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kauffee · 9 June 2021, 01:31 PM

My Rolex AD lost its status a couple months ago so I decided to take some money from the watch fund and finally pick up a Speedy Pro.

Ordered it sight unseen, so opening the box was fun. In the past I’d compared 1861 Speedys with hesalite and sapphire side by side, and as much as I like the durability of sapphire and the display back, the warmth and reflections of the hesalite always won me over. So no question this would be the hesalite. Here are some pics:

A few thoughts:
-Wears small for a 42mm. Bracelet drops right off the lugs so I think that helps.
-I like the stepped dial - really comes out in different lighting
-I put a small scuff on the hesalite on my first day wearing it. Better order some Polywatch…
-Sizing the bracelet was a pain. It doesn’t use screws like Rolex. It uses screw caps and a pin between them. Lot of work to adjust.
-I’m not impressed by the bracelet. The Seamaster 300 bracelet is very heavy and solid, a little too much for my tastes. The pendulum swung a little too far in the other direction on the new Speedy bracelet. Sure it’s light and comfy, but it sounds and feels a little flimsy. The clasp is machined nicely, but in person it’s way smaller than in pics. It’s not a bad bracelet, but it doesn’t hold a candle to a Rolex bracelet.
-The chrono pushers have a great feel.

Overall happy with it so far. I’m interested to play around with different straps. I have an Artem sailcloth on order from Australia and I think that will work nicely.

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BNA/LION · 9 June 2021, 01:55 PM

Very Nice! Congratulations!

Soarer · 9 June 2021, 02:13 PM

Congrats! It looks gorgeous. I have not seen the new bracelet yet but it looks like it has a nice taper to the clasp.

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PBJ1925 · 9 June 2021, 05:47 PM

Congrats! Can't go wrong with either selection but glad to see you're enjoying the Speedy.

alllexandru · 9 June 2021, 06:06 PM

Congrats!
Put a Forstner Flat Link and you will be done for bracelet.

1William · 9 June 2021, 08:47 PM

Congratulations. I second the Forstner bracelet recommendation. The Flat Link is the one for me and it solves the bracelet problem. Enjoy.

brandrea · 9 June 2021, 08:59 PM

Congratulations Matt, it’s a beauty

kauffee · 9 June 2021, 10:28 PM

Thanks for the recommendation on the Forstner. I’ll check that out.

Edit: According to Forstner’s website the flat link bracelet won’t fit on the 3861 Speedy pro. They are working on new end links.
https://forstnerbands.com/products/f...ga-speedmaster

kauffee · 9 June 2021, 10:46 PM

Here’s a little hesalite distortion for the morning. It’s really cool.

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PhilLynott · 9 June 2021, 11:05 PM

Congrats on the pick up! Agree about the chrono pushers very satisfying feel to them

Urosfan · 9 June 2021, 11:37 PM

Congrats

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Axi128 · 9 June 2021, 11:40 PM

Now this is one watch I would love to get my hands on. Big congrats, enjoy it.

AEC · 10 June 2021, 11:19 AM

Cool Omega!

214270Explorer · 10 June 2021, 11:35 AM

Incredibly popular model.
I keep looking and looking over and over at the Hesalite at the Omega site.
Polywatch is an A-M-A-Z-I-N-G product. Took the scratches right off my year 1987 Oyster Perpetual Date and the crystal appears as new.

kauffee · 10 June 2021, 11:51 AM

Given that the 3861 movement is identical in both the hesalite and sapphire versions, I’m curious to see if OEM sapphire case backs turn up for sale. I’d probably pick one up in the future. If a high quality 3rd party option came out I’d consider that too.

fatderek · 10 June 2021, 07:09 PM

Very nice.....congratulations.

autojewels · 10 June 2021, 08:24 PM

congratulations! stunning timepiece.

Bosstime · 12 June 2021, 01:48 AM

Huge congrats to you

gnuyork · 12 June 2021, 04:17 AM

Congrats. You made a great choice with Hesalite

Cru Jones · 13 June 2021, 04:58 PM

Great watch, congrats!

uniqueMR · 13 June 2021, 11:34 PM

Congrats

mdtddd2007 · 14 June 2021, 12:13 AM

Congrats!

Lakeman · 14 June 2021, 03:07 AM

Enjoy it

ap1 · 14 June 2021, 03:14 AM

Grats, great watch. Agree on bracelet comments

BNA/LION · 14 June 2021, 04:12 AM

Congratulations!

Hollie_Rollie · 14 June 2021, 08:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kauffee

Thanks for the recommendation on the Forstner. I’ll check that out.

Edit: According to Forstner’s website the flat link bracelet won’t fit on the 3861 Speedy pro. They are working on new end links.
https://forstnerbands.com/products/f...ga-speedmaster

That stinks! It’s a beautiful look on the speedy

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Nodzex · 14 June 2021, 08:16 AM

Congrats, it’s a beautiful piece!

kauffee · 18 June 2021, 07:51 AM

Added an Artem sailcloth strap to the Speedy. I considered the Omega cordura OEM but the cost is pretty high, especially when paired with the deployant. Also, the Omega seems to have some leather accents and I need waterproof straps.

Did some research and it seemed like the Artem was the best aftermarket sailcloth strap. Pretty happy with it.

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beshannon · 24 July 2021, 11:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kauffee

Added an Artem sailcloth strap to the Speedy. I considered the Omega cordura OEM but the cost is pretty high, especially when paired with the deployant. Also, the Omega seems to have some leather accents and I need waterproof straps.

Did some research and it seemed like the Artem was the best aftermarket sailcloth strap. Pretty happy with it.

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Thanks for the images, that strap is fantastic. I am looking at their website now.

kauffee · 25 July 2021, 12:15 AM

Yeah it’s a very well made strap. They modeled it after the Blancpain sailcloth and reviews i read say they are pretty comparable. My only nitpick is that I chose the quick-release spring bars and on my 7” wrist the angle the strap makes with the case is acute enough that the “bulbs” of the quick release are visible. You can see one if you look closely at the top photo. If I had to do it again I’d go with traditional spring bars.

9 June 2021, 01:31 PM	#1
kauffee 2024 ROLEX DATE-JUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Matt Location: Portland, OR Watch: 116610LN, 116500LN Posts: 1,379	Incoming Speedy 3861 Hesalite My Rolex AD lost its status a couple months ago so I decided to take some money from the watch fund and finally pick up a Speedy Pro. Ordered it sight unseen, so opening the box was fun. In the past I’d compared 1861 Speedys with hesalite and sapphire side by side, and as much as I like the durability of sapphire and the display back, the warmth and reflections of the hesalite always won me over. So no question this would be the hesalite. Here are some pics: A few thoughts: -Wears small for a 42mm. Bracelet drops right off the lugs so I think that helps. -I like the stepped dial - really comes out in different lighting -I put a small scuff on the hesalite on my first day wearing it. Better order some Polywatch… -Sizing the bracelet was a pain. It doesn’t use screws like Rolex. It uses screw caps and a pin between them. Lot of work to adjust. -I’m not impressed by the bracelet. The Seamaster 300 bracelet is very heavy and solid, a little too much for my tastes. The pendulum swung a little too far in the other direction on the new Speedy bracelet. Sure it’s light and comfy, but it sounds and feels a little flimsy. The clasp is machined nicely, but in person it’s way smaller than in pics. It’s not a bad bracelet, but it doesn’t hold a candle to a Rolex bracelet. -The chrono pushers have a great feel. Overall happy with it so far. I’m interested to play around with different straps. I have an Artem sailcloth on order from Australia and I think that will work nicely. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

9 June 2021, 01:55 PM	#2
BNA/LION 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Larry Location: San Diego, CA Watch: ROLEX Posts: 25,193	Very Nice! Congratulations! __________________ ✦ 28238 President DD 18K/YG ✦ 16610LN SS Sub ✦ 16613 18K/SS Serti ✦ 16550 Exp II Non-Rail Cream Dial ✦ Daytona C 116500 ✦ 126710 BLRO GMT-Master II ✦ NEXT-->? ⛳ Hole In One! 10/3/19 DMCC 5th hole, par 3, 168 yards w/ 4-Iron.

9 June 2021, 02:13 PM	#3
Soarer "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Real Name: Albert Location: Toronto Watch: Submariner LV Posts: 1,075	Congrats! It looks gorgeous. I have not seen the new bracelet yet but it looks like it has a nice taper to the clasp. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ What you gotta do, you gotta do!

10 June 2021, 11:35 AM	#14
214270Explorer "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: United States Watch: me buy Watches Posts: 3,955	Incredibly popular model. I keep looking and looking over and over at the Hesalite at the Omega site. Polywatch is an A-M-A-Z-I-N-G product. Took the scratches right off my year 1987 Oyster Perpetual Date and the crystal appears as new. __________________ “The display of actual intelligence terrifies much of mankind” Rolex "some" Tudor "some" Damasko "some" Misc Pieces "some" Marathon "some" GS Spring Drive "some" Hamilton "some" Findeisen "some"

13 June 2021, 11:34 PM	#21
uniqueMR 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2018 Location: USA Watch: P A T E K Posts: 4,694	Congrats __________________ A. Lange & Sohne \| Audemars Piguet \| F.P.Journe \| Omega \| Patek Philippe \| Rolex \| Tudor \| ...and Othersss

9 June 2021, 05:47 PM	#4
PBJ1925 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2020 Real Name: Jay Location: Bay Area, CA Watch: 326934 Posts: 2,256	Congrats! Can't go wrong with either selection but glad to see you're enjoying the Speedy.

9 June 2021, 06:06 PM	#5
alllexandru 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Real Name: Alex Location: Old continent Posts: 2,317	Congrats! Put a Forstner Flat Link and you will be done for bracelet.

9 June 2021, 08:47 PM	#6
1William 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 44,671	Congratulations. I second the Forstner bracelet recommendation. The Flat Link is the one for me and it solves the bracelet problem. Enjoy.

9 June 2021, 08:59 PM	#7
brandrea 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 73,587	Congratulations Matt, it’s a beauty

9 June 2021, 10:28 PM	#8
kauffee 2024 ROLEX DATE-JUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Matt Location: Portland, OR Watch: 116610LN, 116500LN Posts: 1,379	Thanks for the recommendation on the Forstner. I’ll check that out. Edit: According to Forstner’s website the flat link bracelet won’t fit on the 3861 Speedy pro. They are working on new end links. https://forstnerbands.com/products/f...ga-speedmaster

9 June 2021, 10:46 PM	#9
kauffee 2024 ROLEX DATE-JUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Matt Location: Portland, OR Watch: 116610LN, 116500LN Posts: 1,379	Here’s a little hesalite distortion for the morning. It’s really cool. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

9 June 2021, 11:05 PM	#10
PhilLynott "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2019 Location: Illinois Watch: Breguet marine Posts: 698	Congrats on the pick up! Agree about the chrono pushers very satisfying feel to them

9 June 2021, 11:37 PM	#11
Urosfan "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: NYC Watch: Me now Posts: 19,184	Congrats Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

9 June 2021, 11:40 PM	#12
Axi128 Banned Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: USA Posts: 62	Now this is one watch I would love to get my hands on. Big congrats, enjoy it.

10 June 2021, 11:19 AM	#13
AEC 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Tony Location: Orchard Park, NY Watch: Idiot Savant Posts: 3,239	Cool Omega!

10 June 2021, 11:51 AM	#15
kauffee 2024 ROLEX DATE-JUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Matt Location: Portland, OR Watch: 116610LN, 116500LN Posts: 1,379	Given that the 3861 movement is identical in both the hesalite and sapphire versions, I’m curious to see if OEM sapphire case backs turn up for sale. I’d probably pick one up in the future. If a high quality 3rd party option came out I’d consider that too.

10 June 2021, 07:09 PM	#16
fatderek Banned Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: IA Posts: 64	Very nice.....congratulations.

10 June 2021, 08:24 PM	#17
autojewels Banned Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: Maryland Posts: 58	congratulations! stunning timepiece.

12 June 2021, 01:48 AM	#18
Bosstime Banned Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: Mars Posts: 239	Huge congrats to you

12 June 2021, 04:17 AM	#19
gnuyork "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Marietta, GA Posts: 3,247	Congrats. You made a great choice with Hesalite

13 June 2021, 04:58 PM	#20
Cru Jones 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 34,475	Great watch, congrats!

14 June 2021, 12:13 AM	#22
mdtddd2007 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: U.S Watch: Rolex, PP, AP, GS Posts: 5,657	Congrats!

14 June 2021, 03:07 AM	#23
Lakeman Banned Join Date: Dec 2019 Location: USA Posts: 69	Enjoy it

14 June 2021, 03:14 AM	#24
ap1 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: usa Posts: 19,035	Grats, great watch. Agree on bracelet comments

14 June 2021, 04:12 AM	#25
BNA/LION 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Larry Location: San Diego, CA Watch: ROLEX Posts: 25,193	Congratulations! __________________ ✦ 28238 President DD 18K/YG ✦ 16610LN SS Sub ✦ 16613 18K/SS Serti ✦ 16550 Exp II Non-Rail Cream Dial ✦ Daytona C 116500 ✦ 126710 BLRO GMT-Master II ✦ NEXT-->? ⛳ Hole In One! 10/3/19 DMCC 5th hole, par 3, 168 yards w/ 4-Iron.

14 June 2021, 08:16 AM	#27
Nodzex "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: USA Posts: 650	Congrats, it’s a beautiful piece!

18 June 2021, 07:51 AM	#28
kauffee 2024 ROLEX DATE-JUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Matt Location: Portland, OR Watch: 116610LN, 116500LN Posts: 1,379	Added an Artem sailcloth strap to the Speedy. I considered the Omega cordura OEM but the cost is pretty high, especially when paired with the deployant. Also, the Omega seems to have some leather accents and I need waterproof straps. Did some research and it seemed like the Artem was the best aftermarket sailcloth strap. Pretty happy with it. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

25 July 2021, 12:15 AM	#30
kauffee 2024 ROLEX DATE-JUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Matt Location: Portland, OR Watch: 116610LN, 116500LN Posts: 1,379	Yeah it’s a very well made strap. They modeled it after the Blancpain sailcloth and reviews i read say they are pretty comparable. My only nitpick is that I chose the quick-release spring bars and on my 7” wrist the angle the strap makes with the case is acute enough that the “bulbs” of the quick release are visible. You can see one if you look closely at the top photo. If I had to do it again I’d go with traditional spring bars.

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