Datejust 41 or Speedmaster?

[jonmdavis]

Speedy is an absolute must own for any collector. I think it looks better on leather straps. Don’t love the black croc strap that comes with it, but swap that for dark brown and it looks incredible.

[JR16]

You can’t go wrong. Recently got the speedy pro and so far it’s a fun watch. Got it on bracelet, but enjoyed the OEM NATO and just put it on a worn and wound leather. You can find a speedy pro new for under $4k US, so maybe get now and save for DJ41




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[mac_135]

Originally Posted by MJK737

Not to nitpick but I believe SMP stands for Seamaster Professional. I’d recommend the Speedy Pro, that paired with your sub makes for a solid collection, two classics and you’d have all bases covered. Th e DJ is a fine piece but I think the Speedy Pro is way cooler.

Thanks for pointing that out, you are right about the SMP. I agree, the Speedy Pro combined with the Sub would be a great pair, just feeling like I might want something more dressed up for certain occasions. How do you feel the Speedmaster dresses up if need be? I'm usually not dressed any more formal than a suit and tie, and honestly I'm one of those guys who thinks a sub works great with a suit (just looking for variety).

[mac_135]

Originally Posted by JR16

You can’t go wrong. Recently got the speedy pro and so far it’s a fun watch. Got it on bracelet, but enjoyed the OEM NATO and just put it on a worn and wound leather. You can find a speedy pro new for under $4k US, so maybe get now and save for DJ41




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Great pictures - this is what I love about the Speedmaster - Works so well on different straps! It's like having 3 watches in 1, and all 3 are actually very useable combinations.

[karmatp]

Originally Posted by mac_135

Thanks for pointing that out, you are right about the SMP. I agree, the Speedy Pro combined with the Sub would be a great pair, just feeling like I might want something more dressed up for certain occasions. How do you feel the Speedmaster dresses up if need be? I'm usually not dressed any more formal than a suit and tie, and honestly I'm one of those guys who thinks a sub works great with a suit (just looking for variety).

The speedy on a nice leather strap is perfect for all occasions.

[MJK737]

I wear my Speedy in all situations, but it’s definitely my go to when I need to dress up a bit. I just love the magical hue of the hesalite.

[Sam3641]

Originally Posted by mac_135

Of course the title doesn't make sense so I will make a long story short. When I first got into watches I really wanted an Omega SMP but didn't have the budget. Settled for a Tag Aquaracer and sold it a year later to help fund my Sub 114060 which I love (my first keeper watch) and I am looking to expand my collection in the future.

Before I pulled the trigger on the Sub, I decided on the Speedmaster but realized the bracelet doesn't fit right and that if I am going to own this watch, I want it on a black leather strap. I didn't want leather and manual wind for every day wear and also decided I like the hesalite version best, so I wanted something more scratch resistant.

Recently I have become obsessed with the new DJ41, specifically smooth bezel on jubilee – Rhodium or blue dial (pictures absolutely welcomed, please and thank you).

I would appreciate your thoughts and comments on whether you would go for the SMP on leather (with the option to add/change straps) or the Datejust41 (and which dial between the blue and rhodium) as my next piece.

I sell real estate for a living, so both work equally well in my opinion in terms of wardrobe/formality.

A big consideration is that the Omega can be had about $3500 less than the Datejust, and I already bought the "more expensive one" starting with the Sub. This forum is a dangerous place haha.

Thanks!

Hi Mac,
I have been painstakingly going through the process of deciding my next watch. The four choices have been Rolex, JLC, Omega or IWC.

After reading many a forum on watches two sentences have always stuck in my mind. “Purchase an Omega (or another brand) and you will continue to look at Rolex”. “Purchase a Rolex and you won’t look at another watch brand again”.

Get the DJ41!


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