Omega Smashes Rolex Again (Speedmaster Super Racing Watch)! 

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Rolex has a maximum deviation of 4 spd (-2 to +2) while Omega METAS certified watches have 0 to 5 spd or a max deviation of 5 spd. When asked why, Omega commented that Swiss trains are very punctual so you don’t want a slow watch :) Also many watch owners prefer their watches to run fast as all you need to do is pull out the crown, wait a few seconds and then push it back in.

I was in Brighton yesterday, 06/02/23, and in Goldsmiths you could choose between three Seamsters and three Speedmasters, all stainless steel, all at list price and all available to buy. Omega smashes Rolex out of the ball park!😃

Omega is such classy brand. A pity they get compared to rolex over and over again

I was not expecting such awesomely nerdy explanation in a video titled "OMEGA SMASHES ROLEX". Love it.

The ultimate mechanical watch this, SUPER accurate unseen accuracy.....I am floored by this piece.....

That omega super racing is the most kick ass thing i've seen in a while.

Great technical explanation. Probably the best one out there. Using the ruler analogy was genius

Incredibly well explained. Been waiting for this video since the release. Thank you 🎉

Can you do sock puppets with watches on the wrist instead of microphones?

The running seconds hand looks like the barrier in a multi-storey car park

I know it's a different watch but I bought my big box Speedy for around £3K about four year ago and that runs within a couple of secs per day. Omega pushing hard on prices in recent years.

Nice job being the only video (that I've seen so far) that covers the new Spirate system and the super racing watch and actually explain the new system. So many click bait videos came out immediately after the announcement, only to show photos of the watch and say it's equipped with the new system, but not actually explain it. Can't knock them for trying to be one of the first videos out... that's just how they get the views.

Why do they put the tachymetre on the bezel. Nobody I know ever uses it.

Any chronograph that combines hours and minutes into one subdial is a winner in my book.

I'll consider buying one when they release them in sizes smaller than an anti tank mine

What about the fact that Omega was going to loose their patent this year unless they would come up with a new design? I think that is probably the main reason for this new updated movement

While this is an admirable technical advance, Omega needs to be working on reducing the thickness of their automatic movements so that they wear better. The tri-level co-axial is the reason for the thickness in the movements, so baking in the new balance spring mechanism to the tri-level movement just means thicker movements for years to come.

Meanwhile, SpringDrive San is sitting bowlegged on a wooden floor drinking sake and inwardly smiling at Omega's latest attempt at world domination.

Really interesting session lads, thanks a bunch!

The end was so funny! I didn't think I needed another speedmaster... until now! Thanks

the metal and plastic rulers analogy was awesome! great explanation of the technicalities

Given that many Rolex watches cost twice their retail price, would love to see some comparisons of watches which retail at let’s say £15k and how the Rolex stacks up against them

I absolutely love this format. This is a great way to consume watch content and news. Please don't stop

I love it's looks. The technical explanation was great, too. Thanks for posting this video.

No matter what format audio takes...the record scratch sound effect will always be in vogue 👍

It's the most accurate mass produced mechanical watch on the market. If you don't think this is amazing, I don't know why you like mechanical watches. The movement will be in all future Omega watches!

It's worth noting that the concentricity of silicon is superior to alternatives, which is why Rolex needs the Breguet overcoil and Omega hasn't needed one. Breguet does use a silicon hairspring with an overcoil, but it's really just to pay homage to the brand.

Love the design and colors of the SuperRacing but the size is to big for my wrist and the price is out of my budget.

Ok. I officially decided…. I like Tom’s microphone better.

Another job well done thanks guys.

It looks cool, but I’m sure Omega could increase demand further, by making the watch just a bit smaller?

Omega is working overtime to help people forget the MoonSwatch.

I love that Omega doesn't just increase their price for more profit and get closer to the equivalent Rolex in price. They actually spend a tonne of time and money to improve their offering and hence justify the price to us as consumers. I certainly appreciate their technical innovations over Rolex even if I still lust after a Daytona.

I liked this video specifically for Andrew’s impression of an American accent when he says “super racing”

Great video on the technology, but once again, like others,I think you only covered part of it. Why this technology really does take it to Rolex, is it’s ability to be regulated with a specialized tool in the boutique. So while at Rolex, the only reasons to go into an AD is to 1) Grovel for a watch and build a relationship with the AD, 2) Drop off a watch for a good month or more for a repair or service, or 3) pick up a watch a pay a ton of money- at Omega, they now have a reason for you to stop in and fine tune your watch at any time. They get to build a relationship with you and you to your watch by showing just how accurate it is. And they can then show you all of the other watches they have that you can actually buy. Obviously no one needs this extra level of accuracy, this is about consumer experience. Omega has worked very hard to expand their boutiques and access points, now they have proprietary in store service that is another reason to come in and continue to build relationship to them and appreciation for your watch and it’s accuracy.

Omega will never beat Rolex if it continues to only make these ultra advanced watches at unwearable sizes. Apply this new Spirate system to a standard date/time Aqua Terra 38mm/34mm, give the bracelet a microadjustment system, and you've got a killer. The cost is almost neither here nor there. Rolex has proven time and time again that anybody willing to buy something with luxury in mind will often overlook cost or even see it as a positive. Lotsa Rolex dealers and owners out there don't know a thing about their watch, they know the cost though.

I was wondering when you guys were going to drop a new video about Omega making the world’s most accurate mechanical movement. It’s a stride in the right direction and I hope they can just find a way to slim it down some in the next few years

Thank you for this, 'super' clear explanation, 'super' informative, and in my opinion a 'super' watch!

The reason why people prefer Rolex over Omega for me comes down to marketing! Omega already has the better watches so if they add some more “luxurious” designs and double down on marketing, they can overtake Rolex in terms of sales numbers and customer satisfaction (although I’m already more satisfied with omegas service and buying experience e.g. than Rolex)

The yellow on the super looks like the lime of the details in the Porsche 918 and other Porsche hybrids. Probably not what I should be seeing but I like it

I love the domed exhibition case back. Very cool feature.

I’m starting to think that Rolex is the Kardashians of the watch world. Famous for being famous, and therefore highly desirable and a leader in the market, but no one can quite explain why. Not that they don’t make superb watches, but I do question the substance of Rolex after the Deepsea Challenge.

I absolutely love this Omega, and you just might be able to buy one if you pay the money!

You should use "rolex" in your titles more often

Is there any information on which models will be equipped with the technology next?

I'm a fan of all technical advancements that improve on accuracy - it's literally the raison d'etre of watchmaking.

My wife hates my watch videos, but loves watching your videos. Maybe I'll convert her!

OMG. They labelled the barrels. But why stop with the barrels? I’d like to ask if metal fatigue has any impact on flexing metal parts?

I like the Speedmaster Racing but it's a bit small for me. A lot of sporty models to choose from. Not counting limited editions, even ADs don't typically ask for the manufacturer's suggested retail prices.

Love the dial. Love thr colorway. Love the two subdials. But it still is asymmetrical!! What tf does it need crownguards for??

Omega smashes its head against a wall, saying "look at me, look at me, I've got a fancy honeycomb dial and bright yellow markers". Meanwhile Rolex just quietly goes about its business, with buyers clamouring to snap up Daytonas before they are even made.

If you'll be able to get your hands on one, which is no easy task, I'd really like you to make a video about the patek philippe moon sky tourbillon 6002r

TOM is 100% my inner dialog

Sorry guys but @ 5.26 Andrew says “resistant to anti-magnetism” which surely means that it’s magnetic or am I just REALLY tired on a Monday evening?🤔

Very informative video. Keep up the good work.

Hmmm... So if Omega had stuck with cast iron hairsprings none of this would have been necessary... So... rich dudes apply on the dotted line! Thanks lads, excellent video 🙂🍾🥂

a well done vid here, thanks! I have the Omega "J. Bond" Seamaster 300 Chronometer model acquired like 15 years ago. no co-axial, no silicon, no stupid "007" markings. did Bond ever wear one with "007" and a gun barrel spiral on the dial of his watch? 🤣you know, I'd certainly wear a Mickey Mouse watch for the comedy factor so I guess you decide 🙂 but I digress, what I want to say is that my Omega is slim *and* a diver, (ok, a desk-diver, but still a diver). there's no question in my mind that mine still blows away the clunky and snooty comparable rolexes then and to this day, *and* for far less bucks. I consider this bumble-bee Omega Speedmaster kinda colorful and quirky, just like I like my watches. once again, I consider that this one's design, elegance, and performance, once again top rolex, and once again for less. it's just that it's not that far-less anymore. so I'll do what I did will all my other watches, wait for when the bottom of the inevitable bathtub price curve stabilizes before considering adding an A-condition example to my collection. somehow I like better to wear a timepiece when I know its value is appreciating 🙂I actually am between chronometers at this time, this one would be nice 🐝 if you really want to keep time then I highly recommend a Seiko that includes the unique "spring drive." there are many models to suit your style. the GMT type is my thing and I just love it. in terms of performance, compared to how O and R compete, it's like a formula 1 driver watching kids in a soap-box race. it's the same seconds tolerance on a Seiko, only per month versus the Os and the Rs trying to keep it together per day. besides the technology, I'll say Seiko also tops them both in style and attention to detail. if you're comparing these three brands you're not in a race of performance, Seiko has won years ago and went home when the others are still on the track. the race you're in is one of bragging rights. well, there's my take. happy timekeeping everyone 😎

I love the deep thinking that OMEGA do

That guy Tom cracks me up.

Omega fans concern themselves with “smashing” Rolex way too much. Omega and Rolex have 2 very different goals in watchmaking and 2 very different audiences.

You guys are so funny and entertaining

Wow that clip at the end! I always wondered what Rolex were up to with the Syloxi hairspring - it too has two mounting points like the Spirate balance which I imagine help with timekeeping. Only problem is it's currently only in a smaller diameter caliber. A new Milgauss with a larger Syloxi 32xx would be quite interesting...

Which watch are you referring to at the 0:40 minute point of the video?

And will remain in the Rolex shadow too

The ending 😅

I really like this watch, though I would have preferred the yellow be just a bit brighter. It's just a little to subtle for my somewhat color-blind eyes.

This is exactly why I admire Omega watches over many other mechanical watches. they constantly aim to improve their watches. for the money you spend on an Omega you are actually getting more than what you pay for. This movement is proof they are aiming to achieve quartz accuracy as possible in an automatic mechanical watch. I aim to get an Omega with the "Spirate" movement

Kudos to Omega for raising the bar on accuracy. I do have a bee in my bonnet however: there was of course a lot of buzz when the teaser showed up on social media, and my AD and I agreed that our best guess was that Omega had finally decided to join the 70 hour power reserve club, which would have bee-n, useful. Alas, that will need to wait for another anniversary, perhaps the 70th anniversary of the moon landing in 2039? For effectively 5 grand extra here in North America, you get 5 extra hours on top of the Seamaster, but if we're winding the watch anyway, may-bee the 1000 dollars per hour extra reserve isn't that important? In all seriousness, I'm excited about the movement and the watch because regardless of anything else, in a world where striving for excellence seems to have taken a back seat to doing less and achieving phenomenal malaise, Omega are, in fact striving for excellence. If I was to spend that sort of money on a Speedy, however, I'd be spending a little more on a 321, and constantly walk around with the watch off my wrist looking at that beautiful Sedna gold movement through the exhibition case back!

How Rolex add value: “Now it’s MORE!” 😊

I don’t need another reason to not buy a Rolex. I’m good thanks.

Can someone please explain to me why there is no marker right after second 53 on the yellow speedmaster? My ODC is skyrocketing

It’s crazy to think that the basic elements of a chronograph and automatic watch movement haven’t substantially changed in the last 100+ years, including accuracy…no need to reinvent a perfect wheel.

Why oh why can’t they make this watch with 100m water resistance. I do not understand why in 2023 all luxury watches aren’t fit to swim in.

8:02 "no" :D

How is Omega winning over Rolex fanboys? Why by having watches in the AD shops and not gouging their customers on pricing, of course.

I may be mad but I think you have to factor zero into the accuracy deviation which means the Rolex also has a 5 secs per day deviation just apportioned differently over minus and plus. Please tell me I'm not utterly insane.

I love your style and delivery, please don't forget to tell what the hands do. I don't see the minutes register, or is that why there are 2 hands on the hour register?

Brilliant…plain and simple. Bravo

New from Omega....."An accuracy nobody cares about at the expense of a size and thickness nobody wants".

Stale Rolex is being embarrassed again and again by innovative companies like Omega. The only strategy Rolex has is faux scarcity.

My brain expoloded with all the explanations

So this is the Omega Nanograph, right?

Would you say this is the most technologically advanced watch in the history of Watch Making in have bothe the Co-Axial and a balance spring which could be adjusted?

Omega all day long ,thanks👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

Do the citizen blue angels next please

I must say there at the end your impression of Jeremy Clarkson’s American accent is quite good.

Ian Faith the late manager of Spinal Tap said it beatifully. "It looks like an Australians nightmare". No offence to the Ozzies.

Incomparable… the omega is the size of a Big Mac.

Call me when they fix the lume on the hands. They don't charge up unless they get hit with direct light. The markers are perfect. Hands, not

Video shoulda been quite a bit shorter. Some kind of RU-vid metric for more revenue? Quite painful waiting for the reveal.

Omega > Rolex ... sorry but internet hype and marketing doesn't equal superiority... in my opinion

that watch is going to be called the bumblebee for sure..

Which is the nicer watch of the two? Neither, I’d pick a Zenith Chronomaster Sport over both of them.

Good explanations and good discussion! Thank you!

This reminds me of a story I heard on this show . Back when Rolex and Omega were trying to increase their depth ratings. Omega got all fancy and made some sort of liquid metal thing while Rolex simply just made the crystal thicker there by increasing the depth rating by simple means

It would be interesting to see the actual manufacturing cost of a Rolex Sub compared to the Omega 300m professional or even the Planet Ocean. The mark-up on so called luxury watches must be huge.

Watchfinder doing what they do best…smashing the illusion that Rolex is superior because of scarcity and prices

the ending was the best part 😂😂😂 Rolex's silicon spring :))

Its a stunner. That fade….