Dear Omega forum,

I am new to this forum, and was hoping you Omega expert could be so kind to offer me some advice.

I have long been contemplating getting a 'big boy' watch. My budget is around $1.500 (this is not just because of money, but also for security reasons as i live in Brazil, and do not feel comfortable wearing a too expensive watch)

After much contemplating, I think I have setteled on a used Speedy Reduced. I don't see any other option that gives you as much bang for your buck. My only worry is that I have a 7.3 inch wrist, will I be able to pull of a 39mm watch??

Thank you for your time, I hope to hear from you.

 

More a matter of personal style than anything. If you think it looks good on you, then it looks good on you

 

Your wrist is bigger than mine; I'd save a bit more and go for a Pro:



Edit because I clearly don't know that 7.3 > 7.

 

Get a used Pro for that money (or a touch more) and you'll never look back.

 

by a "touch" you mean $1000+ ?

I would recommend a 7750 based Speedmaster for a comparable priced but better option

 

Not at all. There's bargains to be found in the forums if you look for them - I got one and am super happy with it.

 

Never been a fan of the reduced. Looks like a poor man's Speedy Pro to me.

 

You got a moonwatch for $1500?

I call

 

^ this.

 

There are some deals to be had on eBay. Sketchy perhaps, but check some of the auctions out: https://omegaforums.net/auctions/
Personally, I wouldn't feel confident dealing with some of these sellers. Dubious provenance and no telling what you'll really get, if anything.

 

Thanks for all the replies guys!
The cheapest speedy pro I've seen on chrono24.com is $2200 and it looks pretty beat up.
But there seems to be a general consensus that I should go for the pro, so maybe I will reconsider.

Iff someone comes across a moonwatch for a bargain price, please let me know

 

You were clearly beyond lucky. Even beat-up standard model moonwatches go for at least $2000+ on ebay. Just talking average values, lower-end might be $1200 vs $2200 for reduced vs pro. If you're really able to buy sub-$2000 pro's with repeatable results, then I'm sure you can get the reduced variety for under $1000!

 

The smaller form factor of the reduced can fit well on some folks. Also, the caseback doesn't jut out, and in my opinion it rests better against the wrist.

 

To be honest, all of that sounds like justifications from people that didn't want to save the money for a Pro.

I have yet to run into anyone that isn't capable of pulling off a Speedy Pro. Even my friend who I make fun of for having broomstick wrists can pull off a Pro.

The Reduced also has a modular movement; at least go for a 7750-based Speedmaster if you're not going for the Pro. Modular chronographs are the worst.

 

That was my opinion as someone who owns both reduced and pro models. My wrist is as large as yours--and I happen to like how the reduced sits (mostly due to caseback differences). People like what they like. I'm not even going to get into the movement comparison--the DD module gets enough hate that I'm not touching such an argument with a 10-foot pole.

 

Well what can I say... hater's gonna hate.



Now, admittedly, it came with a leather strap and moonwatch velcro strap only, I had to buy the steel bracelet separately (however I did find it second hand on the forums too).

Overall, a Speedy Pro in excellent condition and under $1500.

You can start apologising at any time.

 

Having owned a Speedmaster reduced I can tell you they wear terrible .The winder sits really low on the case which digs into your risk wether you wear it loose or tight
Save the extra money and buy the real deal "The Pro".

 

I personally don't doubt that you got it at the price you claim--especially with the accessories you mention. People can sell at any price they want, and if you're lucky enough you can get anything dirt cheap. But as to whether or not that pricing is easily replicable, that's another matter. I could watch the forums like a hawk for months without a guarantee that I'll get a similar deal. Again, low-end pricing on a standard edition speedy pro moonwatch WITH bracelet is $2000-$2200 minimum on ebay.

A modern 1998/849 bracelet goes for about what, $400-$500 used? That would bring your total price close enough to the expected range.

My 3510.21 has been worn for days at a time, and I've never once noticed the issue you speak of. The crown does sit far lower on reduced vs pro, but it feels just fine to me. It barely comes into contact with my skin. Seems like the design just doesn't compliment your specific wrist-type. Your issue, while certainly valid, doesn't apply to everyone.

 

Umm no. If you had to spend, say, $500-600 for a bracelet then comparing apples with apples, you actually spent $2000+ getting your MW which is still cheap but not the give away you were claiming. No apologies needed IMO unless you want to apologise for weasel words.

Oh but if you want to sell yours for $1500 I am sure there are plenty who will apologise and line up with the cash...