Omega vs JLC - X'mas watch recommendations

gbesq

As a real fan of Omega (I have had two Geneves, two Speedmasters, three Constellations and three Seamasters), I will tell you that I have recently acquired a JLC and it is in a different league. Omega makes spectacularly good watches that are also a great value proposition compared to other mass produced Swiss brands (I’m talking about you, Rolex) - durable, reliable, stylish and with cutting edge technology, particularly in the new METAS certified master chronometer models. That being said, I would not describe Omega as a brand that represents haute horology whereas JLC most certainly does. Really comes down to your personal preferences, but you can’t go wrong with either brand.

gbesq

Here are photos of my daily wearer (Omega SMPc) and my dress to impress piece (JLC Master Ultra Thin Moon). Very different watches, both great.

WYGDAI

Thanks, but any particular reason why, please?

queriver

You didn't say whether you've tried both on the wrist for size comparison, 39 vs 43mm I think? IMHO the JLC is more elegant, Omega more "smart casual". If you wear a business suit 5 days a week, the JLC might make more sense because it gives you another option. If you mainly wear smart casual or casual, then the Worldtimer.

gbesq

On average, an Omega will cost less to service than a JLC, but with any brand the more complications on a given watch, the higher the service cost.

Charlemagne1333

The maxim here, and it’s usually a good standard, is to imagine which one would get the most wear.

Evitzee

Neither one of those does much for me. For just a little more you could get the JLC Master Control Calendar, a classic triple date moonphase with thoroughly modern specs.

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WYGDAI

The JLC will get more wrist time now that I think about it, as wearing a worldtimer during Covid is kind of an oxymoron. We used to travel frequently before, so it made more sense. But for its price, that worldtimer not only is a stunner but very fairly priced IMHO. On the other hand, I don't have a JLC in my collection (unless I consider the movement used in another AP). Omega is more sturdy of a watch though, at least from a daily wear perspective

P platogsd

I absolutely love the world timer! The only issue is it is a little larger than I venture into - 44 - I'd love to see some wrist shots! I actually haven't seen too many!

dstfno

You don't need to travel to make use of the world timer complication. If you work with people living in other parts of the world or have family/friends there it's useful too.