What would have made the Trilogy absolutely perfect for you?

M'Bob · Mar 26, 2017

speedolex
After Omega put such attention to the hands and bracelet, they should have done the same for the case. It's not an homage to the original case. It's a slightly different compromise on the modern case. They shouldn't have allowed this.

I agree. Not a deal-breaker, but kinda shabby.

While I haven't seen them side by side, my suspicion is that the case is either the same as the FOIS, or a modification thereof. Here's the logic: if they were going to design a dedicated case for the 60th Speedmaster, why wouldn't they have taken the time to get it right?

speedolex · Mar 26, 2017

M'Bob
I agree. Not a deal-breaker, but kinda shabby.

While I haven't seen them side by side, my suspicion is that the case is either the same as the FOIS, or a modification thereof. Here's the logic: if they were going to design a dedicated case for the 60th Speedmaster, why wouldn't they have taken the time to get it right?

To my eye, it looks like the Railmaster got the FOIS case and the Speedmaster got something very different. Look at the lugs at 7:30 as a comparison. RM is practically flat while the SMP is tourquing and twisting.

Like you said.....'shabby'. We deserved better.

M'Bob · Mar 26, 2017

speedolex
To my eye, it looks like the Railmaster got the FOIS case and the Speedmaster got something very different. Look at the lugs at 7:30 as a comparison. RM is practically flat while the SMP is tourquing and twisting.

This straight-on photo may help clarify:

Kazyole · Mar 26, 2017

M'Bob
This straight-on photo may help clarify:

Every time I see a shot of all three, I want to call the OB and reserve another one. Really hoping the SM300s don't sell out and I can pick one up at below MSRP. Looking at the head-on shots, I really don't mind the lug facets on the speedy. It's not "true" to the original, but I don't really find that particularly bothersome. The overall package looks great, and I can't wait to get mine.

Really my only gripe (and it's hard to really say this as I haven't seen them in person yet) is that the polished surfaces look really polished. I'd probably prefer a more satin finish, or more brushed surfaces. Still though, hard to know without seeing them in person, and all the live-shots I've seen look fantastic.

M'Bob · Mar 26, 2017

Kazyole
Really my only gripe (and it's hard to really say this as I haven't seen them in person yet) is that the polished surfaces look really polished.

Easily remedied by daily use...

lando · Mar 27, 2017

Let's imagine they would have done watches with identical specs to the originals. Clones so to speak. At first we would like that a lot. "Finally a 321 in a perfect straight lug case" etc.

But then some time after delivery a "mint" 2915-1 would hit the market. It would get really hard to check, if all the parts were original or if some of them were transplanted from the clone (aged just a little or whatever).

In my opinion, this would be a bad situation for everybody. If he was honest, even for the seller of that "mint" 2915-1. The only ones happy would be dishonest sellers, that would have access to parts they are dreaming of, now.

RJwatches · Mar 27, 2017

M'Bob
This straight-on photo may help clarify:

Now I can see, from the side the cases look quite identical, but indeed the Speedmaster had bigger "bevels" or something

arcadelt · Mar 27, 2017

RJwatches
Now I can see, from the side the cases look quite identical, but indeed the Speedmaster had bigger "bevels" or something

In carpentry (and perhaps metalwork too) I think it is called a chamfer.

I have posted these two pictures before, and I have no idea of the provenance of the first watch and therefore whether it has been polished, but the lugs look pretty damn close, albeit that the original definitely has a beveled edge leading to the end of the lug, whereas the 60th has a distinct chamfer.

RJwatches · Mar 27, 2017

arcadelt
In carpentry (and perhaps steelwork too) I think it is called a chamfer.

I have posted these two pictures before, and I have no idea of the provenance of the first watch and therefore whether it has been polished, but the lugs look pretty damn close, albeit that the original definitely has a beveled edge leading to the end of the lug, whereas the 60th has a distinct chamfer.

Very true, thanks for the insight!

M'Bob · Mar 27, 2017

lando
Let's imagine they would have done watches with identical specs to the originals. Clones so to speak. At first we would like that a lot. "Finally a 321 in a perfect straight lug case" etc.

But then some time after delivery a "mint" 2915-1 would hit the market. It would get really hard to check, if all the parts were original or if some of them were transplanted from the clone (aged just a little or whatever).

In my opinion, this would be a bad situation for everybody. If he was honest, even for the seller of that "mint" 2915-1. The only ones happy would be dishonest sellers, that would have access to parts they are dreaming of, now.

I get your point, but it's sort of a sad state of affairs if a true recreation, closer to the original, and to a greater satisfaction level of the potential buyer, is avoided for the fear of fakes or Frankens.

Monkey Nutter · Apr 14, 2017

I think Omega missed a trick by not giving the Speedy a stepped dial...or did the original not have a stepped dial...??? Any one that can confirm yes or no appreciated..

M'Bob · Apr 14, 2017

Monkey Nutter
I think Omega missed a trick by not giving the Speedy a stepped dial...or did the original not have a stepped dial...??? Any one that can confirm yes or no appreciated

I don't believe the model this was inspired by had a stepped dial.

oddboy · Apr 14, 2017

2915-1 did not have a step

Monkey Nutter · Apr 14, 2017

oddboy
2915-1 did not have a step

Thanks for the confirmation..Must have been the first Professional models from the 60's that had the stepped dials...Still think they look awesome and wish Omega hadn't stopped making them that way

frazierspa · Apr 14, 2017

I don't know speedolex. The case looks pretty darn close to me. Attached are five photos of four different original '57's. What's interesting is the subtle difference in case shape between the four. I'm guessing multiple polishing's over the years might have taken the edge off to a very small degree.