the other automatic choice was the MK40 day date, but the dial on that is so busy and in a complete different format than the traditional speedmasters. so went with this insteadC&B straps are so nice.
No shame in a speedy reduced, fuck the purists. the only thing odd about it to me is not that it's "not a moonwatch" its the spread placement of the subdials at 3 and 9. It still looks fantastic.
if the bond planet ocean seamasters ever come down in price that's next on my list. only hold up is that helium valve