Omega Planet Ocean...

[nick_j007]

http://www.omegawatches.com/gents/seamaster/planet...

Just had this on my wrist today and I think I'm in love. Any views or comments would be welcome please.

Thanks.

Nick

[nick_j007]

Thanks guys. I discounted the bigger one as it was a bit too big for my medium wrist.

I actually handled the Rolex Explorer today and I was left quietly disappointed by the look, feel, weight, package. In fact, I have always liked Rolex's, but today I was bowled over by the Omegas on my first 'try on' day at the Bull Ring B'ham.

[nick_j007]

Fume troll said:

My wife bought me one of these and I've been wearing it daily for over a year. Love it.

Cheers,

FT.

That's super. I am a bit addicted to the stainless look, so it'll be stainless whatever come the end!

Edited by nick_j007 on Tuesday 24th August 19:36

[nick_j007]

What's the general view on Omega compared to Rolex please?

Which watch has the better mechanics?

[nick_j007]

Commander Jameson said:

nick_j007 said:

What's the general view on Omega compared to Rolex please?

Which watch has the better mechanics?

Rolex, generally speaking, although the co-axial movement found in the PO has much to commend it.

Thank you Commander. Today was my first day trying a few on. I used to own a Rolex Oysterdate, but sadly lost it a couple of years ago (sighs...)

I was certain I would get another Rolex, but I was actually feeling more absorbed and emotionally involved with the Omegas today. This left me surprised and funnily enough a bit disappointed on the Rolex front.

I also like the Sinn's having read about here, but can't see how I can easily get a few on to try first?

I think a budget of 2-3k feels 'acceptable' and can live with myself when I come to hand it over! Anything more I begin to think I could trade up on my car!

[nick_j007]

Scockers said:

I have a Rolex Submariner which I love, but it has hardly been worn since my Planet Ocean arrived.

Get one and you won't be disappointed.

Thanks. I think I'm going that way!

Where did you buy yours please?

[nick_j007]

Help me clarify these two please:

Both Seamaster P O's, but one is I believe a liquid metal type which only had a run of 1,948 relating to its year of origin.

I (of course!) prefer the one which I think is the liquid metal s.e.

I can't seem to tell from the Omega web site which is which as it does not make it clear.

I prefer the one with the Seamaster written in red.

They are both here:

1) Red lettering (liquid metal type?) http://www.omegawatches.com/gents/seamaster/planet...

2) Regular PO? http://www.omegawatches.com/gents/seamaster/planet...

Thanks if you could tell me which is the liquid metal I'd be grateful.

Nick

[nick_j007]

Ok. Think I've answered my own question, and that the red lettered face IS the liquid metal variety.

Need to try and establish a price for it now.

[nick_j007]

Plus the liquid metal s.e. is £4k+ ! A bit much for me.

I could always try to lift the glass off and tip the lettering in with red enamel

Spoke to Dominic H who was spot on with advice. Thanks Dominic.

Nick

[nick_j007]

CommanderJameson said:

CedGTV said:

the bigger one just looked a little bit "panto" for me.

Oh no it doesn't!

Oh yes it does!