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I'd just get one from an aftermarket supplier, Forstner being one with good quality.
Bracelet swap?
I’m a big fan of the new FOIS with the grey blue dial. In particular, for a guy who isn’t normally partial to bracelets, I really like the FOIS bracelet too. Does anyone know if it’s possible to purchase this bracelet for use on the white-dial Speedmaster...
Oh man, okay, thank you for that. 🙏🏽 I also appreciate the wrist shots. Honestly, the white dial looks great on your wrist, so I need to try it on for myself.
What did you think about the FOIS in person?
I got it from an AD that the waitlist for these models is very reasonable
2 months wait time or so
Me too. But I looked at Forstner as IWC recommended and they have a bracelet that looks the same.
But I’m also considering the white dial on a strap (rubber vs. leather) as an alternative.
I’m curious about this as well…
I hear that with the proper endlinks offered by Forstner, there may be a possibility to use the 2024 flat link 19mm bracelet with a 1861 Speedmaster Pro with 20mm lugs and 1.8mm spring bars. Would anyone be able to confirm that?
Hard choice
I’m amazed to see how Omega is able to issue such appealing watches. There are a few references of current Speedmaster models that I’d love to wear (these two for instance and they are not event my favourites). And still the world looks after the Daytona ...
So true. I really didn’t expect I’d be in “danger” of building a little Omega collection besides what I already have.
But they have been impressive, still. I’m intrigued by the mix of forces that result in certain brands/models becoming the darlings of the industry while others are seemingly taken for granted. C’est la vie.
Sort of
The Omega Speedmaster 50th Apollo11 bracelet can be bought from Omega and is compatible with the 3861 cases. However despite having to use smaller pins of 1.6mm, it doesn't align perfectly. Some are using Forstner endlinks to get proper alignment. I'd say...