The Omega Speedmaster Moonphase has a space exploration legacy. And the credentials to make me recommend it 10/10 times over the Batman, Sprite, or Bruce Wayne.

What do you get with the GMT-Master II? Stainless steel with dual timezone coverage and a fancy bezel.

This Speedy? A constant seconds, date indicator, hours and minutes chronograph counter, dive depth ratings, anti-magnetism, and a photo-realistic moonphase.

Oh, and it's priced at $8500, a 35% discount to MSRP.

That's less than half the price of a GMT-Master II in the secondary market. With better design, more complications, and a connection to man's greatest adventure in space.

The best thing about the Speedy? You don't have to kiss your Rolex AD's a** to get one.

This is the kind of stuff I hunt for. Heritage brands. Smart pricing. Pieces that hold value while you wear them.

What would you prefer, this Speedy or a GMT-Master II?