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20 February 2020, 02:24 AM | #121 | |
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The local AD estimated sometime in the summer. The AD here says they sell more than the local OBoutique - if you can believe that. they have received more 50th anniversary and platinum 321 than the OBoutique. Hopefully the ADs estimate delivery are on point... |
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21 February 2020, 05:14 PM | #122 |
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I registered interest in the new Ed White but decided not to proceed due to Omega's terms.
They required a deposit of several thousand dollars with no guarantee of delivery or indication of time frames. If the watch could not be delivered (within an unspecified, open ended time frame) then I would receive my funds back. If however, I chose to not to proceed with the purchase, then there would be a monetary penalty. It's one thing to put your name down on a list but it's unacceptable to me for them to hold my cash with no guarantee of delivery and take a chunk out if you change your mind. |
21 February 2020, 05:37 PM | #123 | |
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The terms I ordered under was a full refund at the customers choosing.
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21 February 2020, 05:58 PM | #124 |
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21 February 2020, 06:00 PM | #125 |
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I think comparisons of aesthetics and movements are a moot point. The new Ed White is a faithful recreation of a watch produced in the mid 1960's. The Daytona is a modern reference with decades of evolution both inside and out. If you want to compare design aesthetics, then pit the Speedy against a 6239 from the same era.
Comparing movements is a fun but fruitless exercise - (manual wind vs automatic), (lateral vs vertical clutch), (55hrs power reserve vs 72hrs), (18,000vph vs 28,800vph) etc. etc. The pricing of the Speedy really puzzles me because it's a watch produced almost exclusively for a WIS. As many have pointed out, most people wouldn't know the difference between a moonwatch with a 321 vs a 861/1861 etc. It's almost as if they priced it at a forecasted frenzied grey market price. The Daytona on the other hand is not only for the WIS community, but also attracts those cashed up insta-guys/gals that have to have the status symbol that is Rolex. The demand from this market segment has been supporting the crazy prices we now see. I doubt such a niche Omega moonwatch will appeal to such a large proportion of the population. |
22 February 2020, 08:17 AM | #126 | |
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Personally I like this process and would hope Rolex would do as such or similar. I’d like them to take a100% deposit and deliver in 12 months or so. Im very high up on the aus market but I have it in writing if not delivered in 12 months it’s a full refund. They way they’re talking to be though it’s a near certainty I’ll have one in that time frame. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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22 February 2020, 09:13 AM | #128 |
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Long term plan was always a Daytona until this watch came around. I think it's a great way to fulfill the chronograph itch in any collection and will be happy to purchase when my turn comes up. Did anybody get a similar email from omega? I'm having a hard time understanding what it means:
Thank you for signing the request form for the Calibre 321 Stainless Steel. You’ll find the product information attached - and on our website: https://www.omegawatches.com/watch-o...31130403001001 The Speedmaster Calibre 321 Stainless Steel will be available early 2020. Could you please confirm that you are interested in receiving the watch? If so, kindly let us know where you wish to pick it up? https://www.omegawatches.com/store/ With our warm regards, |
26 March 2020, 02:57 AM | #129 |
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Any TRF members heard anything further on the 321 in steel?
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26 March 2020, 04:23 AM | #130 |
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Is the 321 bracelet the same as the one on the 50th anniversary? That's my only complaint with the watch. For some reason the clasp doesn't open wide enough to get around my hand easily, even though it's a little loose when it's around my wrist.
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26 March 2020, 04:53 AM | #131 |
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I think the 321 has 19mm lug width while the 50th has 20mm.
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26 March 2020, 11:08 AM | #132 | |
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the clasp had not been finalized when I preordered a few months ago.
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20 December 2022, 04:22 AM | #133 |
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Reviving this old thread as I took delivery of the 321 earlier this month and because reading through these comments really made me identify a pattern that most "321 ignorants" will only have become a member of this forum post 2016 aka once the insta/easy money/crypto watch mania started.
Just to make things clear, the Daytona is my all-time favourite watch and I own a few of them. Having said that, I can't find one thing Omega has done wrong with the 321. Yes the pricing is steep at first sight, but you get a lot of value for it, it almost feels like a bit of haute horlogerie and reminds me more of an AP 15202 than a current production Daytona. Of course you can't compare Rolex with Omega as they follow a completely different approach. Rolex would never reissue a 6263, instead they almost behave like a girl that knows exactly how to tease and who gives you just enough to get your d*** hard but won't finish "the job" knowing damn well what should be done (e.g. all black subdials? sure but only on the 18k Daytona and no it won't look like a Lemon PN). And yes, this is exactly what keeps us (me included) coming back for more. Omega really put a lot of effort in making the 321 like a time capsule catapulting you into the 60s but with today's production standards. Scratch-proof ceramic bezel that looks exactly like the original, sapphire crystal that can't be compared to the one of the "regular" Speedy pro, 1:1 reproduction of the 321 movement (which has existed since the 1940s, went to the moon, is accurate enough for daily use and even offers 60hrs PR [remind me, since when does Rolex offer 70/72h PR again?], a beautifully executed flat-link bracelet with solid center links and finally, NO fauxtina (as many have clarified before and which would be a no-go for me as well), all done in a dedicated workshop. All of this really makes it hard for me to say that the 116500LN is the better offering at MSRP (let alone at grey market pricing), especially since the recent price hikes. A better everyday watch or one and done, yes. But better bang-per-buck? No. It's going to be interesting to see whether Omega will really release a 105.012 or 145.012 with a 321 on January 3 and if so, if they would already discontinue the Ed White (which I don't think so) and what all of that would do to grey market prices of the Ed White post the MoonSwatch crazyness. |
20 December 2022, 04:31 AM | #134 | |
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Platinum 321 = 145.012 WG 321 = CK2915 SS 321 = 105.003 My bet is on a sedna gold 321 for CK2998 |
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22 December 2022, 05:59 AM | #135 |
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I have a 321 landing Tomorrow "Forgive the Pun" would be glad to do some comparisons alongside my white dial ceramic Daytona and the Snoopy 50th Anniversary Silver Snoopy edition. All very cool watches and IMO I would struggle to choose between the three.
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22 December 2022, 06:02 AM | #136 | |
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22 December 2022, 06:47 AM | #137 | |
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Preference is really going to come down to what you prioritize in a watch. The 321 is the ultimate in stealth horology and “if you know, you know.” You’d pay $50,000 for essentially the same movement in a Patek 5070. The Daytona photographs very well, but of course is much less legible in person with almost useless pushers due to the screw down nature, though it also has a great automatic movement and obviously is a very good looking time piece with good wrist comfort. Better WR with the Daytona, but I still wear my 321 in water. In contrast, the snoopy has a very cool caseback and apart from that I feel like it’s mostly a dial change vs the regular 3861, like comparing a sub LV to an LN. No right or wrong, just preference. Me personally, I find the 321 Speedmaster outpaces every single Rolex I’ve seen in terms of precision crafting and attention to detail. Plus the fact it’s based on Gene Cernan’s own watch and how limited the 321 is, well you can probably tell my bias lol. |
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22 December 2022, 11:08 PM | #138 |
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I finally tried one on in person the other day over at a pre owned watch store named Collector’s. They had a 2021 full set. I was very impressed on how well it wore & was very light, reminded me of my current 3592. The fit & finish was superb & very legible dial. My name has been on the list for almost 2 years now too. Will see what the future brings.
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Here we go! Not had chance to photograph properly. First impressions of the 321 were better than expected. It’s absolutely stunning in every way, taken me a few hours to get used to the non hacking movement thanks to a friend off the forum here. Honestly, it really is hard to choose, however, considering the history, build quality and damn good looks, I would argue the 321 slightly pips the Daytona. Some will argue the price, but in my eyes, the 321 is hand built by 1 master watchmaker, something you would generally pay 3 or 4 time more for from another brand. Add to the fact that super comfy tapered flat link bracelet and the stunning work of art when you flip it over to see the movement, it's a hard watch to beat. IMO - Worth every damn penny. PS forgive the quick pics and the cat trying to snaffle the Daytona in the background. IMG_3082.jpg IMG_3083.jpg IMG_3085.jpg IMG_3086.jpg IMG_3087.jpg IMG_3088.jpg IMG_3089.jpg Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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Congrats! The 321 is the ultimate “look closer” watch. Unexpected surprises at every angle, all culminating in something truly amazing. |
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23 December 2022, 07:25 AM | #143 | |
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You certainly have your chronographs covered very nicely Now the only issue may be your user name Enjoy the 321 and your others. Spectacular trio |
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23 December 2022, 10:50 AM | #144 | |
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Can you post a picture comparing the thickness of the Snoopy vs 321? |
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23 December 2022, 04:34 PM | #145 |
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Just received my 321 as well! It's absolutely beautiful and i really love it. Second Omega I own now, right after the green Seamaster 300m a few weeks ago.
But i've run into a little problem. I pressed the top pusher button for the first time to try out the Chronograph function right? And after using it, i realized that the top pusher was jutting out and uneven as compared to the bottom pusher! I immediately brought it down to the Omega Boutique and they said it was better to send it in for servicing immediately, and would most probably have to send it back to Switzerland, because only they would know how to work on a 321. Waited so long to receive it and now I have to part with it for months again. How does this even happen? I don't think i did anything wrong. I just pressed the top pusher normally. Why would it come loose? |
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2 different watches--I wouldn't mind a 321 and a white face Daytona. If forced to pick between the two, however, the Daytona at retail would be it for me.
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23 December 2022, 11:06 PM | #147 | |
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I'm a bit çonfused by your picture. The top pusher appears to have "knurling" on the pusher stem. Not the best, but here is a picture of mine, the stem is smooth. I guess someone in the know here can comment. Perhaps the knurling only becomes visible when the pusher is out of place? Sent from my SM-G960W using Tapatalk |
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24 December 2022, 01:19 AM | #148 | |
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The pushers look odd in this picture - the inner part should be smooth not knurled. Also the bottom pusher looks stuck in (there should be more of a gap). Did you try and twist them/screw down at all?
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I didn’t twist or screw the top pusher at all. Only tapped it once to start the timer and once more to stop it. Then tapped the bottom pusher to reset. Only after that did I realize the top pusher was loose and jutting out.
It’s just not such a good angle to view the pushers. The bottom one is perfectly fine but the top one was loose. I sent it in to the service center today and the technician could literally pull the top pusher out! She initially thought it was a regular speedmaster and said they had the parts to fix it. I told her she was mistaken, this is a 321 and only a handful of people in the world could work on it. She took it to the back to let the senior technician take a look and came back saying they would send it to Switzerland immediately! So it’s gone for at least 3 months I guess. Really sucks |
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