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Which would you choose Speedmaster 57 or FOIS
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Evitzee
·I can't find one
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labwatch
·Out of the two choices given, I would choose the FOIS, but I'd much prefer the Ed white or a regular moon watch over either of them.
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Kmmdad57
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I have the Moonwatch and the Ed White is too close to the Moonwatch that I can't justify the money they are asking. I feel (but I could be wrong) the FOIS is difference enough to own both. The 57 is definitely different enough.
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ErichKeane
·I have the Moonwatch and the Ed White is too close to the Moonwatch that I can't justify the money they are asking. I feel (but I could be wrong) the FOIS is difference enough to own both. The 57 is definitely different enough.
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Evitzee
·TBH, I have both, they are sooo different watches (EW and MW) once you have one.
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Kmmdad57
·TBH, I have both, they are sooo different watches (EW and MW) once you have one.
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Kmmdad57
·I really appreciate everyone's input in helping me make my second Speedmaster decision. So, to update, I went into my AD today and they had a blue and green 57 and both FOIS models, one on bracelet and one on strap. I first tried on the FOIS and I loved the look, but legibility is very, very bad. In bright light only 2 sub dials were readable and I found that I was always tipping my arm so I could see the time. Now, I know that reading the time on a watch today is it's second function (looking great being it's first), but I think for the price of these things, legibility should be a given. However, beautiful looking watch, no question.
I then tried the 57 in green. Ignoring the history and looking at this watch just on an aesthetics bases, this watch is amazing. The only critique I can give this watch is it only has 2 sub registers. I would prefer 3 but it isn't a deal breaker. However, the look of the 57 is class for sure. Also it is noticeably bigger on my wrist which I really like. The FOIS was marginal ( I have 7.5" wrist).
So for me I think I will go 57. It is a watch that really surprised me.
I then tried the 57 in green. Ignoring the history and looking at this watch just on an aesthetics bases, this watch is amazing. The only critique I can give this watch is it only has 2 sub registers. I would prefer 3 but it isn't a deal breaker. However, the look of the 57 is class for sure. Also it is noticeably bigger on my wrist which I really like. The FOIS was marginal ( I have 7.5" wrist).
So for me I think I will go 57. It is a watch that really surprised me.
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ErichPryde
··Seamasters ForeverI really appreciate everyone's input in helping me make my second Speedmaster decision. So, to update, I went into my AD today and they had a blue and green 57 and both FOIS models, one on bracelet and one on strap. I first tried on the FOIS and I loved the look, but legibility is very, very bad. In bright light only 2 sub dials were readable and I found that I was always tipping my arm so I could see the time. Now, I know that reading the time on a watch today is it's second function (looking great being it's first), but I think for the price of these things, legibility should be a given. However, beautiful looking watch, no question.
I then tried the 57 in green. Ignoring the history and looking at this watch just on an aesthetics bases, this watch is amazing. The only critique I can give this watch is it only has 2 sub registers. I would prefer 3 but it isn't a deal breaker. However, the look of the 57 is class for sure. Also it is noticeably bigger on my wrist which I really like. The FOIS was marginal ( I have 7.5" wrist).
So for me I think I will go 57. It is a watch that really surprised me.
Pics or it didn't happen.
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hansmaulwurf
··Senior Snoopy OwnerI really appreciate everyone's input in helping me make my second Speedmaster decision. So, to update, I went into my AD today and they had a blue and green 57 and both FOIS models, one on bracelet and one on strap. I first tried on the FOIS and I loved the look, but legibility is very, very bad. In bright light only 2 sub dials were readable and I found that I was always tipping my arm so I could see the time. Now, I know that reading the time on a watch today is it's second function (looking great being it's first), but I think for the price of these things, legibility should be a given. However, beautiful looking watch, no question.
I then tried the 57 in green. Ignoring the history and looking at this watch just on an aesthetics bases, this watch is amazing. The only critique I can give this watch is it only has 2 sub registers. I would prefer 3 but it isn't a deal breaker. However, the look of the 57 is class for sure. Also it is noticeably bigger on my wrist which I really like. The FOIS was marginal ( I have 7.5" wrist).
So for me I think I will go 57. It is a watch that really surprised me.
… conclusio: Take the more expensive 321 SS and safe some money somewhere else!
This is what I think makes sense for you.
BR
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Kmmdad57
·Pics or it didn't happen.
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zinterz
·I'm quite partial to the green dial. I think it's the one I'd go for if I was in the market for a '57.
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Evitzee
·Green is currently in vogue now, but I doubt it will last. A green dialled watch can become tomorrow's Edsel.
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ErichPryde
··Seamasters ForeverGreen is currently in vogue now, but I doubt it will last. A green dialled watch can become tomorrow's Edsel.
Why do you think black, blue, and white/silver are so much more easy for people to accept? Curious what your thought on this is.
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Evitzee
·Why do you think black, blue, and white/silver are so much more easy for people to accept? Curious what your thought on this is.
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