I went to try the Moonwatch and I was surprised by the Speedmaster 38, what a beauty!
Maybe you saw the post I shared yesterday about what watch to buy for my 40s.
Many fellow users recommended the Speedy, so I went today to the AD to try one and it fits surprisingly fine in my 17cm (6.7inch) wrist, I never consider it just because it was 42mm, but the bezel is just below 40mm and it wears more like a 40mm:
But to be honest... it leaves me a bit cold, I like it but I don't love it. Maybe it's one of those watches with a slow release charm that I might like it today but crazy love in few months/years 🤷♂️.
I understand it's an icon, but I would much prefer a new interpretation of the icon with a better finished dial with maybe applied indices, better lume, sapphire... etc.
I shared my thoughts with the salesman and then he showed me this beauty:
Omega Speedmaster 38 Co-Axial in black. #speedmaster38
It's exactly what I want, a refreshed version of the Speedy, automatic and with better water resistant.
I tried to do some online research but to my surprise there is a complete lack of coverage from all major watch sites/channels, there is only one "proper" review from Max: here
Have you guys seen this one? Any thoughts? Is it too small? It feels just a mm to small for me, not sure if the case is 38mm or if the bezel is 38mm... anyone knows?
Thanks! :-D
I was in the same boat as you a little more than a year ago. I wanted a speedy but wanted an automatic. The speedy 57s were too big.
So I narrowed it down to the speedy pro or the speedy 38. I picked the 38 (auto and date). I have to say I'm not disappointed. I thought it might look too small but I'm delighted by the look and comfortable wearing experience. It's one of my favorite watches.
My only moan is that it's a 19mm lug width. There aren't as many strap options out there as a 20mm. I just ordered a sailcloth strap for it though so I'm anxious to get it in and put it on.
If you want another mm take a look at the discontinued Speedmaster reduced. It was defined as 39 mm. I don’t know if there is variants with applied indicis but the painted indicis had depth.
I don't think 1 mm will be a big deal in general. And it looks great on your wrist.
Happy hunting and happy 40s.
i own a speedy 38 in baby blue. my wrist is 6.5", so it's a perfect fit. i love it.
The 38 is better. The moonwatch is for professional use. You know walking on the moon and other astronaut shit. The co-axial is for being cool everyday and it looks better on your wrist.
Great looking watch. I have a first omega in space, which is a 39mm speedmaster. I really like it.
Speedmaster 38 FTW!!! It looks absolutely awesome, man!