M MoswissaI want to enjoy the watch but spending all this time on the forum and hearing the accuracy of other 8500 watches that are gaining 4 seconds in 2 weeks makes me feel like my watch isnt functioning properly. What accuracy are you getting?
........Return watch .........
If, and before you do, you should read your consumer rights legislation applicable in the area in which you reside.
The watch obviously functions as advertised and was "sold as meeting all specifications".
And I can't imagine any Omega dealer taking back a watch that's been worn like yours, to quote:
"2 weeks and I thought about returning the watch. I really don't want too plus I already feel bad cuz of all the desk scratches".
You have an iconic watch, enjoy wearing it and stop worrying about the seconds in your life.
It's only the hours that really count.
Hey OP,
I think you might have brought some preconceived notions into the world of mechanical watches.
You're watch is running fine. 4 or 5 seconds off a day might be around the edge of cosc certification but it's perfectly acceptable. You can always get it regulated, but you should really stop and think about what it means for a purely mechanical device to beat that consistently every single day, it's incredible.
Don't be drawn into what you read on the Internet. Some people may very well be getting +/-1 second per day with absolutely no deviation, but most don't. If that were the case, cosc qualifications wouldn't be what they are.
A lot of people just want everyone else to think that the particular watch they have is somehow better than the exact same watch that other people have.
I used to obsess over accuracy, but I've found over time that the nicer the watch, the less I care about how accurate it is.
Here's my newest Omega. About six months old at this point. Has stayed around +3 to +4 and I couldn't care less.
M MoswissaI go online and people are getting +1 per day or just way better accuracy in general. Something the 8500 is meant to be doing. , so I guess I'm the unlucky one. My $99 seiko 5 automatic does a better job...The omega tech didn't even wanna touch my watch he said "it's running fine, we make our watches run fast by design blah blah"
Can you tell us where u got that strap
To Mr Syed 117,
Were You the one wearing the George Clooney's Speedy 57 ?
Just Love It ! Might be my next project after the Blue Connie .
I say ...May i know what car You were driving , Sir ?
Just NY 2 cents and someone may have said this as I admit I have had half a bottle of champagne and 1 of wine ( with my wife not alone) so I haven't read through it.
99% OF PEOPLE CLAIMING +1 OR PERFECT TIME HAVE ABSOLUTELY NO IDEA WHAT THE ARE TALKING ABOUT, and most often pull that figure from their ass because that's what they want to project.
As an aside, if you need 100% accuracy at all times then a mechanical watch is not for you and a digital one is a better choice. I don't mean this as an obnoxious attack, it is simply that hand wound and automatic watches have never been atomic time watches. Very few people and professions require " to the second" time accuracy, and those that do ( let's say you're a navy seal coordinating an operation with 6 other units including detonation) know very well hot to get it and from where... Like a good old g shock.
Yes, you should be able to tune it ( regulate it) to make it slightly better. It's an easy adjustment that a watchmaker will take all of 20 seconds to perform... Or maybe a minute which on your watch will be about 58 seconds 馃榾
As for the watch running fast that is healthier than slow since A/ it will get better with time and B/ it's very easy to reset weekly by just lifting the crown for a few seconds.
Lastly. If you're not happy with it and you can still return it do it and do it fast. Experience tells me you will not get more fond of it with time but rather less, and by then it will be too late.
Just wear and enjoy the watch. Honestly, 12 watches in my rotation and all I care about is that they are within a minute of what my iPhone says.
Also, watches get scratched, scraped, nicked, etc. with wear...it adds character to the piece. Remember it is a tool, and should be enjoyed as one.
M MoswissaThats true I believe you. Thats why i wanted a brand new omega PO so I can put my own scratches on it haha.
Im trying to get over this concern about accuracy trust me, I dont know why im OCD all of the sudden.
It is because you are adjusting to the idea of an extravagant purchase. Once you accept the watch you will enjoy it if not we will have a sale on the forum or ebay. I hope you start to enjoy the watch personally. You need to get a grip regarding the timekeeping of the watch it is starting to get silly now. Go back a few replies and you will notice Archer has commented on your watch, now notice what it says under his name in the avatar. You can then look Archer up to see his credentials if you wish with Omega it is all there. Sorry if I appear rude but you know the watch is fine deep down, you need to work on if you have made the correct purchase or not. It may take you a few months to slowly work it out for your self. Please make no rash decision to sell take your time. Good luck with it.馃憤馃榾
