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tbonesteak · 7 July 2017, 04:12 AM

My primary wearer is a SubC, I'm looking to add a watch that has a rubber strap, and after going through a bunch of brands (IWC, Panerai, Breitling), I think I've come to the conclusion that I want an Omega.

The Planet Ocean is my leading contender and there are some decent deals out there.

I'm torn between the 43.5 & 45.5 as well as chronograph/no chronograph. The watch won't be daily, maybe 1-2x a week, and used for beach/pool/vacation as well.

I like these in no particular order:

https://www.omegawatches.com/watches...3232465101005/

https://www.omegawatches.com/watches...1532442101001/

https://www.omegawatches.com/watches...1533442101001/

https://www.omegawatches.com/watches...1532465101001/

I think the first one listed is an older model and on the older 9300 movement? I've been doing as much reading as I can, but any Omega experts want to educate me or weigh in with an opinion, it would be much appreciated!

Cheers!

JP Chestnut · 7 July 2017, 04:43 AM

Judging by your Av. picture, you have a small wrist. How large is it?

tbonesteak · 7 July 2017, 04:57 AM

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Originally Posted by JP Chestnut

Judging by your Av. picture, you have a small wrist. How large is it?

LOL, it is a funny angle... I'm actually a pretty big dude at 6'2, 220.

mmalek1 · 8 July 2017, 11:16 AM

I have the 43.5 in blue. I'm 6'1 around 200 lbs. It has served me well over the last few months. The adjustable clasp is great! Good luck with the research.

mmalek1 · 8 July 2017, 11:20 AM

Just another pic for the thread.

JCZ5 · 9 July 2017, 12:18 PM

What is your wrist size and shape? That will ultimately depend on which you should lean towards. And of course trying it on.

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bigcarbs · 17 July 2017, 02:33 AM

I have the 45.5 model and wear it everywhere. Really holds up well. Went with the bracelet but put it on rubber a couple years ago. It definitely wears larger than the Rolex but I'm used to it

bnd6xc · 17 July 2017, 05:23 AM

I have tried on the the calibre 8500 in 42mm and 45mm. I also tried on the GMT model that splits the difference at 43.5mm. I didn't pull the trigger, but thought the size struck a nice balance, especially as a weekend watch with a little more flash. Now that the 8900 has moved up to 43.5 I may be back on the hunt for one!

Might I also suggest grabbing a model with bracelet and snagging a strap separately? While I like both, the bracelet would be a pricier addition down the road if that is a worry.

Csu87 · 18 July 2017, 01:06 AM

with a 7.5" wrist, the 43.5mm GMT is about the max size ill go.

The 42mm PO is perfect imo, and the 45 just seemed way too bulky.

SearChart · 18 July 2017, 02:43 AM

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Originally Posted by mmalek1

I have the 43.5 in blue. I'm 6'1 around 200 lbs. It has served me well over the last few months. The adjustable clasp is great! Good luck with the research.

This is the PO I'd pick, looks great.

jbro352 · 18 July 2017, 09:38 AM

Love it in blue especially for beach/vacation

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Phil t 32 · 28 July 2017, 06:17 AM

42mm On leather

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Wobbly · 9 December 2017, 03:38 AM

Ive recently acquired the second watch in tbonesteaks post ( sorry I'm new on here, so not allowed to post links)
Nice watch, quite weighty, but sits well on the wrist. A nice addition to my collection.

stockjock1975 · 11 December 2017, 11:05 AM

I'd recommend the titanium version. MUCH more comfortable due to the reduced weight.

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Wobbly · 12 December 2017, 07:20 AM

Well, Im now allowed to post links, so here is mine.

7 July 2017, 04:12 AM	#1
tbonesteak "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: New York Watch: me go broke! Posts: 1,657	New Watch, Planet Ocean (not yet, research phase) My primary wearer is a SubC, I'm looking to add a watch that has a rubber strap, and after going through a bunch of brands (IWC, Panerai, Breitling), I think I've come to the conclusion that I want an Omega. The Planet Ocean is my leading contender and there are some decent deals out there. I'm torn between the 43.5 & 45.5 as well as chronograph/no chronograph. The watch won't be daily, maybe 1-2x a week, and used for beach/pool/vacation as well. I like these in no particular order: https://www.omegawatches.com/watches...3232465101005/ https://www.omegawatches.com/watches...1532442101001/ https://www.omegawatches.com/watches...1533442101001/ https://www.omegawatches.com/watches...1532465101001/ I think the first one listed is an older model and on the older 9300 movement? I've been doing as much reading as I can, but any Omega experts want to educate me or weigh in with an opinion, it would be much appreciated! Cheers!

8 July 2017, 11:16 AM	#4
mmalek1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Real Name: Matt Location: Virginia Watch: This one. Posts: 1,760	I have the 43.5 in blue. I'm 6'1 around 200 lbs. It has served me well over the last few months. The adjustable clasp is great! Good luck with the research. __________________ ♛16610LV, ♛116710BLNR, ♛214270, ♛116610LN, ♛216570, ♛116900, ♛16600, ΩWorldtimer, ΩSpeedmaster Silver Snoopy 45th and 50th, ΩSpeedmaster ST1, ΩCK859, Seiko Alpinist SPB089, Casio Oceanus S100, Ball DM1020

8 July 2017, 11:20 AM	#5
mmalek1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Real Name: Matt Location: Virginia Watch: This one. Posts: 1,760	Just another pic for the thread. __________________ ♛16610LV, ♛116710BLNR, ♛214270, ♛116610LN, ♛216570, ♛116900, ♛16600, ΩWorldtimer, ΩSpeedmaster Silver Snoopy 45th and 50th, ΩSpeedmaster ST1, ΩCK859, Seiko Alpinist SPB089, Casio Oceanus S100, Ball DM1020

7 July 2017, 04:43 AM	#2
JP Chestnut Banned Join Date: May 2012 Location: Ann Arbor MI Watch: Rolex Ref 16600 Posts: 3,908	Judging by your Av. picture, you have a small wrist. How large is it?

9 July 2017, 12:18 PM	#6
JCZ5 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: New York Watch: Rolex Posts: 572	What is your wrist size and shape? That will ultimately depend on which you should lean towards. And of course trying it on. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

17 July 2017, 02:33 AM	#7
bigcarbs "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Vegas Posts: 121	I have the 45.5 model and wear it everywhere. Really holds up well. Went with the bracelet but put it on rubber a couple years ago. It definitely wears larger than the Rolex but I'm used to it

17 July 2017, 05:23 AM	#8
bnd6xc "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2017 Real Name: Brad Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 6	I have tried on the the calibre 8500 in 42mm and 45mm. I also tried on the GMT model that splits the difference at 43.5mm. I didn't pull the trigger, but thought the size struck a nice balance, especially as a weekend watch with a little more flash. Now that the 8900 has moved up to 43.5 I may be back on the hunt for one! Might I also suggest grabbing a model with bracelet and snagging a strap separately? While I like both, the bracelet would be a pricier addition down the road if that is a worry.

18 July 2017, 01:06 AM	#9
Csu87 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Colorado Posts: 35	with a 7.5" wrist, the 43.5mm GMT is about the max size ill go. The 42mm PO is perfect imo, and the 45 just seemed way too bulky.

18 July 2017, 09:38 AM	#11
jbro352 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2015 Location: US Posts: 257	Love it in blue especially for beach/vacation Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

28 July 2017, 06:17 AM	#12
Phil t 32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Staffs UK Posts: 445	42mm On leather Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

9 December 2017, 03:38 AM	#13
Wobbly "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: 🇬🇧 Posts: 1,420	Ive recently acquired the second watch in tbonesteaks post ( sorry I'm new on here, so not allowed to post links) Nice watch, quite weighty, but sits well on the wrist. A nice addition to my collection.

11 December 2017, 11:05 AM	#14
stockjock1975 Banned Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: Brian Location: Cleveland, OH Watch: Platona Posts: 1,569	I'd recommend the titanium version. MUCH more comfortable due to the reduced weight. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

12 December 2017, 07:20 AM	#15
Wobbly "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: 🇬🇧 Posts: 1,420	Well, Im now allowed to post links, so here is mine.

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