Omega Watches

bolinp78 · 08-09-2010, 04:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Zirenz2006

I have the same one. I love that watch. I've had it for about 9 years.

Quartz or auto? I'm trying to find someone w/ a quartz

Red Bread · 08-09-2010, 04:48 PM

Why would you want a quartz one? Just curious, I've got a bit of an allergy to quartz. I'd rather pay for service every five years on a mechanical watch and deal with slightly dodgy timekeeping, over dealing with batteries.

brocken · 08-09-2010, 05:18 PM

Nothing against quartz watches but if I'm buying quartz I wont spend the money on Omega. If you're going quartz and want Swiss there are a ton of brands like Tissot.
The reason I like Omega has a lot to do with their mechanical movements. How many other companies make movements that went on Moon missions?

If you're buying an Omega specifically for functionality(diving specs, etc.) then I could understand quartz also. But if it's purely a cool/fashion item half the coolness is unique movements.

BSME46 · 08-09-2010, 11:10 PM

First I must say thanks for everyone who responded, I needed some additional input and I certainly received some constructive criticism. I just got my watch tonight and I couldn't be happier!

BMW F22 · 08-09-2010, 11:29 PM

Niiiiceeee!!! congrats!!! That's a beautiful watch!

Hopefully I will be able to pick one up in a few months. Then we can be 300M buddies! lol

BSME46 · 08-09-2010, 11:43 PM

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Originally Posted by BMW E90

Niiiiceeee!!! congrats!!! That's a beautiful watch!

Hopefully I will be able to pick one up in a few months. Then we can be 300M buddies! lol

I gotta say this watch is pretty slick. It's weight is just right, and it goes with pretty much anything. We'll see how it's doing here in a few years but until then, I'm very satisfied.

radix · 08-10-2010, 12:32 AM

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Originally Posted by BSME46

I gotta say this watch is pretty slick. It's weight is just right, and it goes with pretty much anything. We'll see how it's doing here in a few years but until then, I'm very satisfied.

Can I make a suggestion? Take the bracelet off and save it for special occasions. Put the watch on a NATO strap. The bracelet will scratch pretty easily, and they're difficult to restore to perfect due to the different finishes on the links. The clasp will also scratch easily, but since it's brushed metal you can usually fix it with a scotch-brite pad pretty easily.

NYC6 · 08-10-2010, 08:21 AM

It put a NATO on my Rolex in the summer. Have a black and a Bond one but always use the black. I use the NATO because Im swimming, fishing and SCUBA diving and can be rough on the braclet. A Submariner bracelet is $700+ to replace and I also dont want it scratched up. Besides, the black NATO looks great against the S/S. Change of pace.

Congrats on the new Omega.

bolinp78 · 08-10-2010, 09:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Red Bread

Why would you want a quartz one? Just curious, I've got a bit of an allergy to quartz. I'd rather pay for service every five years on a mechanical watch and deal with slightly dodgy timekeeping, over dealing with batteries.

Yea, lots of people ask "Why would you spend $1,800 on a quartz watch?" Well the answer is I didn't want another auto, I wanted a watch that I could beat around more (you have to be more careful with autos in general), I wanted a watch that kept better time (I'm not hugely into that, it was just a plus), and I want a watch that lasts 3+ years on a battery.

The service of an auto watch is much more expensive than the service of a quartz watch. As long as you don't get unlucky or don't beat it around a lot and cause the battery to leak, a quartz watch can last for a long time without service (not including battery replacement).

I do love the sweeping second hand of an auto though...

bolinp78 · 08-10-2010, 09:13 AM

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Originally Posted by brocken

But if it's purely a cool/fashion item half the coolness is unique movements.

I would argue that if it's purely a cool/fashion item, then the movement wouldn't matter, it's all about the look. If you are more hardcore about watches and appreciate them, then it could very well be about the movement.

Red Bread · 08-10-2010, 11:17 AM

Thanks, just curious. I've worn mechanical watches for years and never had any trouble from abusing them, but understand your concern.

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Originally Posted by bolinp78

Yea, lots of people ask "Why would you spend $1,800 on a quartz watch?" Well the answer is I didn't want another auto, I wanted a watch that I could beat around more (you have to be more careful with autos in general), I wanted a watch that kept better time (I'm not hugely into that, it was just a plus), and I want a watch that lasts 3+ years on a battery.

matrix76 · 08-10-2010, 11:34 AM

This is mine, a Chronograph. Not an Omega or Tag but still very nice, looks great and works very well. My daily user, $49 Free Shipping

drocay · 08-10-2010, 03:28 PM

A bmw Daytona lol, nice choice man I have the Seamaster in quartz and Planet Ocean in Auto wear my omegas more then any of my other watches.

Feyd · 08-10-2010, 03:42 PM

If you are interested you can get NATOs here.

www.broadarrow.net

I've ordered several from them and you can't beat the price.

Trijicon · 08-10-2010, 03:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Feyd

If you are interested you can get NATOs here.

www.broadarrow.net

I've ordered several from them and you can't beat the price.

These NATO are better. Better nylon quality and metal is more robust.
http://www.westcoastime.com/greyrhinstra.html

BSME46 · 08-10-2010, 06:11 PM

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Originally Posted by radix

Can I make a suggestion? Take the bracelet off and save it for special occasions. Put the watch on a NATO strap. The bracelet will scratch pretty easily, and they're difficult to restore to perfect due to the different finishes on the links. The clasp will also scratch easily, but since it's brushed metal you can usually fix it with a scotch-brite pad pretty easily.

I'm kind of curious to see what the watch looks like with a NATO strap on it... Do you by chance have any? Also which type specifically is everyone referring to- each website has tons of straps to choose from.

Schmed · 08-10-2010, 07:22 PM

Congrats to the OP on his new Omega!

I've got two - 2254 and a Planet Ocean. They all look great on a rubber strap, bracelet, or Nato.

2254 on Zulu:

Planet ocean on rubber Omega strap:

I second Broadarrow.net for straps.

aus · 08-10-2010, 11:35 PM

Do they still make the 45mm orange Planet Oceans with chrono?

radix · 08-11-2010, 04:17 AM

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Originally Posted by aus

Do they still make the 45mm orange Planet Oceans with chrono?

http://www.omegawatches.com/gents/se...hrono/29185082

radix · 08-11-2010, 04:51 AM

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Originally Posted by BSME46

I'm kind of curious to see what the watch looks like with a NATO strap on it... Do you by chance have any? Also which type specifically is everyone referring to- each website has tons of straps to choose from.

I don't have any watches on NATO/G10/Zulu straps at the moment, only rubber. If I were to buy one of the above mentioned straps, I'd do it here.

http://www.timefactors.com/nato.htm

Site looks like crap. Straps are great. I've never heard a bad thing said about timefactors. Also, if your looking for a phoenix strap (phoenix at one point was a supplier to the UK Ministry of Defense) you can find them here:

http://www.corvuswatch.com/index.asp?page=watchbands

brocken · 08-11-2010, 10:23 AM

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Originally Posted by bolinp78

I would argue that if it's purely a cool/fashion item, then the movement wouldn't matter, it's all about the look. If you are more hardcore about watches and appreciate them, then it could very well be about the movement.

That was my point, if you're hardcore enough to spend $1k or more then the movement is probably important.

The people that are just into how the watch looks can get a replica with quartz movement for $100-$200.

aus · 08-15-2010, 10:34 PM

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Originally Posted by radix

http://www.omegawatches.com/gents/se...hrono/29185082

SWEET!! THanks.

Anyone know how much those go for an orange dial with rubber band?

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Red Bread Major General 4463 Rep 9,160 Posts Drives: Smog machines Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Austin, TX iTrader: (0)	Why would you want a quartz one? Just curious, I've got a bit of an allergy to quartz. I'd rather pay for service every five years on a mechanical watch and deal with slightly dodgy timekeeping, over dealing with batteries.
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brocken Captain 34 Rep 616 Posts Drives: X3MC Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Seattle, WA iTrader: (5)	Nothing against quartz watches but if I'm buying quartz I wont spend the money on Omega. If you're going quartz and want Swiss there are a ton of brands like Tissot. The reason I like Omega has a lot to do with their mechanical movements. How many other companies make movements that went on Moon missions? If you're buying an Omega specifically for functionality(diving specs, etc.) then I could understand quartz also. But if it's purely a cool/fashion item half the coolness is unique movements.
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drocay Private 4 Rep 67 Posts Drives: SGM E92 Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Woodbridge, VA iTrader: (2)	A bmw Daytona lol, nice choice man I have the Seamaster in quartz and Planet Ocean in Auto wear my omegas more then any of my other watches.
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Feyd Major 348 Rep 1,288 Posts Drives: a DEEZZULL Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Chicago, IL iTrader: (2)	If you are interested you can get NATOs here. www.broadarrow.net I've ordered several from them and you can't beat the price.
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aus Major General 892 Rep 9,032 Posts Drives: Odysse Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Seal Beach, CA iTrader: (10)	Do they still make the 45mm orange Planet Oceans with chrono? __________________ Let me get this straight... You are swapping out parts designed by some of the top engineers in the world because some guys sponsored by a company told you it's "better??" But when you ask the same guy about tracking, "oh no, I have a kid now" or "I just detailed my car." or "i just got new tires."
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