Which watch,speedmaster vs seamaster ?

[mtc27]

Hi. I'm after a few words of advice from the ph watch collective about watch choice.
I have been after a seamaster chronograph for a few years & am now able to afford said watch but after a few trips to the jewellers I'm starting to lean towards the Omega speedmaster moon watch as more of a classy choice that would not date.
As this will be my first and only time (so my other half says) of buying a watch of this value I would like to hear a few views from you guys.
Many thanks.

[Vvroom]

For me it would be the Speedy.

Like the Sub, it's an absolute classic.

[jontymo]

I bought the speedmaster a few years ago for exactly the reason's you have said and after hankering for a seamaster, i don't regret it one bit and like how it does not age with fashion.

[daveenty]

I have both, and if I were to get rid of one it would be the Seamaster (2225.80).

As mentioned, the Speedie (3570.50 or *Moon Watch*) is a classic, and wears well with anything.

[R.P.M]

Picked up a 3570.50 today and very pleased. For me the seamsters can't quite cut it like the speedies can.

Which ever you choose, act fast. Big % price increase coming in from July.

Speak to DomH on here for a great deal.

[mtc27]

Thanks for the replies, all say what I have been thinking ref the speedmaster being more of a classic watch.
I'm lucky that through work I can buy via the tax free shops @ the airport I'm based which should save me £470 on the speedmaster, as long as I buy before the July price increase.

Edited by mtc27 on Saturday 16th June 07:38

[ShortShift811]

I'm sold on the Speedmaster for exactly the same reasons; timeless and wears well with anything.

I'll be ordering mine this weekend. Hope you enjoy yours!

[Ikemi]

If I was after a chronograph, I'd go for the Speedie. If I was after a non-chrono, I'd go for the Seamaster

[andy tims]

Speedy for me.

The SMP is a fine watch, but a very obvious / uninspired choice IMHO

[onlynik]

I've a speedie and a SMP, and whilst the SMP is the most important watch to me for sentimental reasons, I am a speedie fan, and will be buying a few limited editions.

[LordHaveMurci]

Sold my SMP & replaced it with a Speedmaster, can't see me parting with this one.

[Podie]

andy tims said:

The SMP is a fine watch, but a very obvious / uninspired choice IMHO

... and the Speedy isn't?

Almost every post, on every watch forum where someone pops up and asks for a suggestion the Speedy AND the Seamaster get mentioned.

I'd argue that BOTH are obvious choices.


ETA - doesn't make either of them a bad watch, nor a bad choice.

Edited by Podie on Wednesday 20th June 14:59

[gareth h]

Podie said:

... and the Speedy isn't?

Almost every post, on every watch forum where someone pops up and asks for a suggestion the Speedy AND the Seamaster get mentioned.

I'd argue that BOTH are obvious choices.


ETA - doesn't make either of them a bad watch, nor a bad choice.

Edited by Podie on Wednesday 20th June 14:59

I have to agree, I've had a seamaster and a planet ocean, loved them both at the time, just bought a Sinn Flieger, less obvious, less blingy, haven't worn the po since buying it.

[andy tims]

Podie said:

... and the Speedy isn't?

Almost every post, on every watch forum where someone pops up and asks for a suggestion the Speedy AND the Seamaster get mentioned.

I'd argue that BOTH are obvious choices.

They are - but it's all relative. The modern SMP 300 is extremely popular & therefore common.

Not sure what I'd choose in that price bracket if buying new, but I doubt it would be either of those. Of the current Omega range, I prefer the Seamaster Aqua Terra

[Podie]

andy tims said:

Podie said:

... and the Speedy isn't?

Almost every post, on every watch forum where someone pops up and asks for a suggestion the Speedy AND the Seamaster get mentioned.

I'd argue that BOTH are obvious choices.

They are - but it's all relative. The modern SMP 300 is extremely popular & therefore common.

Not sure what I'd choose in that price bracket if buying new, but I doubt it would be either of those. Of the current Omega range, I prefer the Seamaster Aqua Terra

Interesting. I see more Speedys than SMPs, but I take your point.

The Speedy has never done it for me (Solar Impulse excepted) and I prefer the older big triangle Seamasters (2254/55).

Completely agree with you on what would I get now. Not a fan of the current, flat looking, SMP. Like the AT, but prefer the now discontinued Railmaster.

[Obiwonkeyblokey]

I have both.

the speedie is the keeper.

[Podie]

OK, how long until someone says Speedy or SMP on this thread? http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&a...

[daveenty]

Podie said:

OK, how long until someone says Speedy or SMP on this thread? http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&a...

I'm so tempted to do the obligatory Speedy thing, though won't now because of this post.

OP, another thing worth bearing in mind with the Seamaster Chrono is that it's one big lump of watch. 16.75mm deep,

Nice for casual but not so for dress.

[DeadMeat_UK]

I went Speedy, and love it.

But as a daily wearer you have to accept the fact the glass will mark up and scratch as it's not crystal.

[Ranger 6]

R.P.M said:

....Speak to DomH on here for a great deal.

Another vote for the Speedmaster here too :-)

DomH supplied as well - the best price and fantastic service.