Speedy Tuesday anyone else reserved one ?

[japenney]

Originally Posted by josephvman

It looks like now you can put yourself on a waitlist for the watch, which I did. I'm hoping that those who've reserved already will be asked to either put a signifiant deposit or pay in full for their watch if they really want one. This seems like it would thin out the reservations a bit and hopefully give those who really want one a shot at it, as I suspect there's pretty large percentage of those who reserved the watch strictly to flip for a profit. Forcing buyers to pay in full up-front might cause some of the speculators to bail out.

I think this is a great idea. I am also on the reservation list. Not 100% sure I want one tho. May have other plans for my $$

[nrr5]

Great new watch for speedmaster fans!

[RalphWBurns]

number 0647

[321Forever]

Number 140. I hit the refresh button a few times until a lower number popped up!

J

[Travelller]

Looking forward to one

FWIW, a little more info on the original, c/o the "Moonwatch Only" book


Also the Alaska II - notice the sub-reg. #s are slightly different to those of the III...

(right image: original c/o Omega)

[rnrmbs]

Originally Posted by Punchthefatkid

Personally, I've lost a little bit of respect for Omega over this watch.

Omega have always been criticised for producing too many 'Special Editions' of the Speedmaster.

I've never previously had a problem with that as I've always felt that they were justified as they were generally to commemorate certain anniversaries of the space missions etc.

This watch however is something quite different.

What is it actually celebrating? The fact that a lot of people subscribe to a website??? WOW!

To me it smacks of 'Cashing in' or 'making a quick buck'

No disrespect to anyone that's ordered one, but to me the watch itself looks cheap - that thin brown strap looks nasty.

The fact that it can only be purchased online also makes it a bit 'Gimmicky' to me.

I'm sorry Omega but Rolex would never do such a thing.

It actually hurts me to write this post as I always previously loved Omega (I own 2 Sea masters) but this has taken the edge off a bit...

I don't think you understand the story behind this watch. This Speedy is NOT designed by Omega, but by the guys behind fratellowatches.com. This is what's makes it kinda special, first Speedy to be designed by fans, without interfering whatsoever. It's their "reward" for making Speedy Tuesday go viral worldwide, and Omega is making money on it like a company should.

I'd say a win-win. I got one, it's a totally different LE than most others. Loads of history in this watch. You won't see Rolex do this, ever, they are to arrogant to listen to their costumers. And yeah, that's strong too i guess.

[Goin2drt]

Originally Posted by Watchflair

Reserved as well - hard not to.

Any thoughts on how these will do on the secondary market?

You will find them at Jomashop for a 20% discount just like all the other "limited edition" Speedy's after they come out.

[sensui]

Originally Posted by Goin2drt

You will find them at Jomashop for a 20% discount just like all the other "limited edition" Speedy's after they come out.

ROFL.....yeah.....ok.

[malarky_hk]

We'll see soon enough when people who reserved start needing to put down the bucks.

[Strummer]

Woke up at 5am to a screaming 3 year old or I would have missed it the IG post. I couldn't go back to sleep and just happened upon it in the Omega feed I follow. Never been so thankful for an unhappy kid. I'm number #150 for those counting.

[tyrantlizardrex]

Originally Posted by Goin2drt

You will find them at Jomashop for a 20% discount just like all the other "limited edition" Speedy's after they come out.

I don't think these are going to appear in the grey market... other than in a similar fashion to the silver Snoopy, at a markup rather than a discount.

[Kobin]

I had one reserved. I like my Rolexes but this Speedy is just too gorgeous. I am looking very much forward to seeing it.

[incontrol]

I know I am late to this thread but I was able to reserve one. Never owned an Omega of any kind but this one is gorgeous. I can not wait till I see it in the metal, number 1779.


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[SPEIRMOOR]

It's a beautiful looking Speedy. I was unable to reserve one but I'm on the waiting list. Let's see what happens.


Seolta ó mo iPhone

[sensui]

Credit to marcnorth's post on omegaforums for posting this:



Cool Hodinkee interview with Robert Jan from fratello for the piece.

[cda555]

I hope I get one. On the wait list. Sometimes it sucks being a west coaster.

[sun_devil]

I was able to reserve one as well. Can't wait.

[drmizzou]

Was too late to order but am on the wait list. If I get the call I'll be picking this up. Will probably have to give up for modded mitsukoshi for this, but so it goes!

[drmizzou]

*my modded mitsukoshi for the Tuesday

[SPEIRMOOR]

Originally Posted by Goin2drt

You will find them at Jomashop for a 20% discount just like all the other "limited edition" Speedy's after they come out.

Not a hope

[SUPERDOC]

It is really great looking...
IMG_20170314_082320_649.jpg
Number 0003 reserved!

[SC11]

Had another email update this week, looking forward to this one.

[ajas]

Originally Posted by SC11

Had another email update this week, looking forward to this one.

Great letter and photo.

They are really make an effort with this edition.

Wonder if letter has real signature or this copy paste electronic signature?

Or it is just scanned generic letter written once and used for ongoing corespondence.



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[vman]

Well, these puppies are sold out. I am on the waiting list.

[Rmatveyev91]

Is anyone considering switching their pickup location to a different country to get a more favorable price (e.g., London - UK)?

[Travelller]

The waiting game... *sigh*

[Helmi]

Originally Posted by vman

Well, these puppies are sold out. I am on the waiting list.

Me too. Fingers crossed

[Abyss]

has anyone heard anything from Omega recently?

[sensui]

Originally Posted by Abyss

has anyone heard anything from Omega recently?

Other than the boutiques telling me late June or July for delivery..nope....minus the last email everyone got. The watch looks great in person.

[Abyss]

I received a reply from OMEGA, no new news as such..


Dear Speedy Fan,
Deliveries will be made during the summer (June, July or August). The watches are being produced in small batches and random order so it is difficult for us to know when exactly the watch will be available. Sorry for not being able to be more precise.
Thank you for your patience.


Best regards,

Arthur Hery
OMEGA International Sales Department
Ω OMEGA SA
speedytuesday@omega.ch