This is the perfect one watch collection! I have the Saffire sandwish, I don't regret my purchase! It's feels great on my wrist and also fun to watch the DCB!
Great video, picked up my sapphire sandwich recently while traveling abroad since dollar was so strong and saved a pretty penny. Fantastic watch, wearable everyday as I own a rose gold Daytona and can’t wear out in public with current state of crime across America . This speedy wears so under the radar, and definitely can be dressy, or casual with leather or nato straps. I totally understand the hype with the speedy, as it’s quickly become my favorite in my collection
Fabulous watch, wear it in good health. I always wanted one and worried about the size, tried this 3861 today, with the new bracelet it felt one of the nicest watches I've ever worn on the wrist. Ive similar wrist sizes to you and I am soon going to pull the trigger on this. Looks great on you, thanks for your review :)
Got mine a couple of years ago with the Hesalite crystal. The astronauts on the Apollo 13 mission all wore this watch and in the movie, it was the one used to time the course correction burn. Neil Armstrong's is still on the surface of the moon in his landing module. FYI, scratches can be easily removed with Polywatch or a fine plastic polish applied very gently and buffed with a microfiber cloth.
A great watch, I am defiantly going to buy this but I'm leaning towards the sapphire variant - it will be my first Omega. I also love the new Explorer which I hope to pick up over the next couple of years. I think the Speedmaster and the Explorer is a great combination to have in your collection. The watch looks great on you, enjoy!! And, thanks for the review!
Looks like you enjoy is a lot! I just got a duo face reverso and I can highly recommended it for sure. A lot of watch for the money. This speedy is probably next on my list!
I also own one. Somehow I get paranoid using it daily will damage the winding mechanism. I have the OG with hexalite crystal and closed caseback. Wear yours in good health. Cheers!
Thanks bhai, go for Speedy. Even if you get bored, you can sell it for very good price and its a great all rounder. Looks great on bracelet, leather strap, and nato.
I have the same size wrist as you and ran into a similiar issue with my moonwatch where the bracelet just fits as is, snug. It's the fall/winter now, I was wondering if you ended up having to add a link during the summer?
I would choose a Rolex Explorer mainly because 36mm works for my wrist, but only at the retail price. Secondary market prices are ridiculous at the moment, and going to Rolex AD in even worse.
Hi Gagan - one question if I may - why didn’t you go in for the Saphire one - was it just the price? And which one would you buy in hindsight or recommend.
Hi Nikhil, definitely the price. But both have their pros and cons, I prefer the closed backcase of Hesalite and it's very cheap to replace with a new one after several years of wear and tear. I also like the story of the astronauts, the reason why they use Hesalite in the space is because when Hesalite breaks, it breaks into small pieces that can be collected floating around in zero gravity and if a saphire breaks in zero gravity, the little shards of glass can enter eyes and mouth when floating around. You can't go wrong with either. I would prefer to have saphire but don't have any regrets.
@@GaganKPolska thanks Gagan. Yes, I knew the differences between the two. I’m planning to buy the Saphire one since I like to see the mechanism and I prefer it to be scratch proof. Good to connect!
Great video , I tried it in the shop and the bracelet instantly started pinching hair, does it occur to you as I backed down from it due to this reason?
You should be able to get a decent idea from Chrono24, but more or less, you should be able to sell your watch for 15-20% less than the retail price to a watch dealer. So try and get 10-15% discount off the AD.
Hesalite bec i like the solid caseback + brushed bracelet and cleaner less busy dial appearance. Looks more of a premium tool watch than a shiny jewelry .
Hi Frank, I wouldn't even call myself a collector. I like to have one good thing, whether it's a pair of sunglasses or a watch. I like to use them as much as possible unless it feels like time to try something new.
It's not that bad. The watch stops working, you set the time, wind it and starts again. Same can happen with an automatic watch, it's been a week since you last wore the watch and you need to wind it manually.
It's fine, first couple scratches hurt but then it's no big deal. My watch, my scratches 😁 You're going to have dents and scratches. And it's cheap to replace. But if it's something you really care about, get Saphire version.
If the moonswatch was mechanical, maybe, but its not. 911 didn't took a beating because Porsches launched the Boxter back then (70% of common parts with the 911 when launched).
This is the perfect one watch collection! I have the Saffire sandwish, I don't regret my purchase! It's feels great on my wrist and also fun to watch the DCB!
Totally agree!
I tried having my Speedy as my only watch but buckled and bought a G-Shock for running and swimming.
@@corychecketts Smart move, I won't take a chance with my Speedy in the pool, a G shock is the watch of many wonders!
@@corychecketts Me too 😁
I completely agree with you. At this price point, this watch can't be beat.
Congratulations on the Speedy! Looks great on you!
Great video and review! Thanks man
Great video, picked up my sapphire sandwich recently while traveling abroad since dollar was so strong and saved a pretty penny. Fantastic watch, wearable everyday as I own a rose gold Daytona and can’t wear out in public with current state of crime across America . This speedy wears so under the radar, and definitely can be dressy, or casual with leather or nato straps. I totally understand the hype with the speedy, as it’s quickly become my favorite in my collection
Congratulations! I hope you get to enjoy the watch.
Just added this to my collection alongside my Sea Dweller 43mm and my Panerai 328. It’s an incredible piece.
Fabulous watch, wear it in good health. I always wanted one and worried about the size, tried this 3861 today, with the new bracelet it felt one of the nicest watches I've ever worn on the wrist. Ive similar wrist sizes to you and I am soon going to pull the trigger on this. Looks great on you, thanks for your review :)
Got mine a couple of years ago with the Hesalite crystal. The astronauts on the Apollo 13 mission all wore this watch and in the movie, it was the one used to time the course correction burn. Neil Armstrong's is still on the surface of the moon in his landing module. FYI, scratches can be easily removed with Polywatch or a fine plastic polish applied very gently and buffed with a microfiber cloth.
That's a beautiful watch and thank you so much. I will try it for sure :)
Just a small correction - Neil Armstrong's watch is in the National Air and Space Museum but not currently on display.
A great watch, I am defiantly going to buy this but I'm leaning towards the sapphire variant - it will be my first Omega. I also love the new Explorer which I hope to pick up over the next couple of years. I think the Speedmaster and the Explorer is a great combination to have in your collection. The watch looks great on you, enjoy!! And, thanks for the review!
Thanks man. I'll definitely get explorer next, specially for my 16 cm wrists, it works the best.
Looks like you enjoy is a lot! I just got a duo face reverso and I can highly recommended it for sure. A lot of watch for the money. This speedy is probably next on my list!
I'm really considering! Thank you again and I highly recommend Speedy, it's so versatile.
I also own one. Somehow I get paranoid using it daily will damage the winding mechanism. I have the OG with hexalite crystal and closed caseback. Wear yours in good health. Cheers!
I have the Aqua Terra myself, but I keep looking at this one constantly (the sapphire version). Maybe next year!
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Great video - deciding on my firs real watch between this and a Seamaster
Thanks bhai, go for Speedy. Even if you get bored, you can sell it for very good price and its a great all rounder. Looks great on bracelet, leather strap, and nato.
I am so torn between this and the explore, it’s painful. I go back and forth daily. Hope I make the right choice.
25 years review: my 1994 Omega Speedmaster ran daily until 2016... 22 years before it needed a service ! 🧐 #MoonwatchUniverse
Wow! That's unbelievable :D
wow, that is insane. How were the seals holding up, was it still water resistant?
Great video man! Still on the fence
Thanks man and good luck.
Hey we have the exact same watch.. i was wondering if i can buy an extra link off of you?
Ha, I also had an Air King, Tudor GMT, and now have this exact Speedmaster.
Hahaha, what a coincidence. What's next?
I have the same size wrist as you and ran into a similiar issue with my moonwatch where the bracelet just fits as is, snug. It's the fall/winter now, I was wondering if you ended up having to add a link during the summer?
I ended up selling it. But I did use to add a link for Summer and for Winter, I'd mostly keep it on a leather strap.
I wanted to ask, if you had a choice between an Omega Speedmaster and a Rolex in the same price range, which would you choose?
I would choose a Rolex Explorer mainly because 36mm works for my wrist, but only at the retail price. Secondary market prices are ridiculous at the moment, and going to Rolex AD in even worse.
Chose speedmaster 3861 over an op36 Which was actually cheaper.
Just love the speedmaster 3861, they're beautiful in the flesh.
Best regards
@@GaganKPolska If you prefer the Explorer 36mm for the size, why not save money and get a Speedmaster reduced?
Hi Gagan - one question if I may - why didn’t you go in for the Saphire one - was it just the price? And which one would you buy in hindsight or recommend.
Hi Nikhil, definitely the price. But both have their pros and cons, I prefer the closed backcase of Hesalite and it's very cheap to replace with a new one after several years of wear and tear. I also like the story of the astronauts, the reason why they use Hesalite in the space is because when Hesalite breaks, it breaks into small pieces that can be collected floating around in zero gravity and if a saphire breaks in zero gravity, the little shards of glass can enter eyes and mouth when floating around.
You can't go wrong with either. I would prefer to have saphire but don't have any regrets.
@@GaganKPolska thanks Gagan. Yes, I knew the differences between the two. I’m planning to buy the Saphire one since I like to see the mechanism and I prefer it to be scratch proof. Good to connect!
Good idea to get the reverso, then you will have a dress watch and a sports watch. That’s all you need
My girlfriend would love to hear this :D
Great video , I tried it in the shop and the bracelet instantly started pinching hair, does it occur to you as I backed down from it due to this reason?
Everyone now and then, which happens with most bracelet. Then you readjust and all good.
I'm thinking of buying the Speedmaster this month and I wanted to know what the resale value is like? Any ideas
You should be able to get a decent idea from Chrono24, but more or less, you should be able to sell your watch for 15-20% less than the retail price to a watch dealer. So try and get 10-15% discount off the AD.
Who cares about the resale, buy it and hand it down to future generations 👍
You plan to buy the new version or the discontinued if available?
Do you still like the hesalite or would you go sapphire if buying again?
Sapphire version, but I love the whole brushed bracelet on the hesalite version. But Saphire.
Being able to see the mechanism really adds to the pleasure of ownership
Hesalite bec i like the solid caseback + brushed bracelet and cleaner less busy dial appearance. Looks more of a premium tool watch than a shiny jewelry .
I dont mind the scratches but how does it do against like a bumped?
I haven't tried yet.
Are you a 1 watch collector? Or what is your goal to own?
Hi Frank, I wouldn't even call myself a collector. I like to have one good thing, whether it's a pair of sunglasses or a watch. I like to use them as much as possible unless it feels like time to try something new.
Ever been tempted by the Rolex Milgaus?
Nope! Only by Rolex Explorer 36, JLC Reverso, and A.Lange & Sohne Saxonia (Pink Gold)
The only thing keeping me from buying this is the manual wind.
It's not that bad. The watch stops working, you set the time, wind it and starts again. Same can happen with an automatic watch, it's been a week since you last wore the watch and you need to wind it manually.
how are the scratches? That's something that really worry me. Something so expensive and scratch so easily.
It's fine, first couple scratches hurt but then it's no big deal. My watch, my scratches 😁 You're going to have dents and scratches. And it's cheap to replace. But if it's something you really care about, get Saphire version.
Seriously you wear for 1 year and still pristine? No dings and dent on bezel
There are some minor scratches on both the hezalite and back but it's hard to see them in camera.
Both this and the explorer are super ….
It's next on the list for me 😁
How big is your wrist for reference?
16-17 cm or 6.5 inches.
I have 16cm and it still wears nice.
Is this a manual or automatic?
Manual winding
Is this too big for a 7" wrist? Omega Speedmasters are all 42mm. lol
Not at all, I have 6.5 inches wrists but like 16 inches forearms. So if you size the bracelet well. It fits great.
Not at all! It will be good🙂
This is one hairy Polak 😂
Hairy Indian*
U better sell it.since the moonswatch launch omega prices took a beating and it's going to get worse
It won't, trust me. At its price point, Speedmaster is the best watch you can buy.
Why do u think omega prices are gonna drop? I doubt it
If the moonswatch was mechanical, maybe, but its not.
911 didn't took a beating because Porsches launched the Boxter back then (70% of common parts with the 911 when launched).
Why does he need to sell it?🤣 He loves the watch!