Omega moon watch best watch for the money???

[Desibaba]

Is any automatic watch really a good bang for the buck in this day and age when all of us carry Smartphones that are synced with the atomic clock and a watch is simply jewelry instead of a tool? Yes, Yes I know we will all need automatic watches when the next Zombie Apocalypse starts

[Boothroyd]

Tudor BB or Speedy Pro. That's a tough one. I have the BB, and feel I have no need of a Speedy Pro, as iconic as it is. A very worthy and historic model, though.

[FTX I]

Originally Posted by beshannon

You asked what was the "best" watch for the money.

Need plays into a persons view of "best" so since you did not answer my question, how is the Speedmaster Professional the "best" when it is not easily hackable, manual winding, contains a hestalite crystal, has a poor water resistance rating . . .

So I ask again, what is your definition of the word "best"?

And as in my signature, I own a Speedmaster Professional. Beautiful watch, great history and value for the money. I wear it often as I do my other watches.

kinda sums it up

[swils8610]

Very subjective. The Speedy has great heritage, a proven movement, classic, timeless and functional. Lots of bang for the buck! Best? Again that's subjective. Many say it's a must if you are a collector. Not sure I agree. I've owned a few over the years but none have managed to stick around long.


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[rph08]

I will say that a Speedmaster Professional Moonwatch with a hesalite crystal and solid caseback will be my next purchase, but I don't think it's the best watch for the money. Maybe an Explorer 114270 or one of the Black Bays, as others have already stated, represent the best bang for your buck?

[GradyPhilpott]

I will agree that the Speedmaster Professional (moon watch) is a lot of watch for the money.

I don't know why I haven't bought one yet.

There's a lot of history there, besides being a good, legible chronograph.

[Exploradori]

Guys, aren't we forgetting Seiko?


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[Headshrinker]

I only paid $275 for my Moonwatch in the 70s. Still looks great, so I would say it is the best watch for the money; even at today's prices.

[BigAl72]

Originally Posted by stockae92

Actually, the Seiko SBDX001 Marinemaster is the best bang for bucks :)

I agree just ordered the Seiko SBDX017. Sub $500 I recommend the Seiko SUMO.



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[gates]

Yes the Speedy Pro is a LOT of watch for the $ and I love mine, that said I have to agree with another poster, a used Sea Master, specifically a 2254.50 at <$2k has my vote - great watch. Mine is about 12 yrs old, never serviced, keeps perfect time - better than my Rolexes.

[codecow]

In that price range, yes.

[Gharddog03]

Originally Posted by stockae92

Actually, the Seiko SBDX001 Marinemaster is the best bang for bucks :)

This. Preowned 1250-1450$. I've owned 5-6 Speeds. Awesome watch but Seiko for the bang

[landroverking]

Function. Hertige. Good lucks. Yes.

[Chewbacca]

Originally Posted by Watchgeek5000

Do you agree that the Omega Speedmaster man on the moon watch ( pre owned) is the best bang for the buck? If not, what beats it?

imop, its a fine watch that draws many fans, but the best bang for the buck around $3k used....? as a past owner, no way unless you absolutely love the aesthetics of it.

i won't even mention the alternative(s) without my flamesuit on.

[swils8610]

Originally Posted by Headshrinker

I only paid $275 for my Moonwatch in the 70s. Still looks great, so I would say it is the best watch for the money; even at today's prices.

Nice moon watch and Padron!


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[Rock]

Sticking to the Question as asked: Best? I don't know about "The Best" but it would have to be on a shortlist. Rolex-owning mate has one and it is a very nice watch. The Automatic Seamaster also.

[sirish19]

I would argue that a Speedy is extremely hard to beat for the money. It is a true icon with a fantastic heritage. You can also put a Speedy in any collection (even those full of PP, AP, VC, etc.) and it won't look out of place at all. Indeed, I get as much pleasure out of wearing my Speedy as I do wearing my Patek AC.


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