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Originally Posted by njlam

I am struggling with the same issue.

Originally, I thought I would prefer the sapphire as I like the applied logo, exhibition back, and the durability of the sapphire.

However, when I saw them together side-by-side, the hesalite definitely looks better.

Why can't they make a hesalite with the applied logo and exhibition back?

Or a sapphire with a more domed crystal (like my Panerai 233)?

I can't think of too many circumstances where I will have a hesalite side-by-side with a sapphire, so I am leaning towards the sapphire.

While I know both are great, neither is exactly what I want in a Speedmaster.

Frustrating. Unlikely an Ed White becomes available while I am deciding...

You can buy an aftermarket caseback from Spiralwinder for the hesalite if you really want an exhibition caseback.