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·A couple months ago I shared my journey through the seven Seamasters I've owned over the past decade. At the end of that post, I mentioned that I was perfectly content with my two favorites: the 2254.50 and the 2231.50.
Well... that didn't last long.
After a lot of searching, I added the last piece of what I now consider my perfect Seamaster trilogy: the 2255.80 Electric Blue.
I've always loved the sword-hand Seamaster generation, and owning all three of my favorite references at the same time has only confirmed something I've suspected for years-the early 2000s Omega design language simply speaks to me. I must admit the mirror effect of the stainless steel bezel always turned me off in photos.....I love it!
On paper, these three watches are remarkably similar. They share the same proportions, the same dependable caliber 1120, and the same versatile design that made me fall in love with the Seamaster in the first place. But on the wrist, each has its own personality.
The 2254.50 will always be my favorite. It's the ultimate do-everything watch and has been my daily rider for nearly 15 years.
The 2231.50 brings that same familiar design in titanium, completely changing the wearing experience. It's unbelievably comfortable and seems to disappear on the wrist. Also love the dark gray/almost dullness compared to the stainless.
And now the 2255.80 adds something neither of the others can. Depending on the light, the Electric Blue dial can be understated or absolutely vibrant, giving the collection a completely different personality without sacrificing everything I already love about this generation.
For my medium-sized wrist, these watches are about as close to perfect as I've found. The dimensions are spot on, the caliber 1120 has proven itself to be an incredibly reliable workhorse, and all three feel equally at home with a T-shirt and shorts, in the office, on vacation, or paired with a suit.
Thanks for reading. Writing these posts is cheaper than buying another Seamaster... so I guess it's my version of therapy!
Well... that didn't last long.
After a lot of searching, I added the last piece of what I now consider my perfect Seamaster trilogy: the 2255.80 Electric Blue.
I've always loved the sword-hand Seamaster generation, and owning all three of my favorite references at the same time has only confirmed something I've suspected for years-the early 2000s Omega design language simply speaks to me. I must admit the mirror effect of the stainless steel bezel always turned me off in photos.....I love it!
On paper, these three watches are remarkably similar. They share the same proportions, the same dependable caliber 1120, and the same versatile design that made me fall in love with the Seamaster in the first place. But on the wrist, each has its own personality.
The 2254.50 will always be my favorite. It's the ultimate do-everything watch and has been my daily rider for nearly 15 years.
The 2231.50 brings that same familiar design in titanium, completely changing the wearing experience. It's unbelievably comfortable and seems to disappear on the wrist. Also love the dark gray/almost dullness compared to the stainless.
And now the 2255.80 adds something neither of the others can. Depending on the light, the Electric Blue dial can be understated or absolutely vibrant, giving the collection a completely different personality without sacrificing everything I already love about this generation.
For my medium-sized wrist, these watches are about as close to perfect as I've found. The dimensions are spot on, the caliber 1120 has proven itself to be an incredibly reliable workhorse, and all three feel equally at home with a T-shirt and shorts, in the office, on vacation, or paired with a suit.
Thanks for reading. Writing these posts is cheaper than buying another Seamaster... so I guess it's my version of therapy!
