Omega White GMT..

[Ragu]

Looking around the Omega site I came across a beautiful pic of the White Seamaster GMT. :thumbsup:
Being how much I love my White Exp. II and being my daily wearer I wonder if anyone here has owned or still owns a White Omega GMT? :thinking:
Any pros/cons of white vs. black?

Photo credit: Keith Downing
Ref: 2538.20.00
http://i117.photobucket.com/albums/o56/ragu02/WhtSMlume.jpg
Did I mention I like this watch? :agree:

Any info on this watch?
Thanks

[JJ Irani]

WOW!! Stunningly beautiful!! :thumbsup:

[Ragu]

JJ,
you know of any info on this one?

[C.J.]

A buddy of mine has one on the Bond bracelet. I don't think it's an original option from the factory. But it looks fantastic :cheers: :cheers:

[JJ Irani]

JJ,
you know of any info on this one?

Just a bit. It runs the ETA based 2892-A2 movement, modified by Rolex to 23 jewels. 300 m waterproof with a 44 hour power reserve. COSC certified and a very, very accurate movement!! :thumbsup:

Case size: 42 mm

I think the OMEGA calibre is the 1125 movement with the GMT complication. Available with black or white dial....but I think the white looks better.

Great watch and can be had at an excellent price. Super duper value for money!!! :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

JJ

[Ragu]

another pic :thumbsup:

photo credit:
Keith Downing
http://i117.photobucket.com/albums/o56/ragu02/WhtSM4.jpg

[JJ Irani]

Another superb pic, Ragu. I prefer this one to the SMP because it does NOT have the He valve crown at 10 o'clock.

JJ

[Ragu]

last pic

lume 2
http://i117.photobucket.com/albums/o56/ragu02/WhtSMlume2.jpg

JJ,
I too like that feature of no Heli :thumbsup:

[finance21]

I have owned that watch twice (I know I have problems) in the past and she is stunning. I still say stick with the white Exp. II. The pictures of the white Omega GMT capture the black surrounding highlights perfectly but one drawback of the Omega GMT is that in person the white face does not have much contrast, it is all WHITE. Now don’t get me wrong, for the money you can not beat the Omega, but if you are used to the white Rolex Exp. II with the beautiful black contrasting indices stick with Rolex.

[Rubenonfire]

That's some serious LUME. Looks great.
I love the white face, but I've never been a fan of the Seamaster hands. I'm not into that "broad arrow" look. Prefer the hands on the Speedies, but that white face is HARD to deny!
:cheers:

[Ragu]

I've always liked Omega and the Seamaster in particular. The Black GMT seems to be favored alot more however I like the White face partly because it isn't as "common" as it's Black brother. :smokin:

Any other thoughts/comments?
Thanks

[dman]

I have owned that watch twice and the black dial once. Not sure why I ever sold the second white dial, totally love that watch. Looks great, comfy and tough as nails. :thumbsup:

[amanda]

I'm pretty sure the white version is now discontinued (a search on some Omega forums should give you this info) so if you see a BNIB one I'd snap it up.
I love it, its a gorgeous watch and something I'd like to pick up in the future!!!! At around a third of the price of an ExpII brand new, I cant ever see the justification in going Rolex.. It's easy to get Omega discounted more so than Rolex (DU anyway).

EDIT - here's a link from an AD I know and his thoughts on the GMT in White being discont.

http://forums.watchuseek.com/showthread.php?t=58702&highlight=2538.20.00

[Tools]

Great photos of a great looking time piece

[ck867]

my co worker actually just picked up this watch new in the san francisco, CA area at some AD. His bezel has the half blue, half silver look to it

[directioneng]

Just a bit. It runs the ETA based 2892-A2 movement, modified by Rolex to 23 jewels. 300 m waterproof with a 44 hour power reserve. COSC certified and a very, very accurate movement!! :thumbsup:

Case size: 42 mm

I think the OMEGA calibre is the 1125 movement with the GMT complication. Available with black or white dial....but I think the white looks better.

Great watch and can be had at an excellent price. Super duper value for money!!! :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

JJ


Modified by Rolex?

[G.J]

Hahaha..yes i noticed that as well....:chuckle: :chuckle: :chuckle:

These Omega's are ETA based and modified by ETA using Omega specs.

[amanda]

Poor JJ - he cant help himself its simply.. rolex rolex rolex rolex rolex rolex rolex rolex rolex rolex rolex rolex rolex rolex rolex rolex rolex rolex rolex rolex rolex rolex rolex rolex rolex rolex rolex rolex rolex rolex rolex rolex rolex rolex rolex rolex rolex rolex rolex rolex rolex rolex rolexrolex rolex rolex I think you get the picture, on the brain thats for sure :rofl:

One track mind eh:thumbsup: :thumbsup:

[Blue Bull]

Nope,my white dial 16570 is :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

BTW,I get the same discount on Rolex and Omega.Rolex is then actually better value for money,both on purchase and off course even more so on selling.Only one Omega that tickles my fancy and thats the "Moon watch".Would still not buy it.Rolex is money better spent.

[JJ Irani]

Modified by Rolex?

:chuckle: :chuckle: Oops....that should read OMEGA....just can't get the Rolex brand out of my head, uh? :thinking:

[Alex Stylianou]

WOW!! Stunningly beautiful!! :thumbsup:

[Ragu]

Does anyone think that being the Great White is discontinued any future collectability may occur? :thinking:

[JJ Irani]

Does anyone think that being the Great White is discontinued any future collectability may occur? :thinking:

You need to take a few dives around the coasts of Australia and South Africa to see the Great White!! He'll make sure you're discontinued!! :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :justkiddi

[leopardprey]

Oops....that should read OMEGA....just can't get the Rolex brand out of my head, uh?

You guys have to remember that JJ was put here on this forum by Rolex. He is their "plant".

[TARDIS]

I like both models. Omega GMT 2538.20.00 is good value for money and is still available.US$1745.

A few dollars up gets you a Bond GMT blue dial 2735.80.00 which is co-axial and worth the extra 730 at US$2475. I prefer the GMT hand and config of 24hr indices INSIDE the crystal.

The ultimate of course is the white dial EXP II. It has to be for that money.

[leopardprey]

Well, there is a BNIB Omega White GMT for sale here in Phnom Penh, at the only Omega dealer in Phnom Penh. HAs had the watch for 3 years in his shop. Dealer is asking $1500 for it. Think I may by. Good price and hard to find. Very comfortable on the wrist, more so than my Rolex GMT. Will try today to get them down a couple more hundred, if can will buy.

Cheers

[Sam]

I used to own one....probably should have kept it. One of the few watches I've regretted selling. I sold to fund my GMTII (which is my all time favorite watch, so I guess in the end it's alright). Great watch...tough as nails, accurate, wears nice on the wrist....a little heavier than the EXPII though. It's thicker than the 2254.50 and 2531.80...guess it's the GMT complication. Loooooooove the all brushed case though. Also looks great on the SMP rubber strap.:thumbsup:

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d6/sambryce/watches/gmt_rubber.jpg

[AJC]

The white GMT is a stunning watch.As Sam said above the brushed case and bracelet are so easy to look after.10/10:thumbsup:

http://img169.imageshack.us/img169/354/whitegmt1qs6.jpg

http://img447.imageshack.us/img447/3506/gmtonomegaboxzn3.jpg

Aaron

[leopardprey]

Will buy today I think. Getting pretty good deal on it, and I had an Omega SMP before for 3 years that served me really well through some very tough times and now is on my brother's wrist being put through a beating so I know how Omegas hold up.

[JJ Irani]

Beautiful pics, Aaron!! :thumbsup:

[JJ Irani]

Will buy today I think. Getting pretty good deal on it, and I had an Omega SMP before for 3 years that served me really well through some very tough times and now is on my brother's wrist being put through a beating so I know how Omegas hold up.

Go for it, Chad. I do remember you saying that it was priced at $1500; but if you can beat him down a bit more (and in Asian countries you always bargain) :chuckle: , then you are in for the deal of your life.

Is it brand new with all boxes, papers, etc.? If so, GRAB it!! :thumbsup:

[leopardprey]

Actaully the cost they are quoting me is $1680. Got them down to $1600. Tried to get for $1400 but no luck. IF I go in today and throw $1500 cash in their face should be able to get. I still think at $1500 it is a good deal. Yes, is BNIB with all the boxes, papers, etc.. THey were pretty honest, as they told me they have had the watch for 3 years in the store. So I know they want to sell. They told me, most Cambodian's like smaller watches or watches with Gold or Diamonds on it. Actually another stores that has several older used Rolex Sport models for sale, told me has trouble selling the Sport models, as most Cambodians want a Datejust or DayDate with Gold and/or Diamonds. Watchs for the most part here are more about showing off than tool watches.

BTW, the best part about the Omega GMT watch, is the sales girl is really hot and got her to go out with me! So even if do not buy the watch, met a really nice Cambodian lady. Actually more interested in her, than the watch! ACtually mentioned to her, I was going to sell my Rolex Explorer to fund the Omega, and she told me to keep the Rolex and I could just wait and buy the Omega later down the road. But, think will buy the OMega cause is is such a great looking and comfortable watch and since it is discontinued ahrd to find a BNIB down the road.

What is sad is comparing the Explorer II and the Omega side by side, would say they are both good and things I like about them both. But, when you compare the price $4100 I paid for the Z series BNIN explorer II compared to Omega GMT at $1500. You have to ask your self, is the Rolex really worth the extra $2500??

[JJ Irani]

:rofl: :rofl: :rofl: I wish I could muster up the "balls" to ask my AD out for a date!! :lol: :lol:

Hey, Chad...even at $1500 it's a fantastic buy....which equates to NZ$2000 - WOW!! Now that is a super-duper price - in fact, that's a steal for a brand new OMEGA of that calibre.

Get off this damn forum and go grab that baby - and I'm talking about the OMEGA - not the sales girl, ya tosser!! :dummy: :dummy: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:

[leopardprey]

Think I will grab both!!!! Unfortunately can only take the watch with me to Afghanistan! (but, at least will have something to look forward to when finish!) LOL LOL

Actaully a very nice traditional Cambodian girl. Very educated as well. She speaks great English and studies Chinese in her spare time. Will see what happens! LOL LOL

[JJ Irani]

Think I will grab both!!!! Unfortunately can only take the watch with me to Afghanistan! (but, at least will have something to look forward to when finish!) LOL LOL

Actaully a very nice traditional Cambodian girl. Very educated as well. She speaks great English and studies Chinese in her spare time. Will see what happens! LOL LOL

Screw the girl, buy the watch - well, something like that, Chad!!! :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:

[leopardprey]

Well, she is traditional Cambodian girl so will have to marry her first and have to pay her father a nice dowery! LOL LOL (will cost more than the watch! LOL LOL).

Oh well, been wanting to start a family anyway! (guess my watch buying days are coming to a close! LOL LOL)

Have to wait until all my future kids are grown up and out of the house then I can go buy a TT BLue! LOL LOL

[JJ Irani]

Well, she is traditional Cambodian girl so will have to marry her first and have to pay her father a nice dowery! LOL LOL (will cost more than the watch! LOL LOL).

Oh well, been wanting to start a family anyway! (guess my watch buying days are coming to a close! LOL LOL)

Have to wait until all my future kids are grown up and out of the house then I can go buy a TT BLue! LOL LOL

You got that all wrong, tosser. :dummy:

It's the girl's father who's supposed to pay the "dowry" and back home in India it was usually that POS gold-plated RADO Diastar!!! :comeandge :comeandge :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:

[leopardprey]

Yeah, I should go find an Indian girl (dots not feathers) to marry instead! LOL LOL

Here in Cambodia, Thailand, and Laos the groom has to pay the brides family. Usually around $5000 in Cambodia for a western guy marrying a middle class girl.

In Thailand, is custom to give the bride's family around 100,000 Baht (around $2750) and 10 Baht Gold (around $3000).

Hey, I can buy her Father a gold plated Rado!!! LOL LOL LOL

[JJ Irani]

Yeah, I should go find an Indian girl (dots not feathers) to marry instead! LOL LOL

Here in Cambodia, Thailand, and Laos the groom has to pay the brides family. Usually around $5000 in Cambodia for a western guy marrying a middle class girl.

In Thailand, is custom to give the bride's family around 100,000 Baht (around $2750) and 10 Baht Gold (around $3000).

Hey, I can buy her Father a gold plated Rado!!! LOL LOL LOL

WHOA!! I strongly advise and suggest you grab that damned OMEGA for 1500 bucks and get the hell out of there - pronto!! :dummy: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:

[leopardprey]

Well, was going to buy a Glashutte Sports Evolution for $6500. But for the same price can get the Omega GMT and a Cambodian Wife !!!

LOL LOL

Well, have to wait awhile anyway since leaving to go work in Afghanistan in 2 weeks.

[AJC]

You can possibly pay in sheep,instead of cash.For the wife I mean.A cow would be better but JJ our resident sheep wrangler can help you with sheep only.:rofl:

Aaron:cheers:

[JJ Irani]

You can possibly pay in sheep,instead of cash.For the wife I mean.A cow would be better but JJ our resident sheep wrangler can help you with sheep only.:rofl:

Aaron:cheers:

:dummy: :rofl: :rofl:

Hi Aaron,

Nice to have you back and posting....but first things first!! How's Wade's treatment going? Do keep us updated.

Thanks - JJ

[Edensknight]

That's some serious LUME. Looks great.
I love the white face, but I've never been a fan of the Seamaster hands. I'm not into that "broad arrow" look. Prefer the hands on the Speedies, but that white face is HARD to deny!
:cheers:

:thumbsup: I agree! What a beauty! :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :cheers:

[Aficionado]

I ordered gmt like this with black dial yesterday. It should arrive to the local store at friday. :rolleyes: I cant wait :rofl:

[watchzone]

wow!

[Aficionado]

My new Omega :thumbsup:

Sorry about the backrounds and fingerprints :rofl:

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[leopardprey]

Very nice! Now that is one rugged good looking watch! Wear in good health and have some adventures with it!

[Aficionado]

Thx. I sure will :cheers:

[Ragu]

Has anyone recently purchased one of these please PM me. :thumbsup:

[Aficionado]

Not the white dial GMT but i get the black one couple days ago.