Because pictures are so lovely haha. I have her on the newer Speedmaster bracelet, and I can assure you, it looks and feels gorgeous!
Because pictures are so lovely haha. I have her on the newer Speedmaster bracelet, and I can assure you, it looks and feels gorgeous!
The more I see that watch on steel, the more I like it... And here I just spent money on a Snoopy strap....
May i ask how much you payed for the snoopy strap and clasp?
Actually the more I see it on the brown strap the more I like it. I'm not a fan of the newer bracelets with parts polished links. A fully brushed bracelet such as the 1171 (a bit on the flimsy side) or the "grail" solid link bracelet 1450 is in my opinion perfect for this watch. To bad its very hard to get a hold of the 1450....
Picture from fratello:
I need help. I am being offered a awesome condition 145.022 transitional speedy. I LOVE the vintage look of the Speedy more then I can say. But if I go forward with the purchase, I won't be able to get the Speedy Tuesday. Is there anyone on this forum that has both that could offer their honest assessment as to what they prefer more?
That's personal preference. You also need ask yourself do you want to pay the premium for a transitional when you can get a -71 just missing the AML and a minor bezel change, or later with out the step for much less.
The look and price of the transitional are going to matter to.
May i ask how much you payed for the snoopy strap and clasp?
Actually the more I see it on the brown strap the more I like it. I'm not a fan of the newer bracelets with parts polished links. A fully brushed bracelet such as the 1171 (a bit on the flimsy side) or the "grail" solid link bracelet 1450 is in my opinion perfect for this watch. To bad its very hard to get a hold of the 1450....
Picture from fratello:
I need help. I am being offered a awesome condition 145.022 transitional speedy. I LOVE the vintage look of the Speedy more then I can say. But if I go forward with the purchase, I won't be able to get the Speedy Tuesday. Is there anyone on this forum that has both that could offer their honest assessment as to what they prefer more?
How folks finding the OEM leather strap?
My original thought was it seemed thin and plasticy, but from recent photos my opinion is shifting a little.
Im definitely a strap guy, wondering whether to run with the OEM or get in a new thicker two-stitch strap on either a lighter brown or black.
Is actually a nice strap, I like it now I've accepted it. It's thin but feels lovely quality rather than cheap thin if that meshes sense. Mine will be used in rotation.
Personally I'm happy with the 1171 with 633 end links, I don't think I could live with the exposed edges of the lugs(one of my pet hates with certain watches on leather) on the above option.
Having said that I do like the looks of the modern bracelet from pianomankd, the polished edges and centres don't seem to stand out much. Nice to have plenty of options, something for everyone.
And yes the supplied brown strap isn't bad at all once you get over the initial disappointment, you really need to try it, also it's lovely and soft to wear.
