Which 20k Chrono? TT Daytona or all gold Speedy on strap ?

[Guppydriver]

So I’ve been saving for a 126503 two tone for a while. Not quite there, but soon. I get two tone is polarizing but I like it. I prefer the white dial as posted in the pic, but that’s not really important. I’m confident I can get it at my AD. Price after tax, 20k.

Recently though I tried on the moonshine speedy on rubber. I loved it as well. I can get this pretty much brand new pre owned for .. you guessed it … 20k.

That Omega certainly represents better “value” (highly discounted off retail compared to RRP plus tax for the Rolex. It’s an amazing watch but I plan on getting the white dial SS as well AND I currently have a 3861 sapphire black dial.

Do you guys feel it would be foolish to not select the “all gold” piece ? Truth be told , my heart still says Daytona, but that logic thing is trying to pull me the other way.

Thoughts ?

The omega is on my wrist, the Rolex pic courtesy of “a blog to watch”.





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[24hr]

The Omega has a nice look.

[Jcm87]

Personally I think the two tone Daytona is better looking, but the question is do you plan to use the chrono function much?

I used the chrono function all the time when I would daily my Speedy, and it’s easy as you don’t have to unscrew the pushers. That said, I never went swimming with it.

The Rolex has better water resistance and in my opinion, a better size as it’s a bit smaller. But more of a pain to use the pushers and intended chrono function.


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[ArtNouveau]

I would take that Speedy over that Daytona any day, especially at the same price. I’m not much of a gold guy but that has some real understated elegance.

[Radbloke]

The problem with the two tone daytonas (and the full gold ones) is the bezel is a massive scratch magnet. They look ok new but look rough as guts after not much wear. I'd take the speedy in this instance.

Also worth a look - I saw a full rose gold (with bracelet) current model Navitimer go for under 20k on MODA. Great value there.

[JSolution]

I would never usually take the omega but In this case 100 per cent

[Mystro]

Daytona FYI fact:
You don’t have to keep the Daytona pushers screwed in ever. They have nothing to do with its WR. Even when the pushers are unscrewed, the Daytona has a higher WR than the Speedy.

[928ktgold]

The chrono start stop on the moon watch is not a column wheel and jerks to start when timing. Also doesn’t feel as smooth as the Daytona. Looks wise the omega looks better of the 2 but I bet the Daytona would be more comfortable

[hutch300]

I have owned a speedy (not gold) and OWN a Daytona. I would say Daytona 10/10 times. The case and fit is better. Water resistance is great. It has the wearability and a bracelet. I don't think the gold bezel is as fragile as people make it out to be. Follow you heart.

[NardinNut]

A gold Speedy is just so amazing on the wrist. I had never considered one until I tried a Canopus gold one at an OB. I became obsessed with it and hunted one down preowned at a substantial discount. The secondhand prices on these gold Speedys make it an easy decision. Get the Speedy.

[Tqmb79]

Speedy over the two tone Daytona any day. Not a fan of the two tone Daytona. That speedy is stunning! No question in my book

[jcdevoe26]

gold speedy 100%!!!!

[Cru Jones]

The Omega’s MSRP in the US is at $32.4K before tax, and you can get almost-new at $20k. Wow.

Anyway, while it’s a really nice watch and a great deal, if your heart is with the Daytona, that’s what I’d buy.

And truth be told, if we are talking gold Speedmaster on strap, I think I prefer the Sedna gold version to this one. I think the champagne dial looks best on the all gold bracelet.

[Baronrojo]

Didn't realize how much of a deal gold speedys are. Seems like an enjoyable stealthy piece to wear.

[jb335]

The Omega won’t scratch the itch. Daytona 100%

With watches, heart over head.


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[TimeAZ]

The TT daytona is stunning. Leagues ahead of the speedmaster. Not even remotely close.

[HL65]

Without a doubt the moonshine Speedy! I have it on bracelet and I love it. I would also never consider a TT Daytona. Either SS or full gold always for me but to each his own. I own plenty of Daytona’s and Speedy’s and I enjoy all of them.

[Manamana]

The TT Daytona is ugly. Speedmaster only in FG, Rubber doesn't look nice. Daytona only is SS,FG, or OF. Speedmaster only SS, and FG in my opinion.

[travisb]

If you can make it a stretch and get the full gold Speedy on bracelet, that's the way to go.

[rmlovett1]

Between those two…I’d personally go Daytona.

[brandrea]

Originally Posted by travisb

If you can make it a stretch and get the full gold Speedy on bracelet, that's the way to go.

100%

[brandrea]

Originally Posted by Mystro

Daytona FYI fact:
You don’t have to keep the Daytona pushers screwed in ever. They have nothing to do with its WR. Even when the pushers are unscrewed, the Daytona has a higher WR than the Speedy.

Which begs the question … why have them at all

[agriculture&watches]

I would go with full gold speedy on rubber strap

[1William]

I have owned several TT Daytona's and they are nice watches. Not a huge TT fan but some models do have a cool 70's-80's vibe to them. I have sold my two SS Daytona-C's and beyond the hype of being a Daytona, which does impact me, I find numerous other watches to be better wearing and looking. Topping the list is the Omega Speedmaster Professional. Fits better for me and I can read the dial and sub-dials. I can also get one without playing games and they look great on straps. With that said, the Daytona is the Daytona, and icon. I get it. Several of our Trusted Sellers have PM Omegas sub 20k on a strap. That would be the way I would go. To me, it is more of a watch, minus the hype, than the Daytona. A lot has to do with personal preference but that is what the watch game is. Good luck and let us know what you decide.

[joli160]

The dial on the Omega is a clear winner for me

[Calatrava r]

I agree the answer is whether you will ever use the chronograph function. Most people do not and it is simply a matter of look and taste. The Omega to me has the better chronograph functioning with push only pushers and much better subdual legibility.

[watchwatcher]

To be honest, if I liked the look and feel of the Omega on the strap, I would just a Daytona on a strap.

[PenDelicate]

"Truth be told, my heart still says Daytona but that logic thing is trying to pull me the other way."


Heart: 1. Logic: 0.

[GotRolex]

Omega 100%


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[2001jesper]

Daytona-wise, then i would pursue an 116520 in the 20k range. With the choices you have provided, then i would go for the speedy. That moonshine gold is on a different level