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Otis · 5 February 2007, 04:42 PM

As you may know, I recently sent off my favourite speedmaster pro for a service, and I've been left with my seamaster as a daily wearer. It's the first time in a while I've just worn one watch. And I'm impressed

I've worn it for just over a month, which included gym sessions, swimming, running, moving twice (business and home!) and pretty everything else I threw at it.... including a few collisions with doors

And it still looks and feels great.

I'm happy with the accuracy too, just over 30sec fast since I set it over a month ago.

Now, I must admit.... I still prefer the looks of the speedy, and the fact that it wears a bit bigger is a big plus (no guesses what my next watch will be

) However, the bracelet on this one is solid as a rock. Apart from the clasp, which is somewhat of a scratch magnet, it wears great, is comfortable and never too heavy.

So, overall, very happy! If anyone is considering one of these, go for it.

mailman · 5 February 2007, 08:16 PM

Gotta be honest with you here Otis. I think it's a great looking watch but the knob for the HE valve is a total turn off for me. I know I'm being nit picky but that's one cosmetic thing that bugs me.

I almost bought one around three years ago and had it on my wrist for about a half hour in the store but I just couldn't get past it. It bothered me as I really like the watch and had every expectation of purchasing it when I went into the store. Just my $.02 pal

Otis · 5 February 2007, 08:57 PM

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Originally Posted by mailman

Gotta be honest with you here Otis. I think it's a great looking watch but the knob for the HE valve is a total turn off for me. I know I'm being nit picky but that's one cosmetic thing that bugs me.

I almost bought one around three years ago and had it on my wrist for about a half hour in the store but I just couldn't get past it. It bothered me as I really like the watch and had every expectation of purchasing it when I went into the store. Just my $.02 pal

Yeah I feel you. I guess it's all personal, because I quite like the knob.

I guess they did it to be different to say a SD, with just the valve.

nottinghill · 5 February 2007, 11:46 PM

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Originally Posted by mailman

Gotta be honest with you here Otis. I think it's a great looking watch but the knob for the HE valve is a total turn off for me. I know I'm being nit picky but that's one cosmetic thing that bugs me.

I almost bought one around three years ago and had it on my wrist for about a half hour in the store but I just couldn't get past it. It bothered me as I really like the watch and had every expectation of purchasing it when I went into the store. Just my $.02 pal

yeah...i guess it's very much a personal thing.... well for me it's the knob that makes it 'unique' for me...... but important thing is that the bracelet is really comfortable.... just my $.03 ..........

JJ Irani · 6 February 2007, 04:58 AM

Hi Otis,

That's an all time icon classic in the Seamaster line-up.

The watch was made famous by 007 in the "Golden Eye" film (Pierce Brosnan's first movie as Bond) and the style and model has never changed since then.

It runs the very solid, rugged and dependable OMEGA 1120 movement which is a modified ETA 2892-A2 one with an extra 2 jewels thrown in by OMEGA to make it a 23 jewel, 28,800 A/Hr. beat.

Very reliable watch and one that will probably never go out of style!! Wear it in good health.

Cheers - JJ

Spark · 6 February 2007, 07:22 AM

I had the Limited edition model with 007 across the dial instead of the waves and it is a fantastic watch.
I only flipped it to put some cash toward my 1655 otherwise I would still have it.
I will miss it.
The lume is stunning in the dark too

mailman · 6 February 2007, 08:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Otis

Yeah I feel you. I guess it's all personal, because I quite like the knob.

I guess they did it to be different to say a SD, with just the valve.

I agree with you on the being different with the valve Otis. It's definetly an Omega trademark

The watch was comfortable as hell too.

BTW, JJ likes the knob too

mike · 6 February 2007, 09:12 AM

I had the GMT version. Loved the blue wave dial and skeleton hands.

I moved it to get another Rolex, but it's one I do miss!

charles · 6 February 2007, 09:14 AM

I just got this one...fantastic watch so far. No complaints other than maybe I'd prefer no He valve but it's at least different. I love that the GMT version has the sapphire caseback. I've found the bracelet one of the most comfortable on a watch...

JPJ · 7 February 2007, 05:04 PM

Great watch, bought mine in 1999 has been all over the world, up mountains (6500m in Pakistan), diving (65m), in the desert (+50°C), working on mine sites in Africa and Australia, the red on seconds hand has faded, the bezel is scratched and worn, well used.
Comfortable strap, more so than the seadweller which I now have, never once damaged the crystal no matter how many times I bashed it on things (chipped my SD crystal after a couple of months). I did manage to break it by dropping it on the floor at home (of all places), something internal came loose, all fixed now and ready for more action..

Otis · 7 February 2007, 07:07 PM

Great GMT's guys... I do like those applied markers. That has got to be a favourite GMT of mine.

And JPJ, fantastic story behind it. Would love to see some photos of that one. Whereabouts in Aus are you BTW?

padi56 · 7 February 2007, 07:37 PM

Great watch with a well proved reliable and very accurate movement.
Myself prefer the black dial with the half black/steel bezel,very comfortable watch to wear

Panos · 8 February 2007, 01:15 AM

they seem really heavy .. the buckle seems seems very big - are they comfortable ?

Prince Tudor · 8 February 2007, 01:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Panos

they seem really heavy .. the buckle seems seems very big - are they comfortable ?

A few months back I was looking at the non-bond 300 version. As far as I know. it the same watch minus the wavy dial. Please correct me if I'm wrong.
Anyway, it is very comfortable for it's size. I think for me the bracelet was the perfect width, it just sat nicely. But when push came to shove I didn't buy. I'm sure why, I guess the whole package just didn't sing to me enough.
I liked the HE valve as well.

roadcarver · 8 February 2007, 11:31 AM

I have the same one as yours, 2531.80, Otis. My wife gave it to me for Christmas and I love it.

It gets an equal amount of time with my SD and Avenger.

Bracelet is super comfy!

JPJ · 10 February 2007, 01:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Otis

And JPJ, fantastic story behind it. Would love to see some photos of that one. Whereabouts in Aus are you BTW?

Otis... I'll try and get some piccies when I back in Perth, currently on the edge of the Great Sandy Desert...

JPJ · 10 February 2007, 01:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Otis

And JPJ, fantastic story behind it. Would love to see some photos of that one. Whereabouts in Aus are you BTW?

Otis... I'll try and get some piccies when I get back to Perth, currently on the edge of the Great Sandy Desert...

kakalika · 10 February 2007, 01:54 PM

I agree with you guys, I had the TT model. It was quartz though. I loved the skeleton hands. I miss it sometimes. Bracelet was the best I have ever worn.

Otis · 10 February 2007, 02:06 PM

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Originally Posted by JPJ

Otis... I'll try and get some piccies when I get back to Perth, currently on the edge of the Great Sandy Desert...

Sounds good

Have a safe trip

President · 10 February 2007, 10:52 PM

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Originally Posted by kakalika

I agree with you guys, I had the TT model. It was quartz though. I loved the skeleton hands. I miss it sometimes. Bracelet was the best I have ever worn.

Do they make that anymore?

5 February 2007, 04:42 PM	#1
Otis "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2006 Real Name: Urs Location: QLD AU Watch: Omega x 2 Posts: 2,046	Seamaster thoughts As you may know, I recently sent off my favourite speedmaster pro for a service, and I've been left with my seamaster as a daily wearer. It's the first time in a while I've just worn one watch. And I'm impressed I've worn it for just over a month, which included gym sessions, swimming, running, moving twice (business and home!) and pretty everything else I threw at it.... including a few collisions with doors And it still looks and feels great. I'm happy with the accuracy too, just over 30sec fast since I set it over a month ago. Now, I must admit.... I still prefer the looks of the speedy, and the fact that it wears a bit bigger is a big plus (no guesses what my next watch will be ) However, the bracelet on this one is solid as a rock. Apart from the clasp, which is somewhat of a scratch magnet, it wears great, is comfortable and never too heavy. So, overall, very happy! If anyone is considering one of these, go for it. __________________ Rock the Casbah!

5 February 2007, 08:16 PM	#2
mailman TRF Moderator & SUBMARINER 2024 Patron Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: . Watch: 126610LN Posts: 35,491	Gotta be honest with you here Otis. I think it's a great looking watch but the knob for the HE valve is a total turn off for me. I know I'm being nit picky but that's one cosmetic thing that bugs me. I almost bought one around three years ago and had it on my wrist for about a half hour in the store but I just couldn't get past it. It bothered me as I really like the watch and had every expectation of purchasing it when I went into the store. Just my $.02 pal __________________ JJ

6 February 2007, 04:58 AM	#5
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	Hi Otis, That's an all time icon classic in the Seamaster line-up. The watch was made famous by 007 in the "Golden Eye" film (Pierce Brosnan's first movie as Bond) and the style and model has never changed since then. It runs the very solid, rugged and dependable OMEGA 1120 movement which is a modified ETA 2892-A2 one with an extra 2 jewels thrown in by OMEGA to make it a 23 jewel, 28,800 A/Hr. beat. Very reliable watch and one that will probably never go out of style!! Wear it in good health. Cheers - JJ __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

7 February 2007, 07:07 PM	#11
Otis "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2006 Real Name: Urs Location: QLD AU Watch: Omega x 2 Posts: 2,046	Great GMT's guys... I do like those applied markers. That has got to be a favourite GMT of mine. And JPJ, fantastic story behind it. Would love to see some photos of that one. Whereabouts in Aus are you BTW? __________________ Rock the Casbah!

7 February 2007, 07:37 PM	#12
padi56 "TRF" Life Patron Join Date: Jun 2005 Real Name: Peter Location: Llanfairpwllgwyng Watch: ing you. Posts: 52,958	Great watch with a well proved reliable and very accurate movement. Myself prefer the black dial with the half black/steel bezel,very comfortable watch to wear __________________ ICom Pro3 All posts are my own opinion and my opinion only. "The clock of life is wound but once, and no man has the power to tell just when the hands will stop. Now is the only time you actually own the time, Place no faith in time, for the clock may soon be still for ever." Good Judgement comes from experience,experience comes from Bad Judgement,.Buy quality, cry once; buy cheap, cry again and again. www.mc0yad.club Second in command CEO and left handed watch winder

6 February 2007, 07:22 AM	#6
Spark "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Real Name: Mark Location: U.K. Watch: Too Many Posts: 2,097	I had the Limited edition model with 007 across the dial instead of the waves and it is a fantastic watch. I only flipped it to put some cash toward my 1655 otherwise I would still have it. I will miss it. The lume is stunning in the dark too

6 February 2007, 09:12 AM	#8
mike "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 22,683	I had the GMT version. Loved the blue wave dial and skeleton hands. I moved it to get another Rolex, but it's one I do miss!

6 February 2007, 09:14 AM	#9
charles Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: NC Posts: 445	I just got this one...fantastic watch so far. No complaints other than maybe I'd prefer no He valve but it's at least different. I love that the GMT version has the sapphire caseback. I've found the bracelet one of the most comfortable on a watch...

7 February 2007, 05:04 PM	#10
JPJ "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Australia Posts: 39	Great watch, bought mine in 1999 has been all over the world, up mountains (6500m in Pakistan), diving (65m), in the desert (+50°C), working on mine sites in Africa and Australia, the red on seconds hand has faded, the bezel is scratched and worn, well used. Comfortable strap, more so than the seadweller which I now have, never once damaged the crystal no matter how many times I bashed it on things (chipped my SD crystal after a couple of months). I did manage to break it by dropping it on the floor at home (of all places), something internal came loose, all fixed now and ready for more action..

8 February 2007, 01:15 AM	#13
Panos "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Europe Posts: 109	they seem really heavy .. the buckle seems seems very big - are they comfortable ?

8 February 2007, 11:31 AM	#15
roadcarver "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Vernon Location: C-a-n-a-d-a Watch: 16600 Posts: 5,641	I have the same one as yours, 2531.80, Otis. My wife gave it to me for Christmas and I love it. It gets an equal amount of time with my SD and Avenger. Bracelet is super comfy! __________________ I'm just a cook...

10 February 2007, 01:54 PM	#18
kakalika "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Minnesota, USA Watch: SS Sub-Date Posts: 505	I agree with you guys, I had the TT model. It was quartz though. I loved the skeleton hands. I miss it sometimes. Bracelet was the best I have ever worn. __________________ I thought I was mistaken, but then I realized I was wrong.

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