New white speedy pro

[SRG89]

Omega really have missed a trick here, they should have just released the white speedy and done this afterwards.
I feel a little let down and growing impatient for the white dial

[alllexandru]

So disappointing from omega, it’s like they are having the brain frozen, way to go omega keep on like this

[samson66]

Originally Posted by alllexandru

So disappointing from omega, it’s like they are having the brain frozen, way to go omega keep on like this

Agree. Not sure whey they think there is a market for 44+mm watches anymore. And 16mm think? Come on Omega, you can do better

[texasmade]

Originally Posted by samson66

Agree. Not sure whey they think there is a market for 44+mm watches anymore. And 16mm think? Come on Omega, you can do better

They actually did do a lot better. First gen was about 14mm thick and this is 13mm thick.

At least Omega is actually listening to their customers on one thing which is thinner watches. Everything else though...

[samson66]

Originally Posted by texasmade

They actually did do a lot better. First gen was about 14mm thick and this is 13mm thick.

At least Omega is actually listening to their customers on one thing which is thinner watches. Everything else though...

Yeah, and I understand that their watches do wear smaller than their stated size. But just that number 44.25mm is going to scare away customers who won't even go look at it. You would think by now they'd get that number down to 42-43 or simply lie about it like Rolex does.

[RTG]

Originally Posted by samson66

Yeah, and I understand that their watches do wear smaller than their stated size. But just that number 44.25mm is going to scare away customers who won't even go look at it. You would think by now they'd get that number down to 42-43 or simply lie about it like Rolex does.

So it's the number, not the size? Not saying you're wrong, because your not, but us mathematically minded people want to pull our hair out when we read things like that.

[thegrandseirolexguy]

Well, I was hoping that the white dial speedy would be announced. I feel so let down.


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[RTG]

I prefer 44mm, Speedmaster's don't wear large. It's nice they make some models for larger wrists.

DSOTM is 13mm thick. So not sure where the 16mm is coming from. I will criticize Omega for their fat watches but I don't think this is one of them.

Overall, liked the original dark side of the moon more (311.92.44.30.01.001). It was always a watch I secretly wanted. Now, judging from pictures, it's just one degree too cartoonish. Still may buy the original used.

[gamingdoctor]

Originally Posted by RTG

I prefer 44mm, Speedmaster's don't wear large. It's nice they make some models for larger wrists.

DSOTM is 13mm thick. So not sure where the 16mm is coming from. I will criticize Omega for their fat watches but I don't think this is one of them.

Overall, liked the original dark side of the moon more (311.92.44.30.01.001). It was always a watch I secretly wanted. Now, judging from pictures, it's just one degree too cartoonish. Still may buy the original used.

The OG DSOTM in 2014 was indeed a hair above 16mm thick. The apollo 8 dsotm was thinner at 13mm.

As with most speedmasters with crown guards, they typically wear 2mm smaller than their advertised size. So this 44.25mm watch wears closer to a 42mm, which unfortunately for me is still too damn big

On the plus side, my wallet gets to stay closed.

[RTG]

Originally Posted by gamingdoctor

The OG DSOTM in 2014 was indeed a hair above 16mm thick. The apollo 8 dsotm was thinner at 13mm.

As with most speedmasters with crown guards, they typically wear 2mm smaller than their advertised size. So this 44.25mm watch wears closer to a 42mm, which unfortunately for me is still too damn big

On the plus side, my wallet gets to stay closed.

My bad, I should have said the original Apollo 8 DSOTM. I have liked it since its release. Sorry for the confusion

The previous Appolo 8 DSOTM:

[raclaims]

I really like my DSOTM...I'm a real sucker for bumblebee themes...if I didn't have the original I'd go for this one...I like the little rocket and updated movment is cool enough...but not enough to sell mine and get the new one.

[ButtButt]

I've actually always liked the blacked out look with the yellow accents, and that new rocket seconds hand is pretty cool. Need to try this on in person to see how it fits though.

[Dirt]

Originally Posted by ButtButt

I've actually always liked the blacked out look with the yellow accents, and that new rocket seconds hand is pretty cool. Need to try this on in person to see how it fits though.

As novel as the Saturn V rocket second hand is.
It seems just a little too Moonswatch like for me
Perhaps Omega is actually losing their identity and losing control of their Flagship watch identity by extension.

[FiftyH]

fit is smaller than you think. similar to polar explorer 2

[1William]

Omega never fails to disappoint. That should be the new slogan. I do not know what is happening with them but they remind me of Panerai back in the day. Great customer support and a cult like following. Based on some significant corporate decisions they alienated the customer base and so many people moved away, never to return. I am a huge fan but even I have to take pause and acknowledge something is wrong. What I hear from my fellow enthusiasts of late is excuses. You don't need to explain, if it works, or it is right. Probably more the Swatch Group but so many missed opportunities. The fiasco of the Moonswatch. Let's grab as much cash as we can and diminish the overall Omega brand in the process. Can Omega do anything other than a Speedmaster or Seamaster that is commercially successful? I have hope, but with each misstep it is hard not to acknowledge the challenges ahead. As far as this new DSOTM it is a 14k cash grab for a watch they already did that almost no one bought, except me and a few others. Many say it is cool but few will buy one. Just introduce the white dial Speedmaster and go on with it.

[red1108nyc]

Originally Posted by 1William

Omega never fails to disappoint. That should be the new slogan. I do not know what is happening with them but they remind me of Panerai back in the day. Great customer support and a cult like following. Based on some significant corporate decisions they alienated the customer base and so many people moved away, never to return. I am a huge fan but even I have to take pause and acknowledge something is wrong. What I hear from my fellow enthusiasts of late is excuses. You don't need to explain, if it works, or it is right. Probably more the Swatch Group but so many missed opportunities. The fiasco of the Moonswatch. Let's grab as much cash as we can and diminish the overall Omega brand in the process. Can Omega do anything other than a Speedmaster or Seamaster that is commercially successful? I have hope, but with each misstep it is hard not to acknowledge the challenges ahead. As far as this new DSOTM it is a 14k cash grab for a watch they already did that almost no one bought, except me and a few others. Many say it is cool but few will buy one. Just introduce the white dial Speedmaster and go on with it.

I can not agree more. Flash a white dial and deliver a dark side with 44mm size and upticked price.. a complete let down.

On the other hand, I can take this white dial fund and go buy a few great classic Panerai(s) to enjoy

[Dirt]

Originally Posted by 1William

Omega never fails to disappoint. That should be the new slogan. I do not know what is happening with them but they remind me of Panerai back in the day. Great customer support and a cult like following. Based on some significant corporate decisions they alienated the customer base and so many people moved away, never to return. I am a huge fan but even I have to take pause and acknowledge something is wrong. What I hear from my fellow enthusiasts of late is excuses. You don't need to explain, if it works, or it is right. Probably more the Swatch Group but so many missed opportunities. The fiasco of the Moonswatch. Let's grab as much cash as we can and diminish the overall Omega brand in the process. Can Omega do anything other than a Speedmaster or Seamaster that is commercially successful? I have hope, but with each misstep it is hard not to acknowledge the challenges ahead. As far as this new DSOTM it is a 14k cash grab for a watch they already did that almost no one bought, except me and a few others. Many say it is cool but few will buy one. Just introduce the white dial Speedmaster and go on with it.

I have been reviewing the detailed pics which are coming out of the new DSOTM and I believe I may have been excessively harsh in my judgement and critique of Omega.

The details on the dial and the Saturn V are outstanding and even though I have handled the first DSOTM. It hadn't occurred to me to look beyond the Ceramic case and everything else about it to observe the craftmanship.
To that, perhaps the new one is completely revised from the previous version and they've ratcheted up their workmanship to justify the price increase?
Who knows.
Maybe the detail on the dial is a faithful reproduction of the actual lunar surface. The detail of the Saturn V rocket alone is commendable

That's what happens when one sleeps on it.
One often wakes up to view things with a fresh set of eyes.

[RTG]

Originally Posted by Dirt

I have been reviewing the detailed pics which are coming out of the new DSOTM and I believe I may have been excessively harsh in my judgement and critique of Omega.

The details on the dial and the Saturn V are outstanding and even though I have handled the first DSOTM. It hadn't occurred to me to look beyond the Ceramic case and everything else about it to observe the craftmanship.
To that, perhaps the new one is completely revised from the previous version and they've ratcheted up their workmanship to justify the price increase?
Who knows.
Maybe the detail on the dial is a faithful reproduction of the actual lunar surface. The detail of the Saturn V rocket alone is commendable

That's what happens when one sleeps on it.
One often wakes up to view things with a fresh set of eyes.

When I looked closer at the 'lunar surface' I also found it quite enviable. It is way nicer, at least in big pictures. Not sure my eye can appreciate the difference on my wrist however. Will have to reserve final judgement for when I can try one on.

[Cr_Zeek]

Originally Posted by Dirt

I have been reviewing the detailed pics which are coming out of the new DSOTM and I believe I may have been excessively harsh in my judgement and critique of Omega.

The details on the dial and the Saturn V are outstanding and even though I have handled the first DSOTM. It hadn't occurred to me to look beyond the Ceramic case and everything else about it to observe the craftmanship.
To that, perhaps the new one is completely revised from the previous version and they've ratcheted up their workmanship to justify the price increase?
Who knows.
Maybe the detail on the dial is a faithful reproduction of the actual lunar surface. The detail of the Saturn V rocket alone is commendable

That's what happens when one sleeps on it.
One often wakes up to view things with a fresh set of eyes.

I didn't think much of this watch until I saw the high res pictures on a 4K display and read about the details.

Apparently the front of watch matches the side of the moon we see and the back side matches the dark side which Apollo 8 crew saw for the first time.

The Saturn rocket, newer movement and also thinner than its predecessor all count for signicant upgrades.

I think Omega has put a lot of work into this. Not sure if its 3K worth but I think one needs to hold IRL to be able to appreciate it.

I may actually be very interested in it. Its not a daily watch IMHO but its an intriguing watch especially in the over saturated moonwatch, seamaster, submariner, GMT II crowd.

[Aboutderntime]

Any updates here?

[DoricSpiker]

I heard it’s April now. Was going to be end of Feb.
On the basis that no one has seen the summer blue ProPlof yet, who knows!!


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[cdmorenot]

Not sure if this means anything …

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[Sephiroth]

I was just at OB Orlando today and they said the white is coming in March and put me on the ‘list’.

[thegrandseirolexguy]

Originally Posted by Sephiroth

I was just at OB Orlando today and they said the white is coming in March and put me on the ‘list’.

Thanks. Good to know.


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[EmJay]

that bracelet looks wrong to me on a white dial. Not sure why.

[Aboutderntime]

I’ve heard from my AD that the white speedy will be released the first Tuesday of March (I’ve already placed a deposit). Spoke with another collector who heard the same news today from a different Boutique.

[bibbi]

Originally Posted by Aboutderntime

I’ve heard from my AD that the white speedy will be released the first Tuesday of March (I’ve already placed a deposit). Spoke with another collector who heard the same news today from a different Boutique.

Non-limited?


bibbi

[Aboutderntime]

Originally Posted by bibbi

Non-limited?


bibbi

My understanding is steel, non-limited, same price as the original black dial counterpart (sapphire).

I’d imagine it will be challenging to find at the start but will likely become more available as time goes on. Just my two cents.

[Dirt]

Originally Posted by Aboutderntime

I’ve heard from my AD that the white speedy will be released the first Tuesday of March (I’ve already placed a deposit). Spoke with another collector who heard the same news today from a different Boutique.

Good news
Not long to wait now.

[kl2244]

I'm a huge fan of this beautiful watch and I plan on adding it to my collection.