmaster straps, NATOs, etc....