Omega Speedmaster Professional Moonwatch Chronograph Review
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- Опубликовано: 7 окт 2024
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The Omega Speedmaster Professional Moonwatch is easily the most popular chronograph and probably one of the most iconic timepieces of all time. Few wristwatches have captured the hearts and minds of watch collectors and enthusiasts like the Omega Speedmaster. Today I am exploring the Omega Speedmaster in depth with a long overdue feature length review video.
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I love that WISCONSIN hat! I live in Green Bay and am crazy about watches and pens. The Omega Speedmaster is the next on my list!
cut off the first minute .... of you saying that it can't be so long
I have had my Speedmaster since 1970. It was given to me by my brother for my having served in Vietnam and survived. Was there from November 1968 to November 1969. As a geologist I mapped the geology of the II Corps Zone while stationed in NahTrang. I after the three year army service in went back to graduate school as there were few jobs during the recession of 1970. This watch helped my with my research as I had to time my experiments. After finishing my research in Geochemistry I again used the watch to time research in my next job. Then as an environment engineer I had to time the hydrological research relative to water recharge in monitoring wells. I can say that this watch was an extension of my body. It was always with me, day and night. Now 50 years later I have had it cleaned twice and replaced the stainless bracelet once because the expandable bracelet just wore out. I knew this when it fell off while in an airport. The crash to the ground did not damage the watch. On yes I did replace the crystal twice too. Cannot live with out this watch and still use the timer function when cooking of doing other activities. When teaching here inKorea I also used it to time presentations. Great watch. I think if you have one watch for life this is the one to purchase. Great watch and so always dependable as long as you wind it every day!
It cost $345 in 1970, so my brother told me. So the value has increased much. Since mine is similar to those warn on the moon, it’s value is unusually high.
This video might have just pushed me over the edge to get a Speedie!
Do it Adrian!
Ditto👍
-DO IT, its a experience you most have, as a watch-collector Adrian.
You would definitely love this watch !
Have you seen the watch box? It’s HUGE
Absolutely LOVE your "feature-length" reviews, Guy. No one reviews watches like you on RUclips. Keep up the great work!
A tour de force review of the Omega Speedmaster! Brilliant!
Thanks Joseph.
It is what bring me back over and over here: detailed and throughout. The best review ever! Thank you. About the tachymeter: Start the chrono counting 30 pulsations. Stop the chrono and divide the tachymeter reading by two.
Thanks, hope you enjoyed it.
To measure pulsations per minute on the tachymetre, count 60 of them. If it takes you a minute to count 60, the chrono hand will be pointing at 60; if it takes you 30 seconds, the hand will point to 120.
that is why I love this channel, the information is well substantiated and complete, thanks for sharing Guy 👍
Thanks for watching, as always!
More importantly than the moon landing is that it's the chronograph that saved apollo 13
Andrew Wilkey agreed! My favorite part of its history.
Wasn't that a Bulova?
@@stevek8829 no. That was worn by one of the astronauts but the Speedmaster was the watch that was used to time the burn that saved the crew.
Wow.
I've had my Speedmaster for 23 years now and I love it. It's the best watch in my collection. I've never had it serviced though and my omega retailer keeps telling me that I'm crazy because it will eventually break down. The main reason is the fact that i can't accept the idea of having it disassembled while it works perfectly fine.
I work at an Omega AD and I actually shared this video with a client so they could get a thorough understanding of the watch beyond what I was able to tell them in our 10 minute conversation. You present the information better than anyone and I appreciate your hard work!
That’s awesome thanks for sharing that story with me. But here’s the important question, did they buy the watch?
JustBlueFish Watch Reviews Can’t tell you, otherwise I’d I have to give you commission :p
I take cash or checks for your convenience!
This is why I love this channel! ... awesome review as always Guy!
Long (yet interesting ), in depth, proper detail. All meat, no potatoes. Never change man!
How many times has a speedmaster been reviewed, but I loved this!
I feel a speedie rebuy coming on!
Thank you for this thorough review covering lots of topics I have never seen adressed in any of the other reviews. One can see the amount of work that went into this video.
I'd like to add two remarks:
1. I've owned this moonwatch model too since 2 months, and I have already once experienced the same issue with the cronograph not resetting. I'm actually quite relieved you experienced the same problem, so it seems that's a quite common issue and not a "defect", although I never heard about that issue before.
2. Automatic winding mechanisms actually do work in space. The rotor not (only) moves because of gravitation, but mainly because of inertia, so when the arm is moved in a zero gravity environment, the automatic mechanism still winds the watch.
Thanks for watching and for the comments I appreciate it.
Dang it, another video I have to plan ahead to watch!! Luckily my yearly vacation just started so I have 2 weeks to get a free evening of watching this!! Can't wait
Don't forget the popcorn and soda.
The depth, breadth and information contained in this video sets a new benchmark to which other reviewers should aspire. A real “tour de force”, well done.
Thanks Ray
I can sit back, relax, grab some popcorn and enjoy one of your great in-depth reviews! Thank you Guy, nobody is as thorough as you. Keep up the great work! 👍
Hope you enjoyed it!
I took delivery today. I’m happy and getting it at about 70% of retail cost when it’s just 4 months old and in perfect condition. Win win I would say.
Awesome congrats on the new watch.
Normally I would agree with you that the history of a watch is not important, the Speedy is the one exception. That's because I am an old fart, and one of the formative experiences of my childhood was hanging out with my dad and watching the moon landings on TV, then going outside and looking at the moon in awe.
That's why I bought a Speedy. Not for collecting, but as my daily beater, and as a connection to my past.
Can’t wait to ‘watch’ this.
Guy, other than Stanley Kubrick and Paul Thomas Anderson you may be my favorite film director of all time. What an effort, TY
I'm not sure I know Anderson I'll have to look him up. Thanks Taylor.
Thank you Guy. Your conscientious and thorough approach is much appreciated.
Thanks Jim.
Best MW review so far.
Love your review and the strap options you shared. Thanks for sharing a wrist shot despite your hesitancy. It does gives us/your viewers a great basis for estimating the watchsize, wrist presence and feel (Your vid quality is superb by the way). A true blue no-nonsense no BS review! I respect that a lot.
Thank you!
Solid and honest review. Happy with my speedmaster, now i'm happier with it! thanks!
This watch will definitly find its way into my collection!! The question in when..!?? Not why, you have answered it for me!! Thank you for a great video!!👏🏻👏🏻
Thanks!
Ickike your reviews because u keep it real and dont get hyped!
Thank you I appreciate it.
I love this watch as my wife gave me this for a present of engagement and of course it's a good one.
Thank you for your video!!
I have the same speedy and THAT OMEGA NATO STRAP! I’ve been wearing this watch pair with this nato for 3 years it’s still good looking!
Thanks for watching.
Great in-depth review. This is a classic example of a watch that is greater than the sum of its parts. All of the small details add up to make something that is truly great. The shape of the case is gorgeous, the dial is clean and legible, the movement is a joy to wind and use yet is also accurate and reliable. (Just for the record, I've never had that issue with reset.)
Well said, it’s definitely greater than the sum of its parts.
Extraordinarily good review, very even-handed. I have to watch it in two sittings, but your scrutiny is appreciated.
Thanks Alan.
I appreciate the thoroughness of this review! Great work!
Thanks!
Speedmaster - the movie
Thanks for the great video! Really good content as always.
I had also problems with the chronograph not working properly. My research got me to some post in the german watch forum. There someone said, that the chronograph sometimes doesnt work as it should, when the watch is fully wound.
I tested it (maybe one or to times) and I was able to recreate the malfunktion. Since then I just avoided to use the chrono, when I've just fully wound the watch.
Interesting info thanks for sharing.
i purchased mine new about 2 months ago. Just a great piece and my first entry level luxury watch. However i still love my seikos
Nice, enjoy it.
Great video, Guy! The 2021 version of the Speedmaster now has a micro adjustment capability on the incredible bracelet it now comes out with.
For me this is a forever watch. I have both Speedy Pro and Reduced Auto. I might eventually flip my Reduced but not the Pro. My chronograph is working fine but then again I very seldom use the chrono function. My Speedmaster has cal. 1861 and I love taking few moments in the morning to wind the watch. Yes, I also own a Seamaster Pro and the helium valve is just a gimmick but to me it immediately distinguishes Seamaster from other dive watches. I really enjoy my Omega watches.
Thanks for watching I appreciate it.
Best watch reviewer on RUclips by far. Always comprehensive and complete. If Guy doesn’t find a flaw in a watch I know that I will not. I bought the new Seamaster Diver 300 several months ago and love it. The Speedy might be the next watch for me, although I’d probably opt for the sapphire sandwich. Thanks again for all of your outstanding videos Guy!
I’m not sure if I’m good at picking up the flaws or just have really bad luck but I always find some.
Soooo... I watched this review several times and bought a Speedmaster Pro (sapphire), extremely legible to my aging eyes and a pleasure to wear (on a Watch Gecko NATO). Thanks Guy.
Congrats, enjoy it!
That was by far the longest RUclips video I ever watched , you made it interesting , great work . Everything was of relevance and your presentation style is also interesting . Looking forward for more such detailed reviews from you .
The addition of a loup is great when you have the sapphire sandwich model.
I have had this watch for 2 years now and I still love it. The dial as you say is almost perfect. Quick tip for winding, use the left hand side of your index finger starting from nail end running down to the middle of your finger(if you are using your right hand) much quicker and more comfortable. Great review by the way
Thanks!
Great review! Just a note, it’s the vertical clutch in the Daytona that makes for a smooth start during chronograph actuation and not the column wheel.
I was younger when I first saw the Moon Watch in a jewelry store window. It was a special edition, and came with a wooden collectable presentation box for $1100. Couldn't afford at the time, but some years later, at the same store, I purchased a later version Professional with the skeleton back in a plain white Omega box for $1600. This is the watch that introduced me to the higher tier watches I had never given a second thought.
Automatics do work in space. Check out the 6139 Pogue and SINN 140. Both automatics that work perfectly well.
A must have watch !!! I have 7 different speedmasters
I own the 3559.32.20 Schumacher Speedmaster.
Wow, 7? You are a true Speedy fan.
Nice. Which ones? Just have the bog standard Speedmaster Pro Hesalite
Proud new owner..1861.. hesalite.. really prefer it over the new model. 😍 stunning
Congrats 🎉🎊🎈
@@JustBlueFish thank you Guy! It's gorgeous. Beautiful On a strap too
And a bargain compared to the new one
One of the best reviews on this watch I have seen on youtube. Well done. Enjoy the watch, its very iconic. I have thought of buying it second hand without all the bells and whistles case.
Love the clasp you installed. Great review!
That clasp is a must have upgrade. I have a video talking about the parts and installation.
@@JustBlueFish Can you please give us a link to that video? I cant find it in your channel. Thanks
@@fendushi ruclips.net/video/F_2i_N5LD2E/видео.html
@@JustBlueFish Thank you! :)
My #1 bracelet for this watch is the Uncle Seiko Beads of Rice. It is absolutely perfect .
The Moonwatch is a Legend.................nothing more to say, great review, well done.
Thanks buddy.
@@JustBlueFish Your welcome, btw, lets convince Adrian to get it...he wont regret, im sure. something mechanical, something automatic..we need it all;-)
Well a review which this watch truly does deserve👍🏻🙏🏻
Ok i have to split it into 2 Parts but great overview and in-depth review from an owners perspective.
Treasuring mine since years, happy to hear that you share the same dislikes as I do too. Keep up the good work and cheers from Germany🙏🏻👍🏻
Thanks Mister B, appreciate the feedback and for you taking the time to watch.
great video! loving the content! keep it coming, id love to see more!
Thanks!
If you are considering a Speedmaster, this review is indispensable and well worth the time.
Thanks!
I’m here in in Naples this morning visiting the watch store you get some of your watches for reviews many times. I will of course mention you.
They treated me excellent with a fantastic price!
Awesome I’m happy to hear that, I love those guys!
JustBlueFish Watch Reviews well I bought the new omega Seamaster 300 and they gave me a bunch of swag to take home also. We just walked the botanical garden here and getting some dinner and back to Orlando.
Way to hot to be walking around outside today you are crazy!
When the day comes that a sapphire crystal will look as good as this I’ll buy one. I’m just too clumsy for something that pretty. I’d scratch that beauty day one I just know it. Great in depth review. I’ve never wanted this watch as bad as I do now.
Absolutely the best Speedy review on the internet. Thank you Guy! Regarding the value of the Speedies, of course if one buy new from the AD he's not going to make money. But if buy used, the price of the Speedies on the pre-owned market actually has been steadily increasing and quite steeply during the recent 2 years. I think if Omega decide to replace the movement for all regular 1861 moonwatch with the new 3861, and lift the price to $6-7K in the near future, then the 1861 Speedy price will further go up. Just my 2c.
Thanks Robin and yes I totally agree, if the a new more expensive regular production Speedmaster model comes out these models will definitely go up in value.
Great in depth review of this iconic watch!!!
Thanks!
Unboxing your omega while wearing a gshock square!
I have a 2 drawares full of watches boxes and they are helpfull when you are not using the watches. I run my protocol of winding and wearing in the wrist all my automatic watches every morning after I bathe, so the watch boxes have been usefull to keep the watches safe,. My Omega watches boxes take up the most space in my drawers.
I thought your review of the Explorer 214270 was thorough and in depth but this review takes the cake. Job well done Guy! 👍
It’s funny there are things I realize I missed and wish I could go back and cover. But, thanks for the feedback!
it is "the" chronograph! To me Rolex is known for the sub and omega for the speedmaster!
Agreed
Agree! I have both 👌🏻
That first Omega in space looks great.
If only it had a bracelet!
@@JustBlueFish I would like one to use it in a distressed leather strap, I have my SMP 300 2018 with bracelet hehe.
My speedy had the chrono hand just to the left of center. Then I started and stopped the chrono a few times and it zeroed. I agree it should line up exactly and likewise the sub hands. Glad I got it 15 years ago!!!
For sport watches, hacking does make more scene, more so a chronograph. It's nice to see the chrono sec hand runs in sync with the sub sec hand for precision. Also, lateral clutch has more wear and tear, and, need to mentioned that the chrono function should not run continuously. In price comparison, the seiko 8R48 has a column wheel vertical clutch, and, the unique 3 pointed hammer and heart-shaped cam ensures the perfect synchronization of the hands flyback function at pin-point. My srq031 which cost less than 3k has Zaratsu finishing, and, it's accurate to 3 spd. The 2mm protruding glass, interestingly, makes the watch looks compact (30mm dial). The fine soft cordovan straps wears so comfortable. I like this better than my daytona. Just stunning
"Who did what with it in the past, yeah, it's not a factor for me." -- I can't agree more.
Thank you for this VERY complete review!
Warranty upgrade by omega is a very welcome move.Thanks omega.
Agreed
I bought my speedmaster from exquisite timepieces and I had a misaligned chrono Hans and was running 20 secs fast per day
The best review of speedmaster!
Have a 1998 357050, 1861 caliber. Runs 7 seconds fast per day, which is fine. No issues whatsoever with the action of the reset pusher.
Nice review. I'm eyeing the 311.30.42.30.01.006 myself. The sapphire crystal one with the display case back.
You can't really go wrong with the Hesalite version I have or that Sapphire version, both are outstanding. I hope you make it happen and enjoy it!
If I would ever lent a watch to any youtuber it would be you.
I appreciate the vote of confidence.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this iconic timepiece. Picked up my sapphire sandwich for 20% off at the AD. It’s definitely a keeper and staying in my collection. Absolutely beautiful watch.
Great price from an AD. Congrats and enjoy.
Automatic movements will work just fine in a weightless or low-G environment, fyi. most of what drives an automatic movement when you walk around in gravity is inertia, anyway... your movements. Great review and excellent time spent. Many thanks.
Amazing video. Very detailed - great work!
Appreciate that thanks.
great discussion
Thanks Eric.
I can't believe I watched this video to the end...I started watching thinking "I will only watch for a little bit" but I got totally sucked in. This is a very thorough and interesting video and I really liked the points you raised about the new "limited" edition release. Thank you :)
Thanks Jeff glad you enjoyed it.
So here's the question, do you go vintage 70's-90's or modern?
For me, modern. I don't like buying vintage/pre-owned.
The modern IS essentially a vintage watch in its style and many of its components. Best of both worlds.
Modern hesalite for me. Will order in a month or two.
Great informative video. Just a small correction though, Russian cosmonauts use Fortis watches in space that use automatic movements.
But do they self wind? I wouldn’t think they would.
I might bring it in if it’s occasionally not resetting properly. My Speedmaster is 40 years old and I’ve never encountered that problem; the chronometer performs perfectly. On a side note, I’ve always found the crown fairly easy to wind, but maybe that’s just me.
I have a Speedy, a 1992 model, and I have two push both buttons at the same to reset it. It also runs about three min. fast a week.
1:12:34 woow a new record :D can't wait to watch the whole movie! Cheers!
Also I really like your choice for a watch in the video- can't express how much I love the DW5600 :D (and it is a "space- watch" too).
The DW5600 is one of my favorites.
I know this is a bit out of date, but I had the same problem as you initially had with my watch not resetting after pressing the bottom button. This happened a couple times. It's been more than a few years and it hadn't happened again since.
Hey Guy. I have a question. You must choose one. The Omega Speedmaster or the Rolex Explorer that you used to own?
There’s things I like about both, and things I don’t. In a perfect world get them both and don’t choose!
Great review Guy. Thank you.
Excellent review! I purchased same except with leather strap. After watching this, I am warming up to the metal bracelet. Does Omega sell the metal braclet separately? Thank you.
I would imagine you can get the bracelet from an Ad or boutique but I’m not totally positive.
You can definitely purchase the steel bracelet from any AD or Omega Boutique . I did it in France, where it was available for a bit less than 800€... This is why anyone interested in purchasing a new speedy should buy it on steel. Best regards, luc
Thank you. I learned the hard way of finding out it's better to get metal bracelet first. but the croc strap is better looking, IMO. Nevertheless, it is important to have metal bracelet for daily use. @@luclambert1187
I watched it all haha very in depth review . The speedy is an awesome watch and has a very unique iconic style. If you can only have 1 luxury watch do not buy a speedy imo but if you already have some great pieces get this one as a complementary piece. More of an I like watches watch ..an amazing one. For some reason the Omega case designs just sit so perfect on my wrist.
Good point, it might not be the best single or first choice.
Awesome video. Love your channel, never fazed to tell it how you see it. Take a bow.
(Not sure if there are previous comments on this, but...) The Omega on the hesalite crystal is on the back (inside).
Holy cow your in Naples? So am I!
Small world.
The FOIS is a smaller watch but has the exact same lug to lug or 'wing-span'. Subsequently, it wears almost the same as the Professional. As the tachymeter and dial are the same sizes it will also appear to be the same size.
After having just viewed Michael Collins' Speedmaster he wore on Apollo 11 yesterday, this is very timely. The more I think about it, the Moonwatch might just be my grail...
On second thought, I may just covet at this watch from afar. I couldn't cope with the quality issues of misaligned hands, poor-fitting end links and intermittent chrono pusher malfunctions. They are inexcusable for a watch that costs this much.
Thanks for watching Mark. Hope you enjoyed the review!
Great video and information
Thanks Craig.
The Speedmaster was worn on the moon! It was used to time the firing the Apollo 13 engines to get the crew home!
No other watch comes close to the history!
I have had mine for 40 years or more!
I lived at Lely Resort in Naples. Love Naples, miss the pier and dolphins you would see there. 👍😊
My 1968 Heuer Autavia chronograph which I bought in 1971 and is perfect today is my favorite chronograph. A watch that does not reset reliably, that has an issue with alignment of the zero position of the chronograph second hand would go back for a replacement or refund if it was mine. Not acceptable. I am not as enamored with it as some of you here.
Thanks for watching.
Lost interest when he started talking about how the deal breaker was the clasp... Turned off when he said the history of this watch was not important.
I have a watch with much history. But its bad.
brill watch and brill review of it.... thanks
Thank you glad you enjoyed it.
As the world mourns GOT, Guy sweeps in to reassure us that epics continue to be made! :)
I never got sucked into GOT, thankfully.
Great review. Nice & thorough. Thanks.
Hi... nice review of the Speedmaster,... the “coin” in the box is intended as a paperweight for your desk I’ve heard... that’s what I’d use it for as it is beautiful. I’m a bit of a fan myself with a nice few Omega here in the house, an original Seamaster from 1964 that belonged to my Father in Law ... my eldest son wears it, my wife has a ladies soeedmaster ( 40th Birthday 🎁) and a ladies planet ocean black with diamond bezel ( Master Chronometer Co Axial ) (50th Birthday 🎁) I have an Aqua Terra and received recently from my wife and kids a Planet Ocean Chronograph Blue Dial and Strap, Sedna Gold ( Master Chronometer Co Axial ) Can’t stop looking at it... the history of the company is fascinating and the story of the Co Axial movement a very interesting one in the history of watchmaking. Great review 👍