Podcast – Rob and RJ Talk About The New Speedmaster Moonwatch Master Chronometer

And we answer some of the questions asked about it

January 06, 2021

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Yesterday was the big day for Speedmaster fans all around the world! The introduction of the new Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch Master Chronometer.

Four new models basically, two steel variations and two in gold. You can read all about the new Moonwatch here. Rob and I decided to host a podcast on the new Moonwatch and answer some of the hottest questions we’ve read in the comments and on social media.

Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch Master Chronometer

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Speedmaster Moonwatch Master Chronometer

Rob and RJ discuss their favorite edition of the new Speedmaster Moonwatch and go through a bunch of things that have been asked and commented on here on Fratello, our Instagram channels and on the #SpeedyTuesday Facebook Group. We talk about the new design updates, the new Omega caliber 3861 Master Chronometer movement, the bracelet, the engraving on the case back, the gold models, and of course, the pricing.

Enjoy our podcast!

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Joqui says:

Jan 06, 2021 at 14:35

Nice! And love the end tune!

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1. Robert-Jan says:
  
  Jan 06, 2021 at 14:53
  
  Thanks!
  
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Hans Weigandt says:

Jan 06, 2021 at 17:07

Thank you very much for your interesting conversation. Question concerning the bracelet: Is it possible to use the bracelet for the now discontinued Moonwatch? I hope so, because I wear my 2012 bought Moonwatch only on a leather strap. The corresponding bracelet is a bit too bulky for my wrist. The now introduced one looks finer and more elegant.

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1. Robert-Jan says:
  
  Jan 06, 2021 at 17:09
  
  Thanks Hans,
  
  We are not entirely sure yet. It might be the case that you will need a thinner springbar than the one in your current Moonwatch.
  
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  1. Hans Weigandt says:
    
    Jan 06, 2021 at 17:26
    
    Thank you very much, Robert-Jan, for your quick answer. It would be very nice, if you could let Fratello-Readers know, when you checked this point out for us.
    
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Ayreonaut says:

Jan 06, 2021 at 17:29

Can we just call it the Master Moonwatch?

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1. Rob says:
  
  Jan 07, 2021 at 10:25
  
  Nice one! That might end up sticking…
  
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Mislem Sabag says:

Jan 06, 2021 at 17:52

great Podcast!!! great watch, I have the old sapphire sandwich and Im planning to add the new one into the collection , that will allow me to change the old sapphire for a vintage 321 🙂

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1. Robert-Jan says:
  
  Jan 07, 2021 at 09:00
  
  Good thinking!
  
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RS
Ron67 says:

Jan 07, 2021 at 00:57

I created an account here just so I could post this comment: am I the only one who is annoyed that RJ essentially cut Rob off any time he tried to say something?? Rob sounds like he had some great points to make but wasn’t given the opportunity to say more than three words without being cut off. RJ we’re all impressed with your knowledge of the Moonwatch, and Fratello is your website and you can do whatever you want with it, but if you invite a guest to join you, fer gawds sakes man, let him speak.
I’m now going to go back to enjoying my 1861 Speedmaster.
Happy 2021 to all.

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1. Robert-Jan says:
  
  Jan 07, 2021 at 08:50
  
  Hi Ron,
  
  Thanks for listening to our podcast and leaving a comment. Point taken. Rob is not a guest though, but our managing editor for over a year and responsible for a lot of articles and all the editing.
  
  Anyway, point taken, and will take it into account for a next podcast recording. I blame it on my enthusiasm for the Moonwatch and the new released models. I hope you enjoyed it nevertheless.
  
  Happy 2021 to you as well,
  
  RJ
  
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  1. Rob says:
    
    Jan 07, 2021 at 10:01
    
    Trust me, Ron. He’s doing you a favor. I am INCREDIBLY boring when I get going…
    
    If anyone’s interested in me producing a spin-off show to help you sleep, please let me know.
    
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    1. RS
      Ron67 says:
      
      Jan 09, 2021 at 23:42
      
      Rob, don’t sell yourself short! You clearly had some great points to make which I would love to hear..
      
      And since I have trouble sleeping, sure please do produce a spin-off show! I’ll be one of the first to follow it.
      
      All the best for 2021,
      Ron
      
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  2. RS
    Ron67 says:
    
    Jan 09, 2021 at 23:40
    
    Hi RJ,
    
    Thanks for responding, and for publishing my comment, and for considering my comment. Your enthusiasm is well justified for this new watch 😉 And thanks for noting that Rob is your managing editor. I do find myself spending more time here since my previous daily watch read has taken on far too great a commercial role lately (I think you know who I mean..)
    
    Best,
    Ron
    
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MrCasiOak says:

Jan 07, 2021 at 09:13

The cost for Canopus gold may be tool related. Not the cost for bits, but having to run them at slower speed (to reduce possible chatter in the finish) could double or triple the amount of time they are in the CAD mill getting their original shape.

This is pure speculation. Wanted to add the machine time for a ‘tougher material’, in addition to the bits eaten up in the process.

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1. Robert-Jan says:
  
  Jan 07, 2021 at 09:29
  
  Thanks for your comment Steven. That could be another (or additional) explanation indeed.
  
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Gene. says:

Jan 07, 2021 at 13:47

Rob Nuts! I like it 😀

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Antero Ceschin says:

Jan 08, 2021 at 13:07

Teardrop chrono seconds hand! Nice touch.

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Richard says:

Jan 08, 2021 at 16:01

Hello RJ,

Thank you for the interesting podcast with yourself and Rob. It was a very nice conversation to listen to. Regarding the bracelet, do you know what wrist size the new Speedmaster can accommodate if all the detachable links are removed?

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1. Robert-Jan says:
  
  Jan 08, 2021 at 17:03
  
  Thanks Richard!
  
  Good question! I need to check! Let me get back to that.
  
  RJ
  
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  1. Richard says:
    
    Jan 08, 2021 at 20:38
    
    You’re welcome RJ and thanks for looking into this for me.
    
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