.!! You Need to Check this Omega 2220 80 00 Seamaster Chrono Diver
I've owned my "James Bond" Automatic Mov't Omega for 9 years. I own 1 other Omega, but this one is my everyday watch. I've had no problems at all. It's never been serviced and still keeps near perfect time, gains 2 or 3 seconds every 6 or 7 days. I have had it pressure tested twice over the years. The last time was 2 years ago. Still as tight as ever. My only complaint. The rotating bezel on mine is extremely stiff and somewhat difficult to turn, and the edge bevels are not really pronounced enough to give you good grip. The only evident wear and tear on mine is typical hairline scratches on the band and clasp. The watch case, crown, and crystal still appear flawless, and this is my everyday watch. A few comments about the warranty. The Standard Manufacturer's Warranty is only 1 year, after that your own own, unless you purchase the extended Amazon Warranty. Personally, like most extended warranties, I don't think it's necessary. If the watch works when you receive it, then it will still be working a year later, 2 years later, etc. And note that the warranties do not cover accidental breakage or damage. I also feel the same way about "General Maintenance/Servicing". If it's not broke don't fix it. If it's not keeping good time, then look into getting serviced. The recommended "service intervals" are just a good way to lift some money from your pocket. "Grey Market Vendors...", I see no problem in purchasing from an internet vendor as long as you do your research and know they are reputable. You will save plenty over what you would pay in a regular store front jewelry store. I purchased mine over the internet and saved $800 over what the local jewelry stores were charging, plus the savings on sales tax.... I decided not to worry about not having any true warranty because the vendor had a 30 day money back gurantee. Like I said, if it works when you get it, it will still be working a year later. The money I saved more than outweighed the 1 year manufacturers warranty. One last note.... You will probably need it sized to your wrist. If you purchase from the internet, then just find a local watch repair shop that services higher end watches, they will do it for you. DO NOT GO TO a Mall Kiosk like Watch Works, etc!!
Wear it and Enjoy it. You can't take it with you!
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After 15 years of wanting the "official" James Bond watch, I finally bought it on Amazon.Com. The watch arrived via UPS in 3 days; packaging was excellent, and included with the watch were an all-leather case, serial number in tact, Swiss chronometer certification and multi-language instruction manual. There is a 3 year warranty on the watch through the seller, WatchMaxx. The Seamaster is amazingly beautiful and, set to the atomic clock at Fort Collins, CO, varies by only a couple of seconds a day!
A Swiss watchmaker with whom I deal has told me that the Omega Co-Axial movement is the finest automatic movement in the world. Judging by the way the Seamaster keeps time, I can't argue with him. You can easily spend twice as much on a Rolex or Bulgari, to name just two brands, but you will not find better build quality or time keeping.
I couldn't be more pleased with my purchase!
The four true luxury watch companies (in my limited, but somewhat informed opinion) are Breitling, Cartier, Rolex and Omega. If you want a true luxury watch, buy a Omega! The 2220.80.00 is commonly known as the "Bond Watch" (as seen in the past four 007 movies). This Seamaster 300m Co-Axial Chonometer is a great luxury watch, stylish and manly. Be careful to learn about Authorized Dealers vs. "Grey Market" watches. ALL Omegas sold online are "Grey Market" since Omega does not allow internet sales, hence your warranty will probably not be honored by Omega directly but by some watch company (beware!). Want to learn more about luxury watches check out Timezone.com before buying to make sure you get the right watch. I got the watch for my 40th Birthday (Thanks Steve!) and I love it!
This 2006 edition of the famous James Bond watch made its debut in the movie Casino Royale. Actually, there are two Omega watches in the movie; the limited edition Omega Seamaster Plant Ocean Big Size 2907.50.91 and the limited edition Omega Seamaster Chronometer 2226.80.00. The watch offered here carries on the James Bond style without the limited edition price tag.
This style of the James Bond watch first appeared in the movie 'Golden Eye' (1995) and is still available as the full size gents model 2531.80.00. The new 2006 model 2220.80.00 has several refinements that you should consider over the previous (but still available) model. Most notably, the automatic movement now has the newly designed Co-Axial escapement. The Co-Axial Technology reduces sliding friction compared with the lever escapement in the previous model and ensures greater accuracy over time. More importantly, it doesn't require servicing for 10 years versus 2-3 years in the previous model. Servicing a luxury watch like Omega can be expensive. Bear in mind that any Omega watch purchased on the internet voids the International Warranty, so read the seller's warranty terms carefully. This watch is also available in a quartz version as model 2221.80.00.
The other big change is the appearance of the watch face. The blue wave dial is a deeper shade blue with a more distinctive wave pattern and the Seamaster script is a subtle red. More apparent is the hour markings are now encased in stainless steel mountings instead of painted on as in the previous model. This alone cleans up the watch face and makes it look like it costs thousands more.
If you desire a James Bond series watch with a true Swiss movement, this is the one.
Had this watch for over a month now and it's an excellent watch. The watch is a classic look nothing fancy, but is nice...
Friends might hate on this watch if they didnt know anything about this watch... if you going to buy this watch get the automatic version not quartz...
I've owned my "James Bond" Automatic Mov't Omega for 9 years. I own 1 other Omega, but this one is my everyday watch. I've had no problems at all. It's never been serviced and still keeps near perfect time, gains 2 or 3 seconds every 6 or 7 days. I have had it pressure tested twice over the years. The last time was 2 years ago. Still as tight as ever. My only complaint. The rotating bezel on mine is extremely stiff and somewhat difficult to turn, and the edge bevels are not really pronounced enough to give you good grip. The only evident wear and tear on mine is typical hairline scratches on the band and clasp. The watch case, crown, and crystal still appear flawless, and this is my everyday watch. A few comments about the warranty. The Standard Manufacturer's Warranty is only 1 year, after that your own own, unless you purchase the extended Amazon Warranty. Personally, like most extended warranties, I don't think it's necessary. If the watch works when you receive it, then it will still be working a year later, 2 years later, etc. And note that the warranties do not cover accidental breakage or damage. I also feel the same way about "General Maintenance/Servicing". If it's not broke don't fix it. If it's not keeping good time, then look into getting serviced. The recommended "service intervals" are just a good way to lift some money from your pocket. "Grey Market Vendors...", I see no problem in purchasing from an internet vendor as long as you do your research and know they are reputable. You will save plenty over what you would pay in a regular store front jewelry store. I purchased mine over the internet and saved $800 over what the local jewelry stores were charging, plus the savings on sales tax.... I decided not to worry about not having any true warranty because the vendor had a 30 day money back gurantee. Like I said, if it works when you get it, it will still be working a year later. The money I saved more than outweighed the 1 year manufacturers warranty. One last note.... You will probably need it sized to your wrist. If you purchase from the internet, then just find a local watch repair shop that services higher end watches, they will do it for you. DO NOT GO TO a Mall Kiosk like Watch Works, etc!!
Wear it and Enjoy it. You can't take it with you!
I am rather opinionated when it comes to luxury watches. This comes from spending 2 years in watchmaking school, studying directly under the guidance of a certified master swiss watchmaker who came here from Europe. Watches, especially mid to high grade swiss watches, are a passion of mine. I am not loyal to a brand or a style or anything else. I judge them for what they are, in terms of quality, function, construction, and style. A watchmakers point of view.
This said I will tell you that this particular watch is what I consider to be a "best kept secret" sort of watch. This is an AUTOMATIC watch (read: Mechanical - NOT Quartz), and of CHRONOMETER grade function. Chronometer as used here is a measure of accurate timekeeping, not quality - a point often misunderstood - and is used mostly from a marketing point of view by companies such as Rolex. HOWEVER. This movement in THIS watch is actually EXCELLENT in terms of quality, time keeping ability, and construction - easily comparable to other Swiss made movements from other famous manufacturers costing several times as much. This watch, properly serviced, will provide a lifetime of use - and probably more. Absolutely the sort of watch you pass down to the next generation.
All in all - and EXCELLENT choice - especially for those seeking their first QUALITY Swiss watch purchase.
Definitely recommended!
I have had mine for over ten years. I woodwork, garden, sail, swim,etc. Only take it off for showers, don't like soap scum, the crystal looks new. I have hit it hard enough that I was afraid to look at my watch, not a scratch. Never been in the shop. Very fine piece of equipment. Update, 1/13/13, All the above comments still stand. Watch still works, never been in the shop,cyrstal still is scratchless (not because of any special care on my part) amazing, the price is 4 times what i paid,about 14 years ago.
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