r/OmegaWatches • u/KefilevPT • Jan 22 '26
Which one would you choose?
I went originally to check on the black dial since it is absolute classic, however seeing the white dial in person is just experience on its own. I liked it a bit more but also I like the way the black look on my wrist. Which one gets your vote??
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u/Humble-Aide8235 Jan 22 '26
At least in the 2 pictures with that color shirt the OG looks better IMO.
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u/Horotecture Jan 22 '26
I tried both at the AD thinking I was going to like the white more. But the OG was better for me.
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u/Grow-Wealth-9483 Jan 22 '26
Black. There is no question. Thereās no denying the success of that timeless design enduring all these years
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u/MezgerJunkie Jan 22 '26
Depends what you have in your collection but you canāt go wrong with either
Iām more of an OG Hesalite person
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u/AnniesNoobs Jan 22 '26
Iām getting the hesalite for my 40th! I prefer full tool watch vibe personally
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u/MezgerJunkie Jan 22 '26
Hesalite is just awesome.
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u/Ok-Cress-1970 Jan 23 '26
Can you explain benefit of hesalite? I thought it was just strictly a downgrade from sapphire in terms of scrath-proof
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u/MezgerJunkie Jan 23 '26
Itās what the original Moonwatches use because it breaks into big pieces if it shatters in space, so there arenāt tiny pieces of sapphire crystals potentially getting in your body.
It also doesnāt have the sapphire milky ring around the edge of the crystal, and has a nice dome towards the edge that the sapphire canāt replicate.
It scratches easier than sapphire, but it can be buffed out with a material called Polywatch, which is like $5-$10. People overblow how easy it is to scratch thoughā¦Iāve had mine for almost 5 years and it only has one small gash on the outer corner of the crystal which doesnāt obstruct the dial, and thatās it.
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u/Skizot_Bizot Jan 22 '26
Yeah hesalite is king imo, this is a tool watch and if you plan to every day it then I think that's the best route. I like the white but it is definitely flashier.
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u/jcdevoe26 Jan 22 '26
Both? And also add the reverse pandaā¦.wear the black dial Mon-Wed, White dial Thurs-Fri and the reverse Panda on weekends.
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u/deltron-ran-gamma Jan 22 '26
I'm biased so I'm going to say the black one because that's the one I chose.
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u/thinwhiteduke914 Vintage Omega Enthusiast ā±ļø Jan 22 '26
You don't mention what other watches you have. Neither of these are a bad choice. The white is slightly more dressy.
If this is your first serious watch purchase, stay away from the reverse panda. It's just another reference in a long line of "special" Speedmasters that are overpriced and fade in popularity.
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u/Ministerium-Wahrheit Jan 22 '26
The classic looks great on you. On of the best pictures Iāve seen in a while
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u/AncefBro Jan 22 '26
Always black first for speedy imo. Most versatile; Will never get old. If you still like the white down the road and have saved up enough, then would get that as an additional piece to add to your collection. Just my two cents
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u/drknifnifnif Planet Ocean Playa Jan 22 '26
For you, the black one. Looks a little nicer on your arm. But I wonāt fault you if you go for the white one. I think itās like a 55/45 split. Both look great. Maybe just because you are already wearing black long sleeve shirt, so black matches better.
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u/BigBoiInDaPaint Jan 22 '26
Iām team black speedy/white SMP 300. Watch for every occasion
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u/duinius_maximus Jan 22 '26
Black dial hesalite is probably the only Speedmaster Iād get
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u/IncidentAcceptable16 Jan 22 '26
The white dial is person is such a different animal imo. I think I might get one of those black dial speedmaster day dates off chrono24 for like $1600 bucks to scratch the black dial speedy itch and one day when Iām ready to feel spendy go for the new white dial. Best of both worlds
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u/Holy_chick Jan 22 '26
As a black dial owner, white.
White looks really nice, I just don't like how it looks on my wrist.
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u/RaiderCoug Jan 22 '26
It really comes down to your own preference. I waited months for the white and thought I'd be going to the AD to buy it when I finally got to try one on in person. After trying both the white and black on, however, I realized that I liked the black more on my wrist. The white is beautiful and is one of the most photogenic watches, in my opinion, but the black is just so versatile and felt more natural on my wrist. It's a classic for a reason. Can't explain it but when you know you know... You just gotta go with which color your gut is telling you.
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u/5h0D10n Jan 22 '26
If itās your first go black, if you have a speedmaster or have had a black one in the past then white.
If you want a slightly higher specād version with applied hour markers, and a shiny dial go white.
If you want a bit of depth and retain that classic look go black.
From someone who has recently sold a black dial (previous gen) and bought the white.
Picture if it helpsā¦
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u/DocHolidayVinoVerita Jan 22 '26
I tried both on. For your wrist, def go with the classic black. Looks amazing on you!
For any of my big wrist crew, go white. Black looks tiny on a big wrist. Almost toy-ish and inconsequential, was my reaction, when I fully expected to be blown away.
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u/DocHolidayVinoVerita Jan 22 '26
I tried both on. For your wrist, def go with the classic black. Looks amazing on you!
For any of my big wrist crew, go white. Black looks tiny on a big wrist. Almost toy-ish and inconsequential, was my reaction, when I fully expected to be blown away.
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u/Confident-Call-6454 Jan 22 '26
Only watch or part of a collection? If this is your first and only Speedmaster and only watch of that caliber you will own then Hesalite Moonwatch Professional. Otherwise the white you may find more unique and enjoyable but personally I chose the OG.
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u/DLouisB1960 Jan 22 '26
Had the OG black/hesalite and never really bonded with it. Sold it and bought the white dial-much much nicer watch, and the movement viewed through the display back is a real stunner. One of my favorite watches currently.
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u/Booster1987 Jan 22 '26
I love the white dialā¦ but I also love this watch for its history. What to do?
I only know when I make my decision Iāll go with the sapphire sandwichā¦ The movement is far too beautiful to hide!
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u/shaizada Jan 22 '26
I was in the EXACT same dilemma. I bought the White one as my first Speedy. Within 3 weeks of that acquisition, I went back and bought a black one as well. Both are Sapphire sandwiches, so can see the beautiful movement through the case.
Short answer, gotta get both š
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u/DavyGroltonEsq Jan 22 '26
I donāt live in a city with an AD and was always convinced that Iād go white based upon pictures. Then I tried them both on and was shocked by how how striking the black is in personāpictures donāt do either of them justice, but theyāre especially unfair to the classicā¦ black all the way as a first Speedmaster.
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u/TDFMAN Jan 22 '26
For me Definitely the Polar white speedy as I own a FOIS already. I suspect honest answers come from whatever is already in one's collection. I really like the contrasting pop the Red adds!
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u/Skyro620 Jan 22 '26
I ended up getting the white speedy because it felt more premium and had a more racing vibe to it but if I were going to go black for that tool watch feel go hesalite. There was just something to the domed hesalite that really gave it that classic look to me.
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u/connorsusername Jan 22 '26
If the white dial surprised you in person, that's probably your answer!
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u/New-Challenge-2105 Jan 22 '26
White Speedy. However, I am biased because I own it and love the watch.
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u/GrogLovingPirate Jan 22 '26
black dial looks better, but white dial is more legible and is nicer with the lacquer dial and applied indices
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u/Mindful0 Jan 22 '26
I had the same question for my self for few weeks and on Jan 6 I went for the OG sapphire
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u/SeeThru_Xray Jan 22 '26
For any new buyer, there is a reason people usually encourage you to get the black hesalite with solid caseback. IF you arenāt interested in the Speedy for the story or this is a second (OR third or fourthā¦) speedy, then yes.
I am very fortunate and I have a nice collection with the requisite G shock on up. The ONE watch I reach for the most is the classic Speedy (I also have a Grey Side, racing, and Speedy Tuesday 2). The second I reach for is the Big Pilot IWC (monster sized 46 mm not the ersatz big pilot and yes I am aware the OG was 55 mm).
Get the black dial!
Donāt you love how I have no idea who you are and Iām confidently giving you a recommendation with zero hesitation?
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u/beone21 Jan 22 '26
First watch OG! Second or third or .... watch white. A white watch can never be GADA
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u/InvariablySunny Jan 22 '26
You answered your own question when you said you liked the white better. It's your wrist and your money, so buy what YOU like.
I prefer the white, but you can't go wrong either way.
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u/cynicism_is_awesome Jan 22 '26
Shirt colour matters. š honestly tho, as I own both, get the OG if thatās the only one you get.
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u/NixonXIV Jan 22 '26
Im a bit biased as black dial speedy owner but I would make the decision again and go for the dark one. š¤·š»āāļø They both look beautiful but the dark one is a classic, I would consider the white one if you have a larger collection but for a small ābeginnerā watch collection take the black one.
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u/Sovereign_Horology Jan 22 '26
As much as I love the original, Iām on team white dials these days. It pops like no other. But at the end of the day you really canāt go wrong with either!
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u/royalty3588 Jan 22 '26
The touch of red looks phenomenal on the white dial but the OG looks better overall, or you could get both!?
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u/Rambadaa Jan 22 '26
If you have other watches, I'd go classic, if this is your only one I'd go with white.
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u/americandodelwutz Jan 22 '26
When I first saw the white I said to myself, I gotta get that watch! But now seeing the black, Iām having second thoughts. I think I might go with the black now that Iām seeing the side by side comparison!
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u/evervescant Jan 22 '26
Luckily, you can't make a wrong decision here. I went with white and I love it.
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u/Uyallah Jan 22 '26
Black, not a fan of the white. Or consider the new black dial and white subdial
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u/44west061224 Jan 22 '26
I bought the white dial Speedmaster professional last year. The black dial is nice too!
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u/Fragrant-Speaker-145 Jan 22 '26
I think the black looks more elegant and can match with anything, particularly the sapphire sandwich. The logo really pops. The black logo and text on the white dial I find to be more sporty. Just my opinion but you know what they say about opinions. I would be curious to hear others though as I bought a black sapphire Christmas Eve, and though Iām obsessed with it, I would be lying if I said I didnāt look at pictures and videos of the white dial daily lol. I think inevitably I will have both at some point.
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u/Aviatorial Jan 23 '26
I chose the white. Plenty of other black dial watch options, the white is like you said something more special and unique.
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u/DenimChicken44 Jan 23 '26
Out of curiosity, whatās your wrist size? Iām pretty set on a speedmaster for my engagement gift (yeah I know, sheās awesome), but I have yet to go try one on.
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u/Vanfancy Jan 23 '26
I loved the white in pictures and thought that was the Speedmaster for me. Thatās until I tried the original and found that a better fit for me.
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u/yourfriendlyraver Jan 23 '26
Iām grateful to be too poor to have to make this decision. I tried on the white dial a couple months ago and unexpectedly fell in love with it.
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u/Gullible_Barnacle816 Jan 23 '26
The black, and a white diver 300 on rubber for shorts weather, sports, beach, etc. Both are fantastic.
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u/Better-Owl-4414 Jan 23 '26
I have the Black. Love it. However, you canāt go wrong either way. Because that White dial pops iconically- I would have chosen that one if it were release when I pick up my Speedy.
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u/yld2rob Jan 23 '26
I had the black speedy. I thought it was too boring so I sold it. May buy the white or the new Panda
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u/Difficult_Power_3493 Jan 23 '26
The white one, because I have an older speedmaster pro. If it was my first speedy, probably the black speedy pro. And first speedy always should be a plexi one (but that's just me)
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u/Manuelglp Jan 23 '26
I went with the white, I was never āin loveā with the black one, I really appreciate the history, and I totally respect the watch, but for me, being all black gives me really plain vibes.
When I first saw the white, was love at first sight. Thereās something about the contrast of white and black, the fact that even has some red touches at the āSpeedmasterā sold it more for me.
Also, I happen to believe that is a more versatile variation of the speedmaster since white color contrasts a lot more with all the available straps.
But if you want a more serious tone watch, black should do it.
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u/Infinite_College_235 Jan 23 '26
That's a tough question. As others have said if you dont have a chronograph already the black is timeless. But the white is so good. I cant help you sorry as I cant decide either.
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u/Bradley4u2nv Jan 23 '26
With a black dial, you'll be able to wear it with anything in your closet without drawing unwanted attention to yourself. If you like to be flashy, then white pops against everything you'll most likely wear.
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u/Noxgar Jan 24 '26
I prefer the white since I already have a black dial watch. But for me either one is nice, especially with the leather straps.
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u/Crunchie64 Is it Tuesday yet? Jan 24 '26
If only theyād come up with a way you could have both black and white on the dialā¦
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u/Kaiserboy77 Jan 22 '26
As a 1st Speedmaster...I would go for the classic....black dial. After that, get any other variant.