FOIS or vintage Speedy Pro?

[ttee]

I am going to buy a speedmaster. But it is hard to decide whether I should buy a FOIS or a Speedy Pro. Can I have some advices?

For the FOIS, I like the metal Omega logo and I think the lugs look better than Speedy Pro. Also, the case diameter fits me more.

For the Speedy Pro, I like vintage watches and I found out the 145.002 is really special. The “long S” and “long R” make the watch look special, and the Tritium dial makes the watch look more vintage.

What do you guys think? Thank you!

[AEC]

Originally Posted by ttee

... I found out the 145.002 is really special...

We may need clarification on the reference number: Omega produced the 145.012 using Caliber 321 through ~1967, and then replaced that reference with 145.022 using Caliber 861 ~1968. Is it one of these references that interests you? I'm not sure there was a reference 145.002

[ttee]

Originally Posted by AEC

We may need clarification on the reference number: Omega produced the 145.012 using Caliber 321 through ~1967, and then replaced that reference with 145.022 using Caliber 861 ~1968. Is it one of these references that interests you? I'm not sure there was a reference 145.002

You are right. I said 145.002 is because I saw it on Chrono24. Maybe the seller typed it wrong as there is no any result when I search 145.002.

[Knappo 1307]

FOIS is one of my favorite watches of all time.

[horologymania]

FOIS for me!


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[Stevec14]

I would try on both a FOIS and a standard speedy pro. They wear differently to me. I always thought I preferred the straight lugs variants but actually there is little difference in size just the asymmetric case being the difference with the crown guards. The main diff is that the straight lug variants wear a little thicker on me - maybe the case back. So worth a check.

Of the 2 you mention, I suspect a vintage pro is a different price point. That said I’d more likely go that route than the FOIS if I could find a good value one.

[G3Z]

What is the abbreviation FOIS?

[DCheeta]

Originally Posted by G3Z

What is the abbreviation FOIS?

First Omega In Space

[1William]

The Omega Speedmaster Moon Watch.

[ttee]

Does a vintage Speedmaster maintenance fee cost much? Also, can I just take the vintage Speedmaster to the AD and ask for maintenance?

[AEC]

Originally Posted by ttee

Does a vintage Speedmaster maintenance fee cost much? Also, can I just take the vintage Speedmaster to the AD and ask for maintenance?

Yes, it's expensive to have your vintage Speedmaster Pro serviced by Omega, but if you want a vintage model that operates like new, then it's a pretty cool service. The best way to send a watch to Omega for service is to phone Omega Customer Service and ask that they send you a shipping label for sending the watch to the Omega Service Center. If it is truly a vintage model, then Omega will transfer it to a specialized Service Center in Bienne, Switzerland where service to vintage Omega watches is handled by a small team of expert employees.

"Complete Service" by Omega is $750 for a contemporary Speedmaster Pro (say, a watch newer than the 1960s). This is pretty reasonable when you consider how extensive it can be (replacement of hard parts in the movement may be needed and would be included). This service would normally be performed by the Service Center in your home country.

"Restoration" by Omega starts at $1,500 for a vintage Speedmaster Pro (certainly a 145.012, and maybe a 145.022, you'll have to check with Omega to find out). This service would be performed by the specialists employed by Omega at its HQ in Bienne, Switzerland (Omega will ship it there and back for you).

Here's the link to Omega's Customer Service info in its site:

https://www.omegawatches.com/en-us/c...mplete-service

[Hollie_Rollie]

I’d go vintage speedy pro between these 2.

[ttee]

Originally Posted by AEC

Yes, it's expensive to have your vintage Speedmaster Pro serviced by Omega, but if you want a vintage model that operates like new, then it's a pretty cool service. The best way to send a watch to Omega for service is to phone Omega Customer Service and ask that they send you a shipping label for sending the watch to the Omega Service Center. If it is truly a vintage model, then Omega will transfer it to a specialized Service Center in Bienne, Switzerland where service to vintage Omega watches is handled by a small team of expert employees.

"Complete Service" by Omega is $750 for a contemporary Speedmaster Pro (say, a watch newer than the 1960s). This is pretty reasonable when you consider how extensive it can be (replacement of hard parts in the movement may be needed and would be included). This service would normally be performed by the Service Center in your home country.

"Restoration" by Omega starts at $1,500 for a vintage Speedmaster Pro (certainly a 145.012, and maybe a 145.022, you'll have to check with Omega to find out). This service would be performed by the specialists employed by Omega at its HQ in Bienne, Switzerland (Omega will ship it there and back for you).

Here's the link to Omega's Customer Service info in its site:

https://www.omegawatches.com/en-us/c...mplete-service

In this case, I think I’ll go with FOIS.