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Superbri22 · 20 June 2019, 05:16 AM

I’m looking to purchase a new Speedmaster, I’m trying to decide whether I go with the hesalite or the sapphire crystal?
Any recommendations, suggestions?

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BSG75 · 20 June 2019, 05:41 AM

I have the hesalite crystal and really like it. It's the closest you'll get to the watch used in space.

Superbri22 · 20 June 2019, 05:49 AM

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Originally Posted by BSG75

I have the hesalite crystal and really like it. It's the closest you'll get to the watch used in space.

Exactly what I was leaning towards and why

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stockae92 · 20 June 2019, 05:58 AM

Sapphire sandwich, I prefer to see the movement working.

AEC · 20 June 2019, 10:35 AM

I prefer the Hesalite crystal. There is a warmth that sapphire can't match. Order a tube of Polywatch so that you can polish it (seldom needed, but you'll appreciate the improvement afterward).

Heff · 20 June 2019, 10:52 AM

Hesalite gets my vote.

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Superbri22 · 20 June 2019, 11:13 AM

I ordered The Hesalite. Really is the original Moonwatch

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WAK4 · 20 June 2019, 11:13 AM

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Originally Posted by BSG75

I have the hesalite crystal and really like it. It's the closest you'll get to the watch used in space.

ever · 20 June 2019, 01:57 PM

good

Swaye · 20 June 2019, 08:21 PM

Hesalite

1William · 20 June 2019, 09:07 PM

I prefer the sapphire crystal and the automatic movement. Exhibition case back and no constant winding. Both are nice watches and it is a matter of personal choice.

hawkeye43 · 21 June 2019, 01:39 PM

Hesalite

VicLeChic · 21 June 2019, 10:43 PM

This one!!! Sapphire front and back, date, master chronometer, 60h power reserve, time zone function, column wheel, vertical clutch, superb attention to detail on the dial and nice decorations on the movement.

Chester01 · 21 June 2019, 11:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Superbri22

I’m looking to purchase a new Speedmaster, I’m trying to decide whether I go with the hesalite or the sapphire crystal?
Any recommendations, suggestions?

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Hesilite just makes the dial more warm, almost a charcoal gray effect. Plus the dome created by the hesilite looks more vintage. If you are going to own one, go hesilite.

Superbri22 · 21 June 2019, 11:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Chester01

Hesilite just makes the dial more warm, almost a charcoal gray effect. Plus the dome created by the hesilite looks more vintage. If you are going to own one, go hesilite.

When I saw them both in store the hesalite definitely looked better. I can deal with the fact that it does scratch more for the simple fact it’s the true speedmaster. Nothing some Poly can’t buff out. I purchased the hesalite, should be receiving it next week!

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Chester01 · 21 June 2019, 11:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Superbri22

When I saw them both in store the hesalite definitely looked better. I can deal with the fact that it does scratch more for the simple fact it’s the true speedmaster. Nothing some Poly can’t buff out. I purchased the hesalite, should be receiving it next week!

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Awesome, enjoy it. I mean I find that it does not get scuffed often at all and even a full replacement would be cheap. It’s basically like a modern vintage watch in many ways and it has surpassed my Daytona and sub with regard to wrist time.

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JayHantz · 22 June 2019, 01:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Superbri22

When I saw them both in store the hesalite definitely looked better. I can deal with the fact that it does scratch more for the simple fact it’s the true speedmaster. Nothing some Poly can’t buff out. I purchased the hesalite, should be receiving it next week!

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Congratulations! You cannot go wrong with the hesalite, I love mine and you are correct - polywatch can take out most anything. Cannot wait to see the incoming!

JR16 · 22 June 2019, 04:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Superbri22

When I saw them both in store the hesalite definitely looked better. I can deal with the fact that it does scratch more for the simple fact it’s the true speedmaster. Nothing some Poly can’t buff out. I purchased the hesalite, should be receiving it next week!

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Good decision - hesalite is great, it’s hard to put into words but it just gives the watch so much more warmth and character IMO

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0-60 · 28 June 2019, 07:55 PM

Just about to order the hesalite version next week. Absolutely in love with the Moon watch in 42mm.

Anyone know of any good deals as i missed out on one for $3380 shipped from Jomashop a few weeks back.

Superbri22 · 30 June 2019, 04:34 AM

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Originally Posted by 0-60

Just about to order the hesalite version next week. Absolutely in love with the Moon watch in 42mm.

Anyone know of any good deals as i missed out on one for $3380 shipped from Jomashop a few weeks back.

Best choice! Mine delivered this week. Grabbed mine on Chrono for $3800 brand new. All extras and everything included. No issues . Love it

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Chester01 · 30 June 2019, 04:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Superbri22

I’m looking to purchase a new Speedmaster, I’m trying to decide whether I go with the hesalite or the sapphire crystal?
Any recommendations, suggestions?

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Hesilite. Most consistent with the original, and gives the dial a warm almost charcoal gray look. The domed crystal looks very vintage. Look at both, but not just in jewelry store lights. They do give off different looks.

But if Im going moon watch, Im going as classic as possoble. Most people have plenty of sapphire crystals in their collection. In the event it gets a scratch, its easily buffed out and something massive, easily and cheaply replaced.

Superbri22 · 30 June 2019, 04:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Chester01

Hesilite. Most consistent with the original, and gives the dial a warm almost charcoal gray look. The domed crystal looks very vintage. Look at both, but not just in jewelry store lights. They do give off different looks.

But if Im going moon watch, Im going as classic as possoble. Most people have plenty of sapphire crystals in their collection. In the event it gets a scratch, its easily buffed out and something massive, easily and cheaply replaced.

Exactly the route I took, couldn’t be happier

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red1108nyc · 30 June 2019, 05:26 AM

Love these 3 :-)

ratty · 30 June 2019, 06:22 PM

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I prefer the Hesalite crystal. There is a warmth that sapphire can't match. Order a tube of Polywatch so that you can polish it (seldom needed, but you'll appreciate the improvement afterward).

Very nice

Superbri22 · 1 July 2019, 01:55 AM

Love the decision I made

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superdog · 1 July 2019, 03:22 AM

For the first and only?

Hesalite.

Superbri22 · 1 July 2019, 05:10 AM

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For the first and only?

Hesalite.

From one super to another, in my case yes, one and only. Why not go true to the original? Hesalite is the original. Yes it gets scratches but easy buff with polywatch and cheaper to replace

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Onequik135i · 1 July 2019, 05:45 AM

Hersalite gets my vote.

evlkoala · 1 July 2019, 08:05 AM

Hesalite

superdog · 1 July 2019, 08:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Superbri22

From one super to another, in my case yes, one and only. Why not go true to the original? Hesalite is the original. Yes it gets scratches but easy buff with polywatch and cheaper to replace

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Super easy to fix.

But scratches give character. And the classic speedy is immediate respect imho.

Go classic. You simply can’t go wrong.

20 June 2019, 05:16 AM	#1
Superbri22 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2019 Location: New York Posts: 243	Omega Speedmaster master, which one? I’m looking to purchase a new Speedmaster, I’m trying to decide whether I go with the hesalite or the sapphire crystal? Any recommendations, suggestions? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

20 June 2019, 05:58 AM	#4
stockae92 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Socal Posts: 4,879	Sapphire sandwich, I prefer to see the movement working. __________________ 135 ├┼┼╕ 246 R

20 June 2019, 08:21 PM	#10
Swaye "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2019 Location: USA Watch: What I am wearing. Posts: 1,879	Hesalite __________________ Rolex │ H. Moser │ F.P. Journe │ Audemars Piquet │ Patek Philippe _______________________________ "I'm not playing hard to get, I'm playing hard to want."

1 July 2019, 03:22 AM	#26
superdog 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Seth Location: nj Watch: Omega Posts: 24,685	For the first and only? Hesalite. __________________ If happiness is a state of mind, why look anywhere else for it? IG: gsmotorclub IG: thesawcollection (Both mostly just car stuff)

1 July 2019, 05:45 AM	#28
Onequik135i "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Tampa, Florida Watch: 116610LV Posts: 2,418	Hersalite gets my vote. __________________ 126710BLRO-0001 / 116610LV / 116613LB / Silver Snoopy / PAM24 / PAM111

20 June 2019, 05:41 AM	#2
BSG75 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2019 Location: Tennessee Watch: GS SPGN029 Posts: 153	I have the hesalite crystal and really like it. It's the closest you'll get to the watch used in space.

20 June 2019, 10:35 AM	#5
AEC 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Tony Location: Orchard Park, NY Watch: Idiot Savant Posts: 3,239	I prefer the Hesalite crystal. There is a warmth that sapphire can't match. Order a tube of Polywatch so that you can polish it (seldom needed, but you'll appreciate the improvement afterward).

20 June 2019, 10:52 AM	#6
Heff "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Germany Watch: Speedmaster Pro Posts: 1,023	Hesalite gets my vote. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

20 June 2019, 11:13 AM	#7
Superbri22 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2019 Location: New York Posts: 243	I ordered The Hesalite. Really is the original Moonwatch Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

20 June 2019, 01:57 PM	#9
ever "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: south Posts: 165	good

20 June 2019, 09:07 PM	#11
1William 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 44,671	I prefer the sapphire crystal and the automatic movement. Exhibition case back and no constant winding. Both are nice watches and it is a matter of personal choice.

21 June 2019, 01:39 PM	#12
hawkeye43 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Real Name: Christopher Location: Wisconsin Posts: 252	Hesalite

21 June 2019, 10:43 PM	#13
VicLeChic Banned Join Date: Jul 2014 Real Name: Victor Location: Spain Watch: YM 116622 - SD43 Posts: 2,598	This one!!! Sapphire front and back, date, master chronometer, 60h power reserve, time zone function, column wheel, vertical clutch, superb attention to detail on the dial and nice decorations on the movement.

28 June 2019, 07:55 PM	#19
0-60 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: Bahrain Posts: 197	Just about to order the hesalite version next week. Absolutely in love with the Moon watch in 42mm. Anyone know of any good deals as i missed out on one for $3380 shipped from Jomashop a few weeks back.

30 June 2019, 05:26 AM	#23
red1108nyc 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Real Name: Fred Location: NYC/NJ Metro Area Watch: Rolex Posts: 8,498	Love these 3 :-)

1 July 2019, 01:55 AM	#25
Superbri22 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2019 Location: New York Posts: 243	Love the decision I made Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

1 July 2019, 08:05 AM	#29
evlkoala "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Los Angeles Watch: Sub Posts: 862	Hesalite

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