and in ceramics? surely the new innovation will be launched in ceramic (dsotm), to renew this family for the 10th anniversary
I always wondered what happened to the overcoil - hairspring made out of silicone from 2019... e.g.:
https://watchesbysjx.com/2019/06/master-dynamic-silicon-hairspring-hong-kong.html
Breguet has already gained some experience with their own variants:
https://www.breguet.com/en/history/inventions/breguet-balance-spring
Maybe we will see this in a more mass production compatible version...
You all are on to something. Omega's "stay tuned" may be hinting at the longevity in accuracy through new materials.
@Archer Is there ANY chance that the combined use of the co-axial escapement together with a “perfect” balance Spring (ie, impervious to aging, to magnetism, to temperature differences, to different forces developed over the course of the power reserve, …) that the accuracy and precision of the watches using this new technology could attain levels unheard for mass produced wristwatches!? (For example close to what “observatory grade” calibers used to achieve, or better)?
Lets not forget that Omega was founded 175 years ago ;-)
No sarcasm here.
Only puting things into context.
Context is everything.
When I get the chance, I shall try to find that discussion on this forum around the X-33 and its limitations for your reference.
That way you can take or leave what you like from it👍
Regardless, they're not approved for EVAs as far as I know, or it would be plastered around the Caseback at every opportunity.
The fact that the caseback text on the X-33 is very hit and miss raises some valid questions which can't be ignored👎
Don't forget, context is everything and marketing is very good at miss truths and half truths.
Don't buy into what you think they are saying. Look for what they aren't saying👍
Is it possible to produce a mechanical watch with parts that would only need a service say once every 20 years or more, and still be considered a luxury product? Even if possible, would a watch company make one considering the drop in revenue?
