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Otis · 14 October 2006, 07:19 PM

Did a spot of shopping today, and of course I couldn't help but check out the AD and the new PO chrono they've got in stock. Boy, it is one big watch.
The diameter is fine, due to the layout of the dial being very well proportioned & organised, but it sits very, very high on the wrist. Almost a little too high for my taste, so forget about wearing this if you have french cuffs, or even tight normal ones! It seems as if the watch is very 'round', which certainly doesn't help the height either. The chrono pushers were also a little big for my taste.

Now, those are about the only negative I could find. This watch feels solid, and Omega have really excelled with regards to build quality. The new bezel is just great and is just so sure and exact when you turn it. Each 'click' is like the locking of a deadbolt - it's not going to budge an inch. I must say this is a vast improvement over the seamaster's scalloped bezel in terms of grip and useability.

As usual, Omega have brought out another fantastic bracelet. All the wonderful simplicity of a speedmaster bracelet, with the toughness and solidity of the seamaser bond bracelet. This thing won't stretch one millimeter.

Colour is also interesting on the PO chrono (no ed...I won't say the O word for your sake). The dial is not quite black, it's more of a coalish colour, with a nice matte finish that still has a lustre to it, almost like super fine grit black sandpaper. The variety is also good, you can get a black bezel & black face with white numerals, or with orange (sorry ed!) numbers - this is a winning combo IMO.

So, overall first impressions were good: Fantastic build quality, great looks, and of course the new co-ax movement. But, the entire package is let down a bit by the height of it, just in my opinion. It should sit flatter on the wrist, and not look like you have two soup plates strapped on. Oh... it's also heavy, but it's a comforting heft.

No, I didn't buy one... list was just over $7K australian, and I can think of other watches I'd buy at that price. But, if this is the direction that Omega is travelling, I certainly look forward to seeing what the future holds!

Rockrolex · 15 October 2006, 02:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Otis

Did a spot of shopping today, and of course I couldn't help but check out the AD and the new PO chrono they've got in stock. Boy, it is one big watch.
The diameter is fine, due to the layout of the dial being very well proportioned & organised, but it sits very, very high on the wrist. Almost a little too high for my taste, so forget about wearing this if you have french cuffs, or even tight normal ones! It seems as if the watch is very 'round', which certainly doesn't help the height either. The chrono pushers were also a little big for my taste.

Now, those are about the only negative I could find. This watch feels solid, and Omega have really excelled with regards to build quality. The new bezel is just great and is just so sure and exact when you turn it. Each 'click' is like the locking of a deadbolt - it's not going to budge an inch. I must say this is a vast improvement over the seamaster's scalloped bezel in terms of grip and useability.

As usual, Omega have brought out another fantastic bracelet. All the wonderful simplicity of a speedmaster bracelet, with the toughness and solidity of the seamaser bond bracelet. This thing won't stretch one millimeter.

Colour is also interesting on the PO chrono (no ed...I won't say the O word for your sake). The dial is not quite black, it's more of a coalish colour, with a nice matte finish that still has a lustre to it, almost like super fine grit black sandpaper. The variety is also good, you can get a black bezel & black face with white numerals, or with orange (sorry ed!) numbers - this is a winning combo IMO.

So, overall first impressions were good: Fantastic build quality, great looks, and of course the new co-ax movement. But, the entire package is let down a bit by the height of it, just in my opinion. It should sit flatter on the wrist, and not look like you have two soup plates strapped on. Oh... it's also heavy, but it's a comforting heft.

No, I didn't buy one... list was just over $7K australian, and I can think of other watches I'd buy at that price. But, if this is the direction that Omega is travelling, I certainly look forward to seeing what the future holds!

Good review, Otis. Thanks for being so considerate.

As it turns out, I was at our local AD's today and they had the orange bezel PO in the window. It was almost tolerable to look at there, but I still think it's fugly.

JJ Irani · 15 October 2006, 03:25 AM

Great review, Otis. Haven't seen the Chrono version yet, but did own the other PO and I have to admit that the construction and solidness of the watch is very, very impressive.

Even the bracelet felt solid and with a good finish. You would need a large wrist for that watch.

JJ

C.J. · 15 October 2006, 03:33 AM

Great review, Otis

Thanks

Prince · 15 October 2006, 03:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Rockrolex

...It was almost tolerable to look at there, but I still think it's fugly.

That's a lot more generous than you usually are toward the Orange Thing, Ed.

JJ Irani · 15 October 2006, 03:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Prince

That's a lot more generous than you usually are toward the Orange Thing, Ed.

Oh yeah? Let's see his reaction now!!!

Prince · 15 October 2006, 03:41 AM

Well, now he'll blow his top, JJ! You really DO like waving that red flag in front of bulls, don't you?

In this case, ORANGE...

JJ Irani · 15 October 2006, 03:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Prince

Well, now he'll blow his top, JJ! You really DO like waving that red flag in front of bulls, don't you?

In this case, ORANGE...

Well, let me put it this way, Allan. I LOVE waving red or orange (in Ed's case) flags in front of people I truly LOVE!!

Prince · 15 October 2006, 03:44 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Well, let me put it this way, Allan. I LOVE waving red or orange (in Ed's case) flags in front of people I truly LOVE!!

LOL

Rockrolex · 15 October 2006, 03:51 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Well, let me put it this way, Allan. I LOVE waving red or orange (in Ed's case) flags in front of people I truly LOVE!!

Let me put it to you this way, chrome dome:

I HATE PEOPLE WHO LOVE TO WAVE RED (OR ORANGE) FLAGS IN FRONT OF PEOPLE THEY SAY THEY LOVE.

JJ Irani · 15 October 2006, 03:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Rockrolex

Let me put it to you this way, chrome dome:

I HATE PEOPLE WHO LOVE TO WAVE RED (OR ORANGE) FLAGS IN FRONT OF PEOPLE THEY SAY THEY LOVE.

Hmmmm....denial will get you know where, Ed. WE ALL KNOW HOW MUCH YOU LOVE ME, YOU TOSSER!!!

Prince · 15 October 2006, 03:57 AM

I told you he'd blow his top!

JJ Irani · 15 October 2006, 03:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Prince

I told you he'd blow his top!

That's only his way of showing how fond of me he really is!!

Prince · 15 October 2006, 04:00 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

That's only his way of showing how fond of me he really is!!

Said the naturist as he was eaten by the mountain lion!

JJ Irani · 15 October 2006, 04:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Prince

Said the naturist as he was eaten by the mountain lion!

Rockrolex · 15 October 2006, 05:09 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Hmmmm....denial will get you know where, Ed. WE ALL KNOW HOW MUCH YOU LOVE ME, YOU TOSSER!!!

I wouldn't be a tosser if I loved you, sheepshagger, now would I.

Otis · 15 October 2006, 10:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Rockrolex

Good review, Otis. Thanks for being so considerate.

As it turns out, I was at our local AD's today and they had the orange bezel PO in the window. It was almost tolerable to look at there, but I still think it's fugly.

Yeah, it's a lot better than in the photos, but I'm sill not sold. But that orange strap..... yuck. Yuck yuck yuck.

AGENT4734 · 13 July 2007, 07:46 AM

Very nice watch JJ!!!

puffnmo · 20 July 2007, 03:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Otis

Yeah, it's a lot better than in the photos, but I'm sill not sold. But that orange strap..... yuck. Yuck yuck yuck.

HEY! I love my orange bezel SMP WITH THE ORANGE STRAP

I sometimes wear it with all black. When it peeks out from under my shirt cuff guys want to shake my hand, women swoon, dogs bark, children stare with round eyes, I get a call from Larry King, and every hotel casino in Vegas offers me unlimited free suite w/full comps.

Larry.

Perdu · 27 August 2007, 08:07 AM

Personally, I'm not sure I like the matt, almost dark gray, dial. I tried on the 45.5mm version - a very impressive watch and very positive click to the bezel in comparison with the Rolex Sub.

14 October 2006, 07:19 PM	#1
Otis "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2006 Real Name: Urs Location: QLD AU Watch: Omega x 2 Posts: 2,046	Omega Planet Ocean chronograph - brief report Did a spot of shopping today, and of course I couldn't help but check out the AD and the new PO chrono they've got in stock. Boy, it is one big watch. The diameter is fine, due to the layout of the dial being very well proportioned & organised, but it sits very, very high on the wrist. Almost a little too high for my taste, so forget about wearing this if you have french cuffs, or even tight normal ones! It seems as if the watch is very 'round', which certainly doesn't help the height either. The chrono pushers were also a little big for my taste. Now, those are about the only negative I could find. This watch feels solid, and Omega have really excelled with regards to build quality. The new bezel is just great and is just so sure and exact when you turn it. Each 'click' is like the locking of a deadbolt - it's not going to budge an inch. I must say this is a vast improvement over the seamaster's scalloped bezel in terms of grip and useability. As usual, Omega have brought out another fantastic bracelet. All the wonderful simplicity of a speedmaster bracelet, with the toughness and solidity of the seamaser bond bracelet. This thing won't stretch one millimeter. Colour is also interesting on the PO chrono (no ed...I won't say the O word for your sake). The dial is not quite black, it's more of a coalish colour, with a nice matte finish that still has a lustre to it, almost like super fine grit black sandpaper. The variety is also good, you can get a black bezel & black face with white numerals, or with orange (sorry ed!) numbers - this is a winning combo IMO. So, overall first impressions were good: Fantastic build quality, great looks, and of course the new co-ax movement. But, the entire package is let down a bit by the height of it, just in my opinion. It should sit flatter on the wrist, and not look like you have two soup plates strapped on. Oh... it's also heavy, but it's a comforting heft. No, I didn't buy one... list was just over $7K australian, and I can think of other watches I'd buy at that price. But, if this is the direction that Omega is travelling, I certainly look forward to seeing what the future holds! __________________ Rock the Casbah!

15 October 2006, 03:25 AM	#3
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	Great review, Otis. Haven't seen the Chrono version yet, but did own the other PO and I have to admit that the construction and solidness of the watch is very, very impressive. Even the bracelet felt solid and with a good finish. You would need a large wrist for that watch. 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!!

15 October 2006, 03:33 AM	#4
C.J. "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: * Posts: 10,196	Great review, Otis Thanks __________________ Me? I'm still looking for Kokomo. I just hope that damn golfer isn't there

15 October 2006, 03:41 AM	#7
Prince "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Real Name: Allan Location: St. Augustine, FL Watch: Daytona/Sub/GMT/DJ Posts: 20,323	Well, now he'll blow his top, JJ! You really DO like waving that red flag in front of bulls, don't you? In this case, ORANGE... __________________ Member: Rolex Keeper's Society "You see, you can't please everyone, so you got to please yourself." - Rick Nelson

15 October 2006, 03:57 AM	#12
Prince "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Real Name: Allan Location: St. Augustine, FL Watch: Daytona/Sub/GMT/DJ Posts: 20,323	I told you he'd blow his top! __________________ Member: Rolex Keeper's Society "You see, you can't please everyone, so you got to please yourself." - Rick Nelson

13 July 2007, 07:46 AM	#18
AGENT4734 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Greg Location: Chandler, Arizona Watch: Polar Club Founder Posts: 434	Very nice watch JJ!!! __________________ Rolex Explorer II ~Polar Dial Original Founder Rolex Sub C 116610 Rolex YM 116610 Rolex DJ TOG 116264 Rolex DJ Roman 126200

27 August 2007, 08:07 AM	#20
Perdu "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Gary Location: GMT-6 Watch: GMT Posts: 3,350	Personally, I'm not sure I like the matt, almost dark gray, dial. I tried on the 45.5mm version - a very impressive watch and very positive click to the bezel in comparison with the Rolex Sub. __________________ Omega Seamaster 300M GMT Noire Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra 8500 Benson 1937 Sterling Silver Hunter

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