Omega Speedmaster Moonphase Co Axial Master Chronometer Moonphase Chronograph 44 25mmvsTAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph

Ref. 304.63.44.52.01.001·MSRP $42,400

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Measurements
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Speedmaster Moonphase Co Axial Master Chronometer Moonphase Chronograph 44 25mm

Carrera Chronograph
Diameter
44.3mm
39mm
Lug-to-Lug
50mm
n/a
Thickness
16.9mm
13.9mm
lowest
Water Resistance
100m
100m
Power Reserve
60h
80h
highest
MSRP
$42,400
$24,250
lowest
Movement
Omega 9904
TAG Heuer TH20-00
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
4 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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The Omega Speedmaster Moonphase Co Axial Master Chronometer Moonphase Chronograph 44 25mm is widely praised for its detailed and photorealistic moonphase complication, featuring a boot print Easter egg, and its exceptional finishing, including a ceramic bezel and sun-brushed dial. Owners and reviewers consistently highlight the beauty of the complication and the overall build quality. However, the watch's 44.25mm case size and considerable thickness (around 16.85mm to 17mm) are frequently noted as making it wear large and potentially challenging to fit under dress cuffs, with some suggesting it feels "chunky" or like a "beast." One reviewer found the crown guards sharp when winding and the crown difficult to pull out. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Omega Speedmaster Moonphase Co Axial Master Chronometer Moonphase Chronograph 44 25mm for its stunning moonphase detail and high-end finishing, despite its substantial size.
Owners widely praise the TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph for its vintage styling, perfect proportions, and wearable 39mm size, with many calling it a beautiful, classy, and sexy release. Reviewers and owners alike highlight the mesmerizing blue sunburst dial and the domed crystal. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner reporting +1 second per day and another noting 5-7 seconds per day. Some owners find the 39mm case too small, and the 12 o'clock date window is a point of contention, with some finding it odd, obscured by the chrono hand, or frequently misaligned and slow to change. The bracelet lacks quick-release or micro-adjustment, and one reviewer felt the finishing was less refined than competitors, noting sharp case edges. Overall, owners rate the TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph highly for its vintage design and wearable size, despite some reservations about the date window and bracelet functionality.
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