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Twinkie · 23 July 2021, 02:53 PM

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Originally Posted by t60

Hmm asking Rolex vs Omega in a Rolex forum

To be fair, the Omega is getting a lot of love here.

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DJ2020 · 23 July 2021, 03:00 PM

SPEEDMASTER all day. History, function and style speaks for itself.

hambone1983 · 23 July 2021, 03:22 PM

I personally would get the speedmaster and not look back

nm4710 · 23 July 2021, 03:34 PM

I’d vote Speedy as well. The OP is a great watch but nothing truly stands out about it to me. The Speedy is similarly subtle but has a tremendous history. I disagree with the criticisms of its hands or bracelet.

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danwang0520 · 23 July 2021, 03:49 PM

Speedy here for its iconic status along with history

Lu.. · 23 July 2021, 03:53 PM

A Speedy is a must in any collection....just an icon in itself...

I'm in a list for an OP41 Silver for a few month now....who knows when they will call....just went to an Omega Boutique earlier this week and tried on a Speedy Moonwatch (hesalite) and the Racing...like the date feature of the Racing, but prefer the sapphire sandwich......the SA said they have sapphires on order and they should arrive next week....they promised they will call me and pretty sure they will....

Harry-57 · 23 July 2021, 05:53 PM

Two very different watches. I suggest trying both on and seeing which feels better and looks better.

Harry-57 · 23 July 2021, 05:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Twinkie

The manual wind is one of the best parts of owning a Speedy. It's a more satisfying way of interacting with the complicated machine strapped to your wrist than shaking it up and down.

I hadn't thought of it that way. Maybe I'll get the starter motor taken off my car and replace it with a handle. Could be a satisfying way of interacting with it.

Ona · 23 July 2021, 06:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Harry-57

I hadn't thought of it that way. Maybe I'll get the starter motor taken off my car and replace it with a handle. Could be a satisfying way of interacting with it.

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Well I prefer the Rolex.

Ollie1982 · 23 July 2021, 06:14 PM

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Originally Posted by rollie&stuff

Debating on an OP41 Bright Blue or Omega Speedmaster Sapphire Sandwich. Which do you choose and why?

Buy the watch you need. Do you need a time only watch with a brightly coloured dial or a black chronograph which allows you to time how long your coffee has brewed?

horseShu · 23 July 2021, 06:14 PM

I bet the OP also made this exact same thread in the Omega forums.
I dunno how he's gonna decide.

The thread with the most posts wins?
I hope the guys at Omega forums are posting up a storm...

bp1000 · 23 July 2021, 07:07 PM

speedy

Oyster Sauce · 23 July 2021, 10:59 PM

Between those two, I'd choose the Speedmaster. Especially if the OP is not your goal/ultimate Rolex watch. The OP is an excellent watch, but it is not the one that most yearn for (either as a first Rolex or grail Rolex).

If you only ever get one Omega, the Speedy is pretty much the one. Get that one, and then save up for your preferred Rolex. Best wishes

rollie&stuff · 24 July 2021, 03:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Lu..

A Speedy is a must in any collection....just an icon in itself...

I'm in a list for an OP41 Silver for a few month now....who knows when they will call....just went to an Omega Boutique earlier this week and tried on a Speedy Moonwatch (hesalite) and the Racing...like the date feature of the Racing, but prefer the sapphire sandwich......the SA said they have sapphires on order and they should arrive next week....they promised they will call me and pretty sure they will....

How did you like the hesalite version? Prefer that or sapphire?

m j b · 24 July 2021, 04:29 AM

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Originally Posted by rollie&stuff

Debating on an OP41 Bright Blue or Omega Speedmaster Sapphire Sandwich. Which do you choose and why?

Speedy for two reasons:

1) I can actually obtain it, today.
2) It's a Speedmaster

Putting my money where my mouth is:

Oyster_Jubilee · 24 July 2021, 07:33 AM

2 different types of watches. Buy what speaks to you. OP is more difficult to get @ retail now. Speedy is easier to get. Both are nice pieces, just very different. I would like to add a Speedy to my collection one day.

johnorpheus · 24 July 2021, 07:45 AM

Weird comparison, but between those two, Omega definitely wins in my book.

Chambers · 24 July 2021, 08:40 AM

Rolex!!!

Fencer28 · 24 July 2021, 09:16 AM

Buy the Rolex and sell it and buy the speedmaster with the profits

Arid · 24 July 2021, 09:30 AM

If it comes down to the two, I prefer the Soeedy. If it’s between the Speedy and the Datejust, then I’d go Rolex.

Lu.. · 24 July 2021, 12:40 PM

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Originally Posted by rollie&stuff

How did you like the hesalite version? Prefer that or sapphire?

The light weight took me by surprise when I first held the Hesalite. The Racing felt more substantial and I'm a "date" guy so I was leaning towards this model, but wanted to compare it to the Sapphire to make my final decision.

I prefer the Sapphire due to it's scratch resistance, the exhibit caseback so you can see that wonderful movement and it is slightly thinner, but understand the allure of the Hesalite since that is the reference that was certified by NASA.

If you are going to get the Speedy, you should get the reference that speaks to you.....highly recommend going to an Omega AD or Boutique and trying them on....unfortunately, you can't even do that in a Rolex AD.....

PBJ1925 · 24 July 2021, 12:41 PM

Between the two, its Speedy for me.

Boaters · 24 July 2021, 04:20 PM

Blue OP for me.

Carroll · 24 July 2021, 04:29 PM

Rolex for me. But just to be fair, I will suggest same question is asked on Omega forums to hear their 2cents too.

knighty88 · 24 July 2021, 09:12 PM

I’d pick the speedy…

One you can buy and enjoy. The other you can join the never ending wait.

1William · 24 July 2021, 09:23 PM

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Strummer25 · 24 July 2021, 09:36 PM

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Originally Posted by rollie&stuff

I would get both if I could lol. How do you like the manual winding? Does it get annoying sometimes?

I bought my 1861 2 weeks ago and it hasn’t left my wrist except to be wound. It’s kind of a lovable quirk, forgivable as it’s direct descendant of the original. I send 5 or 6 times longer brushing my teeth in the morning than winding it. Will it wear off? Who knows but I think it’s highly unlikely. Only problem I have with Omega in general is I have got so used to Rolex glide lock which I find invaluable in the hot spell we are having in UK already looking for strap options which will be more forgiving on a hot or humid day.

gnuyork · 24 July 2021, 10:10 PM

Speedmaster

7enderbender · 24 July 2021, 11:03 PM

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Originally Posted by rollie&stuff

Debating on an OP41 Bright Blue or Omega Speedmaster Sapphire Sandwich. Which do you choose and why?

Of those two always the Speedmaster first. And not with that silly glass top and bottom. The real beauty comes out with the Hesalite.

Hollie_Rollie · 24 July 2021, 11:13 PM

I’d go speedmaster here between the 2. I love the new bracelet and the speedmaster looks great on just about any strap. The versatility and timeless design gets the nod here.

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23 July 2021, 03:00 PM	#62
DJ2020 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2020 Real Name: Wayne Location: NC Watch: 226570 Posts: 3,478	SPEEDMASTER all day. History, function and style speaks for itself. __________________ In the end, it's not the years in your life that count. It's the life in your years. - Abraham Lincoln __________________________________________________ Rolex 226570, Explorer II Club

24 July 2021, 07:45 AM	#77
johnorpheus "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2020 Location: Washington D.C. Watch: all of them Posts: 1,259	Weird comparison, but between those two, Omega definitely wins in my book. __________________ Rolex Sub 116613LB; Rolex DJ azzurro blue; Omega Worldtimer; Omega Plant Ocean 42 black; Breitling Superocean Heritage blue/rose gold; Tudor Black Bay ETA blue

23 July 2021, 03:22 PM	#63
hambone1983 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Real Name: Rick Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 1,232	I personally would get the speedmaster and not look back

23 July 2021, 03:34 PM	#64
nm4710 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Location: Spring Drive Posts: 52	I’d vote Speedy as well. The OP is a great watch but nothing truly stands out about it to me. The Speedy is similarly subtle but has a tremendous history. I disagree with the criticisms of its hands or bracelet. N

23 July 2021, 03:49 PM	#65
danwang0520 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Real Name: Daniel Location: Taipei, Taiwan Watch: my signature Posts: 2,669	Speedy here for its iconic status along with history

23 July 2021, 05:53 PM	#67
Harry-57 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2018 Real Name: Harry Location: England Posts: 9,712	Two very different watches. I suggest trying both on and seeing which feels better and looks better.

23 July 2021, 06:14 PM	#71
horseShu "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Dense Rainforest Watch: Aqua Terra Posts: 514	I bet the OP also made this exact same thread in the Omega forums. I dunno how he's gonna decide. The thread with the most posts wins? I hope the guys at Omega forums are posting up a storm...

23 July 2021, 07:07 PM	#72
bp1000 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Midlands, UK Posts: 4,712	speedy

23 July 2021, 10:59 PM	#73
Oyster Sauce "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2020 Location: USA Posts: 1,866	Between those two, I'd choose the Speedmaster. Especially if the OP is not your goal/ultimate Rolex watch. The OP is an excellent watch, but it is not the one that most yearn for (either as a first Rolex or grail Rolex). If you only ever get one Omega, the Speedy is pretty much the one. Get that one, and then save up for your preferred Rolex. Best wishes

24 July 2021, 07:33 AM	#76
Oyster_Jubilee "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2019 Location: VA Posts: 148	2 different types of watches. Buy what speaks to you. OP is more difficult to get @ retail now. Speedy is easier to get. Both are nice pieces, just very different. I would like to add a Speedy to my collection one day.

24 July 2021, 08:40 AM	#78
Chambers Banned Join Date: Mar 2021 Location: Maryland Watch: Daytona Posts: 160	Rolex!!!

24 July 2021, 09:16 AM	#79
Fencer28 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2021 Location: Virginia look Posts: 196	Buy the Rolex and sell it and buy the speedmaster with the profits

24 July 2021, 09:30 AM	#80
Arid "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Smiths Falls Posts: 336	If it comes down to the two, I prefer the Soeedy. If it’s between the Speedy and the Datejust, then I’d go Rolex.

24 July 2021, 12:41 PM	#82
PBJ1925 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2020 Real Name: Jay Location: Bay Area, CA Watch: 326934 Posts: 2,256	Between the two, its Speedy for me.

24 July 2021, 04:20 PM	#83
Boaters 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2015 Real Name: Mike Location: Pacific Northwest Watch: 116610LV 16710 SD Posts: 10,649	Blue OP for me.

24 July 2021, 04:29 PM	#84
Carroll Banned Join Date: Jul 2021 Location: Ohio Watch: Sea-Dweller 1665 Posts: 81	Rolex for me. But just to be fair, I will suggest same question is asked on Omega forums to hear their 2cents too.

24 July 2021, 09:12 PM	#85
knighty88 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: London Watch: Explorer 214270 Posts: 464	I’d pick the speedy… One you can buy and enjoy. The other you can join the never ending wait.

24 July 2021, 10:10 PM	#88
gnuyork "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Marietta, GA Posts: 3,249	Speedmaster

24 July 2021, 11:13 PM	#90
Hollie_Rollie 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: U.S.A. Watch: SD43 Posts: 3,140	I’d go speedmaster here between the 2. I love the new bracelet and the speedmaster looks great on just about any strap. The versatility and timeless design gets the nod here. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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