what do you think of omega watches?

[z0mb13]

Originally posted by: Koing
looks nice enough but i'd go with these

http://www.swisswatchesdirect....274__866_-_e73360.html
http://www.omegawatches.com/in...ef=35823100&no_cache=1
http://www.omegawatches.com/in...ef=22935200&no_cache=1

omega has a nice heritage and branding. i would not get a rolex as i think the wearers are poncy f0cks...and the styling is not to my tastes.

koing

I have a small wrist so I stay away from watches with large dials (like breitlings and panerais)
the rattaprante omega is nice, but its twice the price...
The last one is too similar to the TAG that I have right now

 

[grrl]

I think it looks pretty plain, especially for so much money. I don't think I'd ever pay that much for a watch, but if I did I'd probably buy a Patek Philippe.

 

[z0mb13]

Originally posted by: grrl
I think it looks pretty plain, especially for so much money. I don't think I'd ever pay that much for a watch, but if I did I'd probably buy a Patek Philippe.

actually the picture in the website does not do it justice, the watch has a see thru glass on the back AND the sides to see the movement, which I like

 

[yours truly]

my friend offered me his omega, self perpetuating(sp?), watch he said was worth $40K.

i never got it though

bought a tag instead

 

[grrl]

Originally posted by: z0mb13

Originally posted by: grrl
I think it looks pretty plain, especially for so much money. I don't think I'd ever pay that much for a watch, but if I did I'd probably buy a Patek Philippe.

actually the picture in the website does not do it justice, the watch has a see thru glass on the back AND the sides to see the movement, which I like

I've seen ones like that and really like them, but the face is too plain. I think Patek are some of the classiest watches around. And like you said, Rolexes....no way.

 

[LS21]

Originally posted by: EGGO


I'll agree with this. Try Glaschutte.

glashuette is nice. except their nice model (president) cost 20,000$

 

[Koing]

Originally posted by: z0mb13

Originally posted by: grrl
I think it looks pretty plain, especially for so much money. I don't think I'd ever pay that much for a watch, but if I did I'd probably buy a Patek Philippe.

actually the picture in the website does not do it justice, the watch has a see thru glass on the back AND the sides to see the movement, which I like

THAT makes a big difference1 that would look BAD ASS, but it's a bit too plain for me, but i guess your after a dress watch. i prefer chunkier watches as it looks good on my thick wrist. i'm rocking a 60gbp fossil from 2002 ;p. i may treat myself come april bonus time ;D. at least the watch will be something that will be memorable and last along time. technology hardly lasts and is barely memorable and i'll have most of the kit i want anyway.

Originally posted by: z0mb13

Originally posted by: Koing
looks nice enough but i'd go with these

http://www.swisswatchesdirect....274__866_-_e73360.html
http://www.omegawatches.com/in...ef=35823100&no_cache=1
http://www.omegawatches.com/in...ef=22935200&no_cache=1

omega has a nice heritage and branding. i would not get a rolex as i think the wearers are

koing

I have a small wrist so I stay away from watches with large dials (like breitlings and panerais)
the rattaprante omega is nice, but its twice the price...
The last one is too similar to the TAG that I have right now

i like the m1 best out of those 3. the new avenger seawolf is like the m1 but it has stencil numbers, which does look better imo but i can't find a price on it yet ;p

koing

 

[Babbles]

My brother picked up a Seamaster and I think it looks great. However I personally prefer a lot of the vintage Omega watches - one of these days I'll pick myself up one of them.

 

[yours truly]

goodluck in gladiators koing.

squeeze Kirsty Gallaghers bewb for me (jk)

 

[jlee]

Am I the only guy on AT who is entirely comfortable wearing a $30 Timex Ironman?

 

[jpeyton]

Originally posted by: JLee
Am I the only guy on AT who is entirely comfortable wearing a $30 Timex Ironman?

Some people are fine with Hyundai, some get a Maserati.

Different strokes for different folks.

 

[Descartes]

I have a Seamaster that I really like, but the one you linked isn't very attractive, imo. The styling of the more recent Omegas seem to try and push it more into the mainstream; they lack any individuality.

For that same money, I'd probably pick up a nice German like a Dornblueth and Sohn, a NOMOS, or something comparable. The Dornblueth watches are just incredible.

 

[jlee]

Originally posted by: jpeyton

Originally posted by: JLee
Am I the only guy on AT who is entirely comfortable wearing a $30 Timex Ironman?

Some people are fine with Hyundai, some get a Maserati.

Different strokes for different folks.

Does an expensive watch really keep time that much better? My dad has a Seiko...he was talking with a friend about how they both lose time and have to keep changing them. Granted, they're not $5000 watches, but they're not 30 bucks, either. I don't have to mess with mine..

Plus, if it gets squashed at work, I'll just buy another one. No tears involved.

 

[everman]

Originally posted by: LS21

Originally posted by: EGGO


I'll agree with this. Try Glaschutte.

glashuette is nice. except their nice model (president) cost 20,000$

Glashutte might be out of his price range, but I love the sport evolution.

OP I would look at Zenith if you want a dressier watch. Or Glashuttle, or go to timezone.com and spend some time looking around the forums. Seiko springdrive watches are a nice value.

 

[Descartes]

Originally posted by: JLee

Originally posted by: jpeyton

Originally posted by: JLee
Am I the only guy on AT who is entirely comfortable wearing a $30 Timex Ironman?

Some people are fine with Hyundai, some get a Maserati.

Different strokes for different folks.

Does an expensive watch really keep time that much better?

This inevitably comes up in every watch thread.

No, it does not keep better time. No, that's not the point.

 

[jlee]

Originally posted by: Descartes

Originally posted by: JLee

Originally posted by: jpeyton

Originally posted by: JLee
Am I the only guy on AT who is entirely comfortable wearing a $30 Timex Ironman?

Some people are fine with Hyundai, some get a Maserati.

Different strokes for different folks.

Does an expensive watch really keep time that much better?

This inevitably comes up in every watch thread.

No, it does not keep better time. No, that's not the point.

The analogy was provided of economy car vs exotic. Just curious to see if it was actually entirely valid, or based on appearance/class only.

 

[LS21]

Originally posted by: Descartes
For that same money, I'd probably pick up a nice German like a Dornblueth and Sohn, a NOMOS, or something comparable. The Dornblueth watches are just incredible.

The only proper way to receive those watches is to go over there and order in person, and then fly back again to take delivery in-hand.

I gotta do that one of these days.......

 

[yours truly]

hey koing i just noticed you're just down the road from me. im in posh old guildford lol

i prefer woking though more cosmopolitan and better shopping, and the home of mclaren!

 

[mrSHEiK124]

Wow, I thought paying $70 for my Fossil was bad. IMO, I'd go with something a little nicer for $5k; I imagined $5k watches looking a little nicer. I'd expect to see that for $200-300 in a department store.

 

[thirtythree]

Haha, way to waste your money.

 

[Mo0o]

Originally posted by: z0mb13

Originally posted by: Mo0o
Very nice looking watches, although I think Ebels looks better

is ebels the same level/price as omega?

Can anyone reccomend some other brands? I currently have a TAG heuer, so I don't want to get another TAG (although I like TAGs)

TAG is a step down from Omega/Ebel in my opinion. You should just go to a jeweler and take a look and see what you like.

 

[yours truly]

^i paid $3000, 1500GBP for my tag heurer(sp) microtimer. what a waste of money. its a digital watch too.

btw, diesel have a new range of digital watches coming soon, they look really cool

 

[swaytech]

Jesus, It's a watch, I wouldn't pay over $50 for one

 

[yllus]

Go for it if it makes you happy. I get a lot of enjoyment out of wearing my 1971 Omega Constellation Chronometer.

 

[Koing]

Originally posted by: hopeless74
goodluck in gladiators koing.

squeeze Kirsty Gallaghers bewb for me (jk)

she so fit in person. i thought she was good looking before, but when your up close to her she looks simply stunning imo.

shes really well put together with great proportions.

koins