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Old 25 March 2014, 11:14 PM   #91
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Well, at least there are very few lines of text on the dial.

amen.

looks like two lines on top and on bottom. nice balance.
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Old 25 March 2014, 11:51 PM   #92
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Omega just released another teaser on Instagram:

I was hoping that it wouldn't have the modern arrow hand, silly me!!
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Old 25 March 2014, 11:59 PM   #93
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I was hoping that it wouldn't have the modern arrow hand, silly me!!
Yeah; that does look out of place. Especially with the Speedy style second hand.
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Old 26 March 2014, 12:23 AM   #94
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I was hoping that it wouldn't have the modern arrow hand, silly me!!

Dammit Omega, must you always ruin it...
It's only saving grace for me is if the other hand(minute) is also arrow shaped which I doubt. Sorry, tribute or not, but one arrow shaped hand looks retarded or oddball.
Oh well. Guess the 114060 it is.
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Old 26 March 2014, 01:48 AM   #95
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the arrow hand is original to the version so why do you guys think it is modern or wrong?
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Old 26 March 2014, 02:02 AM   #96
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the arrow hand is original to the version so why do you guys think it is modern or wrong?
They've also offered sword hands on other "iconic" dive watches. I would have preferred they us that watch as inspiration. With that said, I don't mind the arrow hands - it's nice when Omega is purely Omega.
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Old 26 March 2014, 02:03 AM   #97
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Oh well. Guess the 114060 it is.
Even if this watch was everything that you wanted it to be, it still wouldn't compare to a 114060.
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Old 26 March 2014, 02:12 AM   #98
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They've also offered sword hands on other "iconic" dive watches. I would have preferred they us that watch as inspiration. With that said, I don't mind the arrow hands - it's nice when Omega is purely Omega.
I would also have preferred if this new one was inspired by the Seamster 300 with arrow hands. Anyways, I think this launch is looking quite nice overall (in the stainless version).
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Old 26 March 2014, 02:36 AM   #99
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the arrow hand is original to the version so why do you guys think it is modern or wrong?


that's a pretty compelling argument.....



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Old 26 March 2014, 02:49 AM   #100
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Even if this watch was everything that you wanted it to be, it still wouldn't compare to a 114060.
It's true. The lugs would be nowhere near as bulbous. <fatpersonicon>
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Old 26 March 2014, 02:53 AM   #101
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that's a pretty compelling argument.....



Once upon a time the Speedmaster used broad arrow hands as well



I like the hands, the fake patina is the deal breaker for me. So uninspiring.

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It's true. The lugs would be nowhere near as bulbous. <fatpersonicon>
Have to agree, can't warm up to the case
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Old 26 March 2014, 02:54 AM   #102
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It's true. The lugs would be nowhere near as bulbous. <fatpersonicon>
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Old 26 March 2014, 02:56 AM   #103
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It's true. The lugs would be nowhere near as bulbous. <fatpersonicon>
You say fat. I say there's just a little more to love.
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Old 26 March 2014, 03:00 AM   #104
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Have to agree, can't warm up to the case
I like Omega well enough, though I have some issues with the company and their US service network, but I guess I'm a "Rolex > Omega" guy at heart. Even so, I still can't bring myself to purchase any modern Rolex diver.

When it comes to modern divers, I think Omega is making Rolex look positively uninspired in comparison (fake lume and all). The only thing holding me back from buying a Ti PO is the clasp - if the clasp on this new watch filters to the other divers I'm sold.

On edit: I don't consider the otherwise cool DSSD since it's far too large for my wrist.
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Old 26 March 2014, 03:53 AM   #105
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Omega is putting Liquid Metal on there only to motivate a higher price point, possibly on par with Rolex 114060, which is what these days, $7,500. This one will be at least $6,500, maybe a bit more.

Finally Omega is getting in the game with adjustable clasp. The problem is that they need to retrofit it to all current sport models because the cal 85xx and 93xx sport watches are in need of adjustable clasps badly.

Oh well, the jury is out, I do think this is a watch that will stand on its own. Let's just hope it is 42mm or less.
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Old 26 March 2014, 04:06 AM   #106
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Let's just hope it is 42mm or less.
Don't forget the thickness. The world doesn't need another 16mm thick diver
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Old 26 March 2014, 04:37 AM   #107
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This one will be at least $6,500, maybe a bit more.

I'm thinking more than a bit more now. Probably will creep into the $8K range
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Old 26 March 2014, 04:40 AM   #108
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^^^ See through case back
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Old 26 March 2014, 04:40 AM   #109
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There it is. 15 gauss. I'm leaning $8k+
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I'm thinking more than a bit more now. Probably will creep into the $8K range
Wow, this one may not be everyone's cup of tea, but they aren't playing around when it comes to features included in the new watch. Very curious to see the complete product.
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Old 26 March 2014, 04:43 AM   #111
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Wow, this one may not be everyone's cup of tea, but they aren't playing around when it comes to features included in the new watch. Very curious to see the complete product.
I was thinking the same thing.

If Omega has a patent or copyright on it, it's going into this watch.

If they keep it under $8K and it has a date (it doesn't look like it does but they could have a separate model) I might have to rethink my plans on getting an Aqua Terra with the 8508 movement and switch to this instead.

Of course, that's assuming it comes in at a reasonable size.
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I like that it will have an anti-magnetic movement. I do not like the clear case back. Not for a dive watch, anyway.
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Old 26 March 2014, 04:47 AM   #113
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I like that it will have an anti-magnetic movement. I do not like the clear case back. Not for a dive watch, anyway.
I was hoping they'd skip the clear back and use that change to drop the thickness to the absolute minimum.
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Old 26 March 2014, 04:51 AM   #114
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^^^ See through case back
Such a fail.

I had a few worries when I first saw the teaser. To quote myself from another thread "there are many many ways for Omega to screw this up: XL size, saphire back, 18 mm thick, fake patina".

Two out of four so far we shall see how big and thick it will be...
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I was hoping they'd skip the clear back and use that change to drop the thickness to the absolute minimum.
I think we were all dreaming when the idea of a thin watch with a manual wind movement was tossed around. At first, I thought it could have been a possibility given the vintage look and no date, but as more photos are released, I can see where this is going. Ugh, I have a headache.
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Old 26 March 2014, 04:55 AM   #116
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I think we were all dreaming when the idea of a thin watch with a manual wind movement was tossed around. At first, I thought it could have been a possibility given the vintage look and no date, but as more photos are released, I can see where this is going. Ugh, I have a headache.
Without the fake lume, it would be a nice alternative to the current PO but I was hoping for more.
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Old 26 March 2014, 05:33 AM   #117
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I was hoping they'd skip the clear back and use that change to drop the thickness to the absolute minimum.
Amen! I went shopping for a new PO but can't get past how thick the new ones are. The 42mm version is a hockey puck. I really wanted this to be something sleek - with dimensions closer to the old 2500 PO - but I don't think it's going to happen.

Not to mention the prices of new Omegas has just gone crazy. Well, at MSRP anyway.
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Well, their CEO said that all new movements would have anti-magnetic functionality, which really doesn't add much to the complexity or price in manufacturing but Swatch Group will, in their own mind, be able to raise the MSRP. It is all part of a strategy to try to elevate margins to a Rolex level.

The display back is just stupid marketing-schmarketing because a) these movements aren't much to look at, and b) it adds to the thickness of the watch.

I was hoping Omega would come to their senses and skip that on a re-issue model, but not joy.

I was very glad to see the lack of date function as it possibly would make the case less thick, but then they go and use the display-back.

Price will more than likely be north of $7,250 MSRP, ergo Rolex 114060 territory, and I'm sure some MBA-executives will get an extra bonus for finally achieving price-parity with Rolex, which has been a 3-5 project for Omega/Swatch Group.
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Not to mention the prices of new Omegas has just gone crazy. Well, at MSRP anyway.
At least discounts are still available. Just wait until Omega manages to ape the Rolex "no discounts" policy. It's going to be a sad sad day when you have to pay $8,600 for a Ti PO!
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Omega is putting Liquid Metal on there only to motivate a higher price point, possibly on par with Rolex 114060, which is what these days, $7,500. This one will be at least $6,500, maybe a bit more.

Finally Omega is getting in the game with adjustable clasp. The problem is that they need to retrofit it to all current sport models because the cal 85xx and 93xx sport watches are in need of adjustable clasps badly.

Oh well, the jury is out, I do think this is a watch that will stand on its own. Let's just hope it is 42mm or less.
yep, I wear my SMPc on rubber or NATO instead of the fine bracelet because of the lack of micro adjustment. I think I eventually have buy an additional half link just for a better bracelet fitment :(
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