First: Doesn't the lume pip serve a distinct and vital function on a dive watch? Second: I’m surprised about the 12 hour scale as well, wouldn’t a 24 hour scale with GMT function be much more useful if you want to keep track of a second time zone? To me this watch looks like a bit of both but none of each.
Just seen the mash-up on the SPECTRE watch thread, so I've come in on this a bit late 8-) But have to say I like what they have done with this. The 'world timer' feature of the bezel is a quick and easy way of doing things.
Plus Omega seem to have finally understood that being understated has more 'class'. Putting the 007 logo on the NATO strap means that can be switched out (I would) and I much prefer the concept of a metal case back, can't stand these crystal watch back cases that are the staple these days, but that's just me.
Add to that a reasonable SE number compared to some of their previous ones with 10k edition sizes and the fact it supposedly is the SA watch and that says clever marketing by someone at Omega :007)
Plus Omega seem to have finally understood that being understated has more 'class'. Putting the 007 logo on the NATO strap means that can be switched out (I would) and I much prefer the concept of a metal case back, can't stand these crystal watch back cases that are the staple these days, but that's just me.
Plus Omega seem to have finally understood that being understated has more 'class'. Putting the 007 logo on the NATO strap means that can be switched out (I would) and I much prefer the concept of a metal case back, can't stand these crystal watch back cases that are the staple these days, but that's just me.
Plus Omega seem to have finally understood that being understated has more 'class'. Putting the 007 logo on the NATO strap means that can be switched out (I would) and I much prefer the concept of a metal case back, can't stand these crystal watch back cases that are the staple these days, but that's just me.
Agreed. That's pretty awful, but I guess their still learning
This new Seamaster is the first decent special Bond watch they've done. I wouldn't wear the others because Bond wouldn't either. Roger Moore is the only Bond, I believe, that has "007" branded items (tarot cards, camera).
A bit off topic but I'd really appreciate the advice.
I have a Seamaster which needs servicing and I gather from Omega it will take six weeks. (don't get me started on the cost, it's cheaper to get a car serviced X-( ).
I've kind of been looking at some alternative watches I can wear over the six weeks and ideally I'd like to get an inexpensive diver's style watch onto which I can put a NATO strap.
Can you put a NATO strap on almost any watch? Looking around I can get a nice-looking one like an Invicta (I'm sure the quality isn't brilliant but bear in mind I only need it for a few weeks and occasionally thereafter) but I'm just not sure which ones will take a NATO strap... ?:)
How about one of the several Seiko divers? You have a great watch in the Seamaster so you might want to look into watches that are icons in their own right only a lot cheaper. Instead of buying a watch that you will wear for six weeks until your Omega comes why not buy a watch that you will keep on wearing at least some of the time when your Omega comes back? Have a look at the Seiko Orange Monster (especially the old version), you might like it.
Oooo! I have an early one of those that was my first watch purchase 20+ years ago. Quartz movement and still going strong
And imagine my surprise whilst doing some research recently on USSF in Afgan back at the start of stuff in 2001 / 2002 and some crusty old operator is pictured wearing the exact same watch
So they are definitely a good back-up and beater watch. Worn mine through decades of patrol and public order work.
The Seiko 'bullet' has the lollipop on the right way around on the second hand. I bought mine about ten years ago and it's still going strong, I use it as my daily driver.
Here's a question for people who know more about the watch market than I do (a little bit off-topic, but it doesn't warrant its own thread and I'm not a member of any watch websites). Have a look at this link:
Watchfinder are charging more for this watch than its original retail. I could understand if it was a vintage watch, but according to the write-up, the paperwork is dated August this year. How can they be charging more for an almost brand new watch than someone would pay in an official Rolex shop?
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That's what confused me. I can understand a vintage watch that is no longer in production increasing in value, whereas this seems a bit funny. If I wanted the same watch, I'd buy it from an authorised dealer, rather than pay a higher-than-retail price for one off a pre-owned watch website. Or are they in such short supply that three weeks can make such a difference?
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Just seen the mash-up on the SPECTRE watch thread, so I've come in on this a bit late 8-) But have to say I like what they have done with this. The 'world timer' feature of the bezel is a quick and easy way of doing things.
Plus Omega seem to have finally understood that being understated has more 'class'. Putting the 007 logo on the NATO strap means that can be switched out (I would) and I much prefer the concept of a metal case back, can't stand these crystal watch back cases that are the staple these days, but that's just me.
Add to that a reasonable SE number compared to some of their previous ones with 10k edition sizes and the fact it supposedly is the SA watch and that says clever marketing by someone at Omega :007)
Won't need that feature for diving on Monica & Lea
This one is not as understated: http://www.omegawatches.com/collection/seamaster/aqua-terra-150-m/presentation/seamaster-aqua-terra-james-bond-limited-edition?watchHubRef=23110422103004
Agreed. That's pretty awful, but I guess their still learning
This new Seamaster is the first decent special Bond watch they've done. I wouldn't wear the others because Bond wouldn't either. Roger Moore is the only Bond, I believe, that has "007" branded items (tarot cards, camera).
I have a Seamaster which needs servicing and I gather from Omega it will take six weeks.
I've kind of been looking at some alternative watches I can wear over the six weeks and ideally I'd like to get an inexpensive diver's style watch onto which I can put a NATO strap.
Can you put a NATO strap on almost any watch? Looking around I can get a nice-looking one like an Invicta (I'm sure the quality isn't brilliant but bear in mind I only need it for a few weeks and occasionally thereafter) but I'm just not sure which ones will take a NATO strap... ?:)
Imo the watch with he best price/ quality ratio:
Will look great on a Nato
Dalton - the weak and weepy Bond!
* with the lollipop on the 'wrong' end
Dalton - the weak and weepy Bond!
Oooo! I have an early one of those that was my first watch purchase 20+ years ago. Quartz movement and still going strong
And imagine my surprise whilst doing some research recently on USSF in Afgan back at the start of stuff in 2001 / 2002 and some crusty old operator is pictured wearing the exact same watch
So they are definitely a good back-up and beater watch. Worn mine through decades of patrol and public order work.
Here's mine on a NATO. Great watch, but I never wear the thing.
http://www.watchfinder.co.uk/Omega/Seamaster%20Aqua%20Terra/231.10.42.21.03.004/27300/item/52141
PS. This is not my advert.
Sorry I haven't got a picture to hand but you can see one here:
http://wristsushi.proboards.com/post/13947
http://www.watchfinder.co.uk/Rolex/Yacht-Master/116655/26677/item/53986
Watchfinder are charging more for this watch than its original retail. I could understand if it was a vintage watch, but according to the write-up, the paperwork is dated August this year. How can they be charging more for an almost brand new watch than someone would pay in an official Rolex shop?
Thanks for your answer, ASM9MM. I didn't think that that would have been the case with a watch that was originally bought about three weeks ago.
That's what confused me. I can understand a vintage watch that is no longer in production increasing in value, whereas this seems a bit funny. If I wanted the same watch, I'd buy it from an authorised dealer, rather than pay a higher-than-retail price for one off a pre-owned watch website. Or are they in such short supply that three weeks can make such a difference?
Ah, I didn't know there was a waiting list. Thanks.