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Speedmaster Triple Date/MK40 Experience?

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I've been looking to upgrade my everywhere/every activity daily wear watch and been evaluating a few different options that meet some criteria interested in for it (>38mm, day-date feature, vintage style, steel case, fine to be worn for all types of activities without worrying about damaging it).

One option that I've been thinking about is the speedmaster triple date, but was curious on thoughts from those who have worn one on if they found the dial too busy to be able to read it easily? Between the chronograph subdials and triple date feature, it almost seems it would be difficult to easily glance down and read?
 
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I have had my late 90's MK40 for the last three years and find it the most comfortable of all my watches. Comfortable not only because of size and the very comfortable bracelet and clasp it comes with, but also comfortable from a peace of mind perspective as I own quite a few vintage Omega's from the 60s and 70s (Speedmaster, Flightmaster, Seamaster 200 etc) that do require a bit of care (perhaps only psychological) when wearing. The dial is so full of complications that it almost defies the limits of what can be included in a dial without losing its legibility... it walks a fine line but wins with bravado. I love it!

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Thanks for the feedback! Good to hear you find it legible in use
 
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I find absolutely zero problems with legibility... and my 57 year old eyes definitely ain't what they used to be even with glasses!
If you line it up next to a few watches and look from across the room, it'll probably be the one that you can read easiest! Honestly I've done it.
It is after all still a Speedmaster in concept.
In close up photos it is indeed very busy but in real life I don't find any issues with this whatsoever.
Bonus is you can choose a tritium marker one if you want "vintage vibes" or the revised luminova dial if you prefer an even white. 馃榾
 
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bsowers34 bsowers34
I have a 3523.80 triple calendar and it's my favorite Omega still.
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Love the date hand stye on this!

Awesome to hear all the positive feedback regarding the legibility. Any concerns / issues with having the watch serviced due to the amount of complications on it? I'm slowly getting into watchmaking and would love my next watch be something I restore myself, but recognize this watch is likely outside my comfort level, but any concerns with it at a professional watchmaker in terms of capability, parts availability, costs, etc?
 
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Love the date hand stye on this!

Awesome to hear all the positive feedback regarding the legibility. Any concerns / issues with having the watch serviced due to the amount of complications on it? I'm slowly getting into watchmaking and would love my next watch be something I restore myself, but recognize this watch is likely outside my comfort level, but any concerns with it at a professional watchmaker in terms of capability, parts availability, costs, etc?
It's been serviced by Omega twice in the last few years, first for an overhaul, then a new dial. No problems at all, just the usual 2-3 month wait for it. It's just a valjoux movement. lots of watchmakers know it.
 
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My 1998 3250.50 with tritium markers says hello apologies for the bad photography!
Had it serviced once a couple years ago by my trusted watchmaker and he had no problems, as mentioned it is based on a Valjoux movement so nothing extraordinary for an experienced watchmaker. Omega's service costs for chronograph/complications are clearly stated online but I can't recall what the current prices are.
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GTveloce GTveloce
My 1998 3250.50 with tritium markers says hello apologies for the bad photography!
Had it serviced once a couple years ago by my trusted watchmaker and he had no problems, as mentioned it is based on a Valjoux movement so nothing extraordinary for an experienced watchmaker. Omega's service costs for chronograph/complications are clearly stated online but I can't recall what the current prices are.
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Wow gorgeous, I love the tritium markers!

bsowers34 bsowers34
It's been serviced by Omega twice in the last few years, first for an overhaul, then a new dial. No problems at all, just the usual 2-3 month wait for it. It's just a valjoux movement. lots of watchmakers know it.
Wonderful news! I did see the movement is based on the Valjoux 7751 movement so happy to hear no issues with having it serviced
 
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