Dramatic 3861 Speedmaster price increases

[Daryl]

Originally Posted by brandrea

I’m not so sure. The 3861 movement would hold its own against the 4130 at twice the price.

And .. since I’m one mentioned it earlier, you can buy a movement on par with other haute horology in the 321 at the same price.

I agree it’s a difficult comparison, but IMHO the Speedmaster is undervalued next to the Daytona. YMMV

I totally Agree

[Rashid.bk]

Originally Posted by Cru Jones

In a little over a year, the new 3861 Speedmaster has gone from €6,200 to €6,700 to now €7,100.

Anyone else think this is a bit off-putting? Or is it just me?

Nope, I think the 3861 was/is undervalued by Omega. I think the watch punches way above that price. I am very impressed with my 3861 Speedy. Keeps amazing time, beautiful and robust NASA approved movement, wonderful bracelet, wears like a 40mm, quality, history and heritage is there.
It has become the one I grab the most in my collection. Glad I bought before the rise, and I think they could honestly charge more, and now waiting for an Ed White.

Originally Posted by brandrea

My honest opinion … they haven’t been charging enough for the Speedmaster … at least relative to the other famous chronograph. They are now playing catch up

I concur. Everyone got used to the hugely under valued 1861 prices and figured it was just a starter Omega watch. Omega has had undervalue prices for much too long. This jump is warranted, in other areas it can be extreme($80k) for canopus gold Speedys is eye watering, but these low prices for Seamaster Diver 300s, Planet Oceans and Speedmasters has been overdue, hold one and compare the quality with your Rolex....I have, it's comparable imo.
Compared to Rolex, Omega loses on classic design and heritage, and brand name power, think Submariner from the 70s compared to today, meanwhile compare a PO or Seamaster to current. Too many unnecessary evolutions and redesigns.

[Cabaiguan]

Originally Posted by toolr

Jim and June were great people, always willing to talk and help. Bought my first 3570.50 from them in 2007 at a forum member discount of 30%. Bought a couple others from him over the years. Brings a smile to my face whenever I see a preowned Omega for sale with "Continental Jewelers" stamped on the warranty card.

Got my 3570.50 Speedy used in 2010 - warranty card is from Continental Jewelers. Paid $1700. Crazy times we’re in now.


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