Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra: The Perfect Sports Watch for Any Wrist

[@Nahduge]

Enjoy! I've had this exact reference for 4 months and don't regret it one bit.

[@JamesCarian]

It's such and easy wear and honestly would be a great 1-watch collection. Covers all the basics as an everyday piece.

[@UCZ15]

Is it legible when theres a lot of glare/reflection?

[@JamesCarian]

@@UCZ15 well it doesn't have any sort of anti-reflective sapphire or anything, but I'd say it does pretty well with that. Also kind of depends on the dial/color scheme. The dark gray hour markers are probably a bit better than if you'd have a different reference with the lighter ones. Definitely good contrast between the dial/hands/indices.

[@Nahduge]

@@JamesCarian it's actually AR coated on both sides of the crystal.

[@JamesCarian]

@@Nahduge thanks for that, I wasn't aware!

[@jasonm950]

Enjoy!

[@TheAngerman77]

It has a quick set date function

[@PiEndsWith0]

Had the blue dial one in the 90s. Great all purpose watch, fully agree! The white dial looks better, I must say.

[@JamesCarian]

They have so many great dials with the AT! Could easily see having a collection of a few of them just to give yourself different color options. Excellent balance of modern look and sporty style, and superb performance.

[@marcod.r.3299]

so how did you do that, owning it in the 90s? the Aqua Terra line exists since 2002...

[@jodysilvia2]

Nice piece, congratulations on your new acquisition.

[@JamesCarian]

Thanks Joe!

[@Valera_Scotland]

I've owned the Speedy but found it too big. Owned the original Aqua Terra in black, but a little plain I'm down to just my G shock now, but this 38mm beauty in the white colour option, is definitely my absolute grail (unless rolex call me about that 36mm black Oyster Perpetual!) This omega is a star. I do wish they went for the solid case back, like om the 40mm Railmaster ... that would be my perfect watch... but as we watch geeks know, there is no perfect watch. That's what keeps us coming back for more ❤️‍🔥

[@JamesCarian]

I'm still trying to fall in love with a Speedy...so far ironically I actually like the all black Moonswatch version 😂 but haven't been able to get into the actual professional models. It's the AT for me that represents the best of Omega. The Globemasters are nice too. Looking at going to a blue dial day-date AT later in the year.

[@michaelfierman3256]

Oh nice! Glad I looked at your older episodes. I have this same watch. Bought it on the leather and then bought the bracelet. Looks cool on the rubber. I gotta say I love this watch. The handset is so well executed as well as the way the dial shimmers. Cheers

[@JamesCarian]

Yes Omega has made some super nice contrasting dials with the AT models. I probably could've gone with 41 on this one, it felt small to me compared to my other watches.

[@04rit]

You made such a great clean video! Loved the watch. I'm going to buy a one watch for life in the next few months. I'm literally confused between 3 watches, Rolex explorer, Oyster Perpetual and Omega Aqua Terra in rubber strap.

[@JamesCarian]

Appreciate that! While I do like the Omega, I still love my Sky Dweller and YM2 the most, so make sure you try on all of them if you can. It's a different wearing experience with each one.

[@mr_watchaddict3146]

I have 2 Explorers (36mm & 39) and an OP36 green dial. The one thing I’m missing, and suggest you think about if you’re going for a one watch for life, is the date!😩😂

[@timothywillis8883]

Beautiful watch!

[@JamesCarian]

Hey I appreciate that! Thanks for stopping by the video!

[@BlindHatchet]

Great review very helpful.

[@JamesCarian]

Glad you found it helpful!

[@Leventgursoy11]

I have the black version with bracelet. I absolutely recommend everybody. Super accurate... + 0.5sec/day

[@JamesCarian]

I love that they have several different versions of this model available. They are all great looking watches!

[@Leventgursoy11]

@@JamesCarian I think It is a great alternative for DJ 36 but more sophisticated one with 1500 gauss however minus side of the watch is hour and minutes hands lume. According to my humble idea hour hand should be arrow type so we are able to see the time at the night. Please check the lume at the dark especially 11:55. Probably you will not understand the time.

[@stefanomorandini2043]

At 6:33 the hour hand is misaligned (should be further back) while at 8:32, after the adjustment is aligned…..it is weird. I have the same watch and it has misalignment issues…

[@JamesCarian]

Interesting call out! I didn't even notice that. Have you ever had it serviced or asked them about it?

[@stefanomorandini2043]

@@JamesCarian i’ve already sent it for review but the problem has not been resolved…now i send the watch again to Omega…

[@JamesCarian]

@@stefanomorandini2043 very odd. Do you know if there were any issues with the previous reference at all?

[@stefanomorandini2043]

@@JamesCarian i don’t know. Anyway my watch has a misalignment variable from -1 minute to +1 minute from hour to hour and maybe this is an acceptable tolerance but i will send again to Omega

[@jharris947]

When you get a smaller strap you will be able to get the clasp to sit in the centre of your wrist and not near the end.

[@johnwick7488]

great review! i have the exact same wrist size and your review proves that even the smallest setting of the strap is not enough. are you saying omega is custom making a smaller strap for you and you are waiting for it? if i get this watch, no other strap will do.

[@JamesCarian]

From my understanding the smaller strap is orderable if you contact Omega. The dealer I purchased the watch from did the leg work on that for me. I actually did trade the AT back in after a bit because it didn't have the same wrist presence for me as my 2 Rolex pieces. So I think I'm a bit biased towards larger watches (they are 42 & 44mm). But objectively, I do still think this Omega is a great watch, very handsome, and an amazing value for what you're paying.

[@johnwick7488]

@@JamesCarian wow...thanks for the update! this is exactly why it's so hard to judge wrist presence of a watch via a video because the AT actually looked big in your review!

[@JamesCarian]

@@johnwick7488 Agree, and I really had no reference other than what I already owned. So although I did like it, the feel was very different than what I was used to. Makes me think if I would've gone 41 it might've stuck. But we'll never know 🙂

[@robertparkinson7688]

You have a yachtmaster 2 and a skydweller with a 6 inch wrist. That’s awesome

[@JamesCarian]

Yeah I really love them. I know maybe I should be looking for smaller references but it's just not the same with some watches. Maybe one day I'll get into a smaller piece like a regular YM or Daytona.

[@iamLODD]

@@JamesCarian appreciate you uploading these videos as I also have a small wrist.

[@JamesCarian]

@@iamLODD glad they are helpful my friend!

[@KeithMcGill]

James, thanks for the review. I'm am considering purchasing this one. You mentioned that there is a smaller strap available for those of us with smaller wrists. Can you share where you ordered that from, I'm interested in that as well. Thanks!

[@JamesCarian]

It's actually a great question, I'm not too sure - the dealer I purchased the watch from said they were able to source it directly from Omega so perhaps there's some way to contact them and get one. Thanks for the comment!

[@WoodshavenPatriot]

that looks like a 41mm on your wrist. Looking to get the same grey 19mm rubber strap for my gen 2 AT. Originally thought was available for the 41mm only.

[@JamesCarian]

Yes I do love the color schemes available for the AT models!

[@bazs7669]

Yes, I asked Omega about the 41mm version with rubber and they said it was only available on a bracelet. Seems very strange to me.

[@johnnyies]

Could you recommend this for someone with 5.8 inch wrists?

[@JamesCarian]

Absolutely, I think it's a great fit for that size wrist. Mine are just about 6" circumference.

[@chanceleow]

Great video! Im curious as to how many inches is your wrist circumference for this 38mm?

[@JamesCarian]

It's roughly 6" circumference.

[@mark26785]

@@JamesCarian did you replace the rubber strap with the shorter size?

[@JamesCarian]

@@mark26785 I ended up returning this one shortly after I got it - loved the watch overall but it was a very different fit for me at the time and lost my excitement. In hindsight I probably would have been happier with the 41mm version of the similar model!

[@medogazzaz1]

Comprehensive and nice review, i have the green dial one on steel but i bought the black rubber omega strap and since then it has been on my wrist i love it, the rubber is really high quality and so comfortable

[@JamesCarian]

That's an awesome color combo on this piece (there are so many great dials in the AT lineup). And yes, the straps are fantastic quality, durable, versatile. Appreciate the comment, thanks for popping by the video!

[@LA-id9nn]

Got the green dial myself and looking to buy the black rubber strap as it looks so good.. are you in the UK? Where did you buy?

[@lancewood1410]

Do they have a shorter version of this strap? I have a 5.5 inch wrist...very small.

[@JamesCarian]

I believe it is orderable through Omega if you contact them.

[@thitinant.s]

In store, Thailand, you can order the additional rubber strap. They have 3 sizes: S, M, L. The original strap with the clock case is M size.

[@willielee7262]

Hi , just wondering is the original rubber strap too long for wrist that’s around 15.5-16mm? May I know your wrist size? Will it feel very loose even if you buckle to the last hole ?

[@JamesCarian]

I did have it set as small as I could and it was still a bit loose. Wrist is just about 6" in circumference.

[@keefw361]

I also have a 6 inch wrist and this drives me mad. Why not put an extra hole or two on the straps when manufacturing them?? Never cater for smaller wrists yet the 38mm is meant to cater for smaller wrists. Might get the bracelet version instead hope they have enough removable links

[@artem.syliuk]

Hello! Thanks for video. Could you tell your wrist size, please?

[@JamesCarian]

Yes, it's roughly 6" in circumference.

[@artem.syliuk]

@@JamesCarian Thanks!

[@mnesic9211]

Is that a green strap?!?

[@JamesCarian]

It's gray, it's one of the factory options from Omega as opposed to the bracelet.

[@brianphillips2878]

@@JamesCarian looks very green, which is also an option for rubber strap. but i like the look.

[@JamesCarian]

@@brianphillips2878 yeah I can definitely see that now that you say it but, it is actually gray. Must just be the lighting.

[@ShadowJ20]

How big are your wrist?

[@JamesCarian]

About 6" in circumference.

[@ShadowJ20]

@@JamesCarian Thanks I have a 6.0 inch wrist and was thinking about getting watch with the strap. You mentioning that the strap still might be too big has given me pause.

[@JamesCarian]

@@ShadowJ20 if you can get the smaller one from Omega I'm sure it would fit great.

[@UCZ15]

The holes on the strap are just too far apart. I bought the 38mm AT on rubber back in 2020 and sold it on very quickly. It was always either too loose or too tight.

[@JamesCarian]

Is that common for Omega in general or just something you noticed on these AT models?

[@UCZ15]

@@JamesCarian common for Omega. I’ve churned through a SMP and a Planet Ocean with similar gripes.

[@yacineyacine6233]

Belle montre

[@joshjacob1530]

I mean I will take one if given this

[@JamesCarian]

Yeah absolutely it's a great piece!

[@huhuichbinsder]

Pretty sure this is the 41mm, isnt it?

[@JamesCarian]

No, this particular model is a 38mm. Omega does offer a very similar model in 41mm though.

[@Leventgursoy11]

41mm has hour jump function and 38mm has quick date function so this is absolutely 38mm

[@the_one_named_harris]

I don't like that arrow, wouldn't we all like it better without the arrow?

[@JamesCarian]

I do like it, honestly I think there's something very signature "Omega" about it and that's part of the appeal.

[@Johnnny91]

Reference number?

[@JamesCarian]

220.12.38.20.02.001

[@mohammedseheher2946]

Howmamy the wceiht

[@faissaltelecom3627]

very beautiful 🇩🇿🇩🇿🇩🇿🇩🇿🇩🇿fan from Algeria

[@JamesCarian]

Thanks for the comment, it is a lovely watch!

[@faissaltelecom3627]

@@JamesCarian Her beauty belongs to her maker I love watches And the brands out there are unique I wish but more success ♥️🤎

[@mohammedseheher2946]

Which

[@zept1c]

It’s supposed to be worn above the wrist bone, and your wrist is to small for this watch

[@JamesCarian]

I appreciate the comment! Do you have the watch and wear it differently? Would love if you posted a review if you do!

[@sebmonti5904]

What do you want him to wear? a 34 mm ??

[@윈드포스원]

Aquaterra had been downgraded especially dial and caseback plate under escapement.

[@JamesCarian]

What do you mean? Are you talking about versus the prior model?

[@윈드포스원]

@@JamesCarian yes

[@JamesCarian]

@@윈드포스원 interesting, I guess I've never compared the two side by side. I'll have to look into a bit!

[@mahmoudghoneim8004]

Great watch until it breaks down due to hour wheel going bust, will never buy Omega again, very disappointing.

[@JamesCarian]

Really? That's very surprising! How long did you have the watch? And was it this exact reference?

[@mahmoudghoneim8004]

@JamesCarian bought it brand new from the Omega boutique in 2017 , worn very rarely as part of a big rotation, searching the net I discovered that it's a regular issue , contacted Omega but they were not helpful as the watch was out of warranty even I told them I am a regular customer with 3 other Omega watches in my current collection.

[@LA-id9nn]

​@@mahmoudghoneim8004 did you ever get a reply from omega regarding this hour wheel problem? Interested to know more about the whole situation with buying a new AT recently and wearing only occasionally

[@KR-dn7xd]

You have such tiny wrist yet you purchased sky dweller and yacht master 2 instead of smaller watches like DJ36 or explorer36 or even DD36 or any of the 40mm watches???

[@JamesCarian]

Yeah I think I've gravitated more to watches that I've liked and found interesting, less towards a particular size preference or specs. Sure they are a part of the equation, but to me it's more a out why you like a watch and why you want to own it. Lots of different opinions out there on appropriate sizing.