Omega Seamaster Professional Planet Ocean

[@rondj1965]

This is probably one of the best reviews I have ever seen. Real info about the movement, not just the case, bracelet and dial. Very well done.

[@369168]

+Ronnie DJ I'm glad you found it enjoyable and informative, thank you so much for watching :)

[@369168]

I was on the fence about the 2201.50 for a long time. It was due to 2 things, the movement (anecdotely it seem that there were reports of probems), and something about the hands. I do like the fact that it has a solid caseback. I'm glad you're enjoying your watch, wear it in good health and I hope it give you many years of joy. thanks for watching :)

[@walterkiel552]

Thanks for the nice review. My hats off to Omega for doing their own movements now.

[@369168]

+1 thanks for watching

[@walterkiel552]

You could be right...

[@mr2bmw]

This my friend is the best version of the Planet Ocean.

[@369168]

I wasn't able to see the liquid metal version but I 'm certain it's really very special. Between bracelets and rubber bracelets, for me it's a no brainer, bracelet all the way. Although the rubber bracelet on the PO seems comfortable I prefer the extra heft and appearance of power and strength that the bracelet imparts on the watch. Thanks for watching and let us know how it goes when you get your watch:)

[@richardburns9772]

Unequivocally agree with you on all accounts.

[@zxtenn]

I think the liquid bezel is with the TITANIUM version which is even more expensive, beautiful watch regardless

[@369168]

the liquid bezel is pretty awesome. although I have ti watches I have a bigger preference for stainless steel.

[@AndcRew14414]

This watch is just fantastic. Movement is perfect decorated... but I still prefer standard Seamaster. Omega make such a beautiful timepieces... Maybe in few years I will be able to afford one too. Thanks for this review!

[@1946FreddieMercury]

I have the SMP 300M and I wouldn't give it a second thought if anyone offered to trade their PO for my SMP, don't get me wrong, I love the SMP, but I love the PO even more. I love being able to watch (not pun intended) movement as it Works, watching the Balance and the hairspring, it's just amazing. But if you can, get the SMP, by far THE most comfortable watch I've ever worn, and it just does everything I want it to, if it's too take a swim in the Ocean or og bowling, it's magnificent.

[@RyanChoob]

lovely review, superb camera work! I had the 8500 PO and 'upgraded' to the 9300, but it's hard to work out whether the 2 subdials and general 'busy-ness' of the dial take away from what makes the PO a really nice watch with some nice references to Omega's past... (and I think that's why they purposefully have the vestigial 'manual' HE valve) I know you called out that you'd prefer a solid case back - and part of me would love to see the Omega Hippocampus on the back of the watch; however I also love being able to see the movement. As 'wearable' tech watches (i.e. Apple watch) start to saturate the market over 2015 and beyond; I can't think of anything better than being able to look at the intricacy of my movement and be reminded of how special mechanical time keeping is. Finally; you gave the watch an 'unconditional' 9, but I think you meant 'conditional', as in a condition of your 9 is that the movement stands the test of time; but I got what you meant :)

[@So_Much_Juice_12]

I've seen plenty of reviews on this watch and this is the best one. I had to take a second to say thank you and keep up the good work. I'm probably going to get the blue 42mm liquidmetal titanium. I'm interested in your thoughts on bracelets vs rubber straps.

[@badgerbox3090]

Just bought this watch in 45.5mm. Im waiting for it to arrive at my local AD. Just watching your fantastic review again. Keep up the good work!!!

[@369168]

+badger box that's great !!! it'll be on your wrist before you know it. thanks for watching my review again! let us know when you get it.

[@badgerbox3090]

NO BULLS**T WRISTWATCH REVIEWS Had the watch for a year on January the 11th. An absolutely amazing piece. When I got it from new at the AD, it gained 6 seconds per day, now it gains 4 seconds per week. Great watch. Great review.

[@six_on_twitch]

By far the most informative review I have seen so far. Keep up the excellent work!

[@369168]

thanks so much! glad you found it informative :)

[@tracich4994]

I feel sure that George Daniels escapement will be the norm within a few years, it is a simple, elegant and brilliant solution to the enormous reduction of friction and the solving of the problem related to the need to lubricate, with all its attendant need for regular servicing and its eventual clogging of the conventional lever escapement. George was a genius. Omega had the courage to realise a game-changer, and let us not forget, George had peddled this design to all the Swiss watch manufacturers for 20 years before Omega took the risk. What risk! George had been testing it in his own hand made wrist watches for years before. In their recent ads, Omega appear to take all the credit for the Co Axiol movement. Shameful!

[@369168]

Traci Ch I believe that with the exception of the hand wound speedmaster, all of Omega's mech. watches have coaxial escapements, but I think it will be unlikely that Daniel's escapement will ever replace the conventional Swiss lever escapement. It is possible that we will see other companies incorporating variants of Daniel's escapement.

[@jeffrosen34]

Your review videos are much appreciated and I look forward to each one. Please keep em coming!

[@369168]

thanks so much. I'm really happy you enjoy them. more videos to come. stay tuned.

[@Dunkaroos248]

I had the 2500 version in 45.5mm prior to buying my ceramic sub and it was just way too big. Beautiful watch though, always thought the PO was the best of the Seamasters. I think 42mm is a good compromise.

[@Dunkaroos248]

Correct me if I'm wrong, but ETA makes the 8500 movement for Omega

[@369168]

Omega caliber is very loosely referred to as being "in house", but ETA (which is owned by the Swatch group)and a whole bunch of other companies (some of which are probably owned by Swatch as well) collaborated to build the 8500.

[@dippin1523]

i like the first one the best. the 2500 is the all arounder timeless design. the one is pretty nice as well.

[@369168]

I passed on the 2500 because I heard about problems with the movement. The 8500 was designed from the ground up so I assumed that whatever bugs that may or may not have been in the 2500 were addressed

[@dippin1523]

@@369168 my 2500 ran for almost 15 years wo a maintenance

[@369168]

That's great to know ! I hope my 8500 can do the same

[@invisiblekid99]

Picking mine up next week. Was really surprised how much I liked it. Was dead set on getting the Speedy MOTM, but tried this on and wow. It's utter different of course, but I just couldn't not get it. It's not a small watch being a 600 and 45.5mm and more expensive than the hesalite MOTM. But the PO is truly an everyday workhorse watch, and so I was sold. However, the MOTM is still an amazing watch and loved how the hesalite melted away and it looked like the face and dials were so close to "glass". It's definitely a more dressier watch so I have no doubt it will also be a purchase i the future. Great video BTW

[@369168]

congrats, I'm sure you will love it :)

[@LeeMarcotte]

I was hoping you owned one of these! I wanted to see this watch in your review style. Love this watch. I'm with you on the caseback though. The 1st gen's caseback was so gorgeous I was hoping they'd just use it.

[@369168]

I think the only 8500 PO that has a solid caseback is the Sochi LE, so if your like the 45mm size and the dial you're good to go. thanks for watching

[@369168]

I think you make an excellent point of how nice it is to be able to be reminded of how special mechanical timing is, thank you for your well thought out response and your correction concerning conditional vs unconditional. glad you enjoyed the video. overall, how have your experiences been with cal 9300...any issues? (busy ness of the dial aside)

[@real_Leo_Chang]

Great watch.. I prefer the Aqua Terra but Plant Ocean is still phenomenal

[@369168]

the AT is a great watch, I just don't like the teak wood lines on the dial.

[@369168]

as I understand it, you use the He release value when you're in the decompression chamber, otherwise the crystal might pop off

[@imranbecks]

As worn by Daniel Craig in Skyfall during the opening scene in Istanbul!

[@andrewpolitano]

He actually wore the Spectre version, but yes.

[@imranbecks]

Andy What Spectre version? The movie is Skyfall which comes before Spectre. He wore this Planet Ocean. It was even shown as the watch worn in the list of Bond watches in the Omega Lifetime magazine back in 2015.

[@imranbecks]

FYI, he wore two watches in Skyfall. One is this Planet Ocean in the opening scene, then later on when he is "resurrected", he wore the 38.5mm blue Omega Aqua Terra, model reference number 231.10.39.21.03.001.

[@imranbecks]

In Spectre, he wore three watches. During the opening scene in Mexico City, he wears a blue Aqua Terra which is now the Master Co-axial version and in a 41.5mm case. Model ref no. 231.10.42.21.03.003. In the later part of the movie at Q branch, he is given the Omega Spectre 300 on Nato strap. Model ref no. 233.32.41.21.01.001. And lastly during the end scene when he takes back his DB5 from Q branch, he is seen wearing a vintage Omega Chronograph Caliber 321.

[@rondj1965]

Excellent review. I too was on the fence with this watch. I almost went for the Rolex Submariner, but couldn't justify the extra money. The PO ticks all the right boxes for me. Mine is on the way.

[@rondj1965]

Just realized I already posted on this video. Ha! I'm a video stalker!

[@369168]

now I know I hit the big time...my first stalker ! :)

[@matthewworman6516]

Great review. I'm torn between this model and the orange bezel version (if you know it?). Just wondering if you checked out the orange one and what you think of it? I'm not sure how versatile it is.

[@nima0071]

love your channel, you get to detail and explain. great job.

[@369168]

Thanks for watching, glad you like my channel ! :)

[@5RustyBin]

I just bought one of these today - it arrives Tuesday. You made this video 2 years ago - can I ask - did the watch end up being a keeper - has it stood the test of time or did other niggles manifest themselves? Also wondering if this will be an investment watch worth holding for years to hand to my kid?

[@369168]

so far so good, still keeps the same accuracy as it did before. it's definitely a watch you can hand over to your children. in terms of monetary value, like most watches it probably wouldn't keep good value. the only watch(s) that I can think of that would keep good value would be the sports Rolexes, and those superexpensive complications from the likes of Patek.

[@Sunburn2007]

I still love my "Goldeneye" quartz. Not overly thrilled by the newer models.

[@369168]

just curious, what aspects of the newer models turn you off? for me, the biggest initial problem (with the pre 8500 PO's) were the hands, followed by the fact that the coaxial was retrofitted into an existing eta mov't. thanks for turning in. with the newer models it would be perfect (though not a deal breaker) if the casebacks were all solid

[@Sunburn2007]

NO BULLS**T WRISTWATCH REVIEWS You mean the hands not quite reaching the numbers? My 2541.80 has the bigger minute hand that touches the numbers...so it's a bit newer styling. But as to why I favor the older models versus the new...not sure. The older style is just more appealing to me aesthetically. As for movements, as you point out in your video, a lot of the newer automatics from Omega are not tried and true. You can't go wrong with an Omega quartz which has a proven track record. Not dissing automatics by any means, I have a Rolex, Hamilton, and a Tissot with autos in them and they keep great time.

[@369168]

more specifically the shape of the hands, and arrowhead, in the 8500 planet oceans the hands look nicer (sleeker?)...as for the reliability of new movements, I definitely prefer movements that have been around for a while. I did alot of research into the 8500, and it seemed to be good movement.. so while it hasn't been around that long, it had all the hallmarks of a good/great movement. thus far watch is still keeping excellent time, and haven't had any issues.

[@Sunburn2007]

NO BULLS**T WRISTWATCH REVIEWS Oh yeah that's a fair point. Well...maybe I'll look into picking one up down the line. Can't hurt to have two Omega's.

[@AlonAbraham1]

thank you for a very good review on this watch and especialy on 8500 movment

[@369168]

glad you enjoyed it. thanks for watching :)

[@RobinKampschoer]

Great review! :) Regarding the automatic helium valve, I think this might be patented by Rolex, so that's why Omega hasn't got this on their watches.

[@robertweber6326]

Thank you very professional review, and very informative.

[@369168]

thank you so much. and thank for taking a few minutes to watch !

[@Jakelol1980]

Good review, i just love my Omega Planet Ocean 42mm :) I choose between the Planet Ocean 42mm and a Rolex Submariner but the Submariner just didnt feel as good.

[@369168]

when you mean it "didn't feel as good" are you referring to wearing comfort or just the overall impression the Submariner left you?

[@Jakelol1980]

I mean that it just didnt feel as good on the wrist and didnt look as good as the PO but that is ofc my opinion.

[@tomasinacovell4293]

But exactly when is the moment when leaving the deep-hab environment do you hit that helium escape valve, should you do it upon the SCUBA excursion, or is it just for surfacing?

[@369168]

thanks for watching :)

[@nicklausholme2934]

Hi, thanks for a terrific video. I'm kinda torn between buying one of these and a Rolex Submariner 114060 with a new ceramic bezel. What do you think? Cheers.

[@mustafazaidi5906]

fuck i have the same issue

[@evvignes]

Nicklaus Holme, What did you end up doing?

[@AH-ns3se]

Are the numbers and hands rhodium plated white gold or some other type of rhodium plated metal? If so, which one? Thanks for a great review!

[@369168]

To the best of my knowledge there is no white gold on the hands and numbers, so it's just some rhodium plated metal. Thanks for your question and for watching !

[@Mayelito7]

Didn’t show the Lume. 😢

[@CharlesWalhingford]

very good review on an awesome watch

[@369168]

Charles Walhingford thanks so much. !

[@steph7726]

Great review bro !!! Please keep 'em coming ! BTW,have you got any scratches on your PO ? Mine is only 1 month old and already has a few scratches on it... I still can't figure it out

[@Ransegev85]

are you sure that's a scratches on the watch? i had the same thing on my old po and they were said on the store that is the antireflex coating, if it looks like some liquid shape the you can be sure that is the antireflex coating and you can make a polish to remove the anti reflex shape

[@369168]

The only obvious scratches are on the clasp. its possible that there are hairline scratches on the case from normal use and abuse, but nothing obvious

[@steph7726]

I'm sure it is !!! It's the bracelet that's being scratched off,not the crystal. Btw,thank you so much for replying !!! It does help a lot 🙏

[@mundiguy]

Very good review. Thank you.

[@kofiofosu9051]

Excellent review

[@369168]

thanks alot! and thanks for watching

[@gerdschirmacher7352]

Ich hatte einmal so eine Uhr. Die ging in einer Woche 2. Minuten vor. Für einen Chronometer vielleicht etwas zu viel oder.

[@watchbox699]

A rugged, but classy looking watch. The 42mm version can even work on some ladies' wrist!

[@369168]

Watch Box Yes, it can. In my opinion there's alot more leeway for sizes if the watches can be thought of as tool watches. a female diver (or a male with a slim wrist) should have a watch as legible as possible, and a bigger watch will most certainly fit the bill so long as the watch can be made to fit comfortably on the wrist. I'm alot more conservative about watch sizes when it comes to "dress" watches, in this case the watch should fit proportionally to the size of the wrist.

[@369168]

Thanks so much for watching !

[@369168]

I meant rubber strap not rubber bracelet

[@alb.1911]

Thanks for share man, subscribed. But you deserve a better "name" in KZbin... ;D See you.

[@tokanjangkau2578]

I love omega😍😍

[@369168]

Great watches. Thier vintage pieces are very nice too

[@giangvu7902]

Great review! Beautiful watch and I am sure you will have a "good time" wearing it. Enjoy!

[@369168]

I really enjoy wearing this watch. comfortable, and keeps great time. thanks for watching

[@askay2k]

You only need to go between 7 and 12 to adjust the date, no need to wind 24 hours.

[@369168]

there are only 2 ways to set the date #1. fastest way: rotate hr hand only until you get the date you want #2. slower way: rotate both hands until you get the date you want there is no quickset date on this watch.

[@askay2k]

NO BULLS**T WRISTWATCH REVIEWS You can do a quick date setting by winding the hour hand forward pass 12 or backward pass 7.

[@369168]

oh, I didn't know that, I will give it a try. thanks!

[@369168]

ok,I think I know what your saying...instead of spinning the 24 hr hand 1 complete revolution, just go between 7 and 12. never thought of that.

[@TheAeromuse]

Why would it be "nice if it would be a solid case back" rather than a transparent one...?

[@369168]

+TheAeromuse It's just my personal opinion of course but I feel that tool watches or watches with a tool like vibe to it should have a solid caseback, protects the movement better and looks more "serous". I don't mind having a display back on a dress watch esp one with a nicely embellished movement, but for a tool/tool like watch I would prefer a solid back.....still not a deal breaker depending on the watch in question otherwise I wouldn't have bought the PO.

[@morriswallace370]

After saving for ages my wife purchased me the Omega Planet Ocean for me beating cancer.If we had of know how much trouble this $12.500 watch was going to be we would never have purchased it.The watch has been a DUD from the start and just been returned for the THIRD time with moisture in it.The first two times Omega just said it was fine and passed all test but it still got moisture into it.I have told the supplier that it is unaseptable and I insist on a full refund. ( good luck with that )This watch has never been in the ocean or shower and should never get moisture in it from washing ones hands.In summary this watch has give us more grief than the cancer did.Has anyone out there had any major problems with their Omega watches because I love to hear about it

[@369168]

+Morris Wallace Very glad to hear that you beat the cancer :) ! As far as the watch is concerned, you obviously got a lemon. I don't understand why Omega hasn't been able to remedy the problem. Maybe third times the charm. Let us know what happens. Thanks for chiming in.

[@o0jun0o]

i got a 16.5inch wrist. how do you think the 45.5mm PO 8500 would fit? ridiculous? subtle?

[@369168]

IMHO there's more leeway when you're wearing a "tool"/sports watch, so it should look ok. dress watches should fit more proportionately. in addition very often the shape of the wrist (whether its flat or roundish)-not just the circumference- will also determine whether the watch is a good fit or not

[@dudeymcduderson]

If you've got a 16.5 inch wrist I think you need to see a doctor :-p

[@1946FreddieMercury]

Serioulsy, follow James' advice, go see a doctor.

[@alj.granda8252]

Isn't it more expensive to have a clear back movement? Thx

[@369168]

I believe it does. The cynical part of me is always thinking that manufacturers are constantly finding ways to cut costs, and my erroneous reasoning frequently leads be to think that sapphire (as in a display back) is always less expensive than steel. I don't know if this is true or not, but it's probably more difficult and hence more costly to produce a clear case back. thanks for watching.

[@369168]

I accidently deleted the following comment. Jonathan Dauterive +NO BULLS**T WRISTWATCH REVIEWS - You can pick them up for around $4,000 USD through some reputable sources. It's killing me... I have the money for one but it's going towards a trip to Europe this coming year. This will ultimately end up being my heirloom timepiece purchase in the near future.

[@369168]

+NO BULLS**T WRISTWATCH REVIEWS yes, you can pick them up for less. after I got my watch i found it for $ 900 cheaper online, but for watches of this price range I'm always wary of going to an unauthorized AD. thanks for watching

[@gerdschirmacher7352]

Wie soll ich darauf Antworten?

[@paulharris3149]

How much does it cost ?

[@369168]

to "Jonathan D"...my apologies for deleting your comment. I was trying to reply from the drop down menu from the bell icon (the notification icon). I don't know what happened but I erased your comment by accident. Sorry!

[@SGM805]

Planet ocean is a great watch but I don’t like the hands & lack of micro adjustment on the fly at this price point , sorry 😐

[@369168]

In the earlier versions of the PO the hands were a turn off, but after Omega modified the hands slightly they look perfectly fine to me. The lack of a quick micro adjustment is not an usual for me, I never had to readjust it since I first got it.

[@SGM805]

NO BULLS**T WRISTWATCH REVIEWS No disagree , hands still don’t look right & in the summer it’s a pain without micro adjustments as wrists Do increase in size , also don’t like helium escape valve (joke-who Uses that )sticking out IMHO

[@FlyerC172]

Thanks for your review. I love this watch too. But like said before - the back of the watch like it is - is an eye catcher. So for me, I put the Planet Ocean over the regular Seamaster - because of the "Design" HE valve and the back glass. Mine is doing also about + 1 s per day.Great nice watch in this price range.... but there is no doubt that the prices went sky high during the last years ...

[@369168]

The last I purchased was a Nomos which I thought was "reasonably priced" at a little over 2k, but in general watch prices are definitely getting very expensive. My feeling is that a lot of dealers having problems moving inventory , the glaring exceptions being the various SS Rolex sports models. Thanks for watching ! Glad you're happy with your PO

[@369168]

yes, watches have really gotten expensive, i'm just happy I got my watches when they weren't too ridiculously expensive.

[@Sw3RV3x]

do you know if it has any gold inside of it?

[@369168]

+kidusa100 not to my knowledge. thanks for watching.

[@freedomchannel3656]

Its not to bulky or uncomfortable on the wrist?

[@369168]

it's definitely not a slim diver, and can be perceived as being a little bulky. the watch has heft but is not uncomfortable on the wrist.

[@arzemagic]

It says chronometer on the front under co-axial above 600m/2000 ft lol good review tho ..

[@369168]

+arzemagic Yikes !! another "misspeak"...thanks for pointing that out :), I stand corrected. thanks for watching!

[@arzemagic]

I just made me smile .

[@clarksonboy]

Are you sure there’s no quick set for the date?

[@369168]

no quick set.

[@OverlandTT]

Helium escape valve is necessary if you are a diver, helium will bypass the watertight seals and in a decompression chamber you have to release it. As a deep diver I've used mine on my 300M many times. What Omega should do is release a model that is marketed at the fashion accessory buyer who wouldn't have the need I guess.

[@369168]

agreed. thanks for watching

[@vikingfortiesfaeroes]

I'd love to get me a blue GMT one. Don't have the necessary £5000 though...

[@369168]

vikingfortiesfaeroes I tried on that limited edition one with the orange bezel numbers, is that the one you're referring to...very solid, attractive timepiece

[@vikingfortiesfaeroes]

NO BULLS**T WRISTWATCH REVIEWS Yes indeed, I went in to the Omega store in Oxford Street in London and salivated over it briefly. The staff offered me champagne which I refused straight away

[@369168]

vikingfortiesfaeroes that was the smart thing to do, nothing better to loosen the purse strings than a few drinks :). I think that watch also comes with some kind of "bamboo" box (or some other kind of unusual wood?)

[@AmirlezoulGmailcomAmir]

Pour moi la Montre OMÉGA est la meilleure montre du monde

[@369168]

Thanks for your response. I understand your response but it's been many years since my last French class in college, so I can only reply to you in English. Omega is a great brand with a long history. Thanks for watching.

[@369168]

$ 6200 USD MSRP

[@369168]

Wow! That is what I call a door buster deal! Congrats!

[@jinoy5002]

+Vavazelus did you receive omega warranty card from joma?

[@jinoy5002]

+Vavazelus thanks for the quick reply. just wanted to know if joma ships unfilled omega warranty card. I guess not since it's grey market. still a great price. thanks.

[@sblantipodi]

lol, not removing except for shower. My god is a 600meters Watch :D

[@369168]

With the shower, it's the high temp of the water that could be a problem. If the watch is exposed to very hot water too often the O rings might weaken due to the heat. Same logic goes for not wearing the watch in a hot tub

[@mubblemann]

Doing a watch review without showing the watch on the wrist is like doing a car review without even driving it.

[@369168]

You've got a valid point, and perhaps I will considering doing some wrist shots in the future.

[@Ferien7]

Good watch, but way too thick. Completely unwearable and uncomfortable

[@granto6738]

Just got one it's fine I have a suit on had no problem at all

[@mopsexx]

Removing it for shower????? a 600 m diver funny

[@369168]

its the relatively high temp of the water that could be an issue. too much exposure to such water may soften and weaken the gaskets

[@bluemystic7501]

Nonsense. Complete nonsense.

[@evvignes]

NO BULLS**T WRISTWATCH REVIEWS, Yes, hot water and “solvents” are hell on gaskets. Not to mention a close quarters, hard surface area. Watch would be safer 2000ft down in salt water.

[@bluemystic7501]

How the hell is hot water going to penetrate screw down crowns and case backs? I've taken my 100m non-diver Seiko that costs $140 into multiple hot tubs and showers with zero issues. I don't know why this makes me mad. Quit being pussies with your dive watches....watches that were designed to be in water, lol!

[@evvignes]

bluemystic7501, Probably true, but why subject a watch to such a harsh environment when it can just be removed and put back on. I imagine one would have to remove the watch after showering to dry off under the bracelet anyway. My planet ocean will not be showering with me anytime soon, regardless of how sexy it is.

[@gerdschirmacher7352]

Ich hatte einmal so eine Uhr. Die ging in einer Woche 2. Minuten vor. Für einen Chronometer vielleicht etwas zu viel oder.