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Omega Speedmaster: Customizing with Racing Green Rubber Straps

mahesh · 2020-09-15T00:41:38Z

Explore how mahesh customizes his Omega Speedmaster with a racing green rubber strap and see what other collectors wore for Speedy Tuesday.

By mahesh · Sep 15, 2020 · 31 replies

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Mahesh's exploration of rubber straps for his Omega Speedmaster offers a vibrant take on personalizing a classic. His choice of a racing green strap highlights how a simple accessory can refresh a beloved timepiece. This piece invites readers to consider the impact of strap choices on their own watches, demonstrating how collectors infuse personal style into their horological passion.

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Tried out for the first time rubber straps...it is well made & colorful too ;-)

finally i went with Racing green for today !

Whats on your wrist ?

Best,

mahesh.,

Key Points from the Discussion

The Omega Speedmaster Apollo 8's intricate dial details continue to captivate collectors, offering a deep visual experience that transcends mere time-telling.
Another collector also sported the Omega Speedmaster Apollo 8 for Speedy Tuesday, emphasizing its popularity within the community for this weekly tradition.
One contributor shared an image of a different watch, noting it was not his Speedy Tuesday choice but hinting at future participation in the theme.
Mahesh observed a unique dial characteristic on one shared watch, where 'Chronometre' was placed above the Omega brand name, a detail he found uncommon.
Several community members participated by sharing wristshots of their own watches, contributing to the 'Speedy Tuesday' theme with diverse timepieces.
Another contributor also shared a wristshot, adding to the visual variety of watches showcased for the 'Speedy Tuesday' tradition.

The Discussion

VinnieD

Sep 15, 2020

Are we 14th of July all over again?

This is one unexpected French special edition. Cool as a pastis on the coast

mahesh

Sep 15, 2020

true my watch number is exactly 14 july too ;-) a cool speedy in deed...

but i don't want to repeat thro' anything this year...just want to rush to 2021

Marc Obermann

Sep 15, 2020

Speedmaster Apollo 8 Dark Side of the Moon for me

Hi all Still My Apollo 8 for yet another Speedy Tuesday and I still find my self just looking at all the details on the dial and getting lost in time. Marc

mahesh

Sep 15, 2020

that is a great example Marc...even much more sportier than others - black has its charm ! [nt]

redcorals

Sep 15, 2020

I dig that piece 👌 [nt]

Watchonthewrist

Sep 15, 2020

These rubber straps are great looking my friend

Love both colors.

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