My dad passed away on February 1st from covid, he left me his omega seamaster 300 with the 8800 movement, it’s bitter sweet having it because my dad loved this watch as much as I do too but I’d give it up if I could have him back, until then I’ll hold on to it until I see him again so I can give it back to him because it’s more his watch then it’ll ever be mine ❤️
I agree! The best kept ‘secret’, as far as I’m concerned! Yes, Rolex invented many features that automatic wristwatches enjoy today: The first, effective, water-resistant case, arguably among the most relevant but Rolex is a bit mundane and their innovations are still there but their watches can only withstand, I believe, between 1000-5000 gauss. The Omega has a capability of 15,000, three+ times Rolex’ capabilities. Even the 8800 movement is a superior movement to the 4130 Rolex caliber. That cyclops eye just never did it for me! I’ll take the date at 6-O-Clock, thank you!
des lee - I got the blue/gray version in July and have been nothing but extremely satisfied with it. You will love yours. Because of its versatility and robust nature it has become my daily wear timepiece. I have swapped it out for an Orient Triton when traveling and working in sketchy areas but that comes with my territory.
I went looking for my first omega a couple years ago thinking about getting a speedy but wound up getting a planet ocean (8500). I absolutely love it. I have been an omega fan boi for 35 years and finally own one for myself. I don't dislike rolex at all, but i think their prices are hyper inflated because they have a better marketing department that created an abnormal demand for their watches.
I think you've got a fair outlook, Greg, it's similar to mine too. Definitely, I've got nothing against Rolex but like you said it's so hard to beat Omega's value. That 8500 is a damn beauty too!
Well with luxury brands like omega I like the fact that they are more dedicated in the actual product itself rather than focusing on marketing strategies like rolex beside I like the fact that it is more hidden to public nowadays when we talk about a luxury watch we all reminded of rolex so In this sense I belive omega is more exclusive and what I call it for people with more taste. If you are wearing an omega not only that tells that you are wealthy but also it indicates that you are also smart enough not to pay the crazy inflated price of a rolex.
It shows that you're a much more secure person, not trying to shout and catch attention. More refined. Discreet. The 321 and Snoopy are more expensive than most Rolexes. Yet they are more discreet. E Best regards
@@super1million11 pretty sure an average used motorcycle is still more expensive than an Omega tho. You can get new Omega models for under 2K nowadays from the grey market.
Even ten, fifteen years ago Omega was on par if not better than Rolex. Overall build quality, coaxial escapement, clasp, just to name a few points. I could have picked up a Submariner as my first luxury watch back in 2008 but instead I went for the blue Bond SMP 300 and a black Planet Ocean on a rubber strap just a few months later, followed by the orange PO chrono one year later. Yes, I am an Omega fanboy and my parents also wear Omega divers since a few years. Especially my mother gets a lot of compliments for her sword hand SMP.
@whereRbearsTeeth wow! You really love Rolex so much huh... I saw you trolling on other people's comments on other videos on other channels. Talk about dedication 😅
One man's experience with both brands over a span of 15 years: Have owned two Rolex (Explorer 36mm and the old Sub No-Date). Have owned two Omega Seamasters, including my current watch, a 36.5mm Seamaster with black face. Loved all of them honestly. But the Omega have been more consistent as time keepers for me and the lume is much, much better, which is important to me as a mountain trekker who occasionally finds himself out after dark.
Good input. One thing I never get as a watch fan is the obsession with lume. I really don’t care at all. If I need to know the time in the dark I use my phone or if it’s going to be a night bike ride etc I wear one of my G Shocks with a backlight. For explorers/mountain fans there are a ton of great pieces of tech to use. Same as divers watches. I have a few including a Planet Ocean GMT, ( same thing with the GMT complication - completely unnecessary as I can use my phone anywhere in the world and it auto corrects and an app like Miranda will do the business for multiple time zones, or do the maths in my head but I just love the idea and look if it ) but my son who is a Dive Instructor points out serious divers will almost always use a sophisticated Dive Computer these days perhaps with a conventional dive watch as a backup. Anyway I love Omegas and this is just my personal point of view.
@@marcdaniels9079 Developed an affinity for good watches & good lume as an Army paratrooper. You can't use your headlamp, iphone or whatever to illuminate your watch as you watch the seconds tick down before a deliberate assault.
@@marcdaniels9079 I dive with my omega Seamaster. I don't like using a dive computer. The lume is really important for me. That said when I'm doing night dives I just use my flashlight to charge the lume whenever I need to
There are plenty of fantastic $500-1500 watches that make even buying an Omega seem silly. I guess once a person is willing to actually spend over 5k for a machine on their wrist which has been surpassed in almost every way by technology it’s all about emotion pure and simple, because it sure ain’t about logic. And I have a Rolex gmt so I do get it.
@@msbrownbeast I could have picked up a Rolex Sub on a Navy ship while I was in the Marines in 1967 for $180. I chose a Zodiac Seawolf for $120 instead, thought it looked nicer, still do! If foresight was 20/20 I would have bought the sub and kept it in a box and picked up $17,000 for it today
I also pulled the trigger today. It took a long time for me to do this step. Reading about it, collecting experiences... reviews and and and... I finally had the opportunity to walk into an AD after today's work. (in the next bigger town near my home) I saw it in real life for the first time. touched it, put it on my wrist and well... I was not able to walk out of the store without it anymore 💕 It's my first luxury watch ever and an entire new experience. That dial is so amazing that I can't stop looking at it with a big smile in my face. I'm so happy with this beauty 😍 Hardest part was choosing the color. But in the end I took the black one.
I'm an owner of my Seamaster 300 since 1967. ( I was 15) It is still telling the correct time every day and has gone up in value! My most beautiful watch.
Having owned both Rolex Submariner 11610 and the Omega Seamaster with 2500D movement it was no contest. The Rolex destroyed it. But when the new Omega Seamaster 2018 came and the 8800 movement, it was game over. Sold my Sub for 10k (box and papers) and mice a nice little profit. Owning the new Seamaster for almost 2 years, I've never looked back. Even with the new 2020 Submariner its was pretty Meh. Took Rolex awhile to catch up to Omega. With a huge increase in price and an automatic 2 year fantasy waitlist it's not even worth it any more. Almost 10k for a diver? Nope. If I'm crossing that threshold I'm looking Blancpan, AP, PP, VC, etc...
Now this is the kind of insight I wanted to hear, as someone who's never owned a submariner and in today's market probably won't pick one up seeing as how there's fierce competition. Espeically with Rolex's latest increasingly conservative changes to the lineup I'm feeling alot of lack of imagination that I see Omega working hard to close the gap in. Now I by no means think Rolex is bad, as an owner of one they're fantastic. It's just hard to justify taking a sub today and our opinions seem to match up perfectly regarding the contest between sub and smp. Thanks for the insight!
@@WatchTWM Of course. I think it helps too that I'm in my mid 30s and knew what Rolex was all about Pre 2018. Back in the 2000's were you could literally walk into any AD, get a sports model with a 10-20% discount. Those were the days.
Hey guys I've owned my 2500D for just over 2 yrs now and to me not having anything else to compare it with it's the mutt's nuts as far as I'm concerned. Saying that the latest Seamaster is getting massive reviews so after an absolute shitty year here in England 🏴 I'm going to treat myself to the blue on steel, my SMPc is black so it'll be a nice change, keep well guys and thanks for a top review 👍
I have a few Rolexes, but I am sick of paying the waiting game for the new ones I want and no way am I paying more than retail on the grey market. I’ve also had issues with Rolex ADs with whom I have a solid buying history with, playing games by wanting me to purchase watches I don’t want, (and at higher price margins than the ones I want), for the privilege of being somewhere on the list to get the watches I do want. I find that to be fairly unethical. I wanted 2020 to end on a good note, so on December 31, I went out and bought an Omega Seamaster 300M. ...My first Omega. And I love it. And even better, I walked into the AD - a store I’d never been in before and with whom I have zero buying history - and I was able to look at the watch I was thinking about purchasing, along with several others. They treated me like a valued customer the very moment I walked in the door, and they had inventory! I left the store on my original visit to give myself a few days to decide if I really wanted to purchase the watch or not. Five days later, I went in and purchased it. It was the best purchase I made in 2020 and wearing it every day since has been a joy. I’m going to cancel the order I have had in with the Rolex AD for the last four months. I’m not even interested in purchasing another Rolex until the games they’re playing with supply changes. And I’m already considering purchasing a different Omega that I looked at when I went to purchase my Seamaster. Two Omegas for the price of one Rolex? Yes, please! Life is short. I don’t want to wait months, or even years, to get a Rolex when I’ve got the money to spend and want a new watch right now. The look, feel and quality of this Omega has impressed me; the AD treated me like a valued customer; and I know I’ll actually be able to look at and purchase the watch I want...when I want it, because they have stock available. Sold. I’m a fan.
I agree with you fully Robert, and I think the fact Omega has gained so much traction in the last few years has been a testament to their vast improvement in quality, closing the gap with them and Rolex. I'm sure what's also partly at play is like you said, you can actually expect to leave the store with an Omega when you want to buy one, whereas you're handed a waiting list over at Rolex haha
You have to be patient with Rolex, and play the long game. If you can do that, you will be rewarded. I didn't settle, got the heavy hitter pieces I wanted.
@@brandonnickerson8934 life is too short to wait. i have money today i will want to get a watch today not 2-3years later. i might not be in same financial situation, or worse dead.
I have the automatic Omega M300 Professional Blue Face with the coaxial movement. The bezel is the ceramic type. I have it for about 5 years. I just recently had a cleaning and maintenance done. The date number is on the right side 3 O'clock position. As for accuracy I found it to average about +2 to -2 seconds per day depending on my activity. I am wearing it 24/7.
I had the last gen SMP and a 2017 no date sub. I always favored the sub over the Seamaster. I sold the old Seamaster and bought a new 2020 model. Now the Sub sits on my nightstand and I wear the Seamaster everyday. Great watch!
How are you liking the Seamaster bracelet compared to the Sub? A lot of folks are complaining about sharp edges & general lack of comfort of the bracelet.
Bang for the buck I'll take an Omega or Grand Seiko over ANY of Rolex's offerings. I just think they offer more in their movement technology and in my opinion are aesthetically more pleasing. Consider lastly the price gouging that is occuring with Rolex and it is a no brainier.
Definitely! Not to mention constant fresh new designs, and no waiting lists, for half the price. Like you said John, it's a no brainer. Appreciate your input!
I literally just purchased this exact piece and absolutely fell in love with this after my first few days of wear. People who normally do not notice timepieces actually comment on this watch.
I recently bought this watch for myself. I paid full retail at an AD, and I have ZERO regrets! Think about all the horror stories that luxury watch owners tell, and then imagine how many of those stories were because they said “I don’t need that much water resistance.” “What’s the point of so much anti-magnetism?” “Who even noticed chronometer accuracy?” Meanwhile, Seamaster owners have a stress-free, over-built, bada** watch; and if you think divers aren’t dressy, ask James Bond his opinion.
I agree. I’m looking into getting the SM300. AD isn’t offering discounts at this time, but I’d never buy a watch over $1000 anywhere but an AD. The slightest chance of a fake, or unseen damage would always be in the back of my mind. Also, seeing the Rolex shelves bear makes me question the integrity of the brand.
Just bought at AD with bracelet. No discounts…sales did order me the black rubber strap at no cost though. Saw my veteran DL and threw it in for free 👍🏻
Excellent review! I was looking into buying a Rolex until today, where I was honestly told by my dealer that after waiting for a year for one that there’s a minimal chance of getting a Sub without a purchase history. They told me it would be until at least 2022 until they start getting models in regularly. This looks like a great alternative because I love the Omega technology and the fact that I’ll have money leftover without compromising on anything other than the Rolex name.
Thanks Noah! And yeah it's crazy the wait lists are insane, although I will say I talked to one dealer and he showed me a watch that was "waitlisted", and said there's some shady things that go on, like they won't show you certain watches unless you're a big shot customer. Kind of annoying this stuff happens but regardless I hope you find the watch you're looking for!
@Daytona 6263 this is solid advice. I can't think of enough reason to not buy a watch for investment. Besides, 90% of watches would be a losing strategy anyway. Would take a large fortune to make a small fortune as they say haha
What a refreshing take and review! I was set on a GMT Master-II at one point but it's no longer worth the hassle to me. Overpriced gray market stock, AD waitlist games and "pay-to-play for the watch you really want" shenanigans may likely sour watch enthusiasts to Rolex over time. It was a huge turn-off for me and I've come to have a new-found appreciation for Omega with the Seamaster 300M simply because of their innovative approach with METAS certification. Rolex seemingly continues to rest on its laurels a bit too much. Cheers!
I have both the GMT Master ll and the 'Seaweed' SMP300. They are both great and although I love the bracelet on the Rolex, I find the Seamaster a better daily wearer.
I agree with you 100% I own four rolexes and now this will be my second omega I also just purchased the Omega speedmaster Moon watch these are far and beyond the Rolex. I love my rolexes but I will definitely stick with omega from now on. Much better bang for the buck and the prices of these rolexes have just gone through the roof and it's ridiculous. Thanks for your awesome review
I’ve had friends who were mugged and hospitalized for their Rolex watch. Sad our society is so violent, but no Omega acquaintances who’ve been mugged for their watch. Omegas keep better time and have longer service intervals. Ask me how I know!
This is my first luxury watch and I couldn't be happier. My Seamaster is the stainless/yellow gold version and it is drop-dead gorgeous. I don't wear it in water (personal preference), but it's on my wrist 95% of the time. My plans are to keep it there until the bucket has been kicked. A Grand Seiko accompanies me if I go somewhere formal. I'm retired, so that is when I wear the "dress" T-shirt!
I couldn’t agree more even though I love the Rolex brand and throughout my life I’ve owned 6 at one time , but omega have closed the gap and I believe they’re on the same par as Rolex if not a better brand. Omega #1
Omega is a great watch,full of innovations,but in term of accuracy,they still fall behind rolex,even compared to my tudor with their new manufacture movement,the cal 8800 metas cert still can’t get the +1s per day,maybe i get the not so accurate copy after all
I’ve had a Omega Seamaster since 2000 and I have worn it daily, its had nocks and scrapes on some fairly rough stuff with no signs of failing, would I buy omega again you bet, in fact I’m considering an X33 as my next one 🥰
I love the Omega seamaster professional chronograph 300, its design style and the watch craftsmanship together with the choice of materials used (i chose the rose gold and ceramic) made it an easy choice. Its regardless of the brand name, i have a rolex but the Omega is just such a good looking timepiece.
I recently got the white dial on rubber strap. The most stunning and best fitting 42mm watch I’ve ever worn. I have a 6.5 in wrist. I have a pelagos 42 titanium, and this feels more in place
I tried the black face 42mm version on today. It is a nice watch and I would like to buy it, but it's annoyingly too small for my 19cm/7.5" wrist! I know they've tooled a 43.5mm version in ceramic (no red highlights, no date, and 1.5x cost!) so why can't they do this model based on that case sizing? For now, I'll carry on wearing my 45.5mm Planet Ocean 600M chrono but I would like a non-chrono watch to wear for a change. I know some people comment hoping certain larger watches could be made for their smaller wrists, but it works both ways! There are a lot of watches I like that are just too small, especially 40mm and under which look like they're made for children!
I own the white dial version, for the price I think it's hard to find a better beater. Every detail from the box to the movement is well beyond what you would expect at this price. I've been wearing mine for a few months now and it still brings me a lot of joy looking at it each day.
I choose omega 100%. Rolex is way too overrated, especially in hiphop. also its the most faked watch out there. Omega is stealthy and luxurious. as the saying goes 'buy a Rolex to impress others, buy an omega to impress yourself;
Nice review of the Omega SMP 300 Diver. I got mine in October 2018, when it was just released. The dial is beautiful, indoors or outdoors, it is nice to look at. More importantly, mine is dead accurate, keeping nearly +0 spd in accuracy. I'd like a SS Rolex professional model one day but I will not pay over MSRP for one.
Hi Aryan, so SMP's tend to lose a little value, albeit nothing as bad as lets say a Breitling. That's why I recommend personally to get one of these second hand and capitalize off the loss of value. They're tough as nails too so you'll find plenty in immaculate shape. Hope that helps!
No problem my man, I personally am against buying watches for investment, they say it takes a big fortune to make a small fortune in the watch game. With that said I would go on chrono24 and you can even chart out the price of a specific watch over the years based on average re-sale prices. Might be a good place to start, although I'm just gonna re-iterate I personally believe you should buy something you love and IF it gains value then that's a great cherry on top. Hopefully that gets you started!
Great video. I own a Rolex Sub and the Omega Seamaster you are reviewing here. Agree with your comments on the omega lifting it’s game and being comparable to a Rolex sub. Nice balanced review man.
Nice images, nay I ask you which camera and lens you're using? I just made a lens review for the Sigma 105mm f/2.8 Macro, and therefore I used my Omega Seamaster Diver 300. Please take a look and let me know your thoughts
Hi Will, this is one of their coaxial movements which, if you read around, you’ll see some of them might need servicing a little earlier than the Omega standard 5-7 year mark. With that said I haven’t heard of anyone personally having issues even after 7 years of no servicing so take that with a grain of salt!
Just curious, is the new omega seamaster bezel have some fraction of a mm "play" on the bezel? its like the bezel have a bit of give movement...really tiny side to side movement..is it normal? its like tiny bit loose but i know its not actually loose...and have small metallic sound when you tap the bezel...some people said that's not flaw as long as there is perfect alignment, but i don't know, what do you think? i was quite panic when i first received the watch. I used to owned breitling avenger chrono 43 mm and i feel breitling bezel is rock solid and a bit stiff to turn (well sometimes too stiff to turn).
To be honest I found this one way too tight, didn’t experience any loosening either. If anything I’ve heard the complaint very often that they’re just annoying to turn especially because the grip on the scalloped bezel isn’t great . They should be easy to adjust if you take it to a jeweller if you have that issue though, I’ve heard of people resetting them at home on the forums but personally I wouldn’t touch a watch this expensive myself 😅 Hope that helps!
Yes the grip its not that good...thx for the reply...i look closer on your video, my bezel movement is exactly like your video on 4:40 - 4:42...there is slight like "loose" movement on the bezel before the "click" comes next...
@@some12see It might just be hard to tell because my hand is covering so much of the basil so you might actually be mistaken my finger movement. I agree the grip is not very good but I personally can’t say that this one is loose, it probably looks loose because my finger slips slightly. Hope that helps!
@@WatchTWM can you please be kind to have a look at this link? Just want to make sure one more time that my watch hopefully is normal...thx in advanced 🙏 ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE--vYdlMPrR_A.html
IMO, the Submariner is a classic watch. It looks beautiful and will endure. But, I prefer my Seamaster 300m. I find it more interesting to look at and I think the underlying technology is superior. The daniel's escapement was one of the reasons I bought mine. If I had to choose between a vintage Submariner and a modern Seamaster, I might have to think for a bit though.
Definitely, although there's something to be said about the charm of owning an icon like the submariner, it's not like the smp is "un-iconic" and I do agree with you about the technology being superior. Interesting to see what Rolex will clap back within coming years, especially knowing how long they take to make any changes to their lineup, meanwhile omega just tries to leap as far forward as they can and don't play it conservative at all.
I had a vintage submariner it had hollow links, not a fan. I also own a Rolex GMT Master 11, beautiful watch but scratches easily. My next purchase will be an Omega SeaMaster 300!
I really want one but I’m unsure of what colour to go for, black or blue? I also like the Tudor Black Bay so it’s between that or the Omega, haven’t decided yet 100%!
Ouf that's a very common dilemma between those two. Not gonna lie the black bay holds a special place in my heart, the burgundy ETA model is the one to go for for me personally. The in house is a chunky chunky thing. Also you're getting an aluminium bezel, which while yes it's more classical it doesn't offer the resistance of the ceramic. Dollar for dollar I think the seamaster wins hands down as far as what the best value is, but the Black Bay brings a different set of advantages to the table in terms of more classical and traditional characteristics
@@WatchTWM very true, also value held seems to differentiate, the black bay sells for not far off retail whereas the seamaster is a worth a grand less the second you walk out the shop. I think I do prefer the seamaster, just need to decide colour.
@@cwuzii Sounds like your minds already made up, as for the colour only you can be the judge. This black model has this very deep quality it has its hard to explain fully in words that's the worst part about talking about watches on the internet lol
@@WatchTWM yeah I think I should go inside the omega shop and see if they will let me see both in person and maybe try them on. I always preferred the blue seamaster and then maybe I’ll buy a submariner in black so that way I don’t have two blacks, but since seeing the black seamaster I love it as much as the blue! Very hard decision indeed! Plus with the submariner being so hard to get (5 year waiting list in the uk) I might not even end up having one sadly. First world problems 🤦🏻♂️
Rolex your buying into a brand, Omega your buying a timepiece. They will both outlive the original owner and if you have the dollar buy what makes you feel good.
Great video, thanks for that. Just as a matter of interest, my 300M is just over a year old now, and a week ago I decided to put it on the timegrapher, it was less than a second a day out measured in one position with zero beat error which is certainly good enough for me.
I totally agree with you! Rolex is ‘overhyped’, overpriced, 904L stainless steel is ‘not’ better than 316L. It’s a little more corrosion resistant and shiny but also a little softer and prone to scratches and the triple lock crown system is nice on the Rolex but ‘overkill’ and the gaskets in the Omega ‘more’ than protect the water resistance of the Seamaster! The Omega is also more accurate! I know a person who owns both a GMT Rolex and a Seamaster. He has a 3135 movement in the Rolex and an 8800 caliber in the Seamaster. He says the Seamaster is ‘more’ accurate. You may argue that the new, 3235 Rolex movement is better but I’ve read many threads online that say it isn’t. For what it’s worth, that’s what I hear! Personally, the designs of Rolex ‘hardly’ if ever really appealed to me! However, the Omega watches always stoked my interest. If you’re going by history, read up ‘carefully’ and if you’re a Rolex fan, you may be disappointed in what you find! Rolex has a ‘distinct’ design that many appreciate and love but ultimately, it is a ‘heavily’ marketed watch that ‘touts’ innovated designs! Some of those designs were ‘bought’ or ‘acquired’ and not ‘created’ by Rolex of it’s founders and Rolex was ‘not’ the first ‘serialized’, publicly offered ‘five’ watch! That honor belongs to Omega and not even BlancPain. The ‘Marine’ in 1932. Enough said!
Ive grown to like the new wave dial on these models, but I do wish they would give you the option of having the seahorse emblem on the case-back. I used to love seeing that on the back when I owned a Seamaster
Ah a classic lover I see haha, you know with their engraving technology they really could make quite a deep and detailed seahorse but I’m sure they want to show off their improvements and decorations in the movement more than retaining its classic look. Can’t argue you with you though!
It really is horses for courses. I cannot see one really any better than the other. With reference to the watches, not the bracelets, there is not much in it other than determining which you like the look of. They both use premium materials, have similar power reserves, in-house movements (the Daniels escapement seems overhyped to me though) and prestige. The main reason I have never purchased an Omega is the bracelet, which compared to the Rolex, seems of lesser quality. I do like some Omegas and may get one anyway in the near future.
That's a fair point Allan, not everyone is a fan of this tank tread bracelet, and perosnally I do find the oyster bracelet more comfortable although I like the uniqueness of the smp bracelet
Very nice video, crammed with terrific information. I have two Seamasters, one I've had for about 30 years, gold bezel with a black face but is only 36mm;. I a second one a little over a years ago, 41 mm with a blue bezel & face, both are quartz which I prefer to an automatic. Yes, I'm looking around for a another Seamaster but with a black bezel & face. When I got my first Omega, I asked the jeweler what was the difference with one selling for $1700 vs $800 or $900, the less expensive watches have plastic gears vs the more expensive metal gears. I do like the Seamaster over the Speedmaster since I don't like to have busy face on the watch besides, I really doubt I would take it off to time someone in a race. Overall, the Seamaster is made to IMPRESS.
I have this exact watch with white dial. It really is my perfect watch. I was tempted by the black dial too. To think that I could have BOTH for the price of a Submariner 😄 no contest
I always wanted an Omega as the were used on the moon and they were used as the Bond watches and they were just so well made, other brands were of no interest to me. I bought my Seamaster 300 ten years ago and it still looks great l used to just use it for special occasions but now I wear is five days a week. Might as well enjoy it and while it’s great to see Omega getting the recognition it deserves I won’t be selling it ever.
For sure man, you can find these used anywhere from $3000-$6000 depending on the state and the original box etc etc . Try searching on Chrono24 you’ll find lots and get a good idea of the price
I've owned multiple Rolexes, Breitlings, and Omegas. The difference is that I've ended up selling/trading all of those Breitlings, and all but one of those Rolexes, but I still own every Omega I've ever bought. Omega is the way.
You could go for an after market Milanese mesh/shark mesh bracelet but that's as far as I've seen, it's not too common to swap out bracelets on the smp, unless of course you're going for a rubber or NATO. Hope that helps!
I have to agree. I was luke warm to the new wave dial design, as I was crazy about the old wave dial. But, after seeing one in person this weekend, I placed my order for a blue one this morning.
I actually sold my seamaster 300m white dial for the new 41mm sub date. Don’t get me wrong, I really loved the seamaster, but I really found it hard to see the date complication. Maybe my eyes need checking, but I really like the Cyclops on the sub for that reason. I also think the sub date looks more “timeless”. In 30 years i can hazard a guess that my submariner won’t look out of place compared to the latest version, however the seamaster changes a lot, and I can’t begin to imagine what it will look like. I think the sub is more timeless and the seamaster more flashy and modern ( for now).
@@WatchTWM Thanks! And thanks for the content, I only recently discovered your channel, but it’s nice to see honest opinions without the forced controversy, it’s too rare these days! 👌
The lack of a tapered bracelet is a complaint alot of people are having in these comments , would definitley be nice to have I agree, congrats on the purchase by the way!
Went to buy my first luxury watch after 2 years of research. Wanted a Rolex. Found out its like a 2-3 year wait. Went to Omega, found a watch far more beautiful and functional than a Rolex and laid down $13k for it. Your lose Rolex.
Well the price ranges are very different. So it’s very hard to compare. I love the Seiko 5 lineup and you honestly can’t go wrong for the price. For luxury Omega will take the cake as one of the best values in my opinion. Hope that helps!
Nice video but the SMP did not get the co-axial movement (2500) until 2006. I know I had bought one new in 2003 and it had the 1120 ETA. I just sold it and bought the 8800.
I have the great white 300m on my wrist right now, you don't have be a student of watches to know Omega watches are the best value dollar 4 dollar. Exceptional warranty and low maintenance, its a watch to wear, perhaps pass down not flip in my opinion. I really suggest building a relationship with an AD, I can''t say you will have the same experience I have had with Jared's in Knoxville, Tn but the amazing service, detail, pricing and swag more than made up for any grey mkt discount. Ask for John Fair and tell him M. Moore recommended him. Enjoy your watches!
It can still be better though, get rid of the difficult to read hands, make them solid, get rid of the helium valve that no one needs and get rid of the co-axial escapement which is difficult to service.
Completely agree. I own an SMP, a 1999 model, and I wear it daily. I also own a 2002 Rolex kermit and a 2009 white face daytona, out of which I wear the kermit rarely and the daytona never. Partly due to pricing as I live in London where watch theft is at an all time high, and partly due to condition. I put my SMP on a rubber strap so no concerns about scratches on the bracelet. The daytona bezel seems to get scratched just by looking at it too. I have been tempted by the new SMP as it looks great but I can't part with the one I have and don't need two
Watched a video a while back about some guy talking about watches, he happened to live in London and said the same thing about theft, it's really that bad it seems?
@@WatchTWM Really bad. A guy from my gym was stabbed to death a few years back for his date-just 2 not far from where I live. The link to the story is below. It's so bad here this kind of thing doesn't even make mainstream news. Only local news covers it. www.newsshopper.co.uk/news/18928311.greenwich-man-killed-danny-pearce-rolex-jailed/
I have 2020 submariner 124060 and this 2018 SMP 300 black dial as part of my small collection. Honestly, I like the SMP 300 better than my sub, specially on the rubber strap. It feels better on my wrist and more elegant, classy and sporty at the same time. Also, my SMP 300 is my most accurate watch, running 2sec/week. Btw, I love your video presentation. More power!
Appreciate your kind support! Honestly I think it's very apparent that people are finding omega is a very close substitute for a sub, didn't expect your accuracy to be better on your smp although I can't say I'm totally surprised. Either way they're both fantastic watches. If you HAD to pick one which would it be though 👀👀
@@WatchTWM to be honest, I bought the sub thinking to sell it to generate a cashflow. I bought the SMP 300 because I like it. But for the meantime, I will keep them both since I have only 4 watches in my collection. The SMP is much nicer in person and getting most wrist time. I will keep it and will pass it to my next generation. 😁
I'm enjoying mine with the white dial. Be aware that the clasp may have a defect that prevents release. If you purchase from an AD, warranty may cover the replacement. I purchased new from the grey market and the cost to replace the clasp was ~ $400 USD.
The reason Bond producers chose Omega was because Jean Claude Biver paid them for the exclusive product placement. Bond wore a Rolex in the books because Ian Fleming wore a Rolex. Ian Fleming was also a spy in real life.
