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FSUGeoff · 2 November 2017, 04:47 AM

My watch journey continues...I've always loved science/space travel and the idea that we as humans have a duty to explore and understand our universe.
When I started getting into watches I've always been drawn to dive watches, living near the ocean and always in the pool or at the beach growing up in south Florida. So a Chronograph wasn't super high on my list. Started off like most do when with they first learn about mechanical watches, with a Seiko. I won't catalogue my journey from there, but as I began to read more forums/youtube channels/blogs I began to notice the Speedmaster Professional, but always would veer toward an SMP or PO, when looking for high-end divers. I ended up skipping over those watches as my means expanded and got a Rolex Sub, and I can't see going back to the SMP or PO now, but I've always respected Omega and wanted to add one to my collection. Now I knew my Chrono wasn't going to be getting wet, and I've felt I don't really have a "dressy" piece, as occasionally I attend cocktail/work events that are on the formal side. After learning about the Speedmaster, the movement, the space pedigree and seeing the watch on Leather Strap, I knew this could fit a lot of occasions I don't really have the "right" watch for. I began looking all over the web, constantly "almost" buying the watch and browsing sites/dealers for the watch. I had been feeling a little down recently and I have a formal event coming up this weekend and figured, if not now, then when.... So without further ado...

sensui · 2 November 2017, 05:13 AM

Beautiful, very comfortable and attractive strap there. Enjoy!

FSUGeoff · 2 November 2017, 06:19 AM

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Originally Posted by sensui

Beautiful, very comfortable and attractive strap there. Enjoy!

Thanks, it's the most "Basic" Speedmaster Pro, but after doing research I knew I wanted the Hesalite and I wanted the strap for the more formal appearance. Its a watch they say every "serious" collector should have, and I couldn't be happier right now.

mps354 · 2 November 2017, 06:22 AM

congrats! one of my favorites!

Bushido · 2 November 2017, 06:40 AM

Congratulations on the Speedy Pro! This watch will wear well with bracelet, leather, or NATO. Enjoy!!

ras47 · 2 November 2017, 07:08 AM

That's a classic!! Very nice addition. I absolutely love the calfskin strap with the deployment clasp. That's what I have on my Co-Axial Speedmaster. I'm constantly trying other straps - NATOs, Zulu Divers, leather, whatever - but I always come back to the black calfskin + Deployment Clasp.

FSUGeoff · 2 November 2017, 07:38 AM

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Originally Posted by ras47

That's a classic!! Very nice addition. I absolutely love the calfskin strap with the deployment clasp. That's what I have on my Co-Axial Speedmaster. I'm constantly trying other straps - NATOs, Zulu Divers, leather, whatever - but I always come back to the black calfskin + Deployment Clasp.

Does the Moonwatch, Hesalite come with Alligator or calfskin? I've read multiple accounts. I'm not an expert to be able to tell, lol.

ocwatching · 2 November 2017, 07:42 AM

love the original moonwatch..and I actually prefer it on strap...
congrats

ras47 · 2 November 2017, 09:52 PM

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Originally Posted by FSUGeoff

Does the Moonwatch, Hesalite come with Alligator or calfskin? I've read multiple accounts. I'm not an expert to be able to tell, lol.

It’s textured calfskin with an alligator pattern. My Speedmaster has sapphire glass.

FSUGeoff · 3 November 2017, 12:50 AM

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Originally Posted by ras47

It’s textured calfskin with an alligator pattern. My Speedmaster has sapphire glass.

That disappointing, also your band fits tighter to the case than mine, but it looks like they are different bands, I prefer the look of yours, but still love the watch.

superdog · 3 November 2017, 01:48 AM

beautiful choice.

love leather straps.

Alorah · 5 November 2017, 10:52 AM

Awesome! Enjoy the beauty.

Hairdude1 · 5 November 2017, 12:40 PM

Congrats!

2 November 2017, 04:47 AM	#1
FSUGeoff "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Real Name: Geoffrey Location: Ft. Lauderdale Watch: the Noles Score! Posts: 638	Incoming!! My watch journey continues...I've always loved science/space travel and the idea that we as humans have a duty to explore and understand our universe. When I started getting into watches I've always been drawn to dive watches, living near the ocean and always in the pool or at the beach growing up in south Florida. So a Chronograph wasn't super high on my list. Started off like most do when with they first learn about mechanical watches, with a Seiko. I won't catalogue my journey from there, but as I began to read more forums/youtube channels/blogs I began to notice the Speedmaster Professional, but always would veer toward an SMP or PO, when looking for high-end divers. I ended up skipping over those watches as my means expanded and got a Rolex Sub, and I can't see going back to the SMP or PO now, but I've always respected Omega and wanted to add one to my collection. Now I knew my Chrono wasn't going to be getting wet, and I've felt I don't really have a "dressy" piece, as occasionally I attend cocktail/work events that are on the formal side. After learning about the Speedmaster, the movement, the space pedigree and seeing the watch on Leather Strap, I knew this could fit a lot of occasions I don't really have the "right" watch for. I began looking all over the web, constantly "almost" buying the watch and browsing sites/dealers for the watch. I had been feeling a little down recently and I have a formal event coming up this weekend and figured, if not now, then when.... So without further ado... __________________ Watches: 126600, 116610LV, 116660 D-Blue, 114060, Omega Speedmaster Professional, Breitling SuperOcean

2 November 2017, 07:08 AM	#6
ras47 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2017 Real Name: Robert Location: Northern NJ Watch: 16710 BLRO Posts: 3,063	That's a classic!! Very nice addition. I absolutely love the calfskin strap with the deployment clasp. That's what I have on my Co-Axial Speedmaster. I'm constantly trying other straps - NATOs, Zulu Divers, leather, whatever - but I always come back to the black calfskin + Deployment Clasp. __________________ Rolex GMT Master II BLRO 16710 Omega Speedmaster Co-Axial Chrono

2 November 2017, 07:42 AM	#8
ocwatching "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Phil Location: CA Posts: 5,372	love the original moonwatch..and I actually prefer it on strap... congrats __________________ too much into watches...

3 November 2017, 01:48 AM	#11
superdog 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Seth Location: nj Watch: Omega Posts: 24,697	beautiful choice. love leather straps. __________________ If happiness is a state of mind, why look anywhere else for it? IG: gsmotorclub IG: thesawcollection (Both mostly just car stuff)

5 November 2017, 12:40 PM	#13
Hairdude1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Alex Location: Chicago Watch: AP,PP, Rolex Posts: 37,156	Congrats! __________________ Instagram: @Hairdude Watches in Collection 5070R, 5522A, 214270 MK1, 228238 16750, 26401, 5711, 116718, 116710LN, 116300, 16710"Coke", 372, 15300, 15703 (All Flipped) Official Member "Perpetual 30" Las Vegas GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member 'WIS-CON' Las Vegas Int'l GTG 2018

2 November 2017, 05:13 AM	#2
sensui 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 12,356	Beautiful, very comfortable and attractive strap there. Enjoy!

2 November 2017, 06:22 AM	#4
mps354 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Real Name: Mike Location: CT Posts: 8,972	congrats! one of my favorites!

2 November 2017, 06:40 AM	#5
Bushido "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: Pacific Northwest Posts: 512	Congratulations on the Speedy Pro! This watch will wear well with bracelet, leather, or NATO. Enjoy!!

5 November 2017, 10:52 AM	#12
Alorah "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: usa Watch: Rolex,Seiko,PAM Posts: 9	Awesome! Enjoy the beauty.

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