Omega Aqua Terra 8500 vs Omega Aqua Terra 8900

In this video I’m going to compare these two watches: the Omega Aqua Terra with caliber 8500 and the Omega Aqua Terra with caliber 8900. I just wanted to make a quick side by side comparison between these two because when I was trying to decide which one to get, it was very hard to decide without seeing every detail and difference between them.

[@rjs6124]

I just bought the 8500 yesterday and she is so beautiful. I did a few months of research and i think the vertical line on the dial and with the date positioned at 3 o’clock gives a better finishing the watch. But still the 8900 is also a beauty.

[@LochTaupo]

This is precisely the video I’ve been looking for, a side by side comparison with the blue face. Thank you.

[@anotherwatchguy]

Glad I could help! 😁

[@sbogajce]

Very good and primarily useful video for all watch lovers who might have a dilemma which one of these two beautiful Omegas to choose. Well done!

[@RAYMO581]

The date on the new watch is far sharper and stands out more .

[@anotherwatchguy]

That is true, but maybe you're like me and like the date that doesn't stand out that much... Is a personal preference 😁

[@crewcheck3122]

I originally wanted the 8500, but the dealer in my smaller city only had 8900. I watched this video and actually decided the 8900 was the one i preferred. I love the slightly more matte finish on the 8900 dial, as well as the varying size of the horizontal lines. Been wearing the 8900 with a steel band as my every day watch for about a month now. Thank you for the help!

[@anotherwatchguy]

Glad I could help! 😁

[@imranbecks]

I have the 8500.. Its beautiful! Vertical teak is just better looking imo 😊 By the way, great video showing them both side by side... The blue dial on both is just stunning!

[@johnulmerRacing]

I'm still on the fence on which one I like better. I have the 8500 Davis Love Ryder Cup AT, with the vertical teak. I love it, but I keep finding myself drawn to the newer one with the horizontal teak. It's a frustrating dilemna.

[@imranbecks]

@@johnulmerRacing One year later since my original comment, I still prefer my 8500 Aqua Terra. I just can't stand the horizontal teak for some reason. It's either vertical teak or no teak at all for me.

[@johnulmerRacing]

@@imranbecks Man, I have come full circle on this. I still have my 8500 AT, and wear it more now than I did a year ago. I don't know if it's the vertical teak that attracts me to it, or the blue hands with the gold.second hand.

[@kemosaabe]

Great video. I’d just say to lower the music volume a little when you’re speaking. Keep the videos coming 👍🏼😎

[@anotherwatchguy]

Thanks! 😁 I was thinking of lowering the volume even more, but decided to go with this in the end. I will try something different in the future videos though 😁

[@mar8ins]

I love how the crown elegantly sinks in to the case on older model

[@hodad924]

The horizontal lines stand out much more than the verts and add more to the luxurious appeal

[@alessandroandrico100]

I have got your same 8500 and I am so proud of that watch, but the new green dial is fabolous...

[@anotherwatchguy]

I agree, green looks stunning! 😁

[@tomasinacovell4293]

I'd go with older one, but the original dials had some balance and symmetricality that both of these lack, it's a deal breaker to me although I love the vertical lined dials.

[@flopiano2000]

Nice one, pretty useful. One important thing is missing: the comparison between the two movements, which are quite different.

[@anotherwatchguy]

Thank you. As far as movements go, the only difference between them is METAS certification 😊

[@davidofglenbrook4487]

@@anotherwatchguy In other words, no different at all.

[@anotherwatchguy]

@@davidofglenbrook4487 Exactly 😁

[@istvantoth7431]

Indeed

[@malcpilling7935]

Lovely comparison. I’ve just ordered the 41mm version 👌

[@anotherwatchguy]

Congrats mate! 😁

[@vinoypoppady9315]

You have done a lot of homework for the video. Kudos. The new 8900 is a must own for watch enthusiasts. I hv one and hv worn it since October 2020 , everyday 😁

[@anotherwatchguy]

Thank you! 😁 Glad to hear you are enjoying the new movement! 😁

[@jaegermeister1968]

Both are beautiful watches, but I like the new model better. the date on 6 also looks more balanced.

[@vdan2879]

Vertical teak rules the roost for me

[@checkmate9111]

Beautiful watches - but actually feel the 2500 first generation 39.2mm beats them both in classic looks.

[@michaelfierman3256]

great comparison man!

[@anotherwatchguy]

Thank you! 😁

[@marcusherts9345]

I have the 8500 & changed bracelet for a black leather strap & clasp...looks great 👍

[@mitondo6123]

The AT is a stunning watch.

[@srstaletovic]

Very very happy with video, WELL DONE :)

[@larserikbruun]

For me I would choose the 8900 it speak more to me

[@Dominik-dp7ww]

Is 8900 worth 4,700 euro ? Splendid condition.

[@keith8liu]

This is a very helpful video. Thank you.

[@cristianr.f6465]

Co-axial and master co-axial, difference? (Old Aqua terra cal 8500 and last Aqua terra cal 8500)

[@antoinemozart243]

8900 because of the quick hour adjustment and the power reserve.

[@TheAmericanStranger1]

Great video! I have an opportunity to get a new blue 8500 Skyfall or a new blue 8800. The 8500 is $1,000 more, is it worth it? I like them both, what would you do?

[@anotherwatchguy]

Thank you! 😁 Honestly, they are both great watches, it all comes down to personal preference. For me, I got 8500 and never regreted it, I think it has a bit more of the x factor, the 8900 doesn't pop that much on the wrist to be honest... But hey, it depends what you are going for! 😁

[@TheAmericanStranger1]

@@anotherwatchguy Thanks for the advice!

[@anotherwatchguy]

@@TheAmericanStranger1 No problem! 😁 Let me know what you get in the end! 😁

[@TheAmericanStranger1]

@@anotherwatchguy I just ordered the 8500 skyfall.

[@anotherwatchguy]

@@TheAmericanStranger1 Nice! I'm sure you will enjoy it a lot! 😁

[@jorga.reimer7192]

…and the old one was worn by James Bond in 007 SPECTRE & NO TIME TO DIE!

[@imranbecks]

Yes it was!

[@whisperingdreams3170]

Wow they look great! I was just about to order one then I remembered I'm skint.

[@GFSwinger1693]

While these are nice, I still have to go for the 2503.

[@ncavis]

Thanks for this video👍

[@Drazorig2]

8500 dial looks much better the deeper blue colour is better, also has a lacquered finish, & less prominent teak lines gives far better legibility. Date wheel has better contrast with a black background and white coloured dates. The text is also pure white on the dial & around the chapter ring, again better to read than the 8900 which has a faded grey colour for the text and funky blue text which makes it look childish. The 8500 has a better lug length to dial ratio, also the bezel is thinner. The 8900 looks stumpy and chubby. The bracelet is also better on the 8500, each link is much more curved in shape giving it more dimension, the 8900 bracelet the links are almost flat & 2D. The bracelet thickness is too fat on the 8900 as well making the watch feel fatter. The crown design and gaurd also looks better on the 8500 as it tucks away nicely, the 8900 crown sticks out like a sore thumb. The only thing the 8900 is better at is the movement and placement of the date wheel.

[@elitziri]

Very good summary!

[@CarefreeRambler]

The crown on the new one looks different than the old one too.

[@accuracychannel.7242]

which one is more accurate? I see a few seconds diff between them.

[@oiltecha2177]

Is the new rubber strap fit on old model ?

[@winstonchurchill3597]

The new model (8900) is a Master Chronometer and therefore should keep better time.

[@anotherwatchguy]

Yes, in theory, but not necessarily in practice😁

[@winstonchurchill3597]

@@anotherwatchguy Can't argue with that.

[@ronniep9272]

The 8500 looks more sporty, the 8900 is more dressy.

[@disheuresdis]

Good video

[@udojager2673]

I prefer the old one.

[@anotherwatchguy]

Yeah, me to actually. 😁

[@StormFalcon61]

İ ve got both and i must say old aqua terra is far nicer than new ones. Far betta

[@Longshore79]

Would you say the blue is the same shade on both ?

[@anotherwatchguy]

No, it's a little bit darker on the new one.

[@ExitStrategyNow]

I have chosen the left one ☺️

[@gcsd6158]

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[@ahmadz3769]

👍👌🙏💐

[@bobbydazzler1780]

Could have synchronised those second hands. Call yourself a watch nerd. C’mon, you know. X

[@anotherwatchguy]

Haha, they were synced a day before 😂

[@askay2k]

I have the 8500 and I much prefer the crown guard. But 8900 is more advanced.

[@anotherwatchguy]

What do you mean by more advanced? Movements are basically the same, like the material used.

[@askay2k]

@@anotherwatchguy the anti-magnetic property of it. I also have the 8800, and I cannot express enough how much more freedom I am enjoying when I don't need to worry about magnetic field anymore.

[@anotherwatchguy]

@@askay2k The 8500 is also antimagnetic to the same extent. The only difference between them is METAS certification.

[@askay2k]

@@anotherwatchguy you sure about that, my 8500 is pre master co axial?

[@anotherwatchguy]

@@askay2k Yes. You can even see on the video at 2:55 that the case back has antimagnetic and 15000 Gauss engraved on it 😊

[@omarspost]

No question, the newer one is better. New movement, better ergonomics and increased finishing quality. Can't go wrong.

[@NOTAMV]

Would have been nice if i wasnt blessed with the girliest of girly 6.3 inch wrists.

[@anotherwatchguy]

I feel you bro!

[@NOTAMV]

@@anotherwatchguy No Breitling for us haha. F

[@gshen1985]

old 8500 dial is much more beautiful.

[@omur2360]

for me, definitely vertical lines.

[@StormFalcon61]

İ ve got both and i must say old aqua terra is far nicer than new ones. Far betta