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Iim7v7im7 initiates a compelling discussion on expanding a watch collection, specifically seeking a new sports watch to fill the last slot in his 12-piece box. He presents his current sporty lineup and explores potential additions, focusing on blue-dialed options and robust tool watches. The post invites the community to weigh in on aesthetic and functional considerations for his next acquisition.
The Omega Speedmaster Mark II, introduced in 1969, represented a significant design departure from the original Speedmaster Professional. It was conceived as a potential successor, featuring a distinctive tonneau-shaped case and an integrated tachymeter scale beneath the crystal. This model was part of Omega's effort to update the Speedmaster line while retaining its core chronograph functionality.
The Mark II houses the manually wound Omega Caliber 861, a cam-actuated chronograph movement operating at 21,600 vibrations per hour. Its robust case design offered enhanced water resistance of 120 meters, a notable improvement over its predecessor. The dial variations included a standard black, a grey with orange accents (known as the 'Racing' dial), and a rarer gold-plated version.
For collectors, the Speedmaster Mark II offers a distinct aesthetic from the more common Professional models, embodying late 1960s and early 1970s watch design. Its relatively short production run from 1969 to 1972 contributes to its appeal, particularly for those seeking a vintage Omega chronograph with a unique case profile and the reliable Caliber 861 movement.
and if you want a blue-dialed one, go for the new Yacht-Master. Is there a serious sporting watch collection without at least one Rolex? Best, Kari
The contrarian in me I suppose...:-)
I took one look at your post and was thinking that you need either a blue dial watch or a GMT to round it out. Wow, kinda scary. As far as blue dials, I have this one. UN also makes some divers that are blue, or their GMT is a great watch. I recently bought a UN GMT, and while it is the perpetual model, the GMT works basically the same. One of the easiest GMTs out there to use, and also one of the nicest, IMHO. You have a great collection though, so will have plenty of choices whatever you cho
So, post SIHH and pre-Baselworld 2013, after some consideration and online input (thanks to all), I have narrowed my choices for a "sports watch" to add to my case to these three-watches. Aside from speaking to me aesthetically in some way, they each bring something "different" to my watch box from my other five sports watches. Here are my continued thoughts as I have narrowed my selection down. Each brings something unique and they are in a similar "ball-park" financially. Breitling: This watch
I\'ve had at least 3 watches from each brand and am now down to one Aerospace and 4 Sinns. Technically I think the Sinns are pretty bulletproof. And that watch looks like a Sinn but also a bit livelier (orange detailing!); it has a interesting movement; Diapal innards; toughened titanium case; nice looking strap (although i only have liked the Sinn shark straps...); oval shape (why?). A winner. The Breitling you\'ve selected doesn\'t look like a Breitling to me, despite its technical merits. Bli
The only issue I have with the GS is lack of lume. I can't tell you the number of times in low light on a red eye I want to know what time it is? The Spring drive model is the only one with lume. I also read in the GS website that Seiko only guarantees part availability for 10 years. This surprised me. See the last page. I am hearing from you that you feel a design should be popular and unchanged and reflective of a brands DNA and you feel the Breitling and UN do not (e.g. Like a Navitimer). I
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