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diaz1023 · 25 July 2007, 07:04 AM

I am thinking of a new watch, but can't decide between a Tag and an Omega. these are the models I am considering, Model 2254.50.00 (Omega) and this tag Model CAF2010.BA0815 , they are both on alanfurman.com, any advice would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks

haakon59 · 25 July 2007, 07:25 AM

Generally speaking, I would as a brand tend to choose Omega over Tag because I think their workmanship is higher and their brand overall is nicer. Tag does a lot of quartz watches, so I tend to think of Omega as being a "purer" mechanical watch company.

If I am not mistaken, you have chosen one of the Omega Divers with the older 1120 movement and a Tag Chronograph? It's harder to rate two different types of watch because my first question would be: what do you need? To time things or to dive and swim? Well, it turns out both are 300m rated, so both can be used in the water. If you are going to use the watch dominantly to swim/dive, I would go Omega because it's always easier to make sure one crown is screwed tight than with one crown and two pushers.

The Omega you have picked is not going to be available after this year and since this Seamaster is popular, you might (or might not) get more money for it if you were to sell it later. Many have commented on the dependability of the 1120 movement, although Omega has now upgraded to a movement with a co-axial escapement. The Tag likely has a version of the ETA 7750 or 7751 and this too is a dependable movement.

I think both are going to be fine watches, but if it were me, I would prefer the Omega by a large margin and if I were looking specifically for a dive chronograph I would check out the Sinn 203 rather than buy the Tag. Many people do like Tag quite a lot, I guess I prefer some of the other brands because Tag to me has more of a mixed history, but then, so do a lot of brands I guess. Hope this helps a little.

mike · 25 July 2007, 07:30 AM

I have no experience with tag so can't comment there. I must say the 2254 is one fantastic piece.

The sword hands and dial have wonderfull luminosity. The watch, while heavy (compared to some) sits so well on the wrist. The bracelet and clasp are IMO one of the best made combinations out there. I do wish the clasp featured a micro adjustment, but that's just me.
As far as accuracy goes, mine is among the most accurate watches I have!

I can regulate it with overnight positioning to about +/- 0!

Not bad on a NATO too,

Bama · 25 July 2007, 08:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mike

I have no experience with tag so can't comment there. I must say the 2254 is one fantastic piece.

The sword hands and dial have wonderfull luminosity. The watch, while heavy (compared to some) sits so well on the wrist. The bracelet and clasp are IMO one of the best made combinations out there. I do wish the clasp featured a micro adjustment, but that's just me.
As far as accuracy goes, mine is among the most accurate watches I have!

I can regulate it with overnight positioning to about +/- 0!

Not bad on a NATO too,

Mike, I've been meaning to ask you what type of background you use for your photos - if it's not too much of a trade secret. They always look great.

mike · 25 July 2007, 09:05 AM

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Originally Posted by Bama

Mike, I've been meaning to ask you what type of background you use for your photos - if it's not too much of a trade secret. They always look great.

Here tis!

Don't pay any attention to the Christmas packages on the table. My wife had the gall to use my "studio" (dinning room table LOL) to wrap gifts.

A portable light box, a mirror tile, canned air (for lint) and a surefire flashlight for lume shots.

Arby · 25 August 2007, 02:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mike

I have no experience with tag so can't comment there. I must say the 2254 is one fantastic piece.

The sword hands and dial have wonderfull luminosity. The watch, while heavy (compared to some) sits so well on the wrist. The bracelet and clasp are IMO one of the best made combinations out there. I do wish the clasp featured a micro adjustment, but that's just me.
As far as accuracy goes, mine is among the most accurate watches I have!

I can regulate it with overnight positioning to about +/- 0!

Not bad on a NATO too,

My next watch purchase is going to be the 2254. Hopefully within a few weeks... I need a daily work tool watch and wear my Rolex Day Date on the weekends.

mailman · 27 August 2007, 11:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mike

I have no experience with tag so can't comment there. I must say the 2254 is one fantastic piece.

The sword hands and dial have wonderfull luminosity. The watch, while heavy (compared to some) sits so well on the wrist. The bracelet and clasp are IMO one of the best made combinations out there. I do wish the clasp featured a micro adjustment, but that's just me.
As far as accuracy goes, mine is among the most accurate watches I have!

I can regulate it with overnight positioning to about +/- 0!

Not bad on a NATO too,

After wearing Craig's this past weekend on an Omega rubber strap, I gotta get me one of them

diaz1023 · 25 July 2007, 07:34 AM

does the omega have 20mm lugs, cuz i have a nice bund strap that i got from qualitytyme.net for my sub, but haven't used it yet and might consider this for the omega

mike · 25 July 2007, 07:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by diaz1023

does the omega have 20mm lugs, cuz i have a nice bund strap that i got from qualitytyme.net for my sub, but haven't used it yet and might consider this for the omega

Yes.

timebroker · 25 July 2007, 07:35 AM

The Tag Heuer looks nicer in my opinion.
Great discounts by the way

diaz1023 · 25 July 2007, 07:35 AM

one more question, since it is automatic, does that mean that the second hands sweep instead of tick?

C.J. · 25 July 2007, 07:52 AM

I've had both, Omega and Tag. In my opinion, Omega is in a whole different league than Tag and I would take the 2254 in a heartbeat.

mike · 25 July 2007, 07:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by diaz1023

one more question, since it is automatic, does that mean that the second hands sweep instead of tick?

If you mean tick in one second intervals, no it sweeps. The 2254 does (or did) come in a quartz version though if that's a consideration.

AGENT4734 · 25 July 2007, 08:48 AM

I have a Seamaster and I love it... I tried on this Tag when I bought my Planet Ocean and it felt light and cheap to me. I like heavy watches, since they seem like they are built soild. The Tag in my opinion, was not that flattering in person and on my wrist. The Omega has a great faces and shows well on your wrist. The Tag logo is very small and to the average person they would think it was your typical $200 Seiko. These are just my $.02.

AGENT4734

Bama · 25 July 2007, 08:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AGENT4734

I have a Seamaster and I love it... I tried on this Tag when I bought my Planet Ocean and it felt light and cheap to me. I like heavy watches, since they seem like they are built soild. The Tag in my opinion, was not that flattering in person and on my wrist. The Omega has a great faces and shows well on your wrist. The Tag logo is very small and to the average person they would think it was your typical $200 Seiko. These are just my $.02.

AGENT4734

Agreed. I have neither a Tag nor an Omega but I have looked at both and tried both on. I know Tag has great name recognition but I have never been really blown away by any models I've seen in person. Great watches and I wouldn't mind having one but if the choice was between the two - I'd go Omega. Just my opinion.

Letsgodiving · 25 July 2007, 08:53 AM

Love the look of the Tag. I have had the Tag CAF1111.BA0803 (Quartz) as an every day wear for over 10 years and is a great watch. Been Scuba diving/wreck diving the entire time without a problem. Never owned an Omega.

dubyatf · 25 July 2007, 09:00 AM

I've got a 2nd Gen Omega SMP - Quartz that I wear everyday (I secretly wish it was automatic - but heck it's been a workhorse). It's been a great watch and came back from the Omega Service Center 'good as new' after a mere battery replacement! My wife has 2 Tag Dive watches a SS and a TT that are also very nice.

Sam · 25 July 2007, 09:12 AM

I'd take the 2254.50 in a heartbeat over any of TAGs current models. Honestly, I think Omega is a notch (or two or three) above TAG. I'd pick up a 2254.50 while you still can. It's a bargain for what you get.

My 2254 on rubber is one of my favorites. Here's mine in Destin Florida a couple months ago.

roadcarver · 25 July 2007, 09:27 AM

Get the SMP... seeing the black dial in person just blows you away! Trust me on this

diaz1023 · 25 July 2007, 11:47 AM

seems like the omega wins, hands down! will post pics as soon as it arrives, thanks for your opinions much appreciated

Ragu · 25 July 2007, 12:33 PM

I'd go with the Omega over the quartz Tag of which I own three.

Not my watch or pic but love how she looks.

fear · 25 July 2007, 12:44 PM

Get this. Older style bracelet but its a great watch!

AGENT4734 · 25 July 2007, 01:22 PM

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Originally Posted by fear

Get this. Older style bracelet but its a great watch!

I agree, I have this band on my 007 Seamaster... its a classic!

oldman2005 · 26 July 2007, 03:06 PM

I have both Omega and Tag and personally prefer Omega, the Tag is more hip and they change style very often so the watch becomes absolete pretty quickly. The Omega is more classic.

diaz1023 · 26 July 2007, 03:42 PM

well i ordered the omega today, will recieve on friday and will post pictures of my watches, thanks for the advice and pics i really appreciate it

roadcarver · 26 July 2007, 10:35 PM

Congrats Diaz on the purchase of a fine watch. In addition for my love of Breitling, Rolexes... Omega are also part of my collection.

diaz1023 · 28 July 2007, 05:04 AM

Well i received the watch yesterday, 1 day after ordering it and i am not disappointed at all. will post pictures soon

diaz1023 · 28 July 2007, 05:10 AM

here are the pics of my new Omega, sub no date, sub date, citizen chronograph and citizen calibre 8700

Robb · 28 July 2007, 05:45 AM

Nice collection!!

roadcarver · 28 July 2007, 05:52 AM

Nice collection Diaz, congrats!!! That was fast service eh?

25 July 2007, 07:04 AM	#1
diaz1023 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: california Posts: 54	Omega or Tag I am thinking of a new watch, but can't decide between a Tag and an Omega. these are the models I am considering, Model 2254.50.00 (Omega) and this tag Model CAF2010.BA0815 , they are both on alanfurman.com, any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks

25 July 2007, 07:52 AM	#12
C.J. "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: * Posts: 10,196	I've had both, Omega and Tag. In my opinion, Omega is in a whole different league than Tag and I would take the 2254 in a heartbeat. __________________ Me? I'm still looking for Kokomo. I just hope that damn golfer isn't there

25 July 2007, 08:48 AM	#14
AGENT4734 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Greg Location: Chandler, Arizona Watch: Polar Club Founder Posts: 434	Omega all the way! I have a Seamaster and I love it... I tried on this Tag when I bought my Planet Ocean and it felt light and cheap to me. I like heavy watches, since they seem like they are built soild. The Tag in my opinion, was not that flattering in person and on my wrist. The Omega has a great faces and shows well on your wrist. The Tag logo is very small and to the average person they would think it was your typical $200 Seiko. These are just my $.02. AGENT4734 __________________ Rolex Explorer II ~Polar Dial Original Founder Rolex Sub C 116610 Rolex YM 116610 Rolex DJ TOG 116264 Rolex DJ Roman 126200

25 July 2007, 09:27 AM	#19
roadcarver "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Vernon Location: C-a-n-a-d-a Watch: 16600 Posts: 5,641	Omega all the way Get the SMP... seeing the black dial in person just blows you away! Trust me on this __________________ I'm just a cook...

25 July 2007, 12:33 PM	#21
Ragu "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Ragu Sauce Location: Southern, FL Watch: the Sauce ;) Posts: 781	I'd go with the Omega over the quartz Tag of which I own three. Not my watch or pic but love how she looks. __________________ "Waiting is so time consuming" -- Unknown Proud Member #2391

25 July 2007, 07:25 AM	#2
haakon59 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Seattle Posts: 1,571	Generally speaking, I would as a brand tend to choose Omega over Tag because I think their workmanship is higher and their brand overall is nicer. Tag does a lot of quartz watches, so I tend to think of Omega as being a "purer" mechanical watch company. If I am not mistaken, you have chosen one of the Omega Divers with the older 1120 movement and a Tag Chronograph? It's harder to rate two different types of watch because my first question would be: what do you need? To time things or to dive and swim? Well, it turns out both are 300m rated, so both can be used in the water. If you are going to use the watch dominantly to swim/dive, I would go Omega because it's always easier to make sure one crown is screwed tight than with one crown and two pushers. The Omega you have picked is not going to be available after this year and since this Seamaster is popular, you might (or might not) get more money for it if you were to sell it later. Many have commented on the dependability of the 1120 movement, although Omega has now upgraded to a movement with a co-axial escapement. The Tag likely has a version of the ETA 7750 or 7751 and this too is a dependable movement. I think both are going to be fine watches, but if it were me, I would prefer the Omega by a large margin and if I were looking specifically for a dive chronograph I would check out the Sinn 203 rather than buy the Tag. Many people do like Tag quite a lot, I guess I prefer some of the other brands because Tag to me has more of a mixed history, but then, so do a lot of brands I guess. Hope this helps a little.

25 July 2007, 07:30 AM	#3
mike "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 22,683	I have no experience with tag so can't comment there. I must say the 2254 is one fantastic piece. The sword hands and dial have wonderfull luminosity. The watch, while heavy (compared to some) sits so well on the wrist. The bracelet and clasp are IMO one of the best made combinations out there. I do wish the clasp featured a micro adjustment, but that's just me. As far as accuracy goes, mine is among the most accurate watches I have! I can regulate it with overnight positioning to about +/- 0! Not bad on a NATO too,

25 July 2007, 07:34 AM	#8
diaz1023 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: california Posts: 54	does the omega have 20mm lugs, cuz i have a nice bund strap that i got from qualitytyme.net for my sub, but haven't used it yet and might consider this for the omega

25 July 2007, 07:35 AM	#10
timebroker "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Filip Location: Belgium Posts: 1,619	The Tag Heuer looks nicer in my opinion. Great discounts by the way

25 July 2007, 08:53 AM	#16
Letsgodiving "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Mike Location: Virginia, US Watch: SD 16600 Posts: 4,310	Love the look of the Tag. I have had the Tag CAF1111.BA0803 (Quartz) as an every day wear for over 10 years and is a great watch. Been Scuba diving/wreck diving the entire time without a problem. Never owned an Omega.

25 July 2007, 09:00 AM	#17
dubyatf Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: USA Watch: ing the detectives Posts: 265	I've got a 2nd Gen Omega SMP - Quartz that I wear everyday (I secretly wish it was automatic - but heck it's been a workhorse). It's been a great watch and came back from the Omega Service Center 'good as new' after a mere battery replacement! My wife has 2 Tag Dive watches a SS and a TT that are also very nice.

25 July 2007, 09:12 AM	#18
Sam Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Texas Watch: Yes...too many!!! Posts: 426	I'd take the 2254.50 in a heartbeat over any of TAGs current models. Honestly, I think Omega is a notch (or two or three) above TAG. I'd pick up a 2254.50 while you still can. It's a bargain for what you get. My 2254 on rubber is one of my favorites. Here's mine in Destin Florida a couple months ago.

25 July 2007, 11:47 AM	#20
diaz1023 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: california Posts: 54	seems like the omega wins, hands down! will post pics as soon as it arrives, thanks for your opinions much appreciated

26 July 2007, 03:06 PM	#24
oldman2005 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: norcal Posts: 3,031	I have both Omega and Tag and personally prefer Omega, the Tag is more hip and they change style very often so the watch becomes absolete pretty quickly. The Omega is more classic.

26 July 2007, 03:42 PM	#25
diaz1023 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: california Posts: 54	well i ordered the omega today, will recieve on friday and will post pictures of my watches, thanks for the advice and pics i really appreciate it

26 July 2007, 10:35 PM	#26
roadcarver "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Vernon Location: C-a-n-a-d-a Watch: 16600 Posts: 5,641	Congrats Diaz on the purchase of a fine watch. In addition for my love of Breitling, Rolexes... Omega are also part of my collection. __________________ I'm just a cook...

28 July 2007, 05:04 AM	#27
diaz1023 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: california Posts: 54	Well i received the watch yesterday, 1 day after ordering it and i am not disappointed at all. will post pictures soon

28 July 2007, 05:45 AM	#29
Robb 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Real Name: Robb Location: USA Watch: BLNR Posts: 4,934	Nice collection!! __________________ 126610LN l 166610LV l 126619LB l 116710BLNR l 126710BLRO l 126720VTNR l 126718GRNR l 116500 white l 116500 black l 116508 john mayer l 116519LN l 116503 white l 126655 l 226627 Ti Master

28 July 2007, 05:52 AM	#30
roadcarver "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Vernon Location: C-a-n-a-d-a Watch: 16600 Posts: 5,641	Nice collection Diaz, congrats!!! That was fast service eh? __________________ I'm just a cook...

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