Omega

[Diesel power]

I have a "Sapphire Sandwich" that I wear daily for work. I love the fact that it's relatively bullet proof, and sometimes if I need a moment of Zen I'll take it of and watch the movement run through the caseback. I bought it almost 5 years ago, and still love putting it on. I have found myself fantasizing about picking up a neo-vintage hesalite model on a alligator strap, but they're still pretty pricey. If you like the sapphire, but like the look of the Hesalite crystal. The "First Omega in Space" Speedmaster Moonwatch is a really nice balance, smaller case size, domed crystal, vintage looking lume. The new White Speedmaster is really really nice.

[Sunset_Copper]

Here's my Omega 18K gold Seamaster XVI from the 50's. I have the original box, original Omega strap and original 18K watch buckle.

[85Shark]

I purchased my Omega in late 1989 while I was in Hong Kong. The bracelet broke a number of years ago and I wore my other watches. I had it fixed but then had a problem with a broken crown. Last December I took it to the Omega shop in SFO and they sent it to Switzerland for a complete refurbishment. New bracelet parts, new crown and crystal. Polished and returned after about 7 months. It cost me $999 but I now have a like-new, usable, slim and lightweight watch. I was surprised to hear so many compliments after I started wearing it.

[DanG]

Just saw that the list prices of Omega watches has just gone up again. US tariffs on Swiss watches seems to have effected the list prices.

[SaMaster18]

Originally Posted by DanG

Just saw that the list prices of Omega watches has just gone up again. US tariffs on Swiss watches seems to have effected the list prices.

Seems this may be the norm for a while…

[SaMaster18]

My Speedies this week!

[DanG]

I am really appreciating my Moon watch. The light weight and tapered bracelet really make it a comfortable wear. It is becoming the watch I wear most.

[DanG]

Interesting that the new Planet Oceans got rid of the HE crown.

[DanG]

What do people think of the new 42mm Plant Ocean? I am entries by the black dial with the blus bezel. It is thinner than Seamaster 300M.

[BeefyBeefo]

Originally Posted by DanG

What do people think of the new 42mm Plant Ocean? I am entries by the black dial with the blus bezel. It is thinner than Seamaster 300M.

I checked it out last month when I was on Vegas and I really liked the lug design. It wore well.

I always liked Omega and love my Nekton Seamaster but just not wearing it enough so I'll probably sell it and put it towards the new car or some new golf clubs.

[SaMaster18]

Originally Posted by DanG

What do people think of the new 42mm Plant Ocean? I am entries by the black dial with the blus bezel. It is thinner than Seamaster 300M.

Originally Posted by BeefyBeefo

I checked it out last month when I was on Vegas and I really liked the lug design. It wore well.

I always liked Omega and love my Nekton Seamaster but just not wearing it enough so I'll probably sell it and put it towards the new car or some new golf clubs.

I saw one as well a month or so ago and tried it on. Really really nice piece! If you’re looking for a new diver, probably one of the top choices out there!

[other_evolved]

My second Omega.....first one is a first generation PO.

[SaMaster18]

Originally Posted by other_evolved

My second Omega.....first one is a first generation PO.

Great dial!

[tcphoto]

I bought a display back for my Speedmaster 3750.50, naturally I took a picture.

[other_evolved]

Nice! I wasn't aware that you could purchase a display back. Did it come from Omega I'm assuming?

[tcphoto]

I've owned the watch for a couple of years and thought that I've try this out, it looks good for $120.

https://www.spiralwinderwatchparts.c...ga-speedmaster

[DanG]

I watched a Bond movie today and was surprised to see 007 wearing a Rolex. Several close up shots of the watch. Must have be a sub because he turned the bezel to activate a laser.

[wspohn]

I like the clear case back but unfortunately probably not for my titanium case Seamaster Pro.

[SaMaster18]

Originally Posted by DanG

I watched a Bond movie today and was surprised to see 007 wearing a Rolex. Several close up shots of the watch. Must have be a sub because he turned the bezel to activate a laser.

I think Bond did wear the Rolex sub in the first couple/few films of the franchise. In the book he wears a Rolex sub! The Omega partnership only started in 1995 with GoldenEye.

[PCar2Bcar]

I had a black speedmaster and sold it and regretted for awhile. Picked up this one recently and I'm over the moon (pun intended)

[DanG]

Originally Posted by PCar2Bcar

I had a black speedmaster and sold it and regretted for awhile. Picked up this one recently and I'm over the moon (pun intended)

I have the same watch. Love it also. I am wearing it right now.

[Desking101]

I just missed out on a black lacquer full set 2025 AT for $4800 bucks because I was trying to grind the guy a little more, then it sold when I was about the pull the trigger.

The hunt continues. I've had an itch for a new piece and want to stick with Omega again (or possibly Tudor) instead of Rolex because I spend a lot of time in SF and LA and don't feel like getting robbed

Looking at black lacquer dial AT (new gen because of the bracelet), no wave blue Seamaster 300M (previous gen), or really inching towards the top of the list is a mechanical Peter Blake which I'm negotiating on one right now

If I went Rolex it would be a black or blue dial DJ fluted bezel or a black dial Explorer II but am I the only one who just can't really get excited about the way a Rolex looks but keeps wanting one due to value retention and quality?

I also need to walk into a boutique and try on some Tudors, they seem to wear pretty large for the most part and the Pelagos 39 may feel "cheap" being titanium