Omega SMP 2254.50 vs. 2538.20?

[MYK]

If you had to chose one and it would be your only Omega, which one would you go for?

2254.50.jpg

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[Golfster]

2254.50

[jmsrolls]

This time last year I owned these:

Over the years I had owned four "Great Whites" and they were never comfortable on my wrist. I finally figured out the problem - the case was too thick to fit under my shirt cuff. Plus, the weight was such that the watch slid from side-to-side on my round 7 3/4 inch wrist. So I decided to sell the GMT - again.

But I wanted a GMT in my collection and decided on the Explorer II with its thinner profile. But to fund the Rolex, I also had to sell the "electric blue" SMP. The "electric blue" was my favorite but I kept the 2254.50 as I thought black would be more practical and versatile.

Bottom line, I cannot wear the "Great White". If I could I would probably still have all three SMPs. If I could wear the GMT and could have only one, it would be the GMT which I consider to be the most beautiful of the SMPs.

I cannot vote for you but for me, I chose black although I have now customized it with a new dial and bezel:

My 2¢.

Fr. John†

[MYK]

Wow John, that's a lot of help. Thanks!

[gaopa]

Oh man, that white dial is a beautiful watch! I have the black and blue ones....ummmm.... should I sell the cow and dog and get a GMT? ;~) Cheers, Bill P.

[Mike B]

For me it would be the White GMT hands down.
I owned the White faced GMT a LONG time ago (almost when they first came out), and reluctantly sold it almost the same day to fund something else. I should have NEVER sold that watch :( Now, sadly they are long since discontinued, and can no longer buy new (at least to my knowledge).

[jmsrolls]

Originally Posted by Mike B

( Now, sadly they are long since discontinued, and can no longer buy new (at least to my knowledge).

I had bought my first three pre-owned and in June of 2007, I mentioned to my AD how much I liked the Great White and he asked if I would like to try a fourth one. He had three in stock then and somehow his Omega rep finds them from time to time. So depending on his rep, my AD will occasionally have new ones.

I just wish I could wear one.

Bill (gaopa), I think you need to call our AD and spend some money. These pictures are for you:

Fr. John†

[gaopa]

hee....hee....Fr. John, you love getting me in trouble! ;~) I best not yield to temptation on this one! Cheers, Bill P.

[Mike B]

Fr. John - Lovely pictures of the Great White !

[AIKO]

Go with the GMT great white. It is the sharpest watch that Omega makes. Period!

[greywolf]

got both of them and if I wanted a watch to wear diving, 2254. if I just wanted for wearing topside...2538.. or the 2234. the 2254 is the most comfortable to wear. hands down.

gw

[chad234]

I made this choice myself, kept the black dial and sold the white GMT, which I replaced with an Explorer II.

[warrior]

in my opinion, the 2254 is a cooler and more stylish piece.

[tifosi]

2254.50
I'm partial since I own one, but I did want to get the great white. I just cant seem to get myself to like white dial watches on me. I wish I could because they are gorgeous, but I always seem to end up with black dials. I personally feel the black 2254.50 is more versatile.

[kingblackbolt]

I will always take a black dial over a white one... but the great white is certainly a stand out watch. Have you seen the new Vancouver Olympic White dial SMP?

http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=68715

[bradg]

Fr. John....you are going to get me in big trouble again...cant have that now.....I have my eyes on a couple things...just cant do it unless you talk me into it....easy now!

[kingblackbolt]

Originally Posted by bradg

Fr. John....you are going to get me in big trouble again...cant have that now.....I have my eyes on a couple things...just cant do it unless you talk me into it....easy now!

You will be wearing an Omega in no time with Fr John's help my friend... his AD is the best around too!

[mikea]

if i had to pick one the 2254 would be the winner...but i will be adding a great white later this year!

[jmsrolls]

Originally Posted by bradg

Fr. John....you are going to get me in big trouble again...cant have that now.....I have my eyes on a couple things...just cant do it unless you talk me into it....easy now!

"Lead me not into temptation. . ."

My advice would be to stay off the watch forums, Brad, but then I must ask myself why I am here?

Fr. John†

[Lubrifar]

New dial? Aside from the raised insigna, is the color actually gray and lighter than the dial from 2254?

Originally Posted by jmsrolls

I cannot vote for you but for me, I chose black although I have now customized it with a new dial and bezel:

My 2¢.

Fr. John†

[greywolf]

I think the dial is the same shade of black waves, it just looks different in various lighting situations.

brighter light..



less light..



gw

[jdc]

I like the 2254 50 and was offered one in UK from an AD for £1100, ($1560) how does that price compare stateside? Price includes VAT at 15%.

[greywolf]

Originally Posted by jdc

I like the 2254 50 and was offered one in UK from an AD for £1100, ($1560) how does that price compare stateside? Price includes VAT at 15%.

that equals at least the best price I know of from a reputable AD here in the U.S.
I'd say it's about as good as you'll see new,

gw

[txrob779]

I like the 2255.80.....I have one I am trying to sell. What I a getting offered is a shame, I should just keep it

[Omega_Precision]

I love both watches but I would have to go with the diver, 2254. I use the bezel daily and something would be missing if I didn't wear a diving watch with a timing bezel.

[Dr. Blump]

i'm a sucker for the 2254. i'm on my second one right now and was real close to selling yesterday. just couldn't do it.

although now i'm eying up that black bond co-axial that they rolled out. get the best of both worlds and then some. great black wave dial, bond style face with the co-ax movement. just can't pony it up right now.

she's a beaut though.

[timetravel125]

Originally Posted by greywolf

that equals at least the best price I know of from a reputable AD here in the U.S.
I'd say it's about as good as you'll see new,

gw

I was offered $1, 495 last month, BNIB. And, I am kicking myself in the rear, because I didn't take it. It's been sold.

Cheers.

[greywolf]

a week ago an AD had a couple for $1540 I think, but they are going fast .

better get one soon..

gw

[rkrdr]

A nice 2254.50 just changed hands between forum members and I am now a proud owner! Thank you, Randy...

[Stabes]

The Great White is a beautiful watch.. shame you can't buy them anymore