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Omega Speedmaster 38 Co Axial Chronometer Chronograph 38mmvsRolex Cosmograph Daytona

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Speedmaster 38 Co Axial Chronometer Chronograph 38mm
OmegaSpeedmaster 38 Co Axial Chronometer Chronograph 38mm
MSRP $23,300
Cosmograph Daytona
RolexCosmograph Daytona
MSRP $80,450
What people say

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Omega Speedmaster 38 Co Axial Chronometer Chronograph 38mm

Owners widely praise the Omega Speedmaster 38 Co Axial Chronometer Chronograph 38mm for its suitability for smaller wrists and improved subdial spacing compared to earlier models. The sunburst dial is noted as beautiful, and the design is described as timeless with modern hints. However, some owners find the watch to be too thick and note that the date adjustment requires a pin, which can be inconvenient. The watch can appear "blingier" in person than in photos. Overall, owners rate the Omega Speedmaster 38 Co Axial Chronometer Chronograph 38mm highly for its wearability on smaller wrists and attractive dial.

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona

Owners widely praise the Rolex Cosmograph Daytona for its comfortable 40mm case, superior bracelet and clasp, and continuous movement improvements, with some finding it sleeker and more luxurious than alternatives. Reviewers note a subtly increased 40mm case size, balanced lugs, and a tweaked dial for improved legibility, incorporating a steel ring around the ceramic bezel. Some owners find the finishing not worth the MSRP for a steel sports watch, citing the hidden movement and subpar decorations, while others consider it absolutely not worth the current market price. Owners are split on dial preference, with some preferring the black dial for its sleekness and classiness, while others favor the white dial for its sporty, classic appearance and contrast. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Rolex Cosmograph Daytona highly for its wearability and refined finishing, despite some finding the price steep.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Speedmaster 38 Co Axial Chronometer Chronograph 38mm38mm
Cosmograph Daytona40mm
Power Reserve
Speedmaster 38 Co Axial Chronometer Chronograph 38mm52h
Cosmograph Daytona72h
Water Resistance
Speedmaster 38 Co Axial Chronometer Chronograph 38mm100m
Cosmograph Daytona100m
MSRP
Speedmaster 38 Co Axial Chronometer Chronograph 38mm$23,300
Cosmograph Daytona$80,450

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
14.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
44.9mm
Lug Width
18mm
Material
18kt Sedna Gold
18 kt white gold
Finish
Steel
18 kt yellow gold
Caseback
Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Domed
Flat
Dial Color
Silver
Turquoise
Indices
Index
Lume
None
Chromalight

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Omega 3330
4131
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
52h
72h
Jewels
0
47

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$23,300
$80,450
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