Speedmaster model range

[gregd]

I'm considering a Speedmaster Moonwatch Professional at the moment.. I see you can get a version with the giant presentation case, NATO straps etc and a black leather strap rather than the bracelet (311.33.42.30.01.001). I can't see myself wearing it on the bracelet (prefer a NATO or leather) but is it a no-no investment wise to get one without?

Edited to add I see a there is also a Professional sapphire front and back version in 42mm available for 500 or so pounds more (311.33.42.30.01.002). I get the history of hesalite but being clumsy the sapphire version appeals. Again from an investment point of view what are people's thoughts?

Edited by gregd on Thursday 28th December 17:16

[Dan_1981]

How much would one expect to pay for a pre-owned 'classic' speedmaster?

Age is un-important really. Would like to see it with B&P's

There's a 1981 Watch no box or papers on TZ at the moment for £2650 I think

Chrono24 has them all over the place for 2k up to about 4k

Private or dealer is fine.

[hungry_hog]

Dan_1981 said:

How much would one expect to pay for a pre-owned 'classic' speedmaster?

Age is un-important really. Would like to see it with B&P's

There's a 1981 Watch no box or papers on TZ at the moment for £2650 I think

Chrono24 has them all over the place for 2k up to about 4k

Private or dealer is fine.

I've just paid £2500 for a Moonwatch from an indy on Chrono 24. Mint condition, small wooden box and papers, on bracelet, 11 years old. I'm not sure if the wooden box is the original, but i prefer it to the red vinyl one that sheds like a porcupine!

New ones are going for ~3k with the massive box, eyeglass etc. on Chrono 24. I didn't want the huge box! On the high st the the list price is £3520.

2k sounds about right for a private sale or trade in, would be amazed to find it (complete) at a UK dealer for that price.

Edited by hungry_hog on Wednesday 14th March 19:36

Edited by hungry_hog on Wednesday 14th March 20:02

[sandman77]

You should be able to find a good big box example for about £2500-£2600 on the private used market. They can be had for £2900 brand new from grey dealers at about £3100 from an AD.
There is a 2016 big box example on TZ for about £2550 at the moment.