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Old 13 December 2018, 04:36 AM   #1
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Need help making a decision Rolex VS Omega

Hi All,
I'm new to the forum. I'm sorry to start with a question. I'm looking at Rolex Deepsea D-Blue 12660 pre-owned and brand new Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean Chronograph. They both retail for around $12.5K.
This will not be my everyday watch. I'm having hard time to decide. I like the way omega looks but in the long run I think Rolex is better option. I can get Omega for $4K less than Rolex so there is that factor. I would like to get one this week. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks
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Old 13 December 2018, 12:26 PM   #2
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In my view, watch purchases are visceral decisions more than cerebral ones. Both will allow you to tell accurate time, so functionally they are not that different.

That leaves the emotional dimension. Ask yourself, which one excites you more when you put it on your wrist?
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Old 13 December 2018, 02:19 PM   #3
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I like both but DSSD JC is a better option. The bracelet of the DSSD alone is miles better than the strap of the Omega.
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Old 14 December 2018, 10:10 AM   #4
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If resale is at all a consideration... avoid omega (unless buying omega pre owned).
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Old 15 December 2018, 08:13 AM   #5
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Old 16 December 2018, 02:45 PM   #6
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Rolex, hands down
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Old 16 December 2018, 03:27 PM   #7
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Omega has serious resale issues due to their inability to narrow their offering. $4k could be a drop in the bucket.
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Old 17 December 2018, 09:32 AM   #8
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Old 17 December 2018, 10:48 AM   #9
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The Rolex for sure. I'm biased because I'm not a fan of two-tone in general
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Old 20 December 2018, 08:27 AM   #10
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Thanks much for your replies. I went with a discontinued SD4K 116600 that was listed fs here and I also got the Omega, couldn’t resist the way it looks. Will post some pics soon.
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Old 21 December 2018, 08:47 AM   #11
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Thanks much for your replies. I went with a discontinued SD4K 116600 that was listed fs here and I also got the Omega, couldn’t resist the way it looks. Will post some pics soon.
Nice move. The SD4K is less bulky than the deep-sea but has the latest tech (great adjustable bracelet, shiny ceramic bezel) and can handle being more than a kilometre under water - not that you'll need it, but the engineering is impressive. It has a little more 'presence' on the wrist compared to the regular submariner as it's thicker, but without being super thick and heavy like the deepsea.

We're looking forward to the pics!

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Old 24 December 2018, 06:40 AM   #12
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Here we go. Few pics of both watches attached.
My bday gift and my Christmas gift ha ha. Love them both for different reasons don’t have a favorite yet.
Would love to also get GMT but
Im thorn apart between Batman and Pepsi.
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Old 24 December 2018, 09:28 AM   #13
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After seeing the DSSD in the first post, everything else is disappointing.
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Old 25 December 2018, 11:37 AM   #14
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Rolex all the way !
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Old 25 December 2018, 04:32 PM   #15
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I say try the Rolex first. Better than the other way around.
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Old 28 December 2018, 02:52 AM   #16
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SD4K 116600 that was listed fs here and I also got the Omega, couldn’t resist the way it looks.
LOL.

Which one should I get?

Ah, never mind, I bought both.

Way to go! You'll fit in here just fine.

Congrats on your double purchase. Both are good choices.
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Old 28 December 2018, 11:08 AM   #17
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LOL.

Which one should I get?

Ah, never mind, I bought both.

Way to go! You'll fit in here just fine.

Congrats on your double purchase. Both are good choices.

Life is about choices and I acted on my intuition ha ha.
Next on my list is gmt blnr. Would love to get one from AD. I called all over Chicagoland with no luck. I’m Flying to Singapore next week any particular store I should be checking out? When I looked on a map there are dozens of AD. I’m actually there only for a day any pointers would be helpful.
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Old 28 December 2018, 11:16 AM   #18
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This forum most will say Rolex, Omega Forums most will say Omega so it's your decision in this end, GL
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Old 24 January 2019, 02:12 AM   #19
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Rolex anytime.
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Old 24 January 2019, 04:03 AM   #20
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Being a speedy fan i say Rolex hands down...
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Old 24 January 2019, 10:09 AM   #21
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Rolex without a doubt
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Old 10 February 2019, 04:40 PM   #22
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DSSD for sure
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Old 10 February 2019, 05:29 PM   #23
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Dssd!!!
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Old 12 February 2019, 10:44 AM   #24
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Go with the James Cameron underrated..
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Old 21 February 2019, 07:22 AM   #25
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First always be happy with your choice . Did the omega route great watches not for me , I’ve been staying with Rolex best part if you’re tired of the watch easier to sell or trade
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Old 21 February 2019, 07:30 AM   #26
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Is this really even a debate lol Rolex hands down
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Old 21 February 2019, 12:16 PM   #27
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I think it'll depend on your mood to wear it: Omega > sport, Rolex > classic :)
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Old 1 March 2019, 02:14 PM   #28
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Nice pair! They go well together!
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Old 3 March 2019, 06:26 PM   #29
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Rolex all the way
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Old 6 March 2019, 01:19 AM   #30
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I have both these watches. In my case, I have the titanium Planet Ocean Chronograph but basically the same watch - and for the record I love both of them.

That said - get the Rolex. Don't get me wrong I am entirely happy with the Omega, it's a brilliant watch and I do consider it to be on the same level as the Rolex quality-wise.

But you're still better off with the Rolex. It's a staple bedrock watch for any collection and the resale can't even remotely be compared.

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