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rollie&stuff · 23 July 2021, 03:34 AM

What do you think about the new Speedmaster Sapphire Sandwich? Any other Omega competitors out there? Was thinking about a Seamaster, but then the Speedmaster caught my eye.

trippinjimmy · 23 July 2021, 03:58 AM

Buy what sings to you.

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beshannon · 23 July 2021, 07:08 AM

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Originally Posted by rollie&stuff

What do you think about the new Speedmaster Sapphire Sandwich? Any other Omega competitors out there? Was thinking about a Seamaster, but then the Speedmaster caught my eye.

Beautiful watch but I have always thought the original moonwatch is the one to own. I had an older one and I am now looking at newer ones.

DJ2020 · 23 July 2021, 02:32 PM

Sapphire sandwich is on my list. I like to see the movement. Best of both worlds in my opinion.

Andad · 23 July 2021, 02:52 PM

I like my sapphire sandwich 16710.

nm4710 · 23 July 2021, 03:54 PM

Almost bought the sapphire sandwich but to me the hesalite looked better. I didn’t like the sapphire halo effect. If they still made the hesalite crystal with sapphire exhibition case back I would have bought that model. The hesalite imbues the speedy with much of its character - many speedy enthusiasts prefer it. Plus it’s cheap to replace with service (comparatively)

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htc8p · 23 July 2021, 05:51 PM

i bought the 1863 sapphire sandwich just before they were phased out. i consider the 1861/1863 as the last of the true moonwatches.

while the new one is antimagnetic, hacking, vintage looking, coaxial movement.

the 1863 has proven itself to me.

Andad · 23 July 2021, 05:58 PM

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Originally Posted by htc8p

i bought the 1863 sapphire sandwich just before they were phased out. i consider the 1861/1863 as the last of the true moonwatches.

while the new one is antimagnetic, hacking, vintage looking, coaxial movement.

the 1863 has proven itself to me.

Must confess I got the idea from my Speedy Sandwich.

htc8p · 23 July 2021, 06:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Andad

Must confess I got the idea from my Speedy Sandwich.

whew much better than your 16710. i got sore eyes

1William · 23 July 2021, 09:22 PM

The Speedmaster is a great and iconic watch. Get it in the configuration that works for you. I currently prefer the Hesilite.

Krash · 24 July 2021, 10:39 PM

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Originally Posted by htc8p

i bought the 1863 sapphire sandwich just before they were phased out. i consider the 1861/1863 as the last of the true moonwatches.

while the new one is antimagnetic, hacking, vintage looking, coaxial movement.

the 1863 has proven itself to me.

Me too. I bought an 1863 about 6 months before the new one came out. I got it on an alligator strap. No regrets. Love it. When I buy a watch, it’s mine forever. I don’t flip or trade them like other do.

By the way, I walked into an Omega boutique thinking I was going to buy a blue dial Seamaster 300mp, but walked out with the Speedmaster instead.

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Nicolamilton · 25 July 2021, 01:19 AM

New 3861 sapphire crystal is way better about "milky ring" and reflections than previous 1861 ones.

m j b · 25 July 2021, 11:15 PM

I prefer the sapphire because shiny. And scratch resistant.

The display caseback is just a bonus. Of course, you pay for it.

whiterabbit66 · 26 July 2021, 12:49 PM

I have just bought the new one and it arrives in boutique this week. I looked at both and really couldn't notice the ring on the new model over the Hesilite so went with the sapphire to get to see the movement. Boutique also said these are in short supply and have been selling very well.

DoricSpiker · 30 July 2021, 06:26 PM

Great watch. If you are thinking about it in bed, buy it.

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Andad · 30 July 2021, 06:31 PM

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Originally Posted by htc8p

whew much better than your 16710. i got sore eyes

I like to see the 3186 movement Bert.

Cru Jones · 30 July 2021, 09:00 PM

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Originally Posted by htc8p

i consider the 1861/1863 as the last of the true moonwatches.

That's an interesting perspective since the 1861 has only been around since 1997?

brandrea · 30 July 2021, 09:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Andad

I like my sapphire sandwich 16710.

Nice Eddie

Is that from Custom Watch Concepts in Germany?

Andad · 1 August 2021, 04:21 PM

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Originally Posted by brandrea

Nice Eddie

Is that from Custom Watch Concepts in Germany?

Thomas Preik.

The newer case backs takes the Rolex case opener.

brandrea · 1 August 2021, 09:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Andad

Thomas Preik.

The newer case backs takes the Rolex case opener.

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FTX I · 1 August 2021, 11:25 PM

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Originally Posted by beshannon

Beautiful watch but I have always thought the original moonwatch is the one to own. I had an older one and I am now looking at newer ones.

This

gnuyork · 2 August 2021, 01:23 PM

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Originally Posted by beshannon

Beautiful watch but I have always thought the original moonwatch is the one to own. I had an older one and I am now looking at newer ones.

Yes, the Hesalite is the one:

Malum · 6 August 2021, 12:34 PM

Two watches that have interested me for a while are the Rolex Air King and Speedmaster Saphirre Sandwich but I like a date function.

stevestil · 17 November 2021, 12:13 AM

i have the hesalite version and the sapphire sandwich. sapphire gets my vote persnally

Alex_TA · 17 November 2021, 07:26 PM

Hesalite looks more vintage but much less practical.

rolexjackson · 22 November 2021, 12:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Krash

Me too. I bought an 1863 about 6 months before the new one came out. I got it on an alligator strap. No regrets. Love it. When I buy a watch, it’s mine forever. I don’t flip or trade them like other do.

By the way, I walked into an Omega boutique thinking I was going to buy a blue dial Seamaster 300mp, but walked out with the Speedmaster instead.

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The speed master had the same affect on me too! I walked in to buy the 300 and am changing my mind as well!

Alex_TA · 22 November 2021, 01:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Nicolamilton

New 3861 sapphire crystal is way better about "milky ring" and reflections than previous 1861 ones.

True
Look, Daddy, no milky ring!

christophera614 · 22 November 2021, 04:39 AM

For those who have seen both of the new Speedmaster models, what is your opinion about the difference between two bracelets? Does the polished part give it a much different look? Or is it pretty minor overall?

mquarter · 22 November 2021, 12:52 PM

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Originally Posted by christophera614

For those who have seen both of the new Speedmaster models, what is your opinion about the difference between two bracelets? Does the polished part give it a much different look? Or is it pretty minor overall?

The look is very much the same to the casual observer. Up close to the wearer, you can say that the polished bracelet suits the sapphire variant better due to the scratch resistant crystal and the applied Omega logo.

For me, if I was to get one, I'd get the sapphire with the brushed bracelet. I prefer the functionality of scratch resistant sapphire with minimised bling of the brushed.

Alex_TA · 22 November 2021, 08:54 PM

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Originally Posted by christophera614

For those who have seen both of the new Speedmaster models, what is your opinion about the difference between two bracelets? Does the polished part give it a much different look? Or is it pretty minor overall?

Almost all the bracelet is brushed, only inner parts are polished. A bit of humble charm.

23 July 2021, 03:34 AM	#1
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DJ2020 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2020 Real Name: Wayne Location: NC Watch: 226570 Posts: 3,478	Sapphire sandwich is on my list. I like to see the movement. Best of both worlds in my opinion. __________________ 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

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m j b "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: Michael Location: RTP, NC, USA Watch: ♕& Ω Posts: 5,090	I prefer the sapphire because shiny. And scratch resistant. The display caseback is just a bonus. Of course, you pay for it. __________________ Enjoy life - it has an expiration date. Disclaimer: Please note that the avatar is not an accurate representation of how I look. The camera adds 10 pounds...

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23 July 2021, 03:58 AM	#2
trippinjimmy "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2019 Location: The Good Life Posts: 3,086	Buy what sings to you. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

23 July 2021, 03:54 PM	#6
nm4710 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Location: Spring Drive Posts: 52	Almost bought the sapphire sandwich but to me the hesalite looked better. I didn’t like the sapphire halo effect. If they still made the hesalite crystal with sapphire exhibition case back I would have bought that model. The hesalite imbues the speedy with much of its character - many speedy enthusiasts prefer it. Plus it’s cheap to replace with service (comparatively) N

23 July 2021, 05:51 PM	#7
htc8p "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Bert Location: philippines Watch: 116710 ln Posts: 3,442	i bought the 1863 sapphire sandwich just before they were phased out. i consider the 1861/1863 as the last of the true moonwatches. while the new one is antimagnetic, hacking, vintage looking, coaxial movement. the 1863 has proven itself to me.

23 July 2021, 09:22 PM	#10
1William 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 44,652	The Speedmaster is a great and iconic watch. Get it in the configuration that works for you. I currently prefer the Hesilite.

25 July 2021, 01:19 AM	#12
Nicolamilton "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2020 Location: ES Posts: 128	New 3861 sapphire crystal is way better about "milky ring" and reflections than previous 1861 ones.

26 July 2021, 12:49 PM	#14
whiterabbit66 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Spain, US Watch: AP ROO, Posts: 144	I have just bought the new one and it arrives in boutique this week. I looked at both and really couldn't notice the ring on the new model over the Hesilite so went with the sapphire to get to see the movement. Boutique also said these are in short supply and have been selling very well.

30 July 2021, 06:26 PM	#15
DoricSpiker 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2021 Location: United Kingdom Posts: 1,271	Great watch. If you are thinking about it in bed, buy it. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

6 August 2021, 12:34 PM	#23
Malum "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2019 Real Name: Kurt Location: Coachella Valley Watch: SD43 D-Blue Posts: 3,993	Two watches that have interested me for a while are the Rolex Air King and Speedmaster Saphirre Sandwich but I like a date function.

17 November 2021, 12:13 AM	#24
stevestil "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2021 Real Name: Steve Location: NYC Posts: 776	i have the hesalite version and the sapphire sandwich. sapphire gets my vote persnally

17 November 2021, 07:26 PM	#25
Alex_TA "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Tel-Aviv, Israel Posts: 335	Hesalite looks more vintage but much less practical.

22 November 2021, 04:39 AM	#28
christophera614 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Denver Posts: 17	For those who have seen both of the new Speedmaster models, what is your opinion about the difference between two bracelets? Does the polished part give it a much different look? Or is it pretty minor overall?

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