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Great observations on the different perspectives! Objective, clear, and concise. I will await online availability for this fun watch that has meaning to me. Thank you.

Really liking the production quality in the new videos, Max! Great work!

So I heard of the hype a few months after I started getting into budget watches and got excited, but there’s no swatch store in my area, so I just let it go, then found myself in a city with a swatch store and picked up my Mission to Jupiter. Glad I got one at MSRP with the warranty. It’s a really neat watch, I may replace the strap though, the Velcro way too rigid.

You are killing it. FYI: I have a pretty significant watch collection, but my family and I enjoy trying to stop by a swatch shop whenever we go on vacation since we don’t have one here in Portland, which, by a different color swatch. I want to live somewhat of a low profile life and I feel uncomfortable, wearing some of my watches in certain situations, but not this one. rather these watches, have personality and omega blast this relationship, they’re not shamelessly stealing the intellectual property of somebody else. Talk about switching out the straps, more, somewhat of a fashion twist on loving watches, watch, crunch, rocks. Keep up the great great work.

Thanks for the closeups on the Pluto model. Definitely buying that one first when they become widely available.

Been watching a lot of your videos. Love the different perspectives in this one. And these seem back in stock this year!

For me, the collab was the perfect way to get more younger audience. You create a cheap alternative to the real thing at an affordable price only for the younger audience in hopes that they can get the real thing, at least that's what happened to me. I love it, I dont get the hate that comes with it and for me its a new gateway for other into the watch community.

I can’t wait to get my hands on one of these! I have a a couple of swatches and I love them! They’re just an over all fun watches to wear. Currently wearing citizen promaster BN0159-15X . Grail watch goal, omega seamaster

Again, this is a like mini documentary, the filming and the editing always on point. Big fan of the Omega x Swatch line, it's a fun watch, fun colours. I think it will attract a lot of people to start wearing watches.

I stood in line, San Francisco, next to a guy wearing a Speedy. He said he wanted a couple of the MoonSwatches to wear most of the time. It will keep his steel Speedy safe in hazardous conditions while extending service intervals. In the meantime, he could wear a Speedy replica to the gym and out on the mountain bike.

Smart and balanced review, thank you. Timeless watch channel could learn a lot from you. Keep up the good work

I think for $100 more you could get the Bulova Lunar Pilot, which also went to the moon, fully steel, and has an amazing precisionist movement

Maybe we've come around a corner where a men's watch can just be a fun accoutrement? I've been a watch snob for decades, now I'm just a snob. My wife fluctuates between many different pieces of jewelry and watches at all different price points. I used to get on her for wearing "fake" costume jewelry, I now see their value. I have a 1950 Omega seamaster along side modern heavier pieces, they all have their value and place. I'd love a few of these new moon swatches in different colors. Aside from watch enthusiasts, most people don't care or notice what you're wearing. Wear and own what brings a smile or a laugh or a memory and don't buy too much into anyone's opinion. It is but a temporary brief life enjoy your time and the watches that mark it.

One of your best vids yet and love the perspectives!

I went to all three London stores last weekend, to see what the queues were like. Well, crazy. As soon as you see camping chairs out know there’s no point. Today I looked at the exhibition pieces to get a closer look. I must say, the colours are really well captured online. That’s what they look like. But “bioceramic” suggests a material a bit weightier than plastic. It is not. I was told it was more scratch resistant though. Availability is still a bit up in the air and apparently there are still queues in the mornings. I guess we will have to wait for a bit.

I'm a budget watch collector & I never thought in a month of Sundays that I could own an Omega. This hybrid definitely puts me in pole position 👍

As a watch collector love your point o view and honest watches review, not only this one. Regards!

This is the down to earth review I needed to see. I plan on getting on direct or secondary once that markets returns to earth.

First, I like these and these are really cool fun watches. I was resistant to considering this as an Omega and a Speedmaster. Wanted to call this an officially licensed homage. BUT, I've given into considering this a legit Omega Speedmaster, just a very relatively inexpensive version made and sold by Swatch. Definitely not worth paying flipper price hikes for. Please don't waste your hard earned money for being impatient and give these losers the satisfaction of ripping you off. And, I certainly don't think this will deter those who want a real luxury Omega Speedmaster from still wanting one. Conversely, it should get more people interested in eventually getting the real steel someday, provided it is financially in the cards and stars. This is not at all a substitute for the real luxury Omega Speedmaster. Just an inexpensive version for those who are fine with the look and brand and name(s) at a fairly easy to afford price point. Keep in mind these are still at its essence a Swatch in build and the disposable factor. Like all Swatches, hermetically sealed, these are never meant to be serviced so once they have gone kaput, that's it. Need to buy another one, provided they are still available at the time if and when your Swatch has broken. I don't think it's scratch resistant like real ceramic. Random Rob already said he scratched it removing the stock strap. These are cool.. but, I think I'd only get one that speaks to me the most. Hopefully they will be restocked and available online sooner than later. I'm in absolutely no hurry. Idk? Maybe over time I may add the next best one for kicks when I feel like adding something new without going too expensive, then another later when it seems right, etc... But, getting all 11? Idk? I think spending probably over $3k in the end after taxes and maybe shipping costs seems a bit excessive for 11 of essentially the same watch, just cosmetically different.

Hey Max, I went to a London store and saw a huge queue at 8.30Am , went home. No way all those people were getting a watch, but I would never pay over retail. Happy to wait till availability is increased. Nice video

I don't collect watches or follow up with new ones. But recently a friend had posted about these Swatches and it got me interested. Coming from a cultural background (into NFTs, Streetwear Fashion, Art) I found this Speedmaster introduction to be easily read and digestable for myself... an ordinary guy. Thanks for the video!

very good video and thanks for the helpful review. im a rolex main myself with a planet ocean as my only omega watch and im certainly intrigued by the design and price of the moonswatches but i'm more than okay with sitting at home and wait for them to be available online to get mine later on.

This is the most level headed review of the Moonswatch that have found on the internet. Fear not. Omega can do no wrong.

Omg what grey strap did you have with that Pluto watch? I just bought on and that would look great on it. Got a link??

Love your cal. 1861 Broad Arrow on the new style cal. 3861 bracelet! Thanks for the great content!

This is a great video, seen dozens of Moonswatch videos, and this one takes the cake! You should add a touch of memes through the videos too!

Even in Malaysia, people are queuing up overnight for this watch. Anyway, kudos for the effort of the close up shots of the watch and a great review.

Such a killer parody-like start!! You nailed it bro!

Copped the Pluto in store finally. If you check back enough eventually you will find them. They did screw up the launch procedure though.

What’s the stock strap made from? Is it a nylon?

Does anyone know if swatch will make these available for sale online ?

I waited a bit over a year before being able to purchase my Pluto omega speed Master swatch. And it was difineltly worth wait.

Really well constructed and presented video on the MoonSwatch. Pragmatic and accurate.

What is the subdial at 2 o’clock? 10 minute timer?

What do you think of the Pagani Design Moonwatch hommage compared to the Moonswatch ?

Love your perspective! Thanks for sharing 😄👍🏼

24K subscribers? This content and editing looks like a 500k subscriber channel. Great video 🤜🤛

Own 2 1960s ones because I was 8 back then looking in awe at the unreal moon landings. My Speedies from then give me some undescribable buzz, like part of the dreams of then coming back. This is why my 145.012-67 is my grail forever. The MoonSwatch may give younger guys a little of that buzz and may make them want to buy a Speedy, or even a 1960s 321.

Great in detail analysis 👏

Oh no. Now you’ve pointed out the subdial location I can’t unsee it. Still want one. Cheers. 🤔

Great video. What I’d like to know is, does this feel more like a super affordable Omega? Or a super high end Swatch? I know it’s a collab, and both names are on the dial, but I’m curious which way it leans more in both look and feel, as I’m not sure how it could be smack bang in the middle.

Great vid, can’t wait to get mine as a speed master enthusiast, new one also coming…..

Love this Speedy....but glad that Swatch did come out to say that it's not a limited version. In this world of instant gratification, I can honestly say I can wait...Thx again Max great review!

Great take on the Pluto plastic Omega+Swatch. I was bitten by the bug put like midges the bite has faded somewhat. That desire to get one has faded considerably. I agree with your comments Max. I have owned three Omegas two of which were Seamasters and finally a Planet Ocean. A plastic watch with an easily scratched crystal and virtually no water resistant case is a turn off, because I am a watch aficionado for many years I have given it a lot of thought and decided NO. I realised its just an homage.

Where is your watch strap from?

Great video and an honest insight on this watch! 👏🏻

Can someone explain how to set the time on this watch ?

Great video and great perspectives!

The MoonSwatch is nice affordable timepiece. I own an Omega watch, and I think that this was a cool promotional activity by Swatch and Omega.

Great (and sane) review! Thanks, man.

hey watch crunch what is your wrist size if it's not discret ?

I think you're right. Smart watches could have killed the industry stone dead, this has heightened interest in the industry. I think some people with a Swatch will save for the real Omega. Its fun, its worth waiting for when it goes on line, but don't pay the flipper!

I was looking for it since it came out but when it is actually available and can purchase it i backed out when i held it, its feels like a swatch (well coz it is a swatch lol} i mean like a toy

Keep up the great work Love Watch Crunch 😊

Hi good review, this is a winner for both brands. Looking forward to getting mine.

Like your prospective on the omega x swatch. I still don't get where they put $260 dollars of material in this plastic watch. I paid less for my Seiko flight master... And my Pagani design Dayton, which has a Seiko mega quartz movmt with sapphire crystal and decent rubber strap. My Citizen solar pilots watch was bit more, but that being said I'll probably get one if they're online to purchase or on discount.. maybe 🤔. Again great video I now subscribe to your channel.

Does anybody know the reference of the speedmaster proper at 08:33 on right side ? It looks like a vintage reissue from the hands.

Informative perspective 👍 great video

Great video, great perspective!

I’m trying to get my daughters into watches … this could be the option. Thanks Max.

Personally I think it’s a really cool watch, and I probably will buy one, either the moon or Mercury editions. But I’m gonna wait until there’s more supply as I don’t wanna pay $800 for this

Loved this video. Great positivity. Cheers

I was obsessed for about...a day.... and then realised that my G shock does so much more for a fraction of the cost. And my old 1861 Speedy (now sold) was the real deal... these are fun toys but I keep saving for that Oyster Perpetual 36mm 💚💚💚

What is the reference of the broad arrow in the video?

The current speedmasters arent moonwatches as well per se, theyre just nasa certified, thats the major difference in my head (besides the bracelet, movement, materials used ).. so this collab, really saved me (and maybe a couple of others) thousands of dollars… Obviously i run with perspective no 3.

Do you think the crystal can be replaced with a sapphire one??

I think it looks interesting, I am thinking about getting a cheap watch for holiday stuff so this might be an option but idk how to feel about the 26g and plastic. Idk if I would wear that. Will have to try it on in reality

This is not a homage. It is an official Omega in partnership with swatch. It is literally a speedmaster. The Moonswatch is a speedmaster as much as its steel sibling. Before this collab, honestly… the speedy was not on my top 10 list of watches to get if i’m looking to spend $6k plus, but now i can add this iconic fun piece at an amazing price to my collection. Nice review and i’m looking forward getting one when they become available again.

Best video on this subject, Max. But I expected that. But here we have versions 1436 and onwards of a Speedy and they just keep piling up. Cure for insomnia: imagine all the variations of a Speedy jumping over a fence. It all means nothing now, but still we have sleep-overs to get hands on a plastic one. So what do I know? That said, if it keeps the wider public excited about watches that's fine by me. Hmmm...

First position on the crown is for fine adjusting of the sub dial hands

Great, thanks for that. Just came across them, fancy a Moon or Pluto... or Saturn and then discovered what's happened re supply and demand. Was tempted to buy from a flipper but following your report, despite being old (😉) will wait for one to become available via Swatch online at rrp. - thanks again 👍

I'm sort of glad that the Moonswatch came out. Now the Speedmaster moon watch snobs will stop saying my beloved Speedy Reduced is not a a real Speedmaster ( which it most certainly is). The Moonswatch is a Speedmaster substitute. It certainly will satisfy the curiosity of what wearing a Speedy feels like but it is not a Speedmaster by any stretch.

Great analysis! 👏🏾

Great review, agree with your perspective.

It’s a fun watch, good to get people into the watch scene

I had been waiting for these to become available online or at least, an announcement of that happening. In an interview published today with Swatch's Creative Director, a comment he makes sounds like that might not happen. (despite what the website says). "Ultimately, it comes back to the tactile. “In a moment where so many people are speaking about NFTs and digital projects and immaterial ownership, this is so physical that it’s not even for sale online,” Giordanetti concludes." Is he stating that in the present sense, or does he mean that this will be a permanent part of the marketing strategy? I did see another reviewer mention the scratches after just a few days. Max...good perspective on this collection. I agree with you. It's fun, but it's plastic.

Great video man.

Where did you get a poster?

Can you tell us the name of the songs used in this video?

Can't wait to get my hands on a Pluto! Such a nice watch strap! Where did you get it?

This is a fancy Swatch/affordable Omega. I dig it.

hey owners hows was it? still liking he watch?

Where can I get one

Nicely done. Liked and subscribed

Great reality check on this super hyped watch. I still love it, but $300 for a watch that scratches when an eyelash lands on it? Maybe my old Citrime (which I lost) is a cheaper and more fun option. But well done Omega, I think this could make potential Rolex owners look another way?

Great video!

That Pluto version was the one that appealed to me most.

Great review! I loled at you calling yeezys easys tho 😂

It is a fun watch and I believe it should be treated as such, not expecting too much of it since it is still a Swatch. I know it is not a bargain but for me it works and is the watch I use most often. I don't see an issue with it really. And it was a smart move because I know want the real deal, the Moonwatch.

Macaroons on your wrist! 😂 That is a truly hilarious comment.

This in my opinion was a double-edged sword. I made Swatch feel like a higher-end brand but then Omega a lower-end brand. I was just at the flagship Omega store here in Vancouver and something looked like a Swatch while looking at the Speedmaster. P.S. - the Omega sales guy did not seem too happy when I brought up the Omega Swatch collab and asked what he thought about it. LOL

The scratch resistance, or lack thereof, is what most concerns me about this watch.

swatch could have implemented its own automatic mouvement (like its other automatic watches)and may be add the quartz system for the complications..i was disapointed as soon as i saw the seconds needle mouvement.

Well I suppose Rolex did it with the Tudor range ....the difference being that the Tudor is a darn fine watch....proper watch, in its own right.

Great perspectives, Max! I actually queued up for 4 hours, but when I got there, there were already over 350 people in front of me... Actually that was probably a good thing, because now that the hype is a bit calmer, I don't think I'll get one anymore. Like you said, it's fun, but it's still a plastic watch, and I'm afraid I'd be a bit disappointed. I think I'll use that money to get something more interesting, like a vintage Seiko, for example.

The flipping thing floors me that people would pay about 1/2 of used steel omega. I am sure this will go the same way that whole timex pepsi thing went. I didn't get one, but the store closest to me said they would just put me on a list for when they got stock since they were told they will get them.

Are the worth the $1.5-2.5k+ resell price??

What if you have the whole set to sell? Expensive ?

Great review