Not a hesalite vs sapphire question

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Based on my Speedmaster research, I had decided on sapphire, based on the applied logo, exhibition back, and strength of the crystal (bracelet is nicer looking too).

However, when I went to the AD and saw them both together, i felt the Hesalite was a much better looking watch. By a lot.

Thank goodness they didn't have the Hesalite in stock (with only an exhibition model in the case), or I would have bought it on the spot.

Now the only thing preventing me from getting the Hesalite is that it does not have the applied logo (the exhibition back is no longer important).

Did the original moonwatch have an applied or printed logo?
 
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Omega used the applied logo up until the 145.022-69 model when it changed to the painted version.

So if “original” means being either the first model, or the ones that went to the moon, both had applied logos.
 
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If you think that the classic Hesalite Speedmaster Pro is more appealing, I wouldn't let the lack of an applied logo stop you. They have been that way for more then 50 years.
 
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I think the applied logo is nice but not a big deal in reality. I just checked to see which of mine have applied logos and it is more than 50% of my Speedmasters, I actually had to take a look at each one to see if it was applied or painted. When it's on your wrist it isn't a standout feature.
 
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Thanks for all the responses.

Is it possible to buy the Hesalite and then have the dial replaced with one with the applied logo?

are the dials interchangeable?
 
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… and the chrono hand covers the logo anyway.
This!
I chose the Sapphire Sandwich for several reasons.Having had an 1831 Hesalite, and wanting to wear a speedy every day, without carrying a tube of Polywatch, I choose Sapphire. Also wanted the exhibition back, the applied logo is nice, but not visible most of the time. In the end, get what pleases you most as issued, Omega generally won't change parts between models (no frankenwatches) perhaps a Watchmaker who has access to parts could do this, but would likely create warranty issues. I've worn my Sapphire Sandwich for almost 2 years without a scratch, and really enjoy the exhibition back. The Sapphire also wears a bit easier as it's slightly thinner. Whichever version you decide, I am sure you will enjoy it.
 
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Also keep in mind that the applied logo on the new sapphire Speedmaster looks nothing like the old style applied logo that the older models had. The new one is basically the modern logo, but applied.