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Dilemma - Railmaster (Denim) vs Diver 300M

  1. ama98 Oct 14, 2018

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    I know it is not the biggest problem of the world but I would like to ask your thoughts on this dilemma of mine.

    I am about to purchase my first ever luxury watch!

    Which model would you choose to be your one and only luxury timepiece what you would never sell and someday pass it on to your daughter?
    Candidates are:
    Railmaster Denim on SS bracelet ref. number: 220.10.40.20.03.001
    New Seamaster Diver 300M Blue on SS bracelet ref. number : 210.30.42.20.03.001

    Please do not suggest any other watch from Omega or other brands.

    I would truly appreciate your constructive comments!

    Thanks
     
  2. watchme First Owner - Omega Darkside Oct 14, 2018

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    Go with the Seamaster 300M ... no comment.....maybe not helpful because of not being constructive
    the look, the feel, the timelessness ......
     
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  3. Donn Chambers Oct 14, 2018

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    Buy the one YOU want, and don’t worry about passing it on. Who knows what the future holds, or if your daughter will even want it. I’d go for the Seamaster, but my opinion is really not important. Yours is.

    Wonder how long until someone says, “Neither. Get a Speedmaster.”
     
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  4. Slowpoker Oct 14, 2018

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    Eh why not?

    Don't get either, get a speedmaster!

    In all seriousness I agree with Donn Chambers, get the watch that you want. Try each of them on and get a feel for each.

    Personally I would go for the seamaster 300, it's simply far more durable and more appealing to me. Best of all its a forgiving watch, you can do more with the seamaster than with the railmaster.
     
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  5. ama98 Oct 15, 2018

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    Thanks for you comment.
     
  6. S.H. Oct 15, 2018

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    If you really want to go diving underwater, get the diver. (d'oh!) If WR is not really an issue (150m for the Railmaster is more than enough for everyday use), I'd say maybe get the slightly more boring/understated watch. Why? Because gimmicks can become tiring, and you want something for the long haul.

    I'd say Railmaster, because 1) it feels more elegant/understated, can be dressed up/down and 2) I can't stand the 300m diver. Hurts my eyes every time, but it's just me. :)
     
  7. ama98 Oct 15, 2018

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    thanks S.H. for your honesty. You made some good points.
     
  8. rob#1 Oct 15, 2018

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    Personally I would have the Railmaster, I like the simplicity of it and much prefer the hands and funky crown. I’d have to check them out in person beforehand though, but on looks alone the Railmaster wins. Unless you go diving of course.
     
  9. ama98 Oct 15, 2018

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    thanks for you comment.
    I do snorkeling but I consider myself as a desk diver. Plus I would never go to the sea or ocean in any watch.
     
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  10. texasmade Oct 15, 2018

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    I personally like the Diver 300M more than the Railmaster but you can't go wrong with either. I wouldn't purchase anything with the thought of a future child liking the watch. The decision would be which watch I would like more.
     
  11. ama98 Oct 15, 2018

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    Yes it will be my decision she will just inherit it hopefully many decades from now :)
     
  12. O/V\EGA_37 Oct 24, 2018

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    Not a fan of the denim look on the railmaster. Do you pair it with a Canadian Tuxedo?
    The new sea master 300M is my choice.
     
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  13. Stufflers Mom Oct 24, 2018

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    Of the two the Railmaster is more interesting.
     
  14. Blaise Oct 24, 2018

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    I truly loved the Railmaster when I had it but I'd also go for the Seamaster 300M. To me, it is a versatile sports watch - meaning you could dress it up or down. Whereas the Railmaster is more of an elegant watch that lacks sportiness for me...if this makes any sense. Sok sikert a döntéshez ;)

    Some shots to help you decide IMG_3315.JPG

    IMG_8308 3.JPG
     
  15. repoman Oct 24, 2018

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    Seamaster, it’s more versatile and a great everyday watch, and you just get more bang for the buck.
     
  16. rob#1 Oct 24, 2018

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    I had a closer look at an OB on the weekend, and still prefer the understated look of the Railmaster, though I’d be experimenting with straps and bracelets to make sure.
    Having said that I wouldn’t say no to the Seamaster, especially as you can get the matching ring that mimics the bezel. Ideally, I’d have both :cool:
     
  17. STANDY schizophrenic pizza orderer and watch collector Oct 24, 2018

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    Just rembered anything that looks like denim never ages as good as denim

    SEAMASTER hands down
     
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  18. albertob Oct 24, 2018

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    Fully agreed.
     
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  19. ama98 Oct 24, 2018

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    I would buy with SS bracelet. No denim strap for sure.
     
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  20. ama98 Oct 24, 2018

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    thank you. Köszönöm igyekszem nem elrontani :)