My first introduction to this watch was from my local watch dealer, who used to be an Omega AD and sells a lot of used Rolex, in addition to interesting vintage pieces that make their way to him. As he has been working with watches for over 35 years, starting while in college to help pay rent, he has acquired some jaw dropping pieces, including early Speedmasters with box and papers and NOS Zeniths (it's not my place to go into specifics.)
The point is that he is very knowledgeable and has access to just about any watch he could want, vintage or modern. Yet the only watch he wears day in and day out is his Ploprof.
When I retired and was ready to buy my Speedmaster, I asked my brother if he was also interested in getting one, as I was able to get a discount from the PX, (back in the day when you could get a discount). He said yes, and those were our first Omegas. While I got heavily into watches, he was happy with his two, the Speedmaster and a later Seamaster chronograph. Then one day we stopped by my friend's shop to say hello. When my brother saw the Ploprof, he was smitten. It was almost electric. He had to have that watch.
Today, both wear their Ploprofs, although my brother switches between his three regularly, sometimes during the day.
The Ploprof is very comfortable. It's a watch that looks strange sitting on a bench but looks less bizarre when on a wrist. I like it, but I don’t have that same passion for it. I wish I did, as it's a statement piece.
As some people are currently discussing a GADA watch, this could be that. Someone might object to wearing a Ploprof to a dinner event, but the person who wears a Ploprof could likely pull it off in style.
There's something to be said for a watch that doesn't appeal to the masses but still is an outstanding watch with few peers.
