Speedmaster decision...is a Mark 40 a good choice?

kaplan · Nov 28, 2022

To be honest after seeing your thread my flame got reignated and I asked for my brothers 3520.50

Prices are lately below average for 3520.53 so I wanted to see whether I can pull it off, but I can't, it's either unbalanced or very heavy at 120grams with full bracelet, so it's definitely for bracelet lovers - most comfortable for me was with a leather bracelet strapped beyond comfortably tight(!) - Omega milanese bracelets are also ok.

Dug · Nov 28, 2022

Thinking the comfort level and the balance might be unduly affected by wrist size? (Mine is 7 1/4").
Based on 120 grms I figure my Hamilton is similar in size and weight as the 3520, on a steel bracelet, and I never know I'm wearing it
Wrist size is also a proving to be a problem with buying from Japan....I'm definitely going to have to find extra links if I do!
As an aside Omega could perhaps take a line from the Hamilton bracelet...the quick release clasp really is superb.

kaplan · Nov 28, 2022

6.5inch at best

soern6 · Dec 1, 2022

Right now I would prefer the MK40 for the Reduced, in my eyes a great, underestimated watch.

Poppyboy · Jan 31, 2023

I just won a Mark 40 3513.53 on eBay from a very reputable seller. Box and papers included, excellent running and cosmetic condition for $1800. Very excited! Now, I need to offload my B&M Capeland XL and Seamaster ref. #166010.

Speedmaster decision...is a Mark 40 a good choice?

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