Seriously Considering PO43.5

[Sandpit]

I popped into a local Omega boutique a few days ago to try the 43.5mm Planet Ocean out. I was convinced the size would be too big as I generally wear 40 - 42mm. The AT I have (on leather) is 41.5mm and probably at the limit but I was really surprised that the PO doesn’t seem to wear anything like as big as the size would suggest. Even on my small 6.75 inch flat wrist.

Seriously considering one now and forgetting about a Sub Date. To me it seems like 90% of the watch for 60% of the cost (when obtained at a good discount). Love the coax movement and sapphire caseback. Plus an adjustable clasp a la Submariner.

Does anyone else use a PO for daily office wear?

[Neek]

Today is my first day in the office with my new titanium PO GMT. It’s very wearable although the titanium makes it much more manageable as far as the weight.

If your office dress requires dress shirts do not consider the 43.5 PO

[timenoguy11235]

I just recently purchased this watch. So far I love it. It feels so solid and is finished perfectly for daily wear. For example, I have a Rolex Exp II and have a ton of scratches on the side of the clasp where it’s finished with a high polish. The PO on the other hand is brushed in this area which will hopefully look better, longer.

I wear it with long sleeves without an issue BUT if you have sleeves with fairly tight cuffs, it might be an issue for you. Best advice, as always, is to test it before you buy it (ie, go to an AD wearing a shirt you’d commonly wear to work and see if it fits).

The other advantage (for me at least): the Rolex cyclops is such an obvious “tell” that you’re wearing an expensive watch. I think the PO flies a little more under the radar which might be an advantage. It is for me when I deal with clients and don’t want the “we must be paying you too much if you can afford a Rolex” comments.

[stockjock1975]

I have the 42mm PO in titanium and love it! I wear it in everything from jeans/tshirt to a suit and tie. Fits in everywhere! Honestly, a MUCH better piece than a Rolex.




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[stratlanta]

I had the GMT version with the white/black bezel on at an AD recently and was very, very tempted. Very....

[Wobbly]

I've just sold my PO 43.5. I found it too bulky and with the bracelet, too heavy on my wrist, but loved the easy adjustment. It was more comfortable on the rubber strap with deployment clasp.
Beautifully made watch, but I didn't find it special to wear, so it wasn't getting worn much.

[City74]

I have been lusting after the 39.5mm version. Found a steal on a black one but I want blue. So is my luck. It’s a great watch tho

[GRIDER4821]

PO 8500XL all day every day

[WJGESQ]

POs are like subs, but better. Have both. I know.

[DonBateman]

I tried on the deep black this weekend. Remarkably comfortable and fits much smaller then 45.5. My next purchase. I looked at subs too and the deep black just looks better imo. It’s more then a sub as well.