Which Omega PO
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As most of you will recall, the first Brosnan Seamaster was the quartz model in Goldeneye and he switched to the chronometer for the balance of his Bond films.
Similarly, we know that the 45.5 Planet Ocean was used in Craig's first outing with hi switching to the 42mm for QoS. The Planet Ocean line is now firmly entrenched as the Craig Bond watch.
Having said that, which of these two would you prefer to see return for the next film.
Personally, I would like to see the 45.5 come back as I think the bezel is look much nicer than the 42's.
Your thoughts?
Similarly, we know that the 45.5 Planet Ocean was used in Craig's first outing with hi switching to the 42mm for QoS. The Planet Ocean line is now firmly entrenched as the Craig Bond watch.
Having said that, which of these two would you prefer to see return for the next film.
Personally, I would like to see the 45.5 come back as I think the bezel is look much nicer than the 42's.
Your thoughts?
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not too fussed over the PO, but what i really can't stand is the massive price for the limited editions, which tbh, at 1007 pieces, aren't really that limited.
maybe its time for an updated seamy?
saying that, its an age old design now, maybe it should be left to rest?
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I think he should stick to the 42mm version though. He doen't need to look like he's wearing a clock on his wrist. It's a little overkill for a dinner jacket.
Might be fine on the beach.
anything bigger than 37.5 looks like big ben on my wrist.
the speedmaster reduced will be my next purchase, if i win the lottery.
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I see the PO as a pure tool watch. I like the larger version from an aesthetics point of view. I also like it best on the rubber strap. This is also in keeping with it being a tool watch. I don't know anyone that dives that actually uses a metal bracelet when diving. Most use either a rubber or nylon strap. I think the metal bracelet is a pain in the neck...for actual diving anyway. (Truth be told, very few people even use dive watches anymore...most use dive computers but may use a watch as a back up). I'd like to see them use this watch when Bond is out of his suit and in his casual clothes.
One thing that always struck me as odd is how the bracelet stays in pristine condition and never pops open during a fight sequence. With all of that contact the watch would surely be lost from his wrist with the bracelet but a strap can't "pop" open. That's another reason I like the rubber strap. It just seems to be more realistic in keeping the watch in place during those action scenes.
At the same time, I see the Seamaster as the "dressier" watch of the two (primarily because of the basket weave bracelet). I still wouldn't mind seeing its return. It is still referred to as the Bond Seamaster so why shouldn't Bond wear it, right? I think a tradition has now been established with this watch so that is another reason for the Seamaster's continued use.
The use of two watches in a Bond movies dates back to at least Thunderball. Lazenby used two different Rolex's. So I don't think there needs to be just one watch.
I'm just not crazy about the use of two different versions of the Planet Ocean. I don't think that makes much sense.
And that my friends, is my two cents.
However the 45.5mm looks great in shortsleaves / casual. Its big, stylish and looks great.
So my answer would be BOTH - but the 42mm in formal dress and the 45.5mm in a more casual setting.
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Hands down, for my money the 45mm PO is the best watch since Connery's Submariner.
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I've never had anyone recognise my Seamaster.
Most people are just not that observant while watching a movie.
I guess it depends on what you know about watches. A friend of mine recognised one of my Omegas on my wrist the other day and started a conversation about it. However he is not a Bond fan but is into diving - I guess a lot of divers like their Rolex and Omega watches.
Simliarly another friend, who is also not particulary in Bond, recognised the same watch as an Omega. However this was because his father was a fan of vintage Omega watches.
So you will be surprised who do notice. However, I do agree many would not have a clue - but as long as you love your watch who cares
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Most of these yahoo's and rednecks wouldn't know an Omega if you hit them upside the head with it.
It was quite a culture shock moving away from the city almost a decade ago.
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Between the two PO sizes (42mm & 45mm), I much prefer the 42mm. I also prefer the black dial/bezel/arabics compared to the orange version. It's a bit more versatile for use with business attire and casual attire alike. I can't pull off the massive 45mm+ under shirt sleeves and the orange makes it look too sporty...IMHO. Just my personal preference of course.
With that said, the decision *not* to purchase a PO has as much to do with my current state of the collection as anything else. I have several similar 'looking' tool watches so I need a bit of variety more than I need a PO.
When I bought my Seamaster here in the US, it wasn't offered with the current 'Speedy' style bracelet and I eventually traded off the original Bond style bracelet. It is such a versatile watch (just like the current Bond PO) that can be dressed up or down and is one of the watches that defines the 'tool watch' category (much like the Rolex Sub, SD and GMT).
It came from the AD like this:
With the original Bond Style bracelet. Even as a fan of Bond I preferred the black dial/bezel combo vs. the Blue/Blue found on the Bond item.
I sourced this speedy style bracelet from EU and wear it like this most of the time.
But I switch things up from time to time with calf, shark or even nylon NATO style straps. I always place a NATO style strap when doing activities in/around/over water as it offers a bit more security in the event of a spring bar break.
It may be heresy around here but to be perfectly honest it wouldn't have bothered me a bit if EON decided to stay with Rolex as Bond's wristwatch of choice
Sorry to ramble.
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