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d11n · 14 February 2023, 01:49 PM

Probably like many on this forum...I've long loved the Speedmaster.

To me the iconic chronograph is special for many reasons. I could go on about the dial, the case, bracelet, pushers,.... But the 321 movement tied to Lemania and NASA history is what has long been my true draw to the watch.

A bunch of years back, I had some bad experiences looking to acquire vintage Speedmasters, so much so, that it turned me off of the Speedy. I assumed that I would never own a Speedmaster with a caliber that went to the moon.

Then...the steel 321 came out, I fell in love, I saw this as a chance for a modern version of history. When the Canopus 321 was announced, the price point gave me some pause, but I was drawn to the historic nature of the piece.

I really feel lucky to have these two watches and can not express how much joy they bring to me.

I look forward to many years ahead adding my own wear, scratches, and dings as these watches age with me and my family.

...a few amateur pics included below.

sensui · 14 February 2023, 02:21 PM

Wow. Huge incomings. That canopus is actually a pretty rare watch I've only seen it IRL a couple times. Memorizing heft and total stealth. Enjoy in good health.

texasmade · 14 February 2023, 03:03 PM

A Canopus 321...holy $h1t! You're the only person on TRF or OF that I've seen get one.

77T · 14 February 2023, 03:28 PM

I agree with your comment about the price point. Sort of feel Platinum would’ve been apt at that level.

I’m sure you will love it just as it is.

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usmc_k9_vet · 14 February 2023, 03:37 PM

So nice. Both of them are awesome but that Canopus is on another level. That has got to feel great on the wrist.

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ratty · 14 February 2023, 07:17 PM

Congratulations on getting these two.

I really like my SS 321 and I like the look of the Canopus as well but I doubt I could get one.

I hope you enjoy both of them.

brandrea · 14 February 2023, 09:11 PM

BIG congratulations!!

They are beautiful indeed. Welcome to the 321 club

1William · 14 February 2023, 09:49 PM

Congratulations.

logo · 15 February 2023, 12:10 AM

Congrats! The Canopus 321 looks awesome.

Trogster · 15 February 2023, 01:31 AM

That's the first Canopus 321 I've seen in the wild. At that price point, I'm surprised Omega managed to sell any of them, especially when the 321EW sates most of the vintage inspired itch for most.

Enjoy both watches in good health!

Stevec14 · 15 February 2023, 08:23 AM

Blimey - what a pair. Huge congrats. I’ll still with my steel one. That Canopus is gorgeous, but miles out of my pay grade! Enjoy

AEC · 15 February 2023, 09:23 AM

Boom

NardinNut · 15 February 2023, 09:32 AM

Congrats!! I absolutely love my 321 and can only imagine how amazing that Canopus 321 is. Does it wear a lot smaller than the SS 321 being the bezel is smaller and doesn’t overhang like the SS 321?

raclaims · 15 February 2023, 09:34 AM

Love it - congrats !! How’s the onyx dial in person ????

I have the 321 Ed white and platinum versions and couldn’t agree with the price point on the canopus - please convince me to get it!

RW16610 · 15 February 2023, 09:41 AM

Outstanding duo there, wow! Enjoy in good health.

isgrb · 15 February 2023, 12:40 PM

Wow, you’re a rock star! The steel is incredible but the Canopus is a mic drop watch. Well done!

Chromosome · 15 February 2023, 06:50 PM

amazing pair!

asadtiger · 15 February 2023, 07:04 PM

What incredible watches...the canopus 321 is absolutely the top of the horological pike...share your thoughts and wrist shots of both watches to give a real life look...thats probably as close as most of us are ever gonna get to these :)

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whiterabbit66 · 16 February 2023, 03:14 AM

Love that, what a great watch.

Andy_Andy · 16 February 2023, 04:17 PM

Grats! lucky haha

helloworldies · 17 February 2023, 05:30 AM

This is a fantastic watch and fair play to you for putting up the cash!

brandrea · 18 March 2023, 10:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by raclaims

Love it - congrats !! How’s the onyx dial in person ????

I have the 321 Ed white and platinum versions and couldn’t agree with the price point on the canopus - please convince me to get it!

To stimulate this thread (I know I could just look it up), but what’s the price difference between the 321 PT and the Canopus Gold?

I guess at least you get a full gold bracelet vs a strap?

Trogster · 19 March 2023, 02:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by raclaims

Love it - congrats !! How’s the onyx dial in person ????

I have the 321 Ed white and platinum versions and couldn’t agree with the price point on the canopus - please convince me to get it!

I'm in the same boat. When I picked up my 321EW, I was invited to view the OB's first (and only) 321P.

WOW...I was blown away. The watch had everything you could want in a limited production Speedmaster. Let's just say it was an easy sale for the OB.

I like the Canopus 321 for it's exclusivity...largely due to its lofty price. Is that enough for me to pull the trigger? Sadly, no.

BDSedd · 19 March 2023, 07:20 AM

Congratulations OP. That’s a good looking piece! I was at my boutique yesterday to pick up my Snoopy. My sales rep said there are only 8 watchmakers at Omega who work exclusively on the Canopus 321. I guess the exclusivity, canopus gold, the onyx dial and the movement justify the price.

pam66 · 19 March 2023, 04:43 PM

i have the ed white and the platinum 321. you made me think..........

brandrea · 30 March 2023, 10:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by raclaims

Love it - congrats !! How’s the onyx dial in person ????

I have the 321 Ed white and platinum versions and couldn’t agree with the price point on the canopus - please convince me to get it!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Trogster

I'm in the same boat. When I picked up my 321EW, I was invited to view the OB's first (and only) 321P.

WOW...I was blown away. The watch had everything you could want in a limited production Speedmaster. Let's just say it was an easy sale for the OB.

I like the Canopus 321 for it's exclusivity...largely due to its lofty price. Is that enough for me to pull the trigger? Sadly, no.

Quote:

Originally Posted by pam66

i have the ed white and the platinum 321. you made me think..........

You guys really need to complete the trifecta

ratty · 9 April 2023, 03:09 AM

Hello d11n

Having had the watch a while now, what do you think of it, do you have any observations to share?

I have to say that I think it is lovely and I’m a bit envious of you having it!

Also, on a more personal note, from your ‘name’, do you work with D11s? I served my apprenticeship with Caterpillar and I still think they are great!

Thanks

RolexBHR · 9 April 2023, 07:28 AM

I was lucky enough to try the canopus 321 in Dubai Mall, the look and feel was epic.

Jeffreyc87 · 10 April 2023, 10:51 AM

Does the design of the seahorse interfere with looking through the display back at the 321?

VogelPhoenix · 10 April 2023, 12:30 PM

Missed the original incoming - epic!

14 February 2023, 03:28 PM	#4
77T 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: PaulG Location: Georgia Posts: 40,714	I agree with your comment about the price point. Sort of feel Platinum would’ve been apt at that level. I’m sure you will love it just as it is. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro __________________ Does anyone really know what time it is?

10 April 2023, 12:30 PM	#30
VogelPhoenix "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: Taiwan Posts: 3,599	Missed the original incoming - epic! __________________ AP 15500ST Grey // 26237ST Beast // 26331ST Panda // 15450ST Blue // 77350CE Bucci // 26240CE 50th // 15407ST \|\| Rolex 116520 White // 116710 BLNR // 126200 Blue \|\| Omega Seamaster NTTD // Speedy Tokyo LE "Rising Sun" // Speedy cal. 321 "Ed White" A timeless classic - Winding, ticking, faithful time - Golden crown of trust

14 February 2023, 02:21 PM	#2
sensui 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 12,356	Wow. Huge incomings. That canopus is actually a pretty rare watch I've only seen it IRL a couple times. Memorizing heft and total stealth. Enjoy in good health.

14 February 2023, 03:03 PM	#3
texasmade "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Real Name: Robert Location: Lone Star State Watch: AP RO 15400, FOIS Posts: 2,333	A Canopus 321...holy $h1t! You're the only person on TRF or OF that I've seen get one.

14 February 2023, 03:37 PM	#5
usmc_k9_vet "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2020 Location: Issaquah Posts: 1,599	So nice. Both of them are awesome but that Canopus is on another level. That has got to feel great on the wrist. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

14 February 2023, 07:17 PM	#6
ratty "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Real Name: Graham Location: UK Watch: Daytonas and Subs Posts: 2,644	Congratulations on getting these two. I really like my SS 321 and I like the look of the Canopus as well but I doubt I could get one. I hope you enjoy both of them.

14 February 2023, 09:11 PM	#7
brandrea 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 73,668	BIG congratulations!! They are beautiful indeed. Welcome to the 321 club

14 February 2023, 09:49 PM	#8
1William 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 44,731	Congratulations.

15 February 2023, 12:10 AM	#9
logo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: North America Posts: 2,301	Congrats! The Canopus 321 looks awesome.

15 February 2023, 01:31 AM	#10
Trogster "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2022 Location: Canada Watch: Me Posts: 256	That's the first Canopus 321 I've seen in the wild. At that price point, I'm surprised Omega managed to sell any of them, especially when the 321EW sates most of the vintage inspired itch for most. Enjoy both watches in good health!

15 February 2023, 08:23 AM	#11
Stevec14 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2016 Real Name: Steve Location: U.K. Watch: 321, Snoopy 3 Posts: 4,400	Blimey - what a pair. Huge congrats. I’ll still with my steel one. That Canopus is gorgeous, but miles out of my pay grade! Enjoy

15 February 2023, 09:23 AM	#12
AEC 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Tony Location: Orchard Park, NY Watch: Idiot Savant Posts: 3,244	Boom

15 February 2023, 09:32 AM	#13
NardinNut 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Real Name: Jordan Location: Proxima b Posts: 904	Congrats!! I absolutely love my 321 and can only imagine how amazing that Canopus 321 is. Does it wear a lot smaller than the SS 321 being the bezel is smaller and doesn’t overhang like the SS 321?

15 February 2023, 09:34 AM	#14
raclaims "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: NJ Posts: 2,584	Love it - congrats !! How’s the onyx dial in person ???? I have the 321 Ed white and platinum versions and couldn’t agree with the price point on the canopus - please convince me to get it!

15 February 2023, 09:41 AM	#15
RW16610 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Rommel Location: Toronto Canada Watch: 116710LN Posts: 8,967	Outstanding duo there, wow! Enjoy in good health.

15 February 2023, 12:40 PM	#16
isgrb "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2019 Location: USA Posts: 115	Wow, you’re a rock star! The steel is incredible but the Canopus is a mic drop watch. Well done!

15 February 2023, 06:50 PM	#17
Chromosome "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Sydney Posts: 264	amazing pair!

15 February 2023, 07:04 PM	#18
asadtiger "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Asad A. Awan Location: kabul, Afghanista Watch: Tissot PRX Posts: 2,698	What incredible watches...the canopus 321 is absolutely the top of the horological pike...share your thoughts and wrist shots of both watches to give a real life look...thats probably as close as most of us are ever gonna get to these :) Sent from my SM-A515F using Tapatalk

16 February 2023, 03:14 AM	#19
whiterabbit66 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Spain, US Watch: AP ROO, Posts: 144	Love that, what a great watch.

16 February 2023, 04:17 PM	#20
Andy_Andy "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2019 Location: Texas Posts: 13	Grats! lucky haha

17 February 2023, 05:30 AM	#21
helloworldies "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: ireland Watch: Rolex Vacheron Posts: 297	This is a fantastic watch and fair play to you for putting up the cash!

19 March 2023, 07:20 AM	#24
BDSedd "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2021 Location: Texas Posts: 34	Congratulations OP. That’s a good looking piece! I was at my boutique yesterday to pick up my Snoopy. My sales rep said there are only 8 watchmakers at Omega who work exclusively on the Canopus 321. I guess the exclusivity, canopus gold, the onyx dial and the movement justify the price.

19 March 2023, 04:43 PM	#25
pam66 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Location: cambridge Posts: 2,256	i have the ed white and the platinum 321. you made me think..........

9 April 2023, 03:09 AM	#27
ratty "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Real Name: Graham Location: UK Watch: Daytonas and Subs Posts: 2,644	Hello d11n Having had the watch a while now, what do you think of it, do you have any observations to share? I have to say that I think it is lovely and I’m a bit envious of you having it! Also, on a more personal note, from your ‘name’, do you work with D11s? I served my apprenticeship with Caterpillar and I still think they are great! Thanks

9 April 2023, 07:28 AM	#28
RolexBHR "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2019 Real Name: Dr. Osama Location: Jeddah Watch: AP RO Posts: 305	I was lucky enough to try the canopus 321 in Dubai Mall, the look and feel was epic.

10 April 2023, 10:51 AM	#29
Jeffreyc87 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Earth Posts: 369	Does the design of the seahorse interfere with looking through the display back at the 321?

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