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IMO the speedmaster is pretty much bomb proof
they all have the anti magnetic cover on the movement, but is that really nesessary? they are a good size at 40mm(auto 38mm, but not a real speedy), well made, hard wearing, reliable and not overly expensive. you could pick up a lightly used one for a very good price compared to IWC. i have a 1964 which works perfectly and a 1998 which also works faultlessly. the fact that Ed Whites watch endured a spacewalk, then the Apollo 1 tragedy where all the crew including Ed sadly burnt to death, but was found in the remains still ticking away and continued to work for a long time afterwards. i think that proves how good they are.
probably one of the best Chrono's made with an excellent history.
best
Graham
Thoughts on the Speedmaster
In my process of seeking my first serious watch I've fallen for the Omega speedmaster, however after seeing the IWC pilot chronograph I am having second thoughts, as that to lies just within my budget. Could someone share his or her thoughts on the speedm...
IMO the speedmaster is pretty much bomb proof
they all have the anti magnetic cover on the movement, but is that really nesessary? they are a good size at 40mm(auto 38mm, but not a real speedy), well made, hard wearing, reliable and not overly expensive. you could pick up a lightly used one for a ver...
Thanks for the quick reply
You're right about the magnetic protection, it is indeed just a luxury gadget (read the conversation about that earlier today). I was just wondering what would happen to such an IWC if you would wonder of into space with it (of course ignoring the fact th...
Amazing chronograph with an impeccable pedigree...
The crew of Apollo 1 all wearing speedmasters....
Definitely...
Hi Michiel, Speedmaster hand down. Have you read these excellent articles on the Speedmaster by Jack Forster? Part 1: omega.watchprosite.com Part 2: omega.watchprosite.com = No doubt after reading these, you will never look at the Moonwatch the same way a...
It was tough enough to be certified for space & the moon!
Think that qualifies it. I had to have one of these before any other modern watch.
Thoughts on the Speedmaster
The Omega speedmaster is easily one of the toughest watch you can really own. Also the movement is very reliable. Take for example the earlier Omegas with the Cal 321. These are the ones with the Lemenia movements like in the other highly priced brands. H...
My experience…
Dear Michiel, All I can add from personal experience is that my 1999 model Speedy Pro is about my only watch that has been completely trouble free. It just keeps working as it should, looks good and is iconic. It is the watch I recommend to friends (parti...
Michiel, to add to...
Michiel, to add to my totally biased love for the speedy pro, my 1964 model is running +2 secs a day, far better than most chronometers. however, contrary to my good friend Andrew i would say, unless you like the dial look i would not pay the extra for a ...
My thoughts
I believe the Omega to be one of the worlds most legible chronographs. Period. If you need to time an event, and not get out a loupe to read event end, this is your watch....
My Speedmaster experience
I too loved the speedmaster and after learning all about the Apollo missions decided on a purchase. I brought this model in Geneva around 98. However after setting the chrono off one day to measure a parking meter the watch inexplicitly stopped. I did not...