Here's Everything We Know About the New Omega "FOIS" Speedmaster (it's Brilliant)

A Discussion around the 2nd Generation Omega "FOIS" First Omega in Space. This Speedmaster addresses every detail that was missed with the 1st Generation FOIS and adds improvements in every way. From a 3861 movement, Dot over 90, Step dial, 1950's Applied Logo and a "Soleil" Grey-Blue dial added into the mix? Omega has just cooked up my dream Speedmaster and like I've said from day one, the CK2998 has always been brilliant.
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• Fratello Article: www.fratellowatches.com/hands-on-with-the-new-2024-omega-speedmaster-fois-first-omega-in-space/ • Uptick Reviews: Hands-On Video with the watch: kzbin.info/www/bejne/lYTNd6eqZZVlp8k My Dream Speedmaster is now a reality...

[@andrewd7586]

As I’m approaching retirement in the next 3 months, having been actually born on October 2nd 1962, the day before “Lift off!”, this will be my retirement present. WOW!!!🥰👍🏼😎

[@kamimcmmm]

No way, really? Cheers man. Get it now to have the October sad month of purchase

[@kamimcmmm]

As* month

[@rf4790]

At first glance, I thought it was just another Speedmaster....but yeah, after some reviews and investigation, this is THE ONE. Well done Omega.

[@justingalore123]

As soon as I saw this I couldn’t wait for your thoughts. What a beauty!

[@ID-Guy]

Ah, I appreciate it Justin. Truth be told... I held out this week with nothing prepared and no idea if Omega was going to drop anything spectacular yesterday. Basically hedged my bets that it would be worth talking about (even if it was a diamond encrusted yellow gold monstrosity) 😆🥃

[@michaelfierman3256]

same here!

[@justingalore123]

@@ID-Guy I’ve popped my name with the AD for this one anyway. It’s too good!

[@fahimhussain1105]

I’m glad that most watch enthusiasts are all thinking the same - they have knocked it out of the park with this. Phenomenal release. I’m rarely taken aback by a watch. I am today.

[@xchazz86]

Finally they did it right. This will be my first speedmaster!. Well done Omega!

[@julioerodriguez6097]

I went today to the Omega boutique to try the new Speedmaster FOIS and is a marvelous watch. The bracelet is "like silk smooth" and confortable. I'm proplaby get in one. Great video, Thank you!

[@troylim1069]

Amazing that people have been able to try it on in stores. I have to see it in the metal and see the blue-grey dial with my own eyes

[@kamimcmmm]

Yeah it was available in store to purchase yesterday.. in Stuttgart Germany

[@MSAINT-bn4vj]

Same here in Paris, I'll have one for sure ! 🔥

[@ilmostro16]

Absolutely more beautiful than a Daytona. And more interesting. They made a sapphire crystal look almost exactly like the old Hesalite acrylic. Gorgeous.

[@Mpantiques]

Why comparing with daytona? Both are ugly, but omega will never be beter quality than rolex.

[@SA17579]

@@Mpantiques🥱omega movement is better if you are into that sort of thing.

[@Mpantiques]

@@SA17579 Beter in which way?

[@SA17579]

@@Mpantiques There is plenty of information on the co-axial movement. Basically less friction (no need for lubricant really), less wear and tear, and therefore reduced servicing.

[@Dar5085]

Sorry. Yawn.

[@nicholaschavez6245]

Couldn’t agree more. I really can’t get over the dial, gorgeous, and the specs are spot on for nearly any wrist. We’ve been pining for the 165.024. If we never get our wish, this is a more than worthy substitute. Great job Omega 🥃

[@johnprosser5035]

I've literally been leaving comments everywhere saying just what the world needs another 'special' Speedie..... But listening to you I've realised this really is something special.... Thank you as always!!!

[@lonewolfemcquade8133]

What's soo special about it? It's just another Speedmaster reference to the already over saturated line

[@shaunpatrick8345]

@@lonewolfemcquade8133 it's a faithful recreation of a special one, and it has characteristics (eg. size, blue dial, alpha hands) that make it stand out from the rest.

[@ichibansantos10]

Can't go wrong with the details and heritage. Im just glad it will available so I can save up

[@ID-Guy]

And here's hoping that it won't be like the CK859 (number edition) that just vanished without a trace after a few months 😉

[@ichibansantos10]

@@ID-Guy so true, that is another beauty

[@jimlittle5769]

Your video on the white dial was overwhelming glowing...said there is nothing you'd change...and you like this one even MORE? WOW!

[@alvinmick218]

That is one beautiful watch! The dial color has that wow factor for me. I’m always drawn to dial faces that set themselves apart and this certainly achieves that. It’s always a treat to see what you will review next. 🥃

[@raheelsayeed]

"...., this is my dream speedmaster, and it now exists" May I add, that @IDGuy's commentary, the purpose of which is a convenyance of opinion and thought to the viewer, matches this speedmaster's appeal. Keep doing this!

[@omegafanboyian]

Pure Class , nothing more nothing less.

[@nietzschegustav1397]

Like your content & videos a lot … one of my favorite KZbin channels 🤙🏻

[@junboklee4532]

Best review by far pointing out all the differences between the first edition and this one. Well done

[@topangacailah]

Can’t beat gold polished Roman numerals that sparkle like jewels in the sunlight. Loving the sun ray dial man that pops!AMZWATCH watches. What a beautiful subtle piece.

[@SolidCaseBack]

They’ve done really well here. And that’s huge because I haven’t said that about a new Omega since the 3861 Moonwatch. Excellent video, as always, and I hope you get your FOIS soon mate! 🥃

[@ulifluhme]

Thank you for explaining these models in a nerd way for those of us who don’t care yet for the Speedmaster.

[@ID-Guy]

Gotta go über nerd with pieces like these brother 😉🥃

[@ulifluhme]

@@ID-Guy obviously

[@gafakyusef6201]

There’s still time to finally like one 😂 This is quite tempting!

[@Lovetheducks]

Love this update. I love the speedmaster. Very underrated.

[@vaughandurful]

I'll agree with you, massively. As an owner of an Omega 300m and an Aqua Terra, I've been reluctant to pull the trigger on a Speedy. Until now. This is the one I've, unknowingly, been waiting for. I've never fallen for the Moon Watch as it stands. It just looks, and felt, too damn plain. This latest FOIS is magnifique! I must try it on.

[@stratmad]

Excellent video as always. I have been smitten by this watch since it launched.

[@waxy954]

Thanks for another top quality video. I am very excited to see this new Speedy. It looks incredible

[@joeyjojo8348]

What a cracking good video. Thank you! Absolute pleasure to watch

[@Simscraggy998]

They have completely nailed it and I am going to add it to my collection as soon as possible from my 145 transitional to my snoopy and white dial 55 years worth of history, in one watch.

[@heisenbergguy7772]

AWESOME INSIGHTS AS USUAL! To differentiate from The Ed White 321, Omega BRILLIANTLY faux-lume the hands and indices! I already placed an order in with my AD!

[@ID-Guy]

Utterly, utterly brilliant. This is truly the first time in years that a watch (let alone a Speedmaster) has appealed to me so much. Congratulations brother 😉🥃

[@weezkidtube]

I really appreciate the dive into this model, your coverage changed my mind about this release. I really did think it was just another iteration of a speedie. Very tempted to delay my retirement and run to my AD.

[@PeterCho3878]

Thank you for the speedy 😅 post! I just watched the first FOIS video this morning and now the second one. Bravo

[@CarlHancock]

I already have one in my hands and it's a beauty. Omega with a home run on this one!

[@ID-Guy]

What a gem… hope you manage to secure it brother 😉 Give them an offer they cannot refuse 🥃

[@CarlHancock]

@@ID-Guy Secure it? Omega shipped it to me 😂. It's on my wrist as I type this. It's a beauty!!

[@markdickerson3486]

It is beautiful! I have the hesalite Speedy, and love it. I could easily fall in love with this one...or is it the white dial Speedy....now we have substantial choices. Thank you for this brilliant commentary and don't ever tamp down your excitement - makes me come back every weel!

[@salty5402]

As an Omega collector, I had all the pieces I really wanted - now that may have changed. 😂 This new Speedmaster looks awesome, so definitely going to have to check it out at my AD. As always, great video.

[@craigborrenpohl1233]

Other reviewers tell us that a watch has good design elements, ID Guy tells us WHY these design elements elevate the watch.

[@ID-Guy]

This comment made my evening Craig, thank you sir, truly 🥃

[@ALL-il1sw]

Other reviewers cater to the knuckle draggers of horology 👍

[@PiggiHiggi]

Love this it’s perfect imo. So glad that it doesn’t have a see through caseback.

[@toneswinger]

As soon as i seennit on omegas website i had to get it so a put a order with my AD. This is the best vintage inspired piece i have saw it is very beautiful. I was considering a breitling avi reissue but they are very limited. It will compliment my Speedmaster Racing perfectly.

[@anthonysmith2982]

Great upload IDGuy - love the enthusiasm! What a release.

[@anfusolunnie]

Love MAMACOO watch， Such a great looking watch to match with the precisionist movement.

[@mehmetcamat4458]

love this new speedmaster. I think this is the best possible speedmaster of choice one can get

[@stevethompson7910]

@ID-Guy, As we have come to expect from you, this is an exceptionally well-done video. Somehow you always manage to find something interesting to give us, thank you. My guess is the FOIS will mostly be a piece enjoyed by enthusiasts who understand its significance. But what do I know. See you in the next one.

[@Javalos20003]

Just compared it to my first gen. It’s an amazing watch. The dial and bracelet make it. It pops more than mine.

[@MadalinaPollo]

got my 39mm with the white dial on the 3-link "Bader" bracelet watch on AMZWATCH 3 weeks ago and am loving it to pieces. Absolute fantastic watch that wears super comfortable on my 6.75 inch wrist. Chose the 3-link over the 5-link bracelet for the toolless quick adjustment. Way more comfortable than my Longines Hydroconquest 41 mm

[@AnotherDaveInParadise]

Sold my 3861, a GS Quartz, and Explorer II this year to swap in a GMT Rootbeer and round off my 3 watch collection (GMT, 40mm No Date Sub, Explorer 36). Done. Finished. I'm out. All I will say on seeing this is damn you Omega! What an absolutely stunning piece.

[@stevecotterill7981]

An excellent trio of Rolex's sir... My collection is the same with the exception of a 40mm Explorer 1 and a 41mm No Date sub. 😊

[@lrbrown]

Haha! Welcome back!

[@brandonmcneil3555]

To be fair, you don't have a chronograph, and it's all Rolex. Good chance to kill two birds with one stone...

[@AnotherDaveInParadise]

Excellent taste sir.

[@SuperWhofan1]

One amazing detail: the sapphire crystal emulates a acrylic one with its shape. If only they had a sapphire case back with ceramic bezel it would have been perfection

[@wescobts]

As always another great video. What a watch !! I was quite enticed by the white dial, but now I need to see this one , perhaps in the metal. I am fortunate to have a great AD in town, i'm certain he'll get some.

[@carguy3645]

This is such a beautiful watch! I love the dial and the indices. All colors work so well together. The only thing they should have done is made the size a full 42mm.

[@kareemmansur5512]

Great video as always!

[@ThD040]

Love this new Speedy. With already the professional and the Apollo 11 50th in the collection i will not be going for it. But if i had to pick one now, this would be up there. Thanks again for a great video. Enjoy the weekend. 🥃

[@marcuslieberman3577]

Omega absolutely nailed it!

[@markymark3572]

It's gorgeous, I especially like what Omega have done with the crystal.

[@ID-Guy]

Love their domed sapphire. Reminds me of my Zenith A384. It truly, truly makes the watch 🔥

[@davidperkins605]

ID guy, i absolutely agree with you. This is the one, and i want, but I will wait a while before pulling the trigger. It was a great review, as always.

[@kamimcmmm]

Was in the German Omega boutique yesterday in Stuttgart. Since Thursday was national day in Germany, they had it first only since yesterday. What a piece. Wifey was there too. U should go there today alone 😅

[@mcody68]

I f*****g love this. Gushing as you have been. Spectacular in every way. It’s in my list for sure. My current Speedy is toast now 🤟

[@BenNS1971]

Great video. Absolutely adore the new FOIS but the Speedy57 is still my favourite Speedmaster.

[@Reventon777]

I am currently in the process of building my dream Speedmaster. I have an FOIS, and I'm adding the following things, dial from a broad arrow reissue (correct logo and font, relumed with superluminova old radium), white alpha subdial hands from the '57 trilogy, FOIS hour and minute hands, lollipop from the CK2998 limited edition (painted white and relumed with superluminova old radium), the Naiad crown from the '57 trilogy, FOIS pushers, spiralwinders sapphire case back, and NOS 861 blocking lever to replace the delrin one. Parts are currently getting painted and relumed now. It might not be original, but it will be my own and just how I want it.

[@patrickjean-philippe7679]

I think Omega should offer this sort of service to customers.

[@MrNorcal81]

I have the 2021 release Speedy Saphirre with the 3861 movement. I previously had the first generation Speedy SS with the 1863 movement. The newer 3861 movement, for me, was a major upgrade. Finally, Omega released a Speedy that could be hacked which made time setting a breeze and, after six months of ownership , mine consistently runs at +1 second per day. It's a gem but I have to admit that this new Anniversary model is a real showstopper. Omega went all out on it and it shows in every little detail.

[@xekret]

Local boutique has one for display that I'm going to check out later today. Excited to see it.

[@ID-Guy]

Be sure to not take your wallet (credit or debit card) this watch is going to blow minds 😉 Good luck brother!

[@xekret]

@@ID-Guy Thanks!

[@pauldevey8628]

Stunning! I have two Speedies and will not purchase this one but wow!

[@insydegroup]

Omega did it. It is really the one and even beat 321 (modern one) for me. Well done

[@salvadorcano4494]

Have the black 3861... The white 3861 was on my radar, but I'm going for this instead. Gorgeous watch

[@p88kaboo]

you might have just convinced me to purchase my first Omega timepiece!

[@gafakyusef6201]

This looks exquisite. It would probably look even nicer sans fauxtina.

[@Ryan-pu9yw]

I like how it looks, but I know the lume will be weak.

[@WestCoastAce27]

Great video. They always reel us back in. 😂 That is very nice. Love the dial color and markers color. If only someone would free Omega from Swatch group I might consider it.

[@ID-Guy]

Imagine Omega taking back the reigns? They have the pulling power too with such a strong name. Ah, the potential 🔥

[@patrickjean-philippe7679]

Why is it an issue that Omega is part of the Swatch Group ? 🤔🤨🧐

[@shuycg]

Omega clearly want us to buy more speedmaster not just just one.

[@Anonymouslyme1]

That’s always been the case with all their special edition watches, they want buyers to collect them.

[@Supercruze]

Home run for Omega. One on my list for future purchase to go with my Speedy Professional 3861.

[@ryanelectra225]

I definitely want to see one in person. I may be tempted

[@khronokraze]

I like it! I hope to see one in person at an AD this weekend.

[@kahuhipajae4088]

Great looker...cant wait to try it on.

[@rodsalvador3608]

This gets me giddy. The original FIOS was like the JJ Abrams Enterprise. This FIOS is the TOS Enterprise. I hope there will be a sapphire sandwich variant lol. Love looking at that movement.

[@mosmarb]

I’m all about the Pro case and handset but the soleil dial is so perfectly done on this one that I think it has to make the wishlist at least.

[@itsgarrick4910]

I will help you buy this watch! 😅

[@ID-Guy]

Garrick, you legend 😆 Thank you man. With a weekly saving of $2 a week? I might have it by the time I’m 80ish? Challenge accepted! 🚀

[@robbbbery]

I can't say I understand the appeal, but I'm stoked that you're stoked!

[@f_m_b_watch9182]

You definitely are on fire 🔥

[@youtubeuser8436]

Many thanks for your assessment! Your opinion is very important to me! If you tell us here that this is the best modern Speedmaster yet, then I believe you. Although I'm very familiar with Omega watches, including the Speedmaster (I got a lot of Omega watches), I wasn't sure whether I should really buy this watch. After watching this video, I am absolutely convinced and will order the watches from an Omega boutique as soon as possible. Thank you very much for this video! Keep up the good work! You are the best!

[@davem8836]

What I've never understood is this "dot over 90" interest. I mean how much of a Speedy enthusiast nerd do you have to be to even care? We watch guys are already suffering from a mental disorder but this puts it over the top.

[@ID-Guy]

Honestly, my only major gripe was never seeing the classic applied logo on the dial, the other details are a bit hardcore 😆 Who knows what a "Soleil dial" Speedmaster is today? this is the über nerd piece for sure 🥃

[@dl14say67]

You think that’s nerdy. What about the diagonal dot 70? 😂

[@theoriginaloc]

Good video @ID-Guy. Cheers.

[@ID-Guy]

My pleasure to share brother! Thank you! 🥃

[@welfareboy]

Absolutely beautiful, but I don’t care for the faux patina, however, I will reserve judgement for when I see it in person!

[@perpetualgrind1707]

Yep, that's always a deal breaker for me.

[@scottsolomon8537]

Omega seem to always have a heavy hand with the faux patina. Not necessarily against it but a more subtle shade would look better. Less is more

[@sumitkar8146]

Absolute 🔥🔥

[@krunoobrovac2066]

Really enjoyed your passion for this amazing watch! You should get one 😅

[@michaelfierman3256]

This watch just screams ID Guy's name. Fantastic episode as always

[@leeharding8306]

It seems like Omega has been making a pigs ear of everything for years now and it’s been painful to watch as a Omega fan but for the first time in a long time Omega has got it right in every single way. Please let this be the end of the rot and a new beginning where Omega can reach their potential at last. A new Seamaster is the next challenge and the past is a good place for inspiration. It’s not exactly rocket science, we want it thinner like an old one, back to a 41mm case like an old one and we want the fine wave dial back like an old one. A bezel that doesn’t feel and sound like a £50 watch would be a bonus too.

[@structurescience]

Excellent!!

[@VectorSearch]

So gorgeous. Just wish it had the 321 movement. I’d go buy that today.

[@ID-Guy]

My first thought was they’d put the 321 in it (precious metal and all the rest) Still cannot believe this is a “regular” production model… un-freaking-real 🥃

[@VectorSearch]

Totally. If I didn’t already have my sapphire sandwich and the full moonshine gold, I would get this as my first speedmaster. I’m going to go to my AD today to look at and hopefully buy the 39.5 black seaq, I am hoping they have this new piece in for me to see in person. 🥃

[@uweboker5983]

I definitely agree, the perfect speedmaster! The predecessor of the famous Ed White, but more affordable and without 5 years of waiting!

[@theenavybluemonster]

Beautiful except the fauxtina. That’s ok though. I love my 3861 sapphire sandwich which is the perfect Speedy for me. Hope you get this Speedy in your collection sooner rather than later.

[@skyworks1621]

Really nice looking watch, would love to put it next to my seamaster 300.

[@ID-Guy]

You and me both brother! Matte black dial vs Soleil… Man it would look superb 🔥

[@BAF605]

Thanks for pointing out all the design problems with my Fois reissue compared to the original, but considering I paid £2700 for it full set and warranty. I think I can live with them. 😊

[@ID-Guy]

Holy smokes… basically 1/3rd of this new one? And it makes me wonder with my 765 & A384 (both fell in the ballpark of £4k)… it’s a hard pill to swallow spending £7k ,right? 😆🥃

[@BAF605]

@@ID-Guy I consider this new watch superior for sure. It's a sign of the Omega price rises, though of course they are far from alone there. In these inflationary times I'm glad I did sometimes spent more than I should have in the past.

[@dannysimenauer5745]

Fun fact: FOIS also translates to time in english. Shows Omega has a very smart marketing department.

[@snuffthemagicdragon9721]

I've a hard on for this. Given you a sub as I love your take on watches.

[@Vox-Populi]

I currently have a 1999 GMT 50th anniversary, and a 1999 SM Professional chronograph. Now I want this one too!

[@kenliu6117]

Where might I find the source to the animations between 3:46-4:00? Is it on Omega's website? Having trouble finding it.

[@treasurecoastgypsy]

As a first generation FOIS owner, I can't justify, going after this new one ,and braking up with my first generation. I don't quite, see the twice the price, in value proposition. I prefer to wait, possibly in vain,for the re issue of the 165.024. Great video as always, thanks !

[@WAMwatches]

I’m town between this, the white dial, roles air-king and Tudor bb 58 gmt… I know that’s a weird list but I’m looking for a primary watch and I want it to be a heavy hitter. Love them all.

[@dfdf4874]

I thought the white dial was a home run but the FOiS outdoes it. For me, it's perfect.

[@avip671]

Almost perfect, the suburst dial and the closed caseback make me prefer the standard

[@ID-Guy]

I have this gut feeling that the Soleil dial is going to blow minds ;) But the closed caseback? yeah... it's a bummer. Would've been awesome to have seen the 3861 🥃

[@1061shrink1061]

well to me, the previous release of the FOIS was the magic bullet of speedies. This one is right up there as well, but I think the pragmatist would hope that this creates some sensibly priced clean last get models, rather than gearing me up to want to buy this one.

[@one87dnb1]

Ok, I give up, I'm buying this, the 4th Speedy in my collection, and the most beautiful one!

[@ID-Guy]

Some things just have to be done 🤣 Man, I freaking dig this machine…

[@one87dnb1]

@@ID-Guy Indeed, they really nailed it 🎯

[@AbdulRWatches]

Great job on the vidoe brother, as for someone like me who is not a big fan of the speedmaster, it looked like another Speedmaster. I have to say after the video, this one might be one of my favs out of the Speedmaster line, after the Schumacher line up of course :D

[@jasont4783]

First things first, great Margin Call reference 😂. I'm glad I held off on the white dial Speedy. Hoping this is not a limited run FOIS, I would love to add this to my collection. Great video as always ... Ps If you liked Margin Call, check out Too Big To Fail. Cheers!

[@patsmith3894]

Every KZbin watch critic agrees. It is the best Speedy ever. Perfect. Word for word, every critic says the same thing. It sounds like MSNBC praising Harris. It is about as genuine as a three-dollar bill.

[@ivanmejia6843]

It will take me a few years to save up for one of these. Hopefully by then, prices have cooled down on the gray market to grab one.

[@patrickjean-philippe7679]

Of course, prices will cool down on the second hand market.