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2 November 2017, 04:47 AM | #1 |
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Incoming!!
My watch journey continues...I've always loved science/space travel and the idea that we as humans have a duty to explore and understand our universe.
When I started getting into watches I've always been drawn to dive watches, living near the ocean and always in the pool or at the beach growing up in south Florida. So a Chronograph wasn't super high on my list. Started off like most do when with they first learn about mechanical watches, with a Seiko. I won't catalogue my journey from there, but as I began to read more forums/youtube channels/blogs I began to notice the Speedmaster Professional, but always would veer toward an SMP or PO, when looking for high-end divers. I ended up skipping over those watches as my means expanded and got a Rolex Sub, and I can't see going back to the SMP or PO now, but I've always respected Omega and wanted to add one to my collection. Now I knew my Chrono wasn't going to be getting wet, and I've felt I don't really have a "dressy" piece, as occasionally I attend cocktail/work events that are on the formal side. After learning about the Speedmaster, the movement, the space pedigree and seeing the watch on Leather Strap, I knew this could fit a lot of occasions I don't really have the "right" watch for. I began looking all over the web, constantly "almost" buying the watch and browsing sites/dealers for the watch. I had been feeling a little down recently and I have a formal event coming up this weekend and figured, if not now, then when.... So without further ado...
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2 November 2017, 05:13 AM | #2 |
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Beautiful, very comfortable and attractive strap there. Enjoy!
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2 November 2017, 06:19 AM | #3 |
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Thanks, it's the most "Basic" Speedmaster Pro, but after doing research I knew I wanted the Hesalite and I wanted the strap for the more formal appearance. Its a watch they say every "serious" collector should have, and I couldn't be happier right now.
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2 November 2017, 06:22 AM | #4 |
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congrats! one of my favorites!
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2 November 2017, 06:40 AM | #5 |
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Congratulations on the Speedy Pro! This watch will wear well with bracelet, leather, or NATO. Enjoy!!
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2 November 2017, 07:08 AM | #6 |
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That's a classic!! Very nice addition. I absolutely love the calfskin strap with the deployment clasp. That's what I have on my Co-Axial Speedmaster. I'm constantly trying other straps - NATOs, Zulu Divers, leather, whatever - but I always come back to the black calfskin + Deployment Clasp.
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2 November 2017, 07:38 AM | #7 | |
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It’s textured calfskin with an alligator pattern. My Speedmaster has sapphire glass.
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3 November 2017, 12:50 AM | #9 |
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That disappointing, also your band fits tighter to the case than mine, but it looks like they are different bands, I prefer the look of yours, but still love the watch.
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2 November 2017, 07:42 AM | #10 |
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love the original moonwatch..and I actually prefer it on strap...
congrats
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3 November 2017, 01:48 AM | #11 |
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beautiful choice.
love leather straps.
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5 November 2017, 10:52 AM | #12 |
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Awesome! Enjoy the beauty.
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5 November 2017, 12:40 PM | #13 |
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Congrats!
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