Hey
@Snoopy007
Welcome to the OF
First off: this style of Speedmaster is not for me or to my taste.
However, in the correct context, it really is a lovely watch and I was surprised in person - it looked a lot better than in the pics, and it gained some cred in my books. I have a friend who recently got one, and (
context) it suits her 110% (I think she also chose the variant wisely - her words for the choice of this amongst the other variants : "Its sporty"). Naturally her being VERY happy and me just loving Speedmasters, I had it in my hand a few times and really checked it out (her wrists are small, so I couldn't get it over my hand to try it on unfortunately).
What I can say is : it's as solid as any Speedmaster. The finishing is first class. Its heavy with a bracelet. The bracelet is reminiscent of those from the 80's yes, however my immediate thought was that it is much more appropriate to this style of Speedmaster then the Speedmaster Professional - its the first time I felt a Speedmaster with this style of bracelet looks good. The bracelet appeared to me as two-tone steel. I didn't get the feeling that was from different polishing, but I may be wrong : it looks to me that not only are the outer links mat, but they are quite noticeably darker, and that was apparent under normal light (but as I said, I am most likely wrong). It has a different clasp (the dual-locking clasp a la aqua-terra style). It most definitely did not feel cheap, more something I am unused to. Chrono worked smooth as one can expect. I felt it is a great watch, and everytime I see my friend who has it, I always 'check it out'
I gained respect...
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Above it is pictured on my better half. She has tiny wrists, and I felt this fitted her really really well...and looked good enough to entertain the thought of getting her one...however...
What are my thoughts? This is a ladies watch. If I were to get one for her, I would most likely opt for a First Omega In Space, as its roughly the same size, a little bit more classic and less glam (again, context), and I could wear it should she decide she doesn't like it...
Below it is next to a REAL watch
Or at least one that I can get over my hand. Quite an awesome his-hers combo methinks...
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I hope this helps.
Good luck!
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