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Is there anything you DON'T like about an omega you own?
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saulgoodman
·Couldn’t agree more. I’d much rather get on a waiting list and overpay for antiquated Rolex technology than be stuck with one of those pesky hyperaccurate 15,000 gauss magnetic resistant Omega METAS certified co-axial movements. At half the price.
Tsk-tsk. Rolex watches are incredibly fine pieces. The troll will get no argument from me there. The reason I don't own a Rolex is that I live in an area where displaying bling is a daily hobby for many people. There are herds of guys wearing Rolex watches because they think Rolex is a status symbol that completes them. They know nothing about watches, but they know Rolex is high end so that is enough for them. They could have $2 Chinese movements in those things, but as long as the crown is on top of the dial they are good. I have run away from that scene and I refuse to get involved with those empty suits. I love my two Omega's, and I wouldn't trade them for a Rolex.
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elitecontent
·Polished center links on Aqua Terra Chrinometer.
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JohnnyRocket
·I’ve heard this tid bit in the past in reference to the Rolex /Omega gunfight.
An Omega in durability may at times Break your Heart...
But a Rolex is sure to always Break the Bank....
An Omega in durability may at times Break your Heart...
But a Rolex is sure to always Break the Bank....
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Eve
·Whaaat, no one is talking about Helium escape valves yet? 😲😁
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saulgoodman
·...But a Rolex is sure to always Break the Bank....
Sadly, your bank is being broken because of the price manipulation courtesy of the Hans Wilsdorf Foundation who claims they just can't make enough Rolex watches to keep up with the demand. Boo-Hoo! If anyone believes that one I have a bridge to sell you. I can get you a good deal. It is a beauty!
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JwRosenthal
·Modern style clasps on vintage style bracelets
Sorry- thread creep...Hahaha, welcome to Omega Forum!!👍
Sorry- thread creep...Hahaha, welcome to Omega Forum!!👍
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Sidnos
·Tsk-tsk. Rolex watches are incredibly fine pieces. The troll will get no argument from me there. The reason I don't own a Rolex is that I live in an area where displaying bling is a daily hobby for many people. There are herds of guys wearing Rolex watches because they think Rolex is a status symbol that completes them. They know nothing about watches, but they know Rolex is high end so that is enough for them. They could have $2 Chinese movements in those things, but as long as the crown is on top of the dial they are good. I have run away from that scene and I refuse to get involved with those empty suits. I love my two Omega's, and I wouldn't trade them for a Rolex on a bet!
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Professor
·I only own one Omega, a late 60's (presented in 1968) Seamaster DeVille.
My only gripe with the design is flimsy lugs. One broke off when putting on a new bracelet. I think that lug had been bent at some time in the past which caused it to separate from the stainless steel back case. The Watch has gold bezel, the movement removed by pulling the crown and stem then popping off the bezel, and gold filled lugs but the rest of the case is stainless steel.
The broken lug looked to have been cast around a steel pin which was electric welded to the back case.
I'm told the case used for this model was American manufacture.
I've seen the same model with a full gold filled case. Don't know if those are any better.
My only gripe with the design is flimsy lugs. One broke off when putting on a new bracelet. I think that lug had been bent at some time in the past which caused it to separate from the stainless steel back case. The Watch has gold bezel, the movement removed by pulling the crown and stem then popping off the bezel, and gold filled lugs but the rest of the case is stainless steel.
The broken lug looked to have been cast around a steel pin which was electric welded to the back case.
I'm told the case used for this model was American manufacture.
I've seen the same model with a full gold filled case. Don't know if those are any better.
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Walrus
·There should be micro adjustments on every watch omega makes with a bracelet
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SouthernScot
·I find it difficult to read the time on my ST1, it’s probably my eyesight but it does mean I don’t wear it much.
Also, and not the fault of the watch, my 003 65 has corrosion on the bezel at the 90 and the dot has disappeared! It’s a bit annoying but I wouldn’t replace it, in my view it adds to the patina and it’s original.
Also, and not the fault of the watch, my 003 65 has corrosion on the bezel at the 90 and the dot has disappeared! It’s a bit annoying but I wouldn’t replace it, in my view it adds to the patina and it’s original.
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LemansBoiler
·My speedy pro definitely scratches more easily than my Rolex Exp2 in normal use. Nothing I can’t live with though. I agree it should’ve come with a micro adjustment feature but since modifying my bracelet with one, I’m very pleased.
I’m thrilled with the durability of my Omega though. Haven’t posted it here yet, about two months ago I was wearing it on my right wrist and threw a frisbee for my dog. I had it on an aftermarket leather strap that was a bit loose between the lugs. My guess is that the force of throwing the frisbee compressed a spring bar and I THREW my watch down off of the driveway. Bounce twice and slide across my garage floor on the hesalite. My heart stopped for a second and I said some words I regret in front of my children (luckily they weren’t paying any attention).
Luckily, it appears the strap somehow took the majority of the damage. Almost all of the scratches in the hesalite came out with some polywatch, just the two chunks at 5 o’clock remain. There’s damage to the bezel guard and a little scratching on the lug. I’m utterly shocked how little damage there is for what I saw it go through (first bounce sent the watch 12” in the air).
Since then, the watch has still kept perfect time, I was shocked but maybe I shouldn’t have been. I’ll fix the rest of the stuff at it’s first service, until then, I’ve started wearing my watch on my left wrist. Felt weird at first but feels good now.
Long story short, I’m thrilled to own such a durable watch.
I’m thrilled with the durability of my Omega though. Haven’t posted it here yet, about two months ago I was wearing it on my right wrist and threw a frisbee for my dog. I had it on an aftermarket leather strap that was a bit loose between the lugs. My guess is that the force of throwing the frisbee compressed a spring bar and I THREW my watch down off of the driveway. Bounce twice and slide across my garage floor on the hesalite. My heart stopped for a second and I said some words I regret in front of my children (luckily they weren’t paying any attention).
Luckily, it appears the strap somehow took the majority of the damage. Almost all of the scratches in the hesalite came out with some polywatch, just the two chunks at 5 o’clock remain. There’s damage to the bezel guard and a little scratching on the lug. I’m utterly shocked how little damage there is for what I saw it go through (first bounce sent the watch 12” in the air).
Since then, the watch has still kept perfect time, I was shocked but maybe I shouldn’t have been. I’ll fix the rest of the stuff at it’s first service, until then, I’ve started wearing my watch on my left wrist. Felt weird at first but feels good now.
Long story short, I’m thrilled to own such a durable watch.
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JwRosenthal
·My speedy pro definitely scratches more easily than my Rolex Exp2 in normal use. Nothing I can’t live with though. I agree it should’ve come with a micro adjustment feature but since modifying my bracelet with one, I’m very pleased.
I’m thrilled with the durability of my Omega though. Haven’t posted it here yet, about two months ago I was wearing it on my right wrist and threw a frisbee for my dog. I had it on an aftermarket leather strap that was a bit loose between the lugs. My guess is that the force of throwing the frisbee compressed a spring bar and I THREW my watch down off of the driveway. Bounce twice and slide across my garage floor on the hesalite. My heart stopped for a second and I said some words I regret in front of my children (luckily they weren’t paying any attention).
Luckily, it appears the strap somehow took the majority of the damage. Almost all of the scratches in the hesalite came out with some polywatch, just the two chunks at 5 o’clock remain. There’s damage to the bezel guard and a little scratching on the lug. I’m utterly shocked how little damage there is for what I saw it go through (first bounce sent the watch 12” in the air).
Since then, the watch has still kept perfect time, I was shocked but maybe I shouldn’t have been. I’ll fix the rest of the stuff at it’s first service, until then, I’ve started wearing my watch on my left wrist. Felt weird at first but feels good now.
Long story short, I’m thrilled to own such a durable watch.
Went to the car, grabbed the open door handle while in the car seat and my arm was at an flexing angle and the spring bar popped off and the watch went right to the ground. My heart stopped too. Luckily it was only a 2ft drop onto concrete fade down. Crystal polished out perfectly... but now I’m cautious about really doing the jiggle-tug test when I put a new strap or bracelet on.
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Gav1967
·The accessibility of the crown on my pie-pan connie when you have sausage fingers like mine 🙁. Makes winding, date and time change an absolute ball-ache.😡
Still love it though 🥰
Still love it though 🥰
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xeasygoingx
·The (unexpected) difficulty in hunting 155 end links for my 1159 bracelet
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FlyingSnoopy
·I have several Omega watches, and what I don't like is they're not as good as Rolex.
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