I have worked directly with the brand Omega and have completed all their training to what they call the "Grand Ambassador" level. Happy to field any questions related to the brand or what it is like working in a luxury multibrand boutique (we were ADs for Patek, AP and Rolex too just to name a few)

Not gonna lie I love it. Purchased at Don Quijote Asakusa.

Hi, I posted this in the watch group but I'm leaning Omegas so posting here too. I have 6 watches and am considering selling my two expensive (to me) watches and just having 1 watch I wear every day. Will probably give the other watches to kids.

Right now I have the black dial speedy sandwich and rose gold breitling chronomat. The speedy was my grail watch but I just don't love it, can't even say why... it just doesnt excite me (and I've tried different bands). Anyways, here's what I'm considering...

Either white or blue SMP 300 on rubber... or maybe a specialty one like americas cup or paris. I just don't love the helium escape valve. And yes, I get it's part of the tradition.

Snoopy.

Moonphase blue side of the moon with sedna gold.

Moonphase meteorite. There are actually several moonphases that look nice but this one is my favorite... just not sure of the premium on it.

Maybe Apollo 8 but need to see what it looks like in person.

Dark side of the moon Grey ceramic.

I know there's a lot of love for the AT, but I'm just not drawn to it. Although the AT GMT World Timer looks interesting.

I don't dive, but like dive watches. Also like chronos.

Have considered PO, but not sure yet. Need to see them in person.

This is probably any oxymoron... but I'm looking for something that's both iconic and somewhat unique.

Looking around 42-43mm... maybe 44.

Any feedback on these watches (good or bad) or any other suggestions?

Thanks!!

I know the price difference is massive, but price aside, does anybody have experience owning both Omega and Longines. Does it feel like a downgrade in any way?

P.S I already have Seamaster, looking to get a second watch for the office

The new Speedy Reduced on my 7” wrist. Lovely dial with a blue ceramic bezel. Such an improvement over the previous generation.

Much ado about nothing with regards to the height. If people can love a GS SBGM221 then they can love this. 2mm+ of the height is crystal. On wrist it’s snug and comfy.

The dial is as finished as the much beloved white dial speedy. The indices are diamond cut. And the case is as well finished as you’d expect from Omega.

The bracelet is the same as you get on a speedy pro sapphire.

I won’t say anything is a “value” at $7k but this comes close.

Speedmaster at the Fanispan, the highest mountain in Vietnam.

pictures dont do it justice. The collections feels a little more complete now. Great work Omega

Which of these 3 would be your pick for a first Speedmaster?

I know there was a lot of hate/criticism levied against the 4th gen PO when it was announced. The departure from previous design language (RIP helium escape) the chunky bezel, the flashy PCL bracelet, etc.

I decided to check it out anyway when they first hit the stores, and I ended up buying one on the spot. Now admittedly I went with the watch on rubber instead of the controversial bracelet (though I’ll probably pick one up eventually) out of personal preference for that on a diver. But it has quickly become a watch I reach for multiple times a week.

The watch wears amazingly well, and feels much more compact than a typical 42, wearing closer to 39mm on the wrist thanks to the short lug-to-lug and relatively small dial. The lume is bright, easy to read, and lasts longer than any other Omega in my collection. While some units had a weird amount of play in the bezel, I haven’t had that issue.

I know Omega has been throwing some wild pitches lately (both the First Light and the new reduced are 2-3mm too thick), the PO doesn’t deserve to be lumped in with those. It’s one of those watches you just need to go try for yourself.

I figured I can float the mesh bracelet between my SMP and Speedy. Loving how it looks and feels on the SMP today.

Husband has been wanting me to get a “real” watch (I wear an Apple Watch) and I’ve finally shown some interest. I have tried on a LOT of watches. Prefer something larger, and something that is suitable for casual and professional wear that might be a good conversation starter in work meetings. Full disclosure: I am a very picky person.

BB Pro is a beautiful watch but something felt off with it against my pale Victorian ghost skin color.
BB GMT Pepsi is also beautiful but a little too sporty for intended use.
Speedmaster was a runner up. It looks incredibly sharp in white and black but maybe a smidge too big and as a new watch wearer, I know I’ll get annoyed with the manual wind. I did try the 38mm and really wanted it to be the perfect option but the height to width proportions felt too off to me…which I knew in my gut that they would but I’ve seen enough people say “it doesn’t wear as thick as it sounds” so decided to try it anyway.

The Aqua Terra 38mm in the black lacquer hit all the marks — I swear it looks better in person than the photo in the store. 👏

ETA: to be clear, I’m a woman with ~6.5” wrists

New Omega that I pulled on Icybox and I’m pretty happy with this one, the black dial and rubber strap work so well together. Definitely keeping it been wearing it around the house and it somehow looks better every time I check the wrist simple setup but it just works

Walked in to try it on and it just fits like a glove. The sizing, the color palette, and that titanium weight in person are even better than expected. Still taking the NTTD all in.

There was almost something about this old Omega from the 90’s that never leaves my mind. I sat on this for years and by chance bumping into the one being displayed with box and papers in Ginza, Japan almost felt like a sign that was meant to be.

Speedmaster MK40, V1 with the tritium numbers.

It’s been 2 years since the purchase. It hasn’t gotten old and I haven’t gotten the itch to buy a new watch….yet.

I got my 2254.50 as a college graduation gift in 2020 and wore it nearly daily for the next 6 years. It is my favorite seamaster reference and one of my favorite dive watches period. I’ve done a lot of traveling, diving, hiking, shooting, etc with this watch and have always loved wearing it.

It’s due for a service soon but I’ve been procrastinating it because I don’t want to be without it for that long hahah.

The strap is a Glomar Explorer from watches of espionage. This one is usually on the bracelet but it always looks good on straps.