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texasmade
路OK, i wasn't sure the jump hour hand was not implemented in the 8800... The 8400 has it, and it is also a dual barrel design, though that doesn't make such a big difference in PR. Is there any other difference ?
300MC update imminent?
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Butik
路The planet ocean is just too thick and feels unbalanced on the wrist the seamaster pro is a better watch in my opinion. The bezel on the PO is to busy although the new original version with the lume in the bezel is nice. The updates to the 300MC are very minor and I would expect the same with the PO. I have paid a deposit on the 300pro I am thinking of now changing to this watch. I also really like the new vintage looking leather strap. Its a better dress strap and new great everyday leather strap.
I agree with your statement about thickness of PO, I'd make only one exclusion - titanium version of the case. Frankly I had two attempts with PO, both failed due to thickness and weight of the watch. But recently I got titanium PO GMT on rubber (previous version new-old stock) and man - how the weight (or actually no weight of this one 馃槈) changes the perspective! I love this one to death and it's a keeper.
Certainly new PO's must be thinner to gain broader "audience" but I am afraid they will also jump up with price a lot...
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josiahg52
路I like the 2014 version. It was a watch I considered purchasing new from an OB or AD a few years ago. Seeing it in person, the bracelet was odd, the dial felt lost inside the bezel, and the ceramic bezel insert did not work for me. It also seemed to wear small on me or maybe it was a proportion issue. It's still a beautiful watch.
For the 2021 version, I like the switch to the aluminum bezel insert, think the bracelet finish/style is better, everything I read says the movement is a good one, I think I like the dial changes, especially the text change. Not sure about the crown, crystal, or end links that have been mentioned. I'll likely go see it in person, definitely looking closely at the dial.
I like aluminum bezel inserts, matte dials, lume that's not tinted white or green, and non-applied indices
For the 2021 version, I like the switch to the aluminum bezel insert, think the bracelet finish/style is better, everything I read says the movement is a good one, I think I like the dial changes, especially the text change. Not sure about the crown, crystal, or end links that have been mentioned. I'll likely go see it in person, definitely looking closely at the dial.
I like aluminum bezel inserts, matte dials, lume that's not tinted white or green, and non-applied indices
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Caliber561
路I was initially puzzled why they didn't choose the 8800 for the MK2, as it seems to make for thinner watches, if this was an objective.
Now you got me curious. The 89xx is basically the Metas version of the 8400/8500, right ? Why are these movements considered so indisputably better than the 8800s ? I mean apart from rotor noise....
As for the 8800's rotor sound, that is characteristic of all ball-race ceramic bearings. I wouldn't necessarily treat it as an inferior trait, more of a personal taste sort of thing, as I and a couple of others I know like the sound of the bearing because of how it's a part of the mechanical nature of the watch, similar to how you can hear the clicking of the winding mechanism or the ticking of the escapement.
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Blackdog
路The 8800s are single-barreled movements, with smaller balances, no hour quick adjustment, and looser timing tolerances. The 8500/8900 series' double barrels allow for consistent timekeeping over the majority of its power reserve, and it has marginally better finishing than the 8800. This is a subjective comment, but I also believe the bridge design is more appealing than that of the 8800.
As for the 8800's rotor sound, that is characteristic of all ball-race ceramic bearings. I wouldn't necessarily treat it as an inferior trait, more of a personal taste sort of thing, as I and a couple of others I know like the sound of the bearing because of how it's a part of the mechanical nature of the watch, similar to how you can hear the clicking of the winding mechanism or the ticking of the escapement.
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bruin20
路When are we seeing this officially announced?
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DNX
路The 8800s are single-barreled movements, with smaller balances, no hour quick adjustment, and looser timing tolerances. The 8500/8900 series' double barrels allow for consistent timekeeping over the majority of its power reserve, and it has marginally better finishing than the 8800. This is a subjective comment, but I also believe the bridge design is more appealing than that of the 8800.
As for the 8800's rotor sound, that is characteristic of all ball-race ceramic bearings. I wouldn't necessarily treat it as an inferior trait, more of a personal taste sort of thing, as I and a couple of others I know like the sound of the bearing because of how it's a part of the mechanical nature of the watch, similar to how you can hear the clicking of the winding mechanism or the ticking of the escapement.
My 300MC (Sedna & SS) has an 8400 movement and double barrels - you didnt mention this movement in the reply - any thoughts - good/bad/ugly re: 8400 ?
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Alfista88
路Yes, and specifically, a no-date version of the 8500g from my understanding. So it has the same magnetic resistance rating as the later 8500's used in the final generation of vertically-teaked Aqua Terras, and the 8900.
It's a wonderful, silent-rotor movement, and one which I'd be very happy with in a Seamaster 300.
It's a wonderful, silent-rotor movement, and one which I'd be very happy with in a Seamaster 300.
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Alpha
路路Kilt Owner, Beagle Parent, Omega CollectorQuite content thank you 馃榾
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Lode_Runner
路In a lot of ways they've moved the design closer to the Seamaster Trilogy 57 edition. Like the Trilogy Seamaster, the bracelet finishing will have brushed center links and polished outside links; and like the Trilogy, the bezel insert is aluminum and the dial will have minimal text. But I don't know why Omega is replacing the current six-position adjustable clasp of the SM300 with a three-position (3.8mm) clasp, that seems like a step backwards to me. It might still be possible to retrofit a six-position adjustable clasp onto the bracelet, as is possible with a number of Omega bracelets.
And like basically 96% of the entire planet, I wish they'd finally ditch the faux patina. What a terrible fad, why won't it just die already!?
I hope they continue to make a titanium version of the SM300, though.
And like basically 96% of the entire planet, I wish they'd finally ditch the faux patina. What a terrible fad, why won't it just die already!?
I hope they continue to make a titanium version of the SM300, though.
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DNX
路My 8400 Sedna/SS SM300 - just a fabulous piece....
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bruin20
路Reposted Pictures:
Seems like blue is in steel like black no given the lack of mention of titanium
I like the thinner case and the bracelet, but I really dislike how they went with an anodized aluminum bezel, used very thin panerai-style numbers, changed the printing from silver to white/brown, and thinned the minute and hour hands to the point where the typical dauphine profile is broken with a circle. The conical crown is okay, but the way it's shaped makes it look like it's sticking out from the case much more than it probably is. I like how they mirrored the knurling on the bezel, but if the crown were shorter or recessed slightly like the Aqua Terra crowns that would make it look nicer, IMO.
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pat mull
路I was at a store and asked about this - no ETA on release date, but there is what also was described to me as a brass alloy with some gold in it to prevent tarnishing. Not a gold watch, but a brass watch with a small amount of gold in it. The tarnishing thing is what they told me, not my conclusion
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marcn
路I was at a store and asked about this - no ETA on release date, but there is what also was described to me as a brass alloy with some gold in it to prevent tarnishing. Not a gold watch, but a brass watch with a small amount of gold in it. The tarnishing thing is what they told me, not my conclusion
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pat mull
路I was looking on the omega site last night, and they were out of several of the old type. Could be a coincidence, could be running down stock. I would think think they would try to get these in stores before summer, but am basing that on nothing
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bruin20
路I was looking on the omega site last night, and they were out of several of the old type. Could be a coincidence, could be running down stock. I would think think they would try to get these in stores before summer, but am basing that on nothing
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bruin20
路If omega takes much longer to release this I may end up with a black bag 58 instead
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