What to choose?

[tavv160]

Hi guys,

I'm looking at adding a Speedmaster Professional to my collection, but I have three options. These are:

1. LNIB - modern 2007 model from a grey dealer.
2. 1978 model from a grey dealer that offers one year warranty. No box or papers.
3. 1978 model, without box and papers. Needs a service, doing this with Omega would give me a two year warranty, and an as good as new watch.

All these options are similarly priced, so that should not be taken into consideration.

What do you think would be the best option, and why?

[jw0n]

Given the three options, my most obvious pick would be #1, unless of course, 1978 held a significant meaning to you (birthday, etc). Between #2 and #3, of course I'd choose #3. Do remember to factor in price of service, though.

Good luck!

[tavv160]

Originally Posted by jw0n

Given the three options, my most obvious pick would be #1, unless of course, 1978 held a significant meaning to you (birthday, etc). Between #2 and #3, of course I'd choose #3. Do remember to factor in price of service, though.

Good luck!

Thanks for your opinion! Yeah, I also am inclined to go for number one. The only thing is that it is LNIB from 2007 and has never had a service. I do not really feel like having to service it very soon after buying it. If this happens I could have just as well gone to the AD and gotten it new.

Option nr. 3 in equally expensive as the other options after incorporating the price of the service. It makes me feel this is also quite a good option, as Omega will service it and give me a two year warranty.

[jw0n]

If #1 has been sitting idle in a box since 2007, I'm sure it just needs a quick go through and shouldn't cost very much (no wear and tear, likely no parts needs replacement, maybe just lube, etc). #3 will cost more, sure, but if you get #1 checked out at an Omega SC, you'd have equal peace of mind.

[Cesium133]

Like the others, I would go with #1. Good luck!