Omega Speedmaster Apollo 11 50th Anniversary in Steel - Expectations

destroid

I assume the stz011629 bracelet can be used on any modern Speedmaster.
Finally back to classic end links.

Longbow

Watch head aesthetics aside, I get the impression that most folks like the look of the bracelet and are even hoping to put that full 020STZ011626 bracelet on an older Speedmaster model.

Before everyone gets worked up over it I would like to make a few observations that might change people’s minds:-

There are no side tabs like on conventional end links; the end links sit fully inside/between the lugs. They appear to rest on some sort of ledge to ensure accurate positioning and to prevent the end link just sliding through the lugs. These features might make the end links incompatible with a conventional Speedy Pro. I guess we will have to wait until someone tries it for real.

I have seen this system on my C65 Trident GMT

The second major point, and I think this is an absolute howler for a modern 9 grand watch, is the lack of real micro-adjustment on the clasp. Why on earth did they skip this? My Railmaster LR has it, the new SM300 has it, the PloProf has it, you can find threads here on OF on retrofitting it to an existing Speedy bracelet. Even a 1960s folded metal clasp has lots of adjustment capability.

The clasp also looks clunky and agricultural which suggests Omegas designers don’t bother to check (or care) what the wider market is offering....for far less money. That’s a pity. My C65 GMT bracelet has 8mm quick adjustment capability and is very nicely integrated with the bracelet itself; something along these lines would have been helpful.

JPE.88305

Or this one? maybe they didn't have permission? at least this one you can see the watch face...

cmenscher

I spoke to an Omega rep (an AD?) from Atlanta at the PGA Championship in Bethpage NY today. (Omega had a heavily staffed massive booth/store) I told him I had put down a deposit on the Apollo 11 50th a few weeks ago. He told me not to expect delivery until November, maybe even 2020. Unless you jumped on it early "definitely not July".

I really like the watch but need to see it in person. Not sure how I feel about tying up $10k for six months or more.

Longbow

Watch head aesthetics aside, I get the impression that most folks like the look of the bracelet and are even hoping to put that full 020STZ011626 bracelet on an older Speedmaster model.

Before everyone gets worked up over it I would like to make a few observations that might change people’s minds:-

There are no side tabs like on conventional end links; the end links sit fully inside/between the lugs. They appear to rest on some sort of ledge to ensure accurate positioning and to prevent the end link just sliding through the lugs. These features might make the end links incompatible with a conventional Speedy Pro. I guess we will have to wait until someone tries it for real.

I have seen this system on my C65 Trident GMT

The second major point, and I think this is an absolute howler for a modern 9 grand watch, is the lack of real micro-adjustment on the clasp. Why on earth did they skip this? My Railmaster LE has it, the new SM300 has it, the PloProf has it, you can find threads here on OF on retrofitting it to an existing Speedy bracelet. Even a 1960s folded metal clasp has lots of adjustment capability.

The clasp also looks clunky and agricultural which suggests Omegas designers don’t bother to check (or care) what the wider market is offering....for far less money. That’s a pity. My C65 GMT bracelet has 8mm quick adjustment capability and is very nicely integrated with the bracelet itself; something along these lines would have been helpful.

axl911

Ok. Then will this speedy pro nickname be the ABSoTM (astronaut’s butt side of the moon)???

Archer

I do wonder what this statement is based on, since the watch isn't even released yet...

C CodeYoga

I put a full deposit down and when I saw the pictures yesterday I was a little underwhelmed. That said, with more and more coverage of the watch it has grown on me. This is largely because I’ve had the ability to see alternative pictures. I still haven’t made a decision yet but am leaning towards just taking delivery. Point is, just give it some time.

JesterP

It sounds like you want to love it but you don't really. Its funny how we can look at things differently when they already have a deposit down. I suppose you have to think would you be as eager today to deposit 10k as you were before it was revealed. I would say if there's any doubt then keep looking. All the best

Longbow

Watch head aesthetics aside, I get the impression that most folks like the look of the bracelet and are even hoping to put that full 020STZ011626 bracelet on an older Speedmaster model.

Before everyone gets worked up over it I would like to make a few observations that might change people’s minds:-

There are no side tabs like on conventional end links; the end links sit fully inside/between the lugs. They appear to rest on some sort of ledge to ensure accurate positioning and to prevent the end link just sliding through the lugs. These features might make the end links incompatible with a conventional Speedy Pro. I guess we will have to wait until someone tries it for real.

I have seen this system on my C65 Trident GMT

The second major point, and I think this is an absolute howler for a modern 9 grand watch, is the lack of real micro-adjustment on the clasp. Why on earth did they skip this? My Railmaster LE has it, the new SM300 has it, the PloProf has it, you can find threads here on OF on retrofitting it to an existing Speedy bracelet. Even a 1960s folded metal clasp has lots of adjustment capability.

The clasp also looks clunky and agricultural which suggests Omegas designers don’t bother to check (or care) what the wider market is offering....for far less money. That’s a pity. My C65 GMT bracelet has 8mm quick adjustment capability and is very nicely integrated with the bracelet itself; something along these lines would have been helpful.

Longbow

Watch head aesthetics aside, I get the impression that most folks like the look of the bracelet and are even hoping to put that full 020STZ011626 bracelet on an older Speedmaster model.

Before everyone gets worked up over it I would like to make a few observations that might change people’s minds:-

There are no side tabs like on conventional end links; the end links sit fully inside/between the lugs. They appear to rest on some sort of ledge to ensure accurate positioning and to prevent the end link just sliding through the lugs. These features might make the end links incompatible with a conventional Speedy Pro. I guess we will have to wait until someone tries it for real.

I have seen this system on my C65 Trident GMT

The second major point, and I think this is an absolute howler for a modern 9 grand watch, is the lack of real micro-adjustment on the clasp. Why on earth did they skip this? My Railmaster LE has it, the new SM300 has it, the PloProf has it, you can find threads here on OF on retrofitting it to an existing Speedy bracelet. Even a 1960s folded metal clasp has lots of adjustment capability.

The clasp also looks clunky and agricultural which suggests Omegas designers don’t bother to check (or care) what the wider market is offering....for far less money. That’s a pity. My C65 GMT bracelet has 8mm quick adjustment capability and is very nicely integrated with the bracelet itself; something along these lines would have been helpful.