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Was hoping for a c.321 edition

In Response To: Velociphile Blog: Ticking Lemons? Speedy 50th *LINK* ()

Thanks for sharing the link Chuck. I was hoping that Omega would release a SS edition with broad arrow hands and the c.321. I know that Omega probably has no intention of ever producing the c.321 again, but the Speedy's 50th anniversary is special and I thought that just maybe Omega would surprise us. At first I was excited about the new c.3201 models because I thought they might be based on Lemania movements. Learning that the c.3201 is a F. Piguet based movement felt like a slap in the face. Omega did release a c.1861 limited edition, but the dial just doesn't smile at me. Unfortunately the 50th anniversary Speedmasters have been a disappointment.

I don't mind Omega producing more upscale models. I think that Omega hit a home run with the new 8500/8501 calibres and I'm looking forward to seeing new models with these movements. At the same time, Omega should continue offering its bread and butter pieces and sell them for reasonable prices. The Speedmaster Professional is Omega's crown jewel and it would be suicidal to discontinue using Lemania based movements. Fortunately I think that Omega understands this and will leave the moonwatch alone.