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@jerryyoung6494 Күн бұрын
That’s not a fugu.
@MatthiasHartmann-x9s 2 күн бұрын
Thanks for this video! I am looking to purchase a pre bond.. The piece that you wear on the wrist with the mercedes hands is a 36mm, right? I have a 6.5 inch wrist, my most worn watch is the explorer 36. I am not sure whether I should go mid or full size.. Would love to hear your take..
@omegawatchfan Күн бұрын
Thanks for watching! All the pre bonds I have shown in my videos are the 40mm full size version. My wrist is about the same size as yours and I felt the 36mm of this watch was just too small-looking for me by modern standards. I felt the same way about the 36mm version of the Seamaster 300m too. However, other 36mm watches fit me great, such as the Aqua Terra and Rail master. Based on my experience, I would suggest going for the full size for most people.
@kenamaro3942 6 күн бұрын
Nice video ..killer watches.
@alspiers4537 6 күн бұрын
Nice comparison
@squirrelprooffeeder 6 күн бұрын
brilliant!
@tacticoolgent1784 7 күн бұрын
Did they make a 2564.50 quartz? I have an authentication card with that on it and I'm wondering if they meant 2264.50.
@omegawatchfan 7 күн бұрын
It sounds like they made a mistake on the card, which is definitely not unheard of. If it is a 41mm quartz, then it's a 2264.50. The 36mm version has reference number 2262.50.
@David-ft7xz 7 күн бұрын
I'm tempted by the 231.10.39.21.02.001 (the 38mm automatic with 8500 movement and the silver dial) but the bump on the clasp is really putting my off. I can't see how, in hot weather when my wrist swells, it' s not going to press against the protruding bump and be painful or at least uncomfortable to wear.
@omegawatchfan 7 күн бұрын
The bump on the clasp may be the single biggest weakness of this watch (or the lack of micro-adjust). I can say that the discomfort for me is most connected to the clasp release buttons and I have observed significant variation between my Aqua Terras in that regard. My white dial one has very sharp corners on the actual buttons which make the watch uncomfortable after a while, while my blue dial one has nicely rounded edges to the clasp buttons and is a lot more comfortable.
@montys8th 8 күн бұрын
I own 10 Seamasters and the 2254.50 is the last one I would ever let go of. Right now its that and my black no date SMP from 2024
@aces78s 10 күн бұрын
Are the bracelet links solid or hollow?
@omegawatchfan 10 күн бұрын
All the bracelet links are solid
@aces78s 10 күн бұрын
@ do you think £747 (~$930 usd) is a decent price for a ‘93 all stainless steel, sword hand, quartz mid size?
@TastyOil 12 күн бұрын
I ordered this one and it's in the mail currently. It's a 38mm and will be my first omega
@omegawatchfan 10 күн бұрын
Congrats!
@t.k.6481 13 күн бұрын
I am looking at both versions but I am confused. The Ads on Chrono says the 2016 is the Master Co-Axial and the 2021 says Co-Axial. Did you say the Master was more recent?
@omegawatchfan 10 күн бұрын
Omega's nomenclature is very confusing. The Aqua Terra with 8500 movement (dating from around 2008) initially did not say "master" on the dial because they did not have magnetic resistance. Even though there was a minor change to the movement in 2011 offering some magnetic resistance, the dial writing remained the same. Then around 2013, the 8500 movement was further upgraded to have 15,000 gauss magnetic resistance and the dial started reading "Master Co-axial". When the newer 8900 movement came out (year 2017), these movements were METAS certified (a certification process created by Omega which includes anti-magnetic certification) and these watches will say "Co-axial Master Chronometer" on their dials.
@daveschaller9259 14 күн бұрын
I have this watch. I bought it in the Los Angeles jewelry market in 2001 for about $1K out the door. It has been an awesome watch that I have worn nearly everyday. The only downside has been the band. I have the five link version and I've lost count at how many pins I've had to replace. My watch guy in La Jolla said the band on this generation leaves a lot to be desired. I recently picked up a used Planet Ocean GMT. When I took it to my watch builder to have bracelet links added, he remarked on the quality of the new style band and in-house movement on the new watch. Regardless, my original SMP is a keeper; although I would like to update the bracelet in the future to a three link. I agree with so many others who remarked, Omega got it right with this one. I think it's timeless and worthy of a permanent place in their catalog.
@omegawatchfan 13 күн бұрын
Thanks for the comment! I'm probably in the minority, but I actually prefer the 5-link (Bond) bracelet compared to the 3-link (Speedy style) because it happens to be more comfortable for me. And while the newer screw-link bracelets are more solid, I find these older ones more enjoyable to wear because they are not as chunky and have more rounded edges. The loose pins are a real issue though. I once had one of these go flying off my wrist when I swung my arm because a pin had fallen out. The watch was unscathed but it could have been much worse if it had fallen off unnoticed. It's good practice to check on the pins every now and then with something like a paper clip to catch a loose one before it becomes a problem.
@TheLegendofIreland 14 күн бұрын
2220.80.00 was used in Casino Royale(worn by Daniel Craig in casino scene)
@professorBoulevard 16 күн бұрын
You really milked these watches for videos 😢
@carlocadena9925 16 күн бұрын
Tengo uno idéntico y otro sin maquina y bisel.
@carlocadena9925 16 күн бұрын
El inser del bisel es original?
@omegawatchfan 16 күн бұрын
Si, es original
@David-ft7xz 16 күн бұрын
Have you had any hands-on with the Omega Railmaster? Specifically the latest iteration with the black dial and fauxtina indices?
@omegawatchfan 16 күн бұрын
Only with the older one from the mid 2000s, which was exactly like a 1st Gen Aqua Terra, with different dial and no date. The new one appears to me that it would wear like the equivalent Aqua Terra as well, but the dial and less high polished finish give it a more tool watch look. From what I see on the secondary market, they seem like one of the best deals out there for modern Omega. Would like to try one out someday.
@Dastov77 18 күн бұрын
It’s more versatile without the bezel, makes it look much dressier. Smaller and easier wearing too, but still a gorgeous watch w 120m of water resistance.
@roachasaurus2020 18 күн бұрын
How's it holding up now?
@omegawatchfan 16 күн бұрын
It hasn't had any issues, though I've probably only worn it maybe 50 days over the past year.
@mrd7051 22 күн бұрын
If you find it hard to get the hook in when the watch is on.Hook it in off the wrist then slip it over your hand to put it on.
@omegawatchfan 16 күн бұрын
That's a good tip. Unfortunately the generic strap I tried was assembled incorrectly (I found other reviews which confirmed it) and so it was abnormally difficult to secure the buckle.
@RM-iu9bw 26 күн бұрын
Fantastic pickup, proper underrated watches that are finally getting more recognition. These two tones are absolutely stunning, i own one of these on the two tone bracelet and it is my favourite Seamaster by a significant margin. As you mentioned the perfect thickness, and particularly the comfort on the wrist puts all of the later Seamaster 300m divers to shame. The fact that these come with all those different crowns, hands, case backs and clasps make these incredibly interesting to me. Mine has the Mercedes hands too, but apart from that it has the ‘new’ crown, single piece caseback and double clasp. Seeing as yours is possibly one of the earlier ones, does it have the thermocompensated 1441 in it as well? I read that those movements were put in these Pre Bonds for less then a year, would be one helluva pickup.
@omegawatchfan 24 күн бұрын
Thank you! I also enjoy the variations with these watches thanks to the changes in the crown, etc. I think the one-piece caseback in particular was a very nice improvement and they seem to be much less common than the older caseback based on what is available for sale. I have not opened this one yet, but when it is time for a battery change I will find out and post my findings. My regular steel version (with the old crown, hands, clasp, and caseback) came to me non-working so I immediately opened that one up and it unfortunately did not have the 1441.
@RM-iu9bw 24 күн бұрын
@@omegawatchfan Nice! Definitely keep me updated on that movement should you find the time to do so! One other question if you don’t mind me asking, did this watch receive a new bezel/ bezel insert at some point? I recently purchased a NOS replacement case for mine, and i noticed that the hue of the gold bezel insert markings are a ‘brighter’ hue than they are on my original one. Based on this video, it seems like your bezel markings also appear to ‘pop’ a lot more than the gold of the bezel itself in a similar manner. My original bezel insert markings have a colour that is pretty much identical to the gold of the bezel, i found it quite an interesting observation.
@carlocadena9925 16 күн бұрын
@@RM-iu9bw El insert no creo que sea el original
@RM-iu9bw 4 күн бұрын
@@carlocadena9925 So my new replacement case for my pre bond arrived today. It is a ‘NOS’ part that my Omega watchmaker had in stock, and it does also have the same exact colour of bezel insert as the one in this video! When i compare it to my old one, there is indeed a distinct colour difference of the gold. Both the bezel insert markings and the gold itself seem to be a lot more vibrant on the new case. I actually like it a lot!
@David-ft7xz 28 күн бұрын
You mentioned in your video review of the Planet Ocean that the bezels in the SMPs can get harder to turn as they age; have you found that to be the case with this version of the SMP?
@omegawatchfan 27 күн бұрын
The problem with the SMP bezel is the scalloped edges don't provide a great surface to grab when turning the bezel (particularly if your hand is wet or wearing gloves, etc.) and when the high points of the scalloping are worn down, which occurs after many years of wear, this problem gets worse. This is less of an issue on the SMPc because the bezel is thicker on these watches in order to accommodate the ceramic insert. Being thicker, there is more area to grab on the SMPc bezel and it is easier to turn. I have not handled a very heavily worn SMPc so I'm not sure how that would change things. Generally speaking, the scalloped bezels look nice but they are not ideal in function. Not a deal breaker for me though since I love most other aspects of the SMP.
@SkuttleBug1974 29 күн бұрын
I never even knew this watch existed. Imma go look for one…
@omegawatchfan 27 күн бұрын
I didn't know about them for a long time too, they don't get the attention they deserve.
@TheJM13 29 күн бұрын
Hello,what kind of adesive do you take?Thanks
@LewyPick Ай бұрын
Beautiful! And I don’t think I’ve ever seen someone wearing this out in the wild.
@omegawatchfan 29 күн бұрын
Thanks! I hope the 200m gains more popularity with collectors, it's a beautiful design. My hope is that Omega revisits it in the future with a remake, now that there seems to be more interest in integrated bracelet watches.
@user-kw1rs6qn7b Ай бұрын
The one thing I would say that I disagree with you is " saying that the quality is below the Hamilton bracelet".... I would say that the feel/texture/touch is different from the Hamilton or any other bracelet due to its purpose. This bracelet is so comfortable but much thinner that any other bracelet I've ever worn. It's truly different but super comfortable. Other than that, I truly enjoy the video. And thanks to you, I have one on my Pre-2018 no wave black dial. Cheers.
@GaryJohnston-j6t Ай бұрын
Did james bond use the120 m
@omegawatchfan Ай бұрын
As far as I know, he did not. The Omega-Bond association began with GoldenEye which came out shortly after the launch of the Seamaster Professional 300m watch. Bond wore the 300m in that movie and in later films, the Aqua Terra as well. I did a little video about Omega watches Bond has worn if you're interested: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mWS3o3ase8SdoqM
@favoritethings3065 Ай бұрын
Great video and nice review of the first gen AQ
@omegawatchfan Ай бұрын
Thank you
@BoccaccioAC Ай бұрын
I still prefer the first gen. It’s more elegant. The case isn’t that rounded. And last but not least: todays prices are just insane. I am not willing to spent 6000€ on a watch.
@omegawatchfan Ай бұрын
I agree the thinness of the 1st Gen and the flowing lines of the case and lugs really make it an altogether very elegant watch, more so than the subsequent versions. And yes, considering the absurd pricing today, they are a much better deal.
@David-ft7xz Ай бұрын
Is the bump on the clasp very noticeable when wearing the older watch or is it something you forget about after a while? I'm presuming as well that it's the same on the older version of the 8500 model - the one with the frame around the date window?
@omegawatchfan Ай бұрын
The bump is not very noticeable but the clasp buttons can be, although it varies from watch to watch. On my blue dial one, the corners of the clasp button are not sharp but on my white dial one, they are very sharp and can be irritating. I think it is just a matter of some variation in the finishing of each watch.
@David-ft7xz Ай бұрын
If you had to pick one Aqua Terra model of the one's you've handled, which one would you choose?
@omegawatchfan Ай бұрын
The blue dial 8500 movement, 41mm size. The dial color is subtle but distinctive and beautiful, and it goes very well with the rest of the design. I also like the case shape of those more than the newer 8900/8800 series. And between 38.5mm and 41mm, I prefer the larger one because I like the proportion of diameter to thickness more on that one (watch feels thinner due to the extra diameter), and I also prefer the 20mm lug width (as opposed to 19mm on the smaller one).
@drazenbabich Ай бұрын
The only element the lastest lacques black dial model draws from the 1st gen is the gloss dial, nothing else,. They couldn't be more different. I have all three Gens and prefer the Gen 2 with verical lines dial and Speedmaster type crown guard. Omega has been recently on a crusade to shorten lugs on pretty much all their Seamaster and Speedmaster models to make them more 'wearable' for smaller wrists, but by doing that they have also changed the original elongated geometry of lyre lugs, they definitelly look now more stubbier and less elegant. My personal view, btw...that's all.
@omegawatchfan Ай бұрын
That is also why I prefer the 2nd generation (8500 movement) AT over the newer one. I feel many reviewers are indifferent to the change in the lug length, but I immediately noticed that difference when I got the 8900 AT. The watch is more 'stumpy' as compared to the more graceful lugs on the prior versions. I do believe the short lugs improve wearability as the 8900 is an extremely comfortable watch, but that comfort comes at the expense of aesthetics.
@evh4611 Ай бұрын
Got the 2531.80 and 2254.50 both. Love m
@omegawatchfan Ай бұрын
Two fantastic watches for sure!
@evh4611 Ай бұрын
Have the 2531.80 and the 2254.50 both. Love m
@welcome2paridice824 Ай бұрын
Nice video, the lighter the better when it comes to watch bands. At least to me.
@omegawatchfan Ай бұрын
Thanks. The heavy bands are impressive upon first impression, but I believe a lot of people (myself included) stop wearing them after a while as they're just not very comfortable.
@kenamaro3942 Ай бұрын
I'm 3 years late I guess. That's a beautiful watch and I think that it looks killer on the black band. The curvature and thickness at the spring bar gives it a much sturdier look and I suppose it actually is Very nice.
@omegawatchfan Ай бұрын
Thank you! And it's not late...I still have this watch and band combo.
@ramsfan709 Ай бұрын
The people who are judging this watch are the people who can afford rhe rolexs etc
@omegawatchfan Ай бұрын
Maybe so, there's a lot of snobbery in the watch world for sure.
@anthonyonline4740 Ай бұрын
Cheers If you didn't know, they're starting to do tool free quick adjust on the clasps!!
@omegawatchfan Ай бұрын
I had no idea...that would be a great addition. Citizen has offered them on many of their low cost offerings for years, which I interpret to mean it does not add that much cost to the manufacturing process. At this point, quick adjust clasps really should be ubiquitous.
@the.magnus Ай бұрын
How much did u pay for OEM bezel? Did omega provide just the blue inset or the silver outer bezel ring too? Thanks so much
@omegawatchfan Ай бұрын
About $200, it included the entire outer bezel and blue inset. If you are replacing a bezel, you could sell the old one to recoup some of the cost.
@mooeycaliente 2 ай бұрын
Helped a lot. Thanks!
@LewyPick 2 ай бұрын
Great video! But I don’t think anyone would oppose if you continued doing mostly omega seamaster reviews!
@omegawatchfan 2 ай бұрын
Thank you! I'll definitely continue to do Seamaster reviews in addition to the other stuff.
@ericgabriel3902 2 ай бұрын
First :) Nice one
@omegawatchfan 2 ай бұрын
Thanks! It's a great watch
@josephah2000 2 ай бұрын
Those are all nice! I have the 2254 and it is my dream watch!
@tomskimcdouglegaming806 2 ай бұрын
Is the coin edge portion of the bezel actually bronze? Or it just anodized aluminium?
@omegawatchfan 2 ай бұрын
I never considered that possibility, always assumed it was bronze but I am not certain.
@tomalophicon 2 ай бұрын
@@omegawatchfan thanks
@gomuscup2162 2 ай бұрын
My wife bought me this watch one month ago and I love it ! It’s my dream watch ! One of the best looking seamaster ni doubt !
@ericgabriel3902 2 ай бұрын
These always interested me. Nice to see them on a decent size wrist. BTW - your channel is pretty much responsible for the fact that I know have three Seamaster Professional 300m in 41mm :). My next one: plongeur de luxe Seamaster 120 worn by Jacques Mayol. Do you have one of those? There are pretty much no videos regarding this watch - hint :)
@omegawatchfan 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for the comment! I hope you enjoy all the Seamasters you have collected. They are a bit of an addiction for me I must admit. I do not have the Plongeur De Luxe, but they are great looking watches with real history as well. Similar to the 200m, I believe they would be a hit if they were ever reissued by Omega.
@rcthor1066 2 ай бұрын
I have this exact watch. This is the best version of the SMP - it's also one of the best looking watches Omega have ever made.
@omegawatchfan 2 ай бұрын
I agree with you that the SMPc is truly a beautiful watch. It has been overshadowed by the newer model, but I think the SMPc is better looking and better proportioned too. It is also more impressive looking than the prior generation SMP. All-in-all a great watch.
@jestruck 2 ай бұрын
Exactly the one my father had only with gold parts. Looking at yours wearing it bring me many memories. my father was driving with the window down and arm outside cuz he liked to smoke. Watch got loose and another car run over it. I want one to keep the memory.
@omegawatchfan 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing the memory. These watches are thankfully still around (particularly the quartz variety) in decent numbers including the two-tone versions, so you could definitely locate one if you wanted.
@the1beard 2 ай бұрын
The Older smaller one is way better in every way .. the newer model is garish and bigger ..I'd get the onld one every time
@fishpezz 2 ай бұрын
Great video! Thank you for sharing
@omegawatchfan 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!