After I buy this Omega 2201 51 00 Seamaster Black Watch
I love this watch. The 2201.51 (black bezel / orange numerals) was given to me as a gift and I have not taken it off since I received it. I don't track how accurate it is to the second like some people do, but suffice to say that it is very very accurate, and I believe what others have said about this movement.
There are three things I absolutely love about this watch.
First, the clarity: It is about as clear and easy to read as I have ever had. Irrespective of light, a quick glance will always tell me the time. In dark light, the superluminova makes it very easy. I suspect this has to do with antireflective coating on both sides of the sapphire and all that tech stuff but frankly, all I care for is the end value to me.
Second, the fit and finish of the case and bracelet are absolutely top notch. Its almost a work of art because of the amount of detail in the watch. Everything from the hippocampus engraving in the back to the placement of the crowns. Everything is "just" right and it feels very natural.
Third, despite the fact that this is technically a sports watch (I swim once in a while and keep it on), I wear it to work and dressy occasions. Since its not super flashy and I usually wear long cuffs, people don't usually notice it. Frankly, I like that it goes under the radar like that. That said, twice someone did comment on it, and both times they knew exactly what it was! Must be watch affectionados.
Needless to say, I love this watch and wear it everyday. If you have the money, it is definitely worth the price of entry. I'm not a collector so for me, I don't think I'll be purchasing another watch anytime soon.
6 comments:
I Boughtthis watch version XL and its the best size for me ,the quality its excelent, the antireflectling glare looks very good, i recomend this watch and this watch have the COSC certification swiss only the 2% of the watches made in swiss has it , five stars.....
I have owned this watch for a year and a half now and it is my favourite watch in my stable. I opted for the brown leather strap, which dresses it up a bit. It keeps great time ( it sits in a watch winder when not being used.) It is a far classier option than a Rolex, in my opinion.
And what can I tell you- James Bond whers one!
PS Gifford
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 love this watch. The 2201.51 (black bezel / orange numerals) was given to me as a gift and I have not taken it off since I received it. I don't track how accurate it is to the second like some people do, but suffice to say that it is very very accurate, and I believe what others have said about this movement.
There are three things I absolutely love about this watch.
First, the clarity: It is about as clear and easy to read as I have ever had. Irrespective of light, a quick glance will always tell me the time. In dark light, the superluminova makes it very easy. I suspect this has to do with antireflective coating on both sides of the sapphire and all that tech stuff but frankly, all I care for is the end value to me.
Second, the fit and finish of the case and bracelet are absolutely top notch. Its almost a work of art because of the amount of detail in the watch. Everything from the hippocampus engraving in the back to the placement of the crowns. Everything is "just" right and it feels very natural.
Third, despite the fact that this is technically a sports watch (I swim once in a while and keep it on), I wear it to work and dressy occasions. Since its not super flashy and I usually wear long cuffs, people don't usually notice it. Frankly, I like that it goes under the radar like that. That said, twice someone did comment on it, and both times they knew exactly what it was! Must be watch affectionados.
Needless to say, I love this watch and wear it everyday. If you have the money, it is definitely worth the price of entry. I'm not a collector so for me, I don't think I'll be purchasing another watch anytime soon.
I have a couple of luxury watches - a Girard Perregaux that I use for formal occasions and a Tag Heuer for everyday use. The steel band on my Tag broke, and I used that as an excuse to finally upgrade. I considered a Rolex, Cartier (Roadster), Breitling, Omega, or another GP. After prowling around luxury watch forums/reviews, I settled on the Omega SPS as having the best value for the money. Rolex makes great watches, but they're so ubiquitous with so many fakes floating around that it doesn't feel "special". Cartier seems to be widely panned by luxury watch afficionados - apparently its mechanism is so sensitive that it must be sent in to Cartier for routine maintenance every 3-5 years at a cost of $700 a pop!! The Breitling models I liked have monstrous sizes...they looked incongrous on my 7" wrist. In the end, I settled on the Omega SPS - and I believe I made the right decision. It's gorgeous - it looks and feels substantitive without looking pretentious. The red/orange 6, 9, and 12 numbers on the dial catches the eye. I think this is a great luxury watch for everyday use. It certainly feels like it can take a lot of abuse.
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