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Brushpup · 11 August 2008, 04:42 AM

Can someone tell me if the mid-size version of this watch has an ETA or true in house movement. Hate exposing my ignorance, but learning curve for Omega is still steep for me.

GrandCarreracal17 · 11 August 2008, 12:09 PM

Eta!

SLRdude · 12 August 2008, 05:42 AM

It has the Omega Co-Axial movement which did indeed start its life as an ETA 2892 movement.
However, basically every part gets re-worked or replaced.

Tools · 12 August 2008, 06:17 AM

As Chip; said, it's a modified ETA.

The Co-axial cal 2500 used in this model is a basic ETA 2892 where the lever pallet escapement and escape wheel are removed and a Co-Axial "module" is installed off to the side.

So, theoretically you would get the ETA 2892 reliability with the Co-axial reduced friction escapement..

SLRdude · 12 August 2008, 07:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Tools

As Chip; said, it's a modified ETA.

The Co-axial cal 2500 used in this model is a basic ETA 2892 where the lever pallet escapement and escape wheel are removed and a Co-Axial "module" is installed off to the side.

So, theoretically you would get the ETA 2892 reliability with the Co-axial reduced friction escapement..

And the 2892 is one of the most reliable movements out there.
If I'd get stuck on a desert island, I'd want either the 2892 or the Rolex 3135 powering my watch.

haakon59 · 12 August 2008, 10:13 AM

Omega is part of Swatch group, which actually owns ETA, so it is more difficult to distinguish "In house" movements than you might think at first glance. Omega is the only company using the co-axial escapement, so this part of the movement is exclusive and is designed to help the movement go longer before needing service. Omega does a fantastic job modifying it's movements for optimal performance, so an Omega is a great choice and great value for the money too.

Perdu · 13 August 2008, 11:32 AM

I think the ATs launched at Basel have Omega's new in house movement in them, but I've yet to see one and you're talking Rolex money. But like Chip says, the 2892-A2 is a fine movement. Omega add two extra jewels and make other changes (that I can't remember to list out) to the base movement.

Perdu · 13 August 2008, 11:35 AM

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Originally Posted by SLRdude

And the 2892 is one of the most reliable movements out there.
If I'd get stuck on a desert island, I'd want either the 2892 or the Rolex 3135 powering my watch.

That's handy cos those are the two movement I have.

Brushpup · 14 August 2008, 09:31 PM

Thank you for the very informative replies gentlemen. Rather dissapointing......in a way, but exactly what I wanted to know.

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Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 DATE-JUST41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,077	As Chip; said, it's a modified ETA. The Co-axial cal 2500 used in this model is a basic ETA 2892 where the lever pallet escapement and escape wheel are removed and a Co-Axial "module" is installed off to the side. So, theoretically you would get the ETA 2892 reliability with the Co-axial reduced friction escapement.. __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

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Perdu "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Gary Location: GMT-6 Watch: GMT Posts: 3,350	I think the ATs launched at Basel have Omega's new in house movement in them, but I've yet to see one and you're talking Rolex money. But like Chip says, the 2892-A2 is a fine movement. Omega add two extra jewels and make other changes (that I can't remember to list out) to the base movement. __________________ Omega Seamaster 300M GMT Noire Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra 8500 Benson 1937 Sterling Silver Hunter

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Brushpup "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Real Name: Patrick Location: Texas Watch: what I'm wearing Posts: 5,943	Thank you for the very informative replies gentlemen. Rather dissapointing......in a way, but exactly what I wanted to know. __________________ *TRFs "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Patron-Founding Member* PClub # 10 74,592 The safest place for your watch is on your wrist.

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haakon59 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Seattle Posts: 1,571	Omega is part of Swatch group, which actually owns ETA, so it is more difficult to distinguish "In house" movements than you might think at first glance. Omega is the only company using the co-axial escapement, so this part of the movement is exclusive and is designed to help the movement go longer before needing service. Omega does a fantastic job modifying it's movements for optimal performance, so an Omega is a great choice and great value for the money too.

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