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mdgrwl · 3 September 2016, 12:39 PM

Due to a bunch of inquiries, I took the time to shoot the two next to each other and figured I'd post up a side by side comparison.

We know the differences and/or similarities between them from a mechanical and conceptual stand point... so this is just a study in aesthetic comparison.

Movement aside, the biggest differences are the date box window & polished center links vs. all brushed bracelet.

These are of the 41.5mm variation.

B.B.B. · 3 September 2016, 01:06 PM

Both Beautiful!

RW16610 · 3 September 2016, 01:11 PM

Great comparison shots, Matt! Thanks for sharing these with us. Do you have any shots of the two case backs?

mdgrwl · 3 September 2016, 01:22 PM

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Originally Posted by RW16610

Great comparison shots, Matt! Thanks for sharing these with us. Do you have any shots of the two case backs?

Thank you sir.

These are both from my new watch inventory so I can't peel off the stickers... the best I can show you is this, lol.

Master Co-Axial on top... not much a difference even if the stickers were removed.

RW16610 · 3 September 2016, 01:43 PM

That's what I wanted to see, thanks! I had no idea the movement number remained the same. Pretty much just the new testing standards is all for the movement. The funny thing is I would be happy with either lol.

axjimenez · 4 September 2016, 03:36 AM

They are both stunning pieces! Thanks for sharing

ap1 · 4 September 2016, 05:20 AM

Brushed baby, old skool

sportsmaven20 · 4 September 2016, 06:21 AM

Both are nice, however the framed date window and all-brushed bracelet tips the scales in favor of the original Skyfall for me!

brandrea · 4 September 2016, 06:44 AM

Much prefer the original

Vigilance247 · 4 September 2016, 06:48 AM

Original for me!

mdgrwl · 5 September 2016, 01:10 AM

I like both, for different reasons. I'm honestly split.

For the old Aqua Terra, it has the balanced face with the date box outline for sure... but I actually do like the newer face as well as it has a Spartan minimalistic look to it that represents a progressive feel to the Aqua Terra line.

As for the polished vs. brushed bracelet, I again am split and see both sides of the coin. If I were to wear this with smart casual or business casual (aka button down dress shirt / polo shirt, etc....) I would probably opt for the brushed bracelet. But if I were to wear this with a suit, I would opt for the polished center links.

I could honestly see owning both and picking up one over the other for whatever dress/occasion I'm going to.

TheBluePrince · 5 September 2016, 05:39 AM

Another vote for original. PCL's are just a PITA.

anselm · 5 September 2016, 05:56 AM

I had choice between both and went with original due to the framed date and all brushed bracelet.

mdgrwl · 10 September 2016, 11:10 AM

Im neutral... seeing both sides of the coin.

sensui · 10 September 2016, 11:45 AM

Thanks mdgrwl for the comparison....it is a good quick comparison for people interested in the pieces. I myself went with the original also.....just a spectacular watch and like you said, winners both ways:

mdgrwl · 10 September 2016, 02:07 PM

The Omega crowd isnt crazy about PCL, however they dont seem to bother the Rolex folk at all... so many popular models with PCL like the BLNR Batman, Daytona, Datejust, etc... etc... perhaps because Rolex models in general have just a touch mkre bling?

The good thing about PCL is its easy and inexpensive to have the entire bracelet brushed...

ClarenceY · 16 December 2020, 10:20 AM

Resurrecting this thread.

OP, are there any difference in the dial color in any way?

AEC · 16 December 2020, 10:35 AM

Cool thread. I have owned mine for six years, and love it a bunch

TK-710 · 16 December 2020, 11:53 AM

The brushed bracelet and framed date window is, IMO, where the AT peaked aesthetically. Ever subsequent version has seemed to, in one way or another, ever so slightly, missed the bar set by this version. My biggest regret is not having pulled the trigger after trying one on.

JoseR · 16 December 2020, 12:18 PM

Those are nice. I also like the new AT41 with the 8900 movement. I really like the grey dial with the blue leather strap. It would go well since I have the AK on Black Everest the DJ41 on bracelet and the Omega on leather would fit nicely. I getting to know more about the Omega brand and like what I've read. May be my next watch..

C0d · 16 December 2020, 12:41 PM

Thanks for the amazing comparison. I almost PMed you to buy one then I realized these are 41mm.

If you see a 39 please DM me. Thanks ��

denmanproject · 16 December 2020, 12:53 PM

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Originally Posted by C0d

Thanks for the amazing comparison. I almost PMed you to buy one then I realized these are 41mm.

If you see a 39 please DM me. Thanks ��

This thread is over 4 years old

AEC · 16 December 2020, 09:00 PM

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Originally Posted by denmanproject

This thread is over 4 years old

True, but Matt did sell a blue 39mm AT (framed date and satin center links) from his site earlier this year. It lasted about a week before someone snapped it up.

samson66 · 17 December 2020, 01:17 AM

Very nice. I'd put the bracelet from the right on the watch on the left and it would be perfect! Can't go wrong with either though.

Of course the new versions have the date at six and the dial patterns go horizontal instead of vertical.

C0d · 17 December 2020, 03:56 AM

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Originally Posted by denmanproject

This thread is over 4 years old

Meh!

We have the WUS phenomenon here as well?

ClarenceY · 17 December 2020, 10:25 AM

Can anyone verify if the blue shade of both dials are the same?

3 September 2016, 12:39 PM	#1
mdgrwl 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: US East Coast Watch: Dealer Posts: 13,482	Skyfall vs. Master Skyfall - Aesthetics Side by Side Photo Comparison Due to a bunch of inquiries, I took the time to shoot the two next to each other and figured I'd post up a side by side comparison. We know the differences and/or similarities between them from a mechanical and conceptual stand point... so this is just a study in aesthetic comparison. Movement aside, the biggest differences are the date box window & polished center links vs. all brushed bracelet. These are of the 41.5mm variation.

4 September 2016, 03:36 AM	#6
axjimenez "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Alex Location: Arlington, Va Watch: ALL OF THEM Posts: 1,705	They are both stunning pieces! Thanks for sharing __________________ “It is better to lead from behind and to put others in front, especially when you celebrate victory when nice things occur. You take the front line when there is danger. Then people will appreciate your leadership.” Rolex 114060 Omega SMP 2531.80 Vintage Omega - no idea but dad's watch

16 December 2020, 12:18 PM	#20
JoseR "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2019 Location: Philly. Watch: Air King, Omega AT Posts: 2,154	Those are nice. I also like the new AT41 with the 8900 movement. I really like the grey dial with the blue leather strap. It would go well since I have the AK on Black Everest the DJ41 on bracelet and the Omega on leather would fit nicely. I getting to know more about the Omega brand and like what I've read. May be my next watch.. __________________ Air King 116900 Omega AT41 Gray Dial/Leather Oris Pointer Date Roberto Clemente LE

3 September 2016, 01:06 PM	#2
B.B.B. "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Emmanuel Location: California, USA Watch: submariner lv m Posts: 764	Both Beautiful!

3 September 2016, 01:11 PM	#3
RW16610 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Rommel Location: Toronto Canada Watch: 116710LN Posts: 8,963	Great comparison shots, Matt! Thanks for sharing these with us. Do you have any shots of the two case backs?

3 September 2016, 01:43 PM	#5
RW16610 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Rommel Location: Toronto Canada Watch: 116710LN Posts: 8,963	That's what I wanted to see, thanks! I had no idea the movement number remained the same. Pretty much just the new testing standards is all for the movement. The funny thing is I would be happy with either lol.

4 September 2016, 05:20 AM	#7
ap1 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: usa Posts: 19,035	Brushed baby, old skool

4 September 2016, 06:21 AM	#8
sportsmaven20 2024 ROLEX DATE-JUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Real Name: Randy Location: USA Watch: Rolex Posts: 1,917	Both are nice, however the framed date window and all-brushed bracelet tips the scales in favor of the original Skyfall for me!

4 September 2016, 06:44 AM	#9
brandrea 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 73,587	Much prefer the original

4 September 2016, 06:48 AM	#10
Vigilance247 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Rio Grande Valley Watch: DJ41 Posts: 310	Original for me!

5 September 2016, 01:10 AM	#11
mdgrwl 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: US East Coast Watch: Dealer Posts: 13,482	I like both, for different reasons. I'm honestly split. For the old Aqua Terra, it has the balanced face with the date box outline for sure... but I actually do like the newer face as well as it has a Spartan minimalistic look to it that represents a progressive feel to the Aqua Terra line. As for the polished vs. brushed bracelet, I again am split and see both sides of the coin. If I were to wear this with smart casual or business casual (aka button down dress shirt / polo shirt, etc....) I would probably opt for the brushed bracelet. But if I were to wear this with a suit, I would opt for the polished center links. I could honestly see owning both and picking up one over the other for whatever dress/occasion I'm going to.

5 September 2016, 05:39 AM	#12
TheBluePrince "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: London Posts: 2,081	Another vote for original. PCL's are just a PITA.

5 September 2016, 05:56 AM	#13
anselm "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: South Charlotte Posts: 182	I had choice between both and went with original due to the framed date and all brushed bracelet.

10 September 2016, 11:10 AM	#14
mdgrwl 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: US East Coast Watch: Dealer Posts: 13,482	Im neutral... seeing both sides of the coin.

10 September 2016, 11:45 AM	#15
sensui 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 12,356	Thanks mdgrwl for the comparison....it is a good quick comparison for people interested in the pieces. I myself went with the original also.....just a spectacular watch and like you said, winners both ways:

10 September 2016, 02:07 PM	#16
mdgrwl 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: US East Coast Watch: Dealer Posts: 13,482	The Omega crowd isnt crazy about PCL, however they dont seem to bother the Rolex folk at all... so many popular models with PCL like the BLNR Batman, Daytona, Datejust, etc... etc... perhaps because Rolex models in general have just a touch mkre bling? The good thing about PCL is its easy and inexpensive to have the entire bracelet brushed...

16 December 2020, 10:20 AM	#17
ClarenceY "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2020 Location: Manila Posts: 22	Resurrecting this thread. OP, are there any difference in the dial color in any way?

16 December 2020, 10:35 AM	#18
AEC 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Tony Location: Orchard Park, NY Watch: Idiot Savant Posts: 3,239	Cool thread. I have owned mine for six years, and love it a bunch

16 December 2020, 11:53 AM	#19
TK-710 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Upstate Watch: 116600 Posts: 2,143	The brushed bracelet and framed date window is, IMO, where the AT peaked aesthetically. Ever subsequent version has seemed to, in one way or another, ever so slightly, missed the bar set by this version. My biggest regret is not having pulled the trigger after trying one on.

16 December 2020, 12:41 PM	#21
C0d Banned Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: Kanata Watch: Dog Posts: 815	Thanks for the amazing comparison. I almost PMed you to buy one then I realized these are 41mm. If you see a 39 please DM me. Thanks ��

17 December 2020, 01:17 AM	#24
samson66 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Mike Location: Eastern Shore, MD Watch: my money leaving! Posts: 12,898	Very nice. I'd put the bracelet from the right on the watch on the left and it would be perfect! Can't go wrong with either though. Of course the new versions have the date at six and the dial patterns go horizontal instead of vertical.

17 December 2020, 10:25 AM	#26
ClarenceY "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2020 Location: Manila Posts: 22	Can anyone verify if the blue shade of both dials are the same?

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