Speed Master Pro 3570.50.00 or 3573.50.00

[dddrees]

I'm seriously considering getting a Speedmaster Pro. I would like opinions as to which version you would get and why?

Speed Master Pro 3570.50.00 or 3573.50.00

[esm]

easy-peasy Dan - it has to be the 3570 (for me anyway ). thats if you want a brand new one that is still NASA approved for manned space mission.

the 3573 is still "considered" a Pro, but imho, it is not the true NASA approved piece (the clear display back is rather nice to have though...)

[dddrees]

Originally Posted by esm

easy-peasy Dan - it has to be the 3570 (for me anyway ). thats if you want a brand new one that is still NASA approved for manned space mission.

the 3573 is still "considered" a Pro, but imho, it is not the true NASA approved piece (the clear display back is rather nice to have though...)

I like the Saphire Crystal and the display back on the 3573, I'm just hesitating a bit because the 3570 is more in line with the original moon watch.

[esm]

Originally Posted by dddrees

I'm just hesitating a bit because the 3570 is more in line with the original moon watch.

that along should be enough to get the 3570

trust me, it is all good after the first scratch on the hesalite crystal

(a tube of polywatch will go a long way too )

[nauticajoe]

I'm liking the 3573. Though its not true to its heritage, I prefer the sapphire crystal & caseback.

Good luck Dan!

[Watch Professor]

I had the same question and I decided on the 3570 for all of the above reasons as well I love how the original looks with the domed crystal.

[Kapture1]

I'm a speedmaster noob, I understand some or most are manual wind? Are there automatics?

[Sirowhite]

Originally Posted by Kapture1

I'm a speedmaster noob, I understand some or most are manual wind? Are there automatics?

3570, b'coz it is original approved moon watch by NASA....
following is my recent bought.....3570, apollo 11 , 35th anniversary .

[Frogman4me]

The best of both worlds would be the 3572.50 as you will get the classic beautiful look of the hesalite crystal and also have the sapphire exhibition caseback. This model is discontinued and bit hard to find these days but worth the hunt. I would only consider selling mine if a very nice 321 came along.

[Fearsome Puppy]

I went with the 3570, as I preferred the look of the Hesalite vs Sapphire on this particular watch, I find that the dial looks slightly 'softer'...

[tkbalt]

3570 - its a classic.

[Ken Cox]

How much visual difference between the Hesalite and sapphire crystals.

If I had the two side by side, what would I notice?

Oh, and do I correctly understand that the Hesalite crystal tolerates decompression better than the Sapphire crystal?

[moishlashen]

Originally Posted by tkbalt

3570 - its a classic.

+1

[dddrees]

It looks like I have the approval from the boss. I think I shall order it on Monday. The Omega Boutique said if I wire the funds early enough I could have it on Tuesday.

I can't wait I've been eyeing this one for awhile. Thanks for your input.

[esm]

Originally Posted by dddrees

It looks like I have the approval from the boss. I think I shall order it on Monday. The Omega Boutique said if I wire the funds early enough I could have it on Tuesday.

I can't wait I've been eyeing this one for awhile. Thanks for your input.

so which one? plastic or sapphire, Dan?

[applebook]

I like the Lemania's looks, so I would either get the hesalite and then put a sapphire back on it or buy the sapphire sandwich.

[dddrees]

Originally Posted by esm

so which one? plastic or sapphire, Dan?

Eric, I am going with the saphire sandwich version. I prefer the saphire over the Hesalite crystal.

I am getting it on the stainles steel bracelet, however might want to get an Omega Leather Strap and buckle or deployment clasp where is the best place to get this. Should I try to get it through the Boutique?

[nauticajoe]

Originally Posted by dddrees

Eric, I am going with the saphire sandwich version. I prefer the saphire over the Hesalite crystal.

I am getting it on the stainles steel bracelet, however might want to get an Omega Leather Strap and buckle or deployment clasp where is the best place to get this. Should I try to get it through the Boutique?

Dan, you need to get in touch with Fr. John (jmsrolls). He has the connection with an Omega AD.

Good luck!

[Andad]

Great choice. That's the one I chose for my son and I have no regrets.

Now I am looking for a good 321.

A deployant buckle looks good but IMO a standard strap is more comfortable.

Will this ever stop.

[esm]

Originally Posted by dddrees

Eric, I am going with the saphire sandwich version. I prefer the saphire over the Hesalite crystal.

I am getting it on the stainles steel bracelet, however might want to get an Omega Leather Strap and buckle or deployment clasp where is the best place to get this. Should I try to get it through the Boutique?

great choice Dan. that'd be a much wiser choice for a daily wear.

cant really help with where to buy the straps. personally i like the idea of deployment clasp.

as suggested, Fr. John would be happy to help

[dddrees]

Originally Posted by esm

great choice Dan. that'd be a much wiser choice for a daily wear.

cant really help with where to buy the straps. personally i like the idea of deployment clasp.

as suggested, Fr. John would be happy to help

Thanks Eric.

[dddrees]

Originally Posted by nauticajoe

Dan, you need to get in touch with Fr. John (jmsrolls). He has the connection with an Omega AD.

Good luck!

Thanks Joe.

Originally Posted by directioneng

Great choice. That's the one I chose for my son and I have no regrets.

Now I am looking for a good 321.

A deployant buckle looks good but IMO a standard strap is more comfortable.

Will this ever stop.

Thanks Eddie and no I doubt that it will ever stop.

[B. Doggy]

I just got me a 3570 a few weeks back and it's serving the daily beater role quite well! Nice piece.

[dddrees]

Originally Posted by nauticajoe

Dan, you need to get in touch with Fr. John (jmsrolls). He has the connection with an Omega AD.

Good luck!

Thanks Joe, Fr. John got in touch with me and he was extremely helpful.

Thanks Fr. John, really appreciate your help with this matter.

[jmsrolls]

Originally Posted by dddrees

Thanks Fr. John, really appreciate your help with this matter.

It was my pleasure, Dan.

I love helping people spend their money.

Fr. John†

[dddrees]

Originally Posted by jmsrolls

It was my pleasure, Dan.

I love helping people spend their money.

Fr. John†

TRF Enablers

Huah

Thank you Sir!!!

[esm]

Originally Posted by dddrees

TRF Enablers

Huah

Thank you Sir!!!

Awesome stuff, Dan

Funny you mentioned the word "Enablers"....

Now that you have it sorted and it is on your way. What is your next piece?


(is it too early to ask this question? )

[dddrees]

Originally Posted by esm

Awesome stuff, Dan

Funny you mentioned the word "Enablers"....

Now that you have it sorted and it is on your way. What is your next piece?


(is it too early to ask this question? )

Never ever to early to ask.

I have my eye on a few, just haven't yet figured it out for sure.

So many watches yet so little time.

[nauticajoe]

Originally Posted by dddrees

Thanks Joe, Fr. John got in touch with me and he was extremely helpful.

My pleasure Dan! I'm glad you got in touch with Fr. John.

Can't wait to see some wrist shots.

[Sgrig]

Last Friday I just both my first Omega - Speedmaster Pro 3573. Still keep it in a box as it's supposed to be my birthday present. And it is in April :(

2 points i liked - saphire and transparent back. Not original moonwatch, but... i have one of russian watches from 1961 when space race truly began :)