Omega Speedmaster Reduced II 3539.50.00 Watch Review

Omega Speedmaster Reduced II 3539.50.00 Watch Review

Omega Speedmaster Reduced II 3539.50.00 Watch Review

The Speedmaster needs no introduction

Initially created like a racing chronograph, it nonetheless grew to become forever connected using the space race following the reference 105.012 was worn by Buzz Aldrin around the Moon in 1969. However, as common as the Moonwatch may be, you will find numerous variants and limited editions which are as worth attention because the acclaimed “Man around the Moon”. Smaller sized in dimensions and operated by a computerized movement, the lower is among such variants. First introduced in 1988 using the reference 3510.00, today we are considering the upgraded reference 3539.50 (Reduced II) which sports a cleaner dial, elevated water proofing along with a vastly improved clasp.

Omega Speedmaster Reduced II 3539.50.00 Watch Review

Initially when i first received the lower, the very first factor which i observed may be the size difference when compared to current Moonwatch. It felt much smaller sized compared to reported 39 mm situation size. Based on today’s standards, it might be easily ignored like a ladies’ watch. Nothing more wrong. After solely putting on it for any week, I increased keen on the dimensions which, I will need to admit, goes perfect with my 6-inch wrists. The only real deviation from the bigger brother may be the keeping the pushers and crown. Because the Omega 3220 is a mix of two movements, the crown sits just a little less than the pushers. The exquisite finish from the situation matches those of the Moonwatch, with alternating brushed and polished edges in the lugs.

Another essential distinction between the lower 

And also the Moonwatch are available in the dial. Initially glance, they appear almost identical, but upon further inspection, it's possible to observe that the area between your sub-dials is very different. Much more apparent may be the 3 o’clock keeping the little seconds sub-dial around the Reduced in comparison to the original placement at 9 o’clock around the Moonwatch. The Omega 3220 movement is very precise and may keep an eye on time for approximately 12 hrs. As with every choronographs, though, its best to not operate the pushers underwater. The timepiece could be by hand winded while using signed crown, in situation you want to keep to the classical feel from the “Man around the Moon”.

Potential Reduced buyers should think about whether or not they should you prefer a hesalite or azure very. The initial Reduced 3510.50 used a hesalite very, which is a lot more vulnerable to scratches than azure, but provides the dial a hot appearance that azure cannot match. Plus, the distortions achieved through the hesalite version are perhaps more beautiful compared to ones around the azure upgraded version. The best-selling azure very incorporate a 100m water proofing rating, along with a nearly perfect potential to deal with scratches.

The bracelet is really as comfortable because the one around the Bond Seamaster, broadly considered probably the most comfortable bracelets in the industry. Much the same in looks towards the President-style Rolex bracelet, it is extremely simple to fit because of its small links. It features a very vintage vibe that suits perfectly using the situation. For entertainment, though, I made the decision to exchange the bracelet having a Hirsch brown leather strap, which makes it much like the very first Omega wide, another famous watch in the Speedmaster line. Because of the monochrome appearance of the dial, this watch is really a strap monster and could be fashionably combined with leather, nato, and perlon straps.

As being a chronograph, the 3539.50 isn't needed 

To show a remarkable quantity of luminescence, unlike a diver watch. However, the quantity of SuperLuminova used here's quite sufficient, and creates a really elegant look at nighttime. Do observe that the utmost brightness fades fairly rapidly, though.

The push-button clasp is really a classic illustration of the 90’s and 00’s Omega style, using the text “Omega Speedmaster” engraved onto it. Nowadays, possibly for cost reasons, most Omega watches displays only “Omega” around the clasp.

Overall, a great alternative up to the more costly Moonwatch, specifically for individuals people firmly established within the small wrist size club. As being a stopped model, a possible buyer would need to try looking in the used market.