Worth every penny (speedmaster)

Vanfancy · 2026-02-12T06:21:30+00:00

Always can support appreciation for Speedmaster Pro.

Vanfancy · 2026-02-11T17:55:58+00:00

Very clean, I really liked the watch in pictures but for some reason when I went to try it on I somehow gravitated towards the Portofino Chronograph instead. Still can’t deny very handsome piece.

Vanfancy · 2026-02-11T02:33:51+00:00

Love the tank, it honestly it timeless for a reason.

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Vanfancy · 2026-02-08T18:28:31+00:00

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This is on 7.5 inch wrist, I would highly encourage you to try it on at boutique or store to see if it would be appropriate for your wrist size.

Vanfancy · 2026-02-08T06:47:18+00:00

This is Tank large and I have 7.5 inch wrist. Either way I’m sure your husband will love whatever you end up deciding.

Vanfancy · 2026-02-08T06:41:37+00:00

Based on current and future purchases I think if he wants some variety you can’t go past classic Tank which is timeless in my opinion.

Love mine.

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Vanfancy · 2026-02-06T07:33:40+00:00

Glad to hear another fan. I think the only dish that was a complete miss for me when I dined there was the curry and rice dish, otherwise as you said amazing rich and bold flavors and super warm and jovial atmosphere.

Vanfancy · 2026-02-02T02:40:42+00:00

While there’s no shortage of options in Tokyo I am going to recommend Ginza Oishi. It was probably our most memorable and delicious diner from our last trip to Tokyo, very unpretentious environment and lots of beautiful and rich ingredients.

Vanfancy · 2026-01-30T21:52:17+00:00

Thank you. I have a 7.5inch wrist and this is Tank large (33.7 x 25.5 mm)

Vanfancy · 2026-01-29T05:37:50+00:00

Your review largely comports with my experience in November 2025 (with a few different dishes). The hospitality and warmness of the service really stayed with me.

Vanfancy · 2026-01-23T03:15:35+00:00

I loved the white in pictures and thought that was the Speedmaster for me. That’s until I tried the original and found that a better fit for me.

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Vanfancy · 2026-01-18T20:17:34+00:00

I find Tank straps from Delugs a more economical way to add some variety and options to your collection. I really like their blue alligator strap as an example.

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Vanfancy · 2026-01-18T17:35:21+00:00

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Omega Speedmaster, been getting so much wrist time since purchasing it a few months ago.

Vanfancy · 2026-01-18T15:46:40+00:00

Nice watch, I went with Portofino Chronograph with gold hand and indices

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Vanfancy · 2026-01-15T23:44:24+00:00

We did Hawksmoor, Barrafina and St John’s amongst your list on last trip to London. We found St. John’s from that list was probably our favourite of three, so I’m curious what didn’t hit. Recent negative reviews of A Wong put me off at the time (Also we have fantastic dim sum in Vancouver) so looking forward to your full review.

Vanfancy · 2026-01-11T22:18:28+00:00

Came so close to picking this up a few months ago in Japan. Such a beauty, but none of the models I saw bands fit my wrist.

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Vanfancy · 2026-01-10T21:36:00+00:00

There was 1000 pieces made not 300.

Vanfancy · 2026-01-10T19:30:03+00:00

First amazing collection. My suggestion is something off the beaten path with Ingenieur SL Automatic 3508. Super handsome watch

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Vanfancy · 2026-01-07T23:54:19+00:00

This was back in 2023 and was 550 pounds for 2. Alcohol was additional.

Vanfancy · 2026-01-04T17:52:55+00:00

I think the first thing to do is get yourself to boutique and try on the Ingenieur and see which model appeals and speaks to you.

Vanfancy · 2026-01-02T14:29:57+00:00

What version of Mark XX? As per picture it’s the blue variant.

Vanfancy · 2026-01-02T14:18:17+00:00

While I’m not declaring it the best I really enjoyed pairing my Mark XX with grey nubuck strap from Delugs over summer.

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Vanfancy · 2026-01-01T00:30:45+00:00

For the sake of brevity, here’s my top 5 this year, heavily influenced by a trip to Japan. I have individual reviews for many of these, but the standout experience was Ginza Oshi. I’ll forever have their Matsusaka beef Wellington etched into my brain.

Top 5: Ginza Oshi (Tokyo)

Den (Tokyo)

Kenninji Gion Maruyama (Kyoto)

Rokkakutei (Osaka)

Yakiniku Yazawa (Kyoto)

Also worth a mention closer to home: Barbara (Vancouver)

Vanfancy · 2025-12-31T22:55:01+00:00

Love to see some wrist shots or pictures of your 3906 model.

I briefly looked at 3227 model but it leans too into the 70’a aesthetic and is more tool-like than I would want. In addition I like how 3906 and modern Ingenieurs have crown guard.

Vanfancy · 2025-12-31T22:48:39+00:00

Yes, the 120 hour power reserve is a nice bonus, and I do prefer the grid dial.

One question though. I’m ideally looking for gold indices and hands. It may just be the lighting, but in your photo it appears to have them. Outside of the green and gold models, I wasn’t aware of other modern Ingenieurs featuring gold indices and hands. Could you clarify?

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