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mac_135 · 23 September 2021, 04:09 PM

I hope you are all having a great week!

I have been considering trading my Speedmaster (hesalite on leather) for the new Tudor chronograph white dial (would likely wear on the leather strap). My other watches are the Sub (no date) and a grey dial Datejust 41 (smooth bezel, jubilee). I know it's all about my preference, I always liked the Speedmaster but I just don't wear it that often and am looking to round out my 3 piece collection. Your thoughts are very much appreciated.

subprimero · 23 September 2021, 04:40 PM

The Speedmaster is an iconic piece, but if you don't wear it then its time to find a replacement. Before you buy the Tudor you might consider some other great alternatives such as: the Zenith El Primero, Breiling Navitimer, TAG Heuer Carrera 160 years and the Breguet Type XX or Type XXI.

Nav01L · 23 September 2021, 05:26 PM

Trading a piece you don’t wear is not a bad idea, but not for that thing. I wouldn’t. Really don’t like those Tudors personally. They feel a bit too rough somehow and are too fat for what they need to be. The case is too square and the lug width too wide, I don’t know, the proportions are off and the watch is gruesomely lacking refinement as a result.

fooey · 23 September 2021, 05:31 PM

Have u tried on the Tudor yet?

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Harry-57 · 23 September 2021, 05:37 PM

If you don't like or wear a watch it needs to go to a home who will appreciate and you need a watch you do like and will wear.

There are loads of alternatives to the Tudor. My favourites are the El Primero and the Carrera. Neither of them are made by Rolex and neither of them have a fat snowflake on the hour hand which obscures the sub dials.

bp1000 · 23 September 2021, 05:39 PM

I would try them both on first.

The Tudor is quite top heavy, my only criticism as I love it on bracelet. Perhaps they did it because people getting into watches make parallels with weight and prestige, who knows. However, it might wear a bit off balance on a leather strap if that’s what you want to do.

The speedmaster is a strap king and can wear so well on so many different straps. It’s iconic and just a classic no frills chrono.

But, ultimately, if you don’t wear it then what good is it owning it.

Daveh777 · 23 September 2021, 07:24 PM

Agreed with prior comments. For some reason many Tudor watches are excessively thick and less elegant as a result in my view. I can’t really work out why this is.

travisb · 23 September 2021, 07:53 PM

Go for it. The Speedmaster isn't getting it's fair share of wrist time.

beshannon · 23 September 2021, 08:31 PM

If you are not wearing something then move on.

My questions are, why will you wear the Tudor? Because it is new?

Have you tried changing up the Speedmaster? Put it on a strap for a new feeling.

Personally there is no way a Tudor could be a replacement for an Omega Speedmaster in my collection.

brandrea · 23 September 2021, 08:41 PM

What is it about the Speedy that you aren’t wearing it?

1William · 23 September 2021, 08:49 PM

I would not trade. If you can swing it, add the Tudor and let both of the watches be in the collection for a minute and decide. The Speedmaster is great and is a strap monster. Before you decide why not just put the Speedmaster on and wear it for a week or so, I bet you will change your mind. If not, move it along.

Goin2drt · 23 September 2021, 08:58 PM

If you don't wear it then you do you.

I would never trade a Speedy for a Tudor plain and simple.

Oyster Sauce · 23 September 2021, 10:54 PM

I wouldn’t do it, but if you’re not wearing the Speedy, the Tudor is certainly worth a try.

m j b · 23 September 2021, 10:57 PM

I love my Tudor BB58 in blue. It's not perfect.

I sold my Speedmaster (sapphire) last month. I hated to see it go, but it too didn't get much wrist time and it was a smidgen large for my svelte wrists and and so it went, and honestly I have little regret.

I can't speak to the Tudor other than to say that white hands on a white face can make it difficult to tell what time it is, and so for that reason, for me, I'd take a pass.

samson66 · 23 September 2021, 11:02 PM

How about a white Speedmaster?

Watch Rob · 23 September 2021, 11:25 PM

Sell the speedy if you don’t like it, but Omega>Tudor, so I’d get something else instead. But whatever works. You do you.

Eagles4133 · 24 September 2021, 01:23 AM

The Speedy is nice because it is a manual wind watch, which makes it great for a 3 watch collection! My Speedy doesn't get as much time as it used to but it makes me smile when I put it on. I always think to myself that I should wear this more! The Tudor chronos are a bit top heavy wearing on a strap. You can change up the look of the Speedmaster easily with new straps.

prnceofpersia23 · 24 September 2021, 02:09 AM

Why would you wear the Tudor and not the Speedmaster?

hutch300 · 24 September 2021, 02:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by beshannon

If you are not wearing something then move on.

My questions are, why will you wear the Tudor? Because it is new?

Have you tried changing up the Speedmaster? Put it on a strap for a new feeling.

Personally there is no way a Tudor could be a replacement for an Omega Speedmaster in my collection.

GREAT advice. I would say you might be in a place you want to move on but I would not go into the Tudor. They lack an elegance to me. I'd say hold out for something a little more $$$ like a GMT.

tahitianmoon · 24 September 2021, 02:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by subprimero

The Speedmaster is an iconic piece, but if you don't wear it then its time to find a replacement. Before you buy the Tudor you might consider some other great alternatives such as: the Zenith El Primero, Breiling Navitimer, TAG Heuer Carrera 160 years and the Breguet Type XX or Type XXI.

Agreed on the Zenith. I'm not a chrono guy but the El Primero is a must have

indianmachine · 24 September 2021, 04:26 AM

agreed on the el primero!

Calborn · 24 September 2021, 04:30 AM

Like others have said, try it on first before you get your hopes up.

That Tudor is a chunky piece... IMO not the most aesthetic from the side profile

Dr.Smellody · 24 September 2021, 04:35 AM

In a flash!

dhknola · 24 September 2021, 04:36 AM

I would sell the speedmaster for a vintage speedmaster like 145.022 version; more character than the new watches.
If vintage is not for you, do the trade; the Tudor will hold value better.

OrangeSport · 24 September 2021, 05:03 AM

The Sub No Date and the Speedy are a great pair. They are the two watches I have which I'll never move on..

I wouldn't do that swap myself.

rolexest · 24 September 2021, 05:06 AM

I would not do that trade.

Nav01L · 24 September 2021, 05:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dhknola

I would sell the speedmaster for a vintage speedmaster like 145.022 version; more character than the new watches.
If vintage is not for you, do the trade; the Tudor will hold value better.

Short term, no Tudor has held its value consistently so far that I know of.

Lesnerelli23 · 24 September 2021, 05:30 AM

Like others have said, definitely try on the Tudor first. Its proportions are vastly different than the Omega. Quality-wise, I would say they are in a similar balllpark. If you’re worried about investment value, that’s not my thing but Tudors do seem to shoot up at launch then even back out to reasonable prices unlike Rolex.

The look of the Tudor, I think, is beautiful head on, but, those cases are kind of “clunky”. The details are top notch though AND 200 meter WR is a nice added feature!!! I really like the black dial version!

MrMercedes · 24 September 2021, 06:05 AM

In 1000 years I would never trade an iconic speedmaster for a tudor. Please keep the speedy...her time will come

wcs2229 · 24 September 2021, 08:45 AM

No contest ... Speedmaster by a country mile.

Check out the just-released manual-wind Chronoscope speedies:

https://www.omegawatches.com/watches...oscope/product

The bronze gold Chronoscope is on my "gotta have" list.

23 September 2021, 04:09 PM	#1
mac_135 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Toronto Posts: 308	Another "would you" thread... I hope you are all having a great week! I have been considering trading my Speedmaster (hesalite on leather) for the new Tudor chronograph white dial (would likely wear on the leather strap). My other watches are the Sub (no date) and a grey dial Datejust 41 (smooth bezel, jubilee). I know it's all about my preference, I always liked the Speedmaster but I just don't wear it that often and am looking to round out my 3 piece collection. Your thoughts are very much appreciated.

23 September 2021, 05:26 PM	#3
Nav01L "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Fred Location: Zurich Posts: 2,697	Trading a piece you don’t wear is not a bad idea, but not for that thing. I wouldn’t. Really don’t like those Tudors personally. They feel a bit too rough somehow and are too fat for what they need to be. The case is too square and the lug width too wide, I don’t know, the proportions are off and the watch is gruesomely lacking refinement as a result. __________________ Greetings from Switzerland Remember, the dignity you surrender at your AD‘s doorstep will never be recovered by wearing the watch he may get you.

23 September 2021, 08:31 PM	#9
beshannon "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Brian Location: Northern Virginia Watch: One of Not Many Posts: 17,892	If you are not wearing something then move on. My questions are, why will you wear the Tudor? Because it is new? Have you tried changing up the Speedmaster? Put it on a strap for a new feeling. Personally there is no way a Tudor could be a replacement for an Omega Speedmaster in my collection. __________________ IWC Portugieser 7 Day, Omega Seamaster SMP300m, Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Complete Calendar, Glashutte PanoInverse, Glashutte SeaQ Panorama Date, Omega Aqua Terra 150, Omega CK 859, Omega Speedmaster 3861 Moonwatch, Breitling Superocean Steelfish, JLC Atmos Transparent Clock

23 September 2021, 10:57 PM	#14
m j b "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Real Name: Michael Location: RTP, NC, USA Watch: ♕& Ω Posts: 5,221	I love my Tudor BB58 in blue. It's not perfect. I sold my Speedmaster (sapphire) last month. I hated to see it go, but it too didn't get much wrist time and it was a smidgen large for my svelte wrists and and so it went, and honestly I have little regret. I can't speak to the Tudor other than to say that white hands on a white face can make it difficult to tell what time it is, and so for that reason, for me, I'd take a pass. __________________ Enjoy life - it has an expiration date. Disclaimer: Please note that the avatar is not an accurate representation of how I look. The camera adds 10 pounds...

24 September 2021, 05:03 AM	#25
OrangeSport "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Jason Location: Essex, UK Watch: 14060M Posts: 2,943	The Sub No Date and the Speedy are a great pair. They are the two watches I have which I'll never move on.. I wouldn't do that swap myself. __________________

23 September 2021, 04:40 PM	#2
subprimero "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: John Location: Texas Watch: 14060 Posts: 3,434	The Speedmaster is an iconic piece, but if you don't wear it then its time to find a replacement. Before you buy the Tudor you might consider some other great alternatives such as: the Zenith El Primero, Breiling Navitimer, TAG Heuer Carrera 160 years and the Breguet Type XX or Type XXI.

23 September 2021, 05:31 PM	#4
fooey "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2019 Real Name: marco Location: UK Watch: Quite a few now! Posts: 1,321	Have u tried on the Tudor yet? Sent from my SM-G991B using Tapatalk

23 September 2021, 05:37 PM	#5
Harry-57 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2018 Real Name: Harry Location: England Posts: 10,681	If you don't like or wear a watch it needs to go to a home who will appreciate and you need a watch you do like and will wear. There are loads of alternatives to the Tudor. My favourites are the El Primero and the Carrera. Neither of them are made by Rolex and neither of them have a fat snowflake on the hour hand which obscures the sub dials.

23 September 2021, 05:39 PM	#6
bp1000 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Midlands, UK Posts: 4,976	I would try them both on first. The Tudor is quite top heavy, my only criticism as I love it on bracelet. Perhaps they did it because people getting into watches make parallels with weight and prestige, who knows. However, it might wear a bit off balance on a leather strap if that’s what you want to do. The speedmaster is a strap king and can wear so well on so many different straps. It’s iconic and just a classic no frills chrono. But, ultimately, if you don’t wear it then what good is it owning it.

23 September 2021, 07:24 PM	#7
Daveh777 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2019 Location: Australia Posts: 221	Agreed with prior comments. For some reason many Tudor watches are excessively thick and less elegant as a result in my view. I can’t really work out why this is.

23 September 2021, 07:53 PM	#8
travisb 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,493	Go for it. The Speedmaster isn't getting it's fair share of wrist time.

23 September 2021, 08:41 PM	#10
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 78,126	What is it about the Speedy that you aren’t wearing it?

23 September 2021, 08:49 PM	#11
1William 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: Rolex/Others Posts: 47,787	I would not trade. If you can swing it, add the Tudor and let both of the watches be in the collection for a minute and decide. The Speedmaster is great and is a strap monster. Before you decide why not just put the Speedmaster on and wear it for a week or so, I bet you will change your mind. If not, move it along.

23 September 2021, 08:58 PM	#12
Goin2drt Banned Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Kentucky Posts: 2,307	If you don't wear it then you do you. I would never trade a Speedy for a Tudor plain and simple.

23 September 2021, 10:54 PM	#13
Oyster Sauce "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2020 Location: USA Posts: 1,866	I wouldn’t do it, but if you’re not wearing the Speedy, the Tudor is certainly worth a try.

23 September 2021, 11:02 PM	#15
samson66 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Mike Location: Downy Ocean Hon Watch: my money leaving! Posts: 13,793	How about a white Speedmaster?

23 September 2021, 11:25 PM	#16
Watch Rob "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: Chicago Watch: 114200 Posts: 1,265	Sell the speedy if you don’t like it, but Omega>Tudor, so I’d get something else instead. But whatever works. You do you.

24 September 2021, 01:23 AM	#17
Eagles4133 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2020 Real Name: Chris Location: Philadelphia, Pa Watch: 214270 / 114060 Posts: 197	The Speedy is nice because it is a manual wind watch, which makes it great for a 3 watch collection! My Speedy doesn't get as much time as it used to but it makes me smile when I put it on. I always think to myself that I should wear this more! The Tudor chronos are a bit top heavy wearing on a strap. You can change up the look of the Speedmaster easily with new straps.

24 September 2021, 02:09 AM	#18
prnceofpersia23 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2019 Location: AZ, USA Watch: 116500LN Posts: 2,021	Why would you wear the Tudor and not the Speedmaster?

24 September 2021, 04:26 AM	#21
indianmachine "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2020 Location: USA Posts: 796	agreed on the el primero!

24 September 2021, 04:30 AM	#22
Calborn "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: Silicon Valley Watch: GMT, Daytonas Posts: 174	Like others have said, try it on first before you get your hopes up. That Tudor is a chunky piece... IMO not the most aesthetic from the side profile

24 September 2021, 04:35 AM	#23
Dr.Smellody "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Salem, OR Posts: 5,417	In a flash!

24 September 2021, 04:36 AM	#24
dhknola "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: New Orleans Posts: 1,175	I would sell the speedmaster for a vintage speedmaster like 145.022 version; more character than the new watches. If vintage is not for you, do the trade; the Tudor will hold value better.

24 September 2021, 05:06 AM	#26
rolexest Banned Join Date: Aug 2019 Location: Canada Watch: ya gunna do Posts: 508	I would not do that trade.

24 September 2021, 05:30 AM	#28
Lesnerelli23 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2019 Location: Michigan Posts: 871	Like others have said, definitely try on the Tudor first. Its proportions are vastly different than the Omega. Quality-wise, I would say they are in a similar balllpark. If you’re worried about investment value, that’s not my thing but Tudors do seem to shoot up at launch then even back out to reasonable prices unlike Rolex. The look of the Tudor, I think, is beautiful head on, but, those cases are kind of “clunky”. The details are top notch though AND 200 meter WR is a nice added feature!!! I really like the black dial version!

24 September 2021, 06:05 AM	#29
MrMercedes "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2019 Real Name: David Location: here and there Watch: too many! Posts: 3,588	In 1000 years I would never trade an iconic speedmaster for a tudor. Please keep the speedy...her time will come

24 September 2021, 08:45 AM	#30
wcs2229 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2021 Location: Canada Watch: Rolex, Omega, Tag Posts: 202	No contest ... Speedmaster by a country mile. Check out the just-released manual-wind Chronoscope speedies: https://www.omegawatches.com/watches...oscope/product The bronze gold Chronoscope is on my "gotta have" list.

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