July 2,2024 - watching your video wearing my 18 month old green dial PRX . it is in my rotation with a couple R watches - it is a great piece , great price rate. ~ JDS/CT
@runningrobot739318 сағат бұрын
I don’t own a Speedmaster which is beyond my means but I bought a Bulova Lunar Pilot for its Apollo 15 story. I enjoy looking at its caseback which states the mission details. I don’t use the stopwatch to time rocket burn but I do use it to time my soft boiled eggs. Precision matters…😊
@ericdhaddenКүн бұрын
Weird question, but what of brand of sweater is that in your wrist shot?
@TheEnglishWatch8 сағат бұрын
It's a Charles Tyrwhitt Merino sweater. Highly recommend.
@ericdhadden5 сағат бұрын
@@TheEnglishWatch Love it. I have their full zip merino cardigan, but will need to add some classic v-necks to the rotation.
@jamesfoster9256Күн бұрын
Blue Hydro conquest Longines Longines Why ? older Company more reliable cost less looks better. It’s the money. It’s the history too many fake Rolex’s
@treasurecoastgypsyКүн бұрын
OMEGA is losing there way, with too many options. I believe, it would be better to simplify choices, have a clear path ,to established classics that are timeless,and concentrate on Quality Control.
@ats-36932 күн бұрын
I have the 43.5mm PO 600m with black ceramic dial and bezel, I love it. I wear it everyday and noticed I was putting some scratches in the bracelet and clasp so to preserve the bracelet I took the bracelet off and replaced it with an Omega black with orange trim rubber dive strap, the same strap as the black one in the video except with orange trim, I think it looks amazing, the black with orange trim compliments the black dial and bezel and the orange Seamaster logo on the dial as well as the orange tip of the seconds hand, the rubber strap also makes the watch a lot lighter feeling to wear.
@dean53462 күн бұрын
Planet oceans are great watches. I was after the orange bezel insert version back in the day. I ended up buying the omega 300 automatic pierce Brosnan Golden eye watch. And never got round to getting the planet ocean. They are still available so you never know 😀👍.
@dean53462 күн бұрын
I owned the first edition of the omega Aqua terra black dial 39mm automatic watch. These new versions are nice. But to me they seem to be more a dress watch. Tho older models were more brushed steel/ less shiny and more adaptable to wear on different occasions. I will have to see one in the AD to get a better idea.
@nickbrooker14112 күн бұрын
great vid for a great range of watches.....absolutely love the omega loopless integrated rubber/leather strap system..... and like you prefer navy blue watches rather than the more funky special release colours! loving the new strap on your OG!
@derosa19892 күн бұрын
I tried the 38mm gloss black dial watch on at my local boutique over the weekend, and it's a very nice watch. Definitely on my shortlist. It's even better looking in person, the handset and applied logo look even better than in the photos..
@nedflanders37692 күн бұрын
I never should have sold my PO. I’ll get another one someday.
@josha2542 күн бұрын
It takes standard coin cell batteries?! What the hell?!
@shinydoc2 күн бұрын
I have the white dial SMP300 on the SS strap and the Blue PO Chrono on the blue leather strap with rubber lining, which I am not convinced is a waterproof strap. I’ve had conflicting answers from Omega dealers too, but seems to be ridiculous to put a non waterproof strap on a 600m diver watch 🤷♂️ Have a few Speedies too, including an Apollo 8, which was your ‘fault’ after a review of a friend’s watch, IIRC. Omega are getting into Rolex territory IMHO (availability, price & dealer games), so have not purchased any more!! I remember Omega saying everyone ordering a Snoopy would get one within a year, but I’m still waiting for mine and I ordered almost as soon as release 😂 Just purchased my first Christopher Ward, a C60 Atoll 300 in reef blue, on the blue aquaflex strap!!! It’s a very summery watch, which I am really enjoying currently, and the timekeeping is top notch (1sec/day)
@user-uz1og1gz3y2 күн бұрын
Design is overdue, we need new design of this.
@oahutime2 күн бұрын
The black 43.5 is my go to watch. Put on a OEM all black rubber strap. Perfect for the great weather here in Hawaii.
@frankv70683 күн бұрын
I don’t know why they got rid of so many variations of the Seamaster 600m GMT! They need to bring back the 43mm GMT with more options again.
@malcpilling79353 күн бұрын
OG Planet Ocean was the best of all imho 42mm slimmer and better looking 🙌
@spooksvstheworld67313 күн бұрын
Amazing thanks so much
@theenavybluemonster3 күн бұрын
The 2201.50 is the PO for me. Love it. I assume they’ll wait to release updated Seamasters when they slim their movements. They know to be even more competitive they need to do this.
@timothyh483 күн бұрын
I got the 8906 PO on strap, it woar to high , I called Omega and purchased the bracelet, so much better, the gloss dial gives it a blacker than black appearance , black n white bezel and white gold applied hour markers and hands, eye dazzling but a chunky monkey,
@gregs.88953 күн бұрын
Love my 43.5 Blue. Yeah, it is big, but honetly thought the hour hand looked too stubby on the 39. Didn't think I could get through that once I thought it so went for the bigger size. Been eyeing up the rubber straps for a while now. Fantastic watch.
@731Woodworks3 күн бұрын
I checked out the gray model in a boutique. It's extremely nice, but not for me. I decided on the Planet Ocean Oreo. Love the black/white bezel. Amazing watch! I always look forward to wearing it.
@verbalkint30282 күн бұрын
I love the look of this GMT, but in 43.5mm and 17mm think with the steel bracelet, I think it's the weight that would be the limiting factor for me.
@Koboldius19873 күн бұрын
Thanks for the reference number for the new blue strap. I have the PO with an orange bezel and white dial. I have to check if there is also a black version of the new strap. The Omega site isn't really helpful on this matter. I simply entered 3 as the last digit instead of 2 and it appears to be the reference number for the black strap. Also I agree with you: The PO ist an awesome summer watch!!
@thomasneal24853 күн бұрын
I just picked up the black dial PO last week, more awesome than expected. It joins my blue dial SMP from 2007 and my black dial Aqua Terra from two years ago.
@zachschlabach89283 күн бұрын
I've got 3 POs, the 2018 olympic blue/red model, the black/orange 3d generation and the full fat orange/gray chrono. Honestly, I wear the chrono more than the other two. I think they're proper heritage model, advancing the design of the old seamaster 300 of the 1960s.
@andrewbrown56363 күн бұрын
Too thick and PO bracelets are awful. Better off with an £1k SPB Seiko with an aftermarket bracelet/ Strap.
@vinceslapchopper3 күн бұрын
how are PO bracelets awful exactly? sure looks better than the no taper seamaster 300 diver bracelet no?
@paulrobertclayton53523 күн бұрын
Would you ever consider a micro watch brand ? If so which one would you go for ?
@verbalkint30283 күн бұрын
Hi Andy, love the format of your videos!! I've been an Omega fanboy since the mid 90's and in fact still own the original Bond quartz Seamaster 300 Pro. I have a number of watches but I'm currently on the hunt for the grade 5 titanium Planet Ocean GMT. These are thick watches but you like what you like I guess!?!
@TheEnglishWatch2 күн бұрын
It’s your money, your taste. I love the pre-2016 ti PO. Nearly bought one in NYC a few years back.
@verbalkint30282 күн бұрын
@@TheEnglishWatch Totally agree the Ti construction offsets the size/thickness/weight of the PO. I came close to pulling the trigger myself but went for the OG blue worldtimer. Not sure I made the right choice there!?! 😁.
@ben781953 күн бұрын
Problem with the PO range is Omega absolutely nailed it with the original lineup in 2008 and it’s been downhill ever since. My 2201.50 bought in 2010 is still my favourite watch and a steal at £1,750
@PabloTBrave3 күн бұрын
Nice , I preferred the Pelagos LHD myself so I fought that but PO are great. I'm against chronographs on dive watch, it makes the dial.harder to read and visibility is one of the main purposes , regardless of the brand.
@odds-and-sods3 күн бұрын
These models need seriously updating in every respect, ugly, thick, heavy and oversized. This is where Tudor is killing it atm.
@alexpiptom3 күн бұрын
Comparing Tudor watches with their awful aluminium bezels with omega is like comparing Ferrari to Volvo
@odds-and-sods3 күн бұрын
@@alexpiptom Don't be silly Pip. I'm wearing a Tudor atm with ceramic bezel 🥳
@uncles20003 күн бұрын
The PO is a chunky watch. The Pelagos wears more like the Heritage 300 or SM Diver 300. You either love or hate the bezel and HE valve on the SM Diver 300.
@Koboldius19873 күн бұрын
ugly? personal taste. Too thick? Maybe on paper. But the PO in particular looks flatter on the wrist than many Tudors (funny that u chose Tudors as a comparison) or a Sea Dweller. This is because the side case of the PO has a design line (brushed and polished) that perfectly conceals the height, 1 mm makes up the curved sapphire crystal and overall the watch sits well on the wrist. I've had a lot of Tudor watches on my wrist and was often about to buy one. But honestly, in real life, they don't look as high-quality as Omega and Rolex watches. This is my personal opinion. I think they look a bit cheap.
Love my 8900 PO. I only wear it on the bracelet though as I feel it needs the heft of the bracelet to balance the chunky head.
@seanp78713 күн бұрын
Totally agree 👍
@brownmcpherson57243 күн бұрын
Agree. Have the rubber strap but use the bracelet 99% of the time. It does need that weight to balance the head.
@KeepingWatchUK3 күн бұрын
Too big, thick & expensive. Ugly HEV, tiny date, muted colour scheme & odd mixing of dive style markers with 6, 9, 12 ‘Explorer-type’ numerals. The Sub you had was miles ahead.
@Jay-xr3sb3 күн бұрын
Sub is the most generic dive watch in existence. It's nice but a tad dull and you can't wear one in London without getting mugged. It's the watch u buy for impressing others, that smug flex. Agree the PO has gotten too big. I prefer the 2500 generation at 42mm, the gloss blank liquidmetal limited edition was peak for me, trumped and sub.
@KeepingWatchUK3 күн бұрын
@@Jay-xr3sbThe obvious reply…The Sub is class. I wear mine in London all the time without issue (so far, touch-wood) And no-one really cares. I wear only for myself honestly don’t care what others think. But each their own of course.
@Jay-xr3sb3 күн бұрын
@@KeepingWatchUK fair enough, touch wood indeed
@ALL-il1sw3 күн бұрын
I don't get why a brand like Rolex is continuously compared to a master watchmaker like Omega. Omega actually have horological history and watch making capabilities which is a far cry from the marketing company called Rolex.
@Jay-xr3sb2 күн бұрын
@@ALL-il1sw they do both carry a wide range of mass produced watches, Omega certainly edges out Rolex for movements. Rolex bought out their movement supplier so they can call themselves in-house. If you really want to flex a movement go with JLC or Lange.
@keithburford85893 күн бұрын
I own the perfect ' Summer ' Planet Ocean. Ref 2209-50-00. Orange Bezel 42mm from 2010 and a Seamaster 2254-50 ' Peter Blake ' 41mm from 2009. Both of which over the years Omega have managed to bugger up by increasing the thickness to being akin to wearing a land mine on the wrist with an 'oh look at me ' blingy ceramic bezel. Yes I have tried all the various releases of both models over the past 15 years or so and to me neither have come close to my 'Oldies'. But as ever each to their own I guess.
@hypnotoads3 күн бұрын
The original 42mm PO D movement. You really don't need anything else.
@Jay-xr3sb3 күн бұрын
Perfect size. Got an orange and the black liquidmetal.
@robynsjp3 күн бұрын
I opted for 4 preowned sword hands SMP 300 years ago, I call it "the deep" segment of my collection : the Peter Blake, the Electric Blue, the titanium blue and the titanium black, all sword hands. I spent a total of 10K on them. I added a 1500 SuperOcean Abyss on rubber and glidelock, and feel there's no need for more active divers in my collection. I may add a couple in "the memories" (my vintage collection), and in "the fun" (my allrounders). There's 2 more segments which are complete : "the heritage" and "the formals". "The memories " are the soul of my collection.
@markusf69643 күн бұрын
The regular PO has so many issues: to thick and bulky, outside AR coating on the crystal scratches and looks bad after a while in water, the liquid metal bezel is kind of difficult to read and the minute markers after 15 minutes virtually do not exists. Using a NATO strap is a no-go because its so thick and top heavy. Better luxury dive watches: SMP300, GlashuetteOriginal SeaQ,JLC Polaris, Rolex SeaDweller. A Citizen NY0040 is a more logical option for dive watch. I would rather by and Aqua Terra or De Ville for everyday wear with the money.
@Jay-xr3sb3 күн бұрын
Diver don't actually use them
@alexpiptom3 күн бұрын
Thick and bulky? Do you have spaghetti arms? Get to the gym! 💪
@simonwright68823 күн бұрын
I reaceantly aquired the po 39.5 blue dial and it doesn't disappoint. For me it's the best diver out there for a 6.5 inch wrist. With bb58 coming in second.
@jameshoward97003 күн бұрын
Nice new strap there - works well. I owned a white dial/orange bezel 43.5 and really like it: great bracelet that compared well with my Subs and Sea-Dwellers; brilliant lume; very accurate and really excellent standard of finish. Barely lost any money at resale. I only sold it to free up box space and it went because the bezel action and date window just annoyed me (petty gripes, but hey...). I'd like to see a toned-down PO with a classic, tool watch vibe (really drawing down on their '60s heritage), with full quarter arabics. For me, the size was fine, but 42mm would be no loss - it is in theory a full pro diver, so it should be big. But the current PO range is getting tired. Beyond the Speedy Pro, I think Omega have leant too much into obvious, trend-led design; which exactly like IWC is crude and chintzy and is starting to dilute their great strengths and heritage. Time to reset, Omega: cull SKUs and get back to basics.
@michaelfierman32563 күн бұрын
That grey one is super stealthy. I do not have a PO. Aqua Terra guy here ✌🏻
@thegorn3 күн бұрын
“Planet Ocean” and “value” are polar opposites, especially at retail. Pre-Owned is the only way to go. The design needs an overhaul - it’s not as cohesive a design as it could be. It’s also far too thick. Speaking as a former owner of the current 43.5m model.
@mjdm19252 күн бұрын
I guess you won’t ever get a “new” wife. All the time used 😣
@roccomezzogiorno97953 күн бұрын
Is it too big?
@matt7683 күн бұрын
Are they planning to release more colors in 41mm with the new bracelet?
@Kupet314 күн бұрын
Great tips! Were you using Bergeon 1.6mm?
@SaltBhj4 күн бұрын
The Aqua Terra Shades have a great bracelet!
@FC-yr3be4 күн бұрын
Planet ocean is the perfect watch.
@mzamudio4 күн бұрын
new subscriber! great, thorough, honest, and level-headed video. looking forward to more.
@00VII5 күн бұрын
About times for Omega do it better. Need more other colour. Done with older style.
@dado3805 күн бұрын
Aquaterra yes,speedmaster yes but Omega Seamaster is probably the most ugly diving watch ever.
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This video was exactly what I was looking for. TY
July 2,2024 - watching your video wearing my 18 month old green dial PRX . it is in my rotation with a couple R watches - it is a great piece , great price rate. ~ JDS/CT
I don’t own a Speedmaster which is beyond my means but I bought a Bulova Lunar Pilot for its Apollo 15 story. I enjoy looking at its caseback which states the mission details. I don’t use the stopwatch to time rocket burn but I do use it to time my soft boiled eggs. Precision matters…😊
Weird question, but what of brand of sweater is that in your wrist shot?
It's a Charles Tyrwhitt Merino sweater. Highly recommend.
@@TheEnglishWatch Love it. I have their full zip merino cardigan, but will need to add some classic v-necks to the rotation.
Blue Hydro conquest Longines Longines Why ? older Company more reliable cost less looks better. It’s the money. It’s the history too many fake Rolex’s
OMEGA is losing there way, with too many options. I believe, it would be better to simplify choices, have a clear path ,to established classics that are timeless,and concentrate on Quality Control.
I have the 43.5mm PO 600m with black ceramic dial and bezel, I love it. I wear it everyday and noticed I was putting some scratches in the bracelet and clasp so to preserve the bracelet I took the bracelet off and replaced it with an Omega black with orange trim rubber dive strap, the same strap as the black one in the video except with orange trim, I think it looks amazing, the black with orange trim compliments the black dial and bezel and the orange Seamaster logo on the dial as well as the orange tip of the seconds hand, the rubber strap also makes the watch a lot lighter feeling to wear.
Planet oceans are great watches. I was after the orange bezel insert version back in the day. I ended up buying the omega 300 automatic pierce Brosnan Golden eye watch. And never got round to getting the planet ocean. They are still available so you never know 😀👍.
I owned the first edition of the omega Aqua terra black dial 39mm automatic watch. These new versions are nice. But to me they seem to be more a dress watch. Tho older models were more brushed steel/ less shiny and more adaptable to wear on different occasions. I will have to see one in the AD to get a better idea.
great vid for a great range of watches.....absolutely love the omega loopless integrated rubber/leather strap system..... and like you prefer navy blue watches rather than the more funky special release colours! loving the new strap on your OG!
I tried the 38mm gloss black dial watch on at my local boutique over the weekend, and it's a very nice watch. Definitely on my shortlist. It's even better looking in person, the handset and applied logo look even better than in the photos..
I never should have sold my PO. I’ll get another one someday.
It takes standard coin cell batteries?! What the hell?!
I have the white dial SMP300 on the SS strap and the Blue PO Chrono on the blue leather strap with rubber lining, which I am not convinced is a waterproof strap. I’ve had conflicting answers from Omega dealers too, but seems to be ridiculous to put a non waterproof strap on a 600m diver watch 🤷♂️ Have a few Speedies too, including an Apollo 8, which was your ‘fault’ after a review of a friend’s watch, IIRC. Omega are getting into Rolex territory IMHO (availability, price & dealer games), so have not purchased any more!! I remember Omega saying everyone ordering a Snoopy would get one within a year, but I’m still waiting for mine and I ordered almost as soon as release 😂 Just purchased my first Christopher Ward, a C60 Atoll 300 in reef blue, on the blue aquaflex strap!!! It’s a very summery watch, which I am really enjoying currently, and the timekeeping is top notch (1sec/day)
Design is overdue, we need new design of this.
The black 43.5 is my go to watch. Put on a OEM all black rubber strap. Perfect for the great weather here in Hawaii.
I don’t know why they got rid of so many variations of the Seamaster 600m GMT! They need to bring back the 43mm GMT with more options again.
OG Planet Ocean was the best of all imho 42mm slimmer and better looking 🙌
Amazing thanks so much
The 2201.50 is the PO for me. Love it. I assume they’ll wait to release updated Seamasters when they slim their movements. They know to be even more competitive they need to do this.
I got the 8906 PO on strap, it woar to high , I called Omega and purchased the bracelet, so much better, the gloss dial gives it a blacker than black appearance , black n white bezel and white gold applied hour markers and hands, eye dazzling but a chunky monkey,
Love my 43.5 Blue. Yeah, it is big, but honetly thought the hour hand looked too stubby on the 39. Didn't think I could get through that once I thought it so went for the bigger size. Been eyeing up the rubber straps for a while now. Fantastic watch.
I checked out the gray model in a boutique. It's extremely nice, but not for me. I decided on the Planet Ocean Oreo. Love the black/white bezel. Amazing watch! I always look forward to wearing it.
I love the look of this GMT, but in 43.5mm and 17mm think with the steel bracelet, I think it's the weight that would be the limiting factor for me.
Thanks for the reference number for the new blue strap. I have the PO with an orange bezel and white dial. I have to check if there is also a black version of the new strap. The Omega site isn't really helpful on this matter. I simply entered 3 as the last digit instead of 2 and it appears to be the reference number for the black strap. Also I agree with you: The PO ist an awesome summer watch!!
I just picked up the black dial PO last week, more awesome than expected. It joins my blue dial SMP from 2007 and my black dial Aqua Terra from two years ago.
I've got 3 POs, the 2018 olympic blue/red model, the black/orange 3d generation and the full fat orange/gray chrono. Honestly, I wear the chrono more than the other two. I think they're proper heritage model, advancing the design of the old seamaster 300 of the 1960s.
Too thick and PO bracelets are awful. Better off with an £1k SPB Seiko with an aftermarket bracelet/ Strap.
how are PO bracelets awful exactly? sure looks better than the no taper seamaster 300 diver bracelet no?
Would you ever consider a micro watch brand ? If so which one would you go for ?
Hi Andy, love the format of your videos!! I've been an Omega fanboy since the mid 90's and in fact still own the original Bond quartz Seamaster 300 Pro. I have a number of watches but I'm currently on the hunt for the grade 5 titanium Planet Ocean GMT. These are thick watches but you like what you like I guess!?!
It’s your money, your taste. I love the pre-2016 ti PO. Nearly bought one in NYC a few years back.
@@TheEnglishWatch Totally agree the Ti construction offsets the size/thickness/weight of the PO. I came close to pulling the trigger myself but went for the OG blue worldtimer. Not sure I made the right choice there!?! 😁.
Problem with the PO range is Omega absolutely nailed it with the original lineup in 2008 and it’s been downhill ever since. My 2201.50 bought in 2010 is still my favourite watch and a steal at £1,750
Nice , I preferred the Pelagos LHD myself so I fought that but PO are great. I'm against chronographs on dive watch, it makes the dial.harder to read and visibility is one of the main purposes , regardless of the brand.
These models need seriously updating in every respect, ugly, thick, heavy and oversized. This is where Tudor is killing it atm.
Comparing Tudor watches with their awful aluminium bezels with omega is like comparing Ferrari to Volvo
@@alexpiptom Don't be silly Pip. I'm wearing a Tudor atm with ceramic bezel 🥳
The PO is a chunky watch. The Pelagos wears more like the Heritage 300 or SM Diver 300. You either love or hate the bezel and HE valve on the SM Diver 300.
ugly? personal taste. Too thick? Maybe on paper. But the PO in particular looks flatter on the wrist than many Tudors (funny that u chose Tudors as a comparison) or a Sea Dweller. This is because the side case of the PO has a design line (brushed and polished) that perfectly conceals the height, 1 mm makes up the curved sapphire crystal and overall the watch sits well on the wrist. I've had a lot of Tudor watches on my wrist and was often about to buy one. But honestly, in real life, they don't look as high-quality as Omega and Rolex watches. This is my personal opinion. I think they look a bit cheap.
@@alexpiptom omega uses aluminium bezels too...moonwatch, NTTD seamaster, seamaster 300 heritage...
Love my 8900 PO. I only wear it on the bracelet though as I feel it needs the heft of the bracelet to balance the chunky head.
Totally agree 👍
Agree. Have the rubber strap but use the bracelet 99% of the time. It does need that weight to balance the head.
Too big, thick & expensive. Ugly HEV, tiny date, muted colour scheme & odd mixing of dive style markers with 6, 9, 12 ‘Explorer-type’ numerals. The Sub you had was miles ahead.
Sub is the most generic dive watch in existence. It's nice but a tad dull and you can't wear one in London without getting mugged. It's the watch u buy for impressing others, that smug flex. Agree the PO has gotten too big. I prefer the 2500 generation at 42mm, the gloss blank liquidmetal limited edition was peak for me, trumped and sub.
@@Jay-xr3sbThe obvious reply…The Sub is class. I wear mine in London all the time without issue (so far, touch-wood) And no-one really cares. I wear only for myself honestly don’t care what others think. But each their own of course.
@@KeepingWatchUK fair enough, touch wood indeed
I don't get why a brand like Rolex is continuously compared to a master watchmaker like Omega. Omega actually have horological history and watch making capabilities which is a far cry from the marketing company called Rolex.
@@ALL-il1sw they do both carry a wide range of mass produced watches, Omega certainly edges out Rolex for movements. Rolex bought out their movement supplier so they can call themselves in-house. If you really want to flex a movement go with JLC or Lange.
I own the perfect ' Summer ' Planet Ocean. Ref 2209-50-00. Orange Bezel 42mm from 2010 and a Seamaster 2254-50 ' Peter Blake ' 41mm from 2009. Both of which over the years Omega have managed to bugger up by increasing the thickness to being akin to wearing a land mine on the wrist with an 'oh look at me ' blingy ceramic bezel. Yes I have tried all the various releases of both models over the past 15 years or so and to me neither have come close to my 'Oldies'. But as ever each to their own I guess.
The original 42mm PO D movement. You really don't need anything else.
Perfect size. Got an orange and the black liquidmetal.
I opted for 4 preowned sword hands SMP 300 years ago, I call it "the deep" segment of my collection : the Peter Blake, the Electric Blue, the titanium blue and the titanium black, all sword hands. I spent a total of 10K on them. I added a 1500 SuperOcean Abyss on rubber and glidelock, and feel there's no need for more active divers in my collection. I may add a couple in "the memories" (my vintage collection), and in "the fun" (my allrounders). There's 2 more segments which are complete : "the heritage" and "the formals". "The memories " are the soul of my collection.
The regular PO has so many issues: to thick and bulky, outside AR coating on the crystal scratches and looks bad after a while in water, the liquid metal bezel is kind of difficult to read and the minute markers after 15 minutes virtually do not exists. Using a NATO strap is a no-go because its so thick and top heavy. Better luxury dive watches: SMP300, GlashuetteOriginal SeaQ,JLC Polaris, Rolex SeaDweller. A Citizen NY0040 is a more logical option for dive watch. I would rather by and Aqua Terra or De Ville for everyday wear with the money.
Diver don't actually use them
Thick and bulky? Do you have spaghetti arms? Get to the gym! 💪
I reaceantly aquired the po 39.5 blue dial and it doesn't disappoint. For me it's the best diver out there for a 6.5 inch wrist. With bb58 coming in second.
Nice new strap there - works well. I owned a white dial/orange bezel 43.5 and really like it: great bracelet that compared well with my Subs and Sea-Dwellers; brilliant lume; very accurate and really excellent standard of finish. Barely lost any money at resale. I only sold it to free up box space and it went because the bezel action and date window just annoyed me (petty gripes, but hey...). I'd like to see a toned-down PO with a classic, tool watch vibe (really drawing down on their '60s heritage), with full quarter arabics. For me, the size was fine, but 42mm would be no loss - it is in theory a full pro diver, so it should be big. But the current PO range is getting tired. Beyond the Speedy Pro, I think Omega have leant too much into obvious, trend-led design; which exactly like IWC is crude and chintzy and is starting to dilute their great strengths and heritage. Time to reset, Omega: cull SKUs and get back to basics.
That grey one is super stealthy. I do not have a PO. Aqua Terra guy here ✌🏻
“Planet Ocean” and “value” are polar opposites, especially at retail. Pre-Owned is the only way to go. The design needs an overhaul - it’s not as cohesive a design as it could be. It’s also far too thick. Speaking as a former owner of the current 43.5m model.
I guess you won’t ever get a “new” wife. All the time used 😣
Is it too big?
Are they planning to release more colors in 41mm with the new bracelet?
Great tips! Were you using Bergeon 1.6mm?
The Aqua Terra Shades have a great bracelet!
Planet ocean is the perfect watch.
new subscriber! great, thorough, honest, and level-headed video. looking forward to more.
About times for Omega do it better. Need more other colour. Done with older style.
Aquaterra yes,speedmaster yes but Omega Seamaster is probably the most ugly diving watch ever.