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yld2rob · 10 November 2013, 03:23 AM

Heading out shortly to see both the classic Omega Speedmaster Pro and the Tudor Black Bay on leather. I like them both, but I can't decide! I am hoping trying them on will help me make a decision. I need some help from my TRF friends. In my signature you can see my current watch collection. Thx in advance guys!

Psmith · 10 November 2013, 03:24 AM

I would pick the BB, but then I am neither an Omega or chrono fan

azguy · 10 November 2013, 03:38 AM

My first question is...is the chrono function or waterproofness more important in a watch to you

Laszlo · 10 November 2013, 03:45 AM

I'd take the BB on SS bracelet. You have an Omega already, so add a Tudor to your collection. It'll add a nice balance as well.

SaddleSC · 10 November 2013, 03:45 AM

I think the iconic Omega Speedmaster Pro (with Hesalite) should be a part of every collection. It is extremely comfortable, great looking and very reasonably priced.

mjclark32 · 10 November 2013, 03:49 AM

Try them both on and go with your gut, best of luck and an early congrats!

red1108nyc · 10 November 2013, 03:54 AM

tough call man..

yld2rob · 10 November 2013, 04:03 AM

Thanks for the feedback so far. Bring on more opinions. Be there in about an hour

Laszlo · 10 November 2013, 04:05 AM

I think trying both on in person is key as mentioned. It really comes together at that point.

Urosfan · 10 November 2013, 04:33 AM

Between those two I'll pick the omega

JGX · 10 November 2013, 04:44 AM

I think I'd pick the Speedmaster.

If it was a Pelagos, however, and not the Black Bay then it would be a totally different story!

Jack T · 10 November 2013, 05:07 AM

Omega

FTX I · 10 November 2013, 05:10 AM

Had a 3570.50 for one year but sold cause no matter how many half links I tried I could never adjust the bracelet. That clasp is the main issue.

bayerische · 10 November 2013, 05:15 AM

Speedmaster. It's one of the handfull of truly iconic and historic watches!

Sam Philip · 10 November 2013, 05:18 AM

Omega

yld2rob · 10 November 2013, 05:36 AM

Well the decision is made. Tried them both on and the winner is.....

bayerische · 10 November 2013, 05:39 AM

Omega?

yld2rob · 10 November 2013, 06:23 AM

Well the decision was made based on trying them on and having something that had a little color to it since I already have a black sub and a Omega Seamaster PO. The good news is that after trying on the Speedmaster, I still plan on adding it to my collection!

mjclark32 · 11 November 2013, 09:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by yld2rob

Well the decision was made based on trying them on and having something that had a little color to it since I already have a black sub and a Omega Seamaster PO. The good news is that after trying on the Speedmaster, I still plan on adding it to my collection!

Congrats!

yld2rob · 10 November 2013, 06:24 AM

Thanks for all the feedback. This is why I love this forum!

Laszlo · 10 November 2013, 06:30 AM

Congrats!

kh1970 · 10 November 2013, 06:31 AM

I think you made the right call, I love the BB on the leather strap. Congrats!

jctrolex · 10 November 2013, 06:41 AM

Congratulations on a beautiful piece

, it was a tough call for sure. I have the Omega Seamaster 300M Pro (my first luxury piece) still love it, after a few others I added the Speedy (a timeless beauty, looks good with SS bracelet or leather strap) and my most recent piece is the BB (comfortable, versatile exceptionally good value and destined to be a classic). You will add the Speedy down the road and you won't regret.

AK797 · 10 November 2013, 08:47 AM

With your collection BB was right choice and get the Speedy next time.

silversurfer96790 · 10 November 2013, 09:11 AM

Great choice, congrats

azguy · 10 November 2013, 11:38 PM

The white dial speedy is incredible

Sam Philip · 11 November 2013, 12:23 AM

Congrats!

HL65 · 11 November 2013, 12:28 AM

Congrats and great choice...Cheers,

Chainring · 11 November 2013, 12:42 AM

Congrats. You could not have made a wrong choice with those two watches. I have them both and like them both but for different reasons on different days. It really just depends on what mood I'm in that day. The Black Bay is a stunner to look at but the Omega (to me) is more comfortable to wear and when I look down at that beautiful hesalite crystal I think about the history of the watch. I'm happy you chose the Black Bay but the Speedmaster isn't going to leave you alone.

yld2rob · 11 November 2013, 01:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Chainring

Congrats. You could not have made a wrong choice with those two watches. I have them both and like them both but for different reasons on different days. It really just depends on what mood I'm in that day. The Black Bay is a stunner to look at but the Omega (to me) is more comfortable to wear and when I look down at that beautiful hesalite crystal I think about the history of the watch. I'm happy you chose the Black Bay but the Speedmaster isn't going to leave you alone.

I am very sure you are correct!

10 November 2013, 03:23 AM	#1
yld2rob "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Real Name: Rob Location: Penna Watch: Rolex Posts: 1,658	Need help quick. On the way to the AD. Heading out shortly to see both the classic Omega Speedmaster Pro and the Tudor Black Bay on leather. I like them both, but I can't decide! I am hoping trying them on will help me make a decision. I need some help from my TRF friends. In my signature you can see my current watch collection. Thx in advance guys! __________________ Rolex Sub-126610LV Rolex Sub- 126613LB Rolex GMT BLRO 126710 Rolex GMT BLNR Rolex Datejust 16220

10 November 2013, 03:24 AM	#2
Psmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Clive Location: Exoplanet Watch: spring-driven Posts: 38,856	I would pick the BB, but then I am neither an Omega or chrono fan __________________

10 November 2013, 03:45 AM	#4
Laszlo 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: San Francisco, CA Watch: Date & No Date Posts: 10,868	I'd take the BB on SS bracelet. You have an Omega already, so add a Tudor to your collection. It'll add a nice balance as well. __________________ "You might as well question why we breathe. If we stop breathing, we'll die. If we stop fighting our enemies, the world will die." Paul Henreid as Victor Laszlo in Casablanca

10 November 2013, 03:45 AM	#5
SaddleSC "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Real Name: Charles B Location: GMT -7 Watch: Hulk 116610LV Posts: 6,131	I think the iconic Omega Speedmaster Pro (with Hesalite) should be a part of every collection. It is extremely comfortable, great looking and very reasonably priced. __________________ Hulk 116610LV + GMT II 126710 BLNR + Explorer 124270 + Air King 126900 + Submariner 16613LB

10 November 2013, 03:49 AM	#6
mjclark32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: MJC Location: PHL USA Watch: IWC, Rolex, AP Posts: 29,232	Try them both on and go with your gut, best of luck and an early congrats! __________________

10 November 2013, 03:38 AM	#3
azguy Banned Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: ------- Location: ------- Watch: --------- Posts: 12,609	My first question is...is the chrono function or waterproofness more important in a watch to you

10 November 2013, 03:54 AM	#7
red1108nyc 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Real Name: Fred Location: NYC/NJ Metro Area Watch: Rolex Posts: 8,512	tough call man..

10 November 2013, 04:03 AM	#8
yld2rob "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Real Name: Rob Location: Penna Watch: Rolex Posts: 1,658	Thanks for the feedback so far. Bring on more opinions. Be there in about an hour __________________ Rolex Sub-126610LV Rolex Sub- 126613LB Rolex GMT BLRO 126710 Rolex GMT BLNR Rolex Datejust 16220

10 November 2013, 04:05 AM	#9
Laszlo 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: San Francisco, CA Watch: Date & No Date Posts: 10,868	I think trying both on in person is key as mentioned. It really comes together at that point. __________________ "You might as well question why we breathe. If we stop breathing, we'll die. If we stop fighting our enemies, the world will die." Paul Henreid as Victor Laszlo in Casablanca

10 November 2013, 04:33 AM	#10
Urosfan "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: NYC Watch: Me now Posts: 19,372	Between those two I'll pick the omega

10 November 2013, 04:44 AM	#11
JGX "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Jonathan Location: Wales, UK Posts: 789	I think I'd pick the Speedmaster. If it was a Pelagos, however, and not the Black Bay then it would be a totally different story!

10 November 2013, 05:07 AM	#12
Jack T "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: Jack Location: The Triangle Watch: Several Posts: 6,719	Omega __________________ Sub 116613 LN; GMT 116710 LN; Sinn 104R; Exp 214270; GS SBGM221; Omega AT

10 November 2013, 05:10 AM	#13
FTX I "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Real Name: Flavio Location: N/A Posts: 14,654	Had a 3570.50 for one year but sold cause no matter how many half links I tried I could never adjust the bracelet. That clasp is the main issue.

10 November 2013, 05:15 AM	#14
bayerische "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Andreas Location: Margaritaville Watch: Smurf Posts: 19,879	Speedmaster. It's one of the handfull of truly iconic and historic watches! __________________ Yeah, well, you know, that's just, like, your opinion, man.

10 November 2013, 05:18 AM	#15
Sam Philip Banned Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: UK Posts: 4,345	Omega

10 November 2013, 05:36 AM	#16
yld2rob "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Real Name: Rob Location: Penna Watch: Rolex Posts: 1,658	Well the decision is made. Tried them both on and the winner is..... __________________ Rolex Sub-126610LV Rolex Sub- 126613LB Rolex GMT BLRO 126710 Rolex GMT BLNR Rolex Datejust 16220

10 November 2013, 05:39 AM	#17
bayerische "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Andreas Location: Margaritaville Watch: Smurf Posts: 19,879	Omega? __________________ Yeah, well, you know, that's just, like, your opinion, man.

10 November 2013, 06:23 AM	#18
yld2rob "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Real Name: Rob Location: Penna Watch: Rolex Posts: 1,658	Well the decision was made based on trying them on and having something that had a little color to it since I already have a black sub and a Omega Seamaster PO. The good news is that after trying on the Speedmaster, I still plan on adding it to my collection! __________________ Rolex Sub-126610LV Rolex Sub- 126613LB Rolex GMT BLRO 126710 Rolex GMT BLNR Rolex Datejust 16220

10 November 2013, 06:24 AM	#20
yld2rob "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Real Name: Rob Location: Penna Watch: Rolex Posts: 1,658	Thanks for all the feedback. This is why I love this forum! __________________ Rolex Sub-126610LV Rolex Sub- 126613LB Rolex GMT BLRO 126710 Rolex GMT BLNR Rolex Datejust 16220

10 November 2013, 06:30 AM	#21
Laszlo 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: San Francisco, CA Watch: Date & No Date Posts: 10,868	Congrats! __________________ "You might as well question why we breathe. If we stop breathing, we'll die. If we stop fighting our enemies, the world will die." Paul Henreid as Victor Laszlo in Casablanca

10 November 2013, 06:31 AM	#22
kh1970 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: Kyle Location: Virginia Watch: Changes often Posts: 266	I think you made the right call, I love the BB on the leather strap. Congrats!

10 November 2013, 06:41 AM	#23
jctrolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Canada Watch: 1675 Posts: 1,163	Congratulations on a beautiful piece , it was a tough call for sure. I have the Omega Seamaster 300M Pro (my first luxury piece) still love it, after a few others I added the Speedy (a timeless beauty, looks good with SS bracelet or leather strap) and my most recent piece is the BB (comfortable, versatile exceptionally good value and destined to be a classic). You will add the Speedy down the road and you won't regret.

10 November 2013, 08:47 AM	#24
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	With your collection BB was right choice and get the Speedy next time.

10 November 2013, 09:11 AM	#25
silversurfer96790 Banned Join Date: Feb 2013 Real Name: Jon Location: Tokyo Watch: GMT 16710, 1675 Posts: 294	Great choice, congrats

10 November 2013, 11:38 PM	#26
azguy Banned Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: ------- Location: ------- Watch: --------- Posts: 12,609	The white dial speedy is incredible

11 November 2013, 12:23 AM	#27
Sam Philip Banned Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: UK Posts: 4,345	Congrats!

11 November 2013, 12:28 AM	#28
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 64,008	Congrats and great choice...Cheers, __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

11 November 2013, 12:42 AM	#29
Chainring "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Real Name: Steve Location: Grand Junction CO Watch: A few, not enough. Posts: 1,725	Congrats. You could not have made a wrong choice with those two watches. I have them both and like them both but for different reasons on different days. It really just depends on what mood I'm in that day. The Black Bay is a stunner to look at but the Omega (to me) is more comfortable to wear and when I look down at that beautiful hesalite crystal I think about the history of the watch. I'm happy you chose the Black Bay but the Speedmaster isn't going to leave you alone.

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