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Subexplorer · 2023-08-05T16:11:54Z

Explore the Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean Ultra Deep in titanium. Subexplorer reviews its Manta Lugs, 600-bar rating, and Master Chronometer movement.

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Subexplorer's acquisition of the Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean Ultra Deep in titanium offers a fascinating look into the challenges and triumphs of international watch collecting. His detailed initial impressions, coupled with stunning photography, provide an invaluable first-hand account of this significant timepiece. This article synthesizes community insights, exploring the watch's unique design features and its place in modern horology.

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Hello friends!

After a long long wait it finally arrived to my wrist: the titanium variant of the Ultra Deep was ordered just a few days after its announcement last year.

But… due to the strict government import restrictions in my Country (which is going through a deep economic crisis as it is well known) being watches considered luxury merchandise it was not easy to bring novelties to local watch brands.

Well, fortunately the watch is here and I’m enjoying it so much this weekend.

The watch is beautifully finished and really huge! And being made with titanium is a blessing because the weight is not a problem with it at 123 grams.

Size is really Big. Impossible to hide it under a sleeve due to its 45,5 mm case which is 18 mm thick sans straps.

Thickness is enhanced by its Nato style strap provided. I will try with a single pass strap next week which I feel will reduce height a few millimeters.

With a depth rating of 600 bars (no helium valve!) and its Master Chronometer certification it’s a demonstration of Omega technology and design.

Not a watch for me for every day wearing due to its size but I wished to own it as a milestone example in my diving watches collection and a timepiece which I expect to enjoy in my vacations by the sea.

Have a nice weekend!

Abel

Key Points from the Discussion

The titanium Ultra Deep's 'Manta Lugs' are a distinctive feature, designed to accommodate only NATO or single-pass straps, preventing loss in critical situations, similar to fixed bars on military watches. This design choice sets it apart from the stainless steel version, which uses standard lugs.
The Manta Lugs, while enhancing the tool watch aesthetic, restrict strap options, making bracelets and two-piece straps incompatible. However, a single-pass NATO strap can reduce the watch's perceived thickness by approximately 2mm compared to the original NATO.
The absence of a helium escape valve in the Ultra Deep, combined with its 600-bar depth rating and Master Chronometer certification, highlights Omega's advanced technical prowess, making it a compelling alternative to other extreme dive watches like the Rolex Deepsea Sea-Dweller.
Modern scuba diving relies heavily on dive computers for safety and efficient air management, a significant evolution from the basic equipment and dive tables used in the mid-1960s.
Despite its substantial 45.5mm diameter and 18mm thickness, the titanium construction keeps the Ultra Deep's weight manageable at 123 grams, making it surprisingly wearable for its size.
The Ultra Deep, particularly the titanium variant, is considered a 'milestone piece' in dive watch collections due to its extreme specifications and innovative design, appealing to collectors even with smaller wrists.

The Discussion

S F

Aug 5, 2023

Literally HUGE congrats...

for this new incoming dear Abel! Don't hide it under the sleeve, it is meant to be seen! Enjoy!

Subexplorer

Aug 5, 2023

Thank you so much dear friend for your kind greetings. Agree with you that it is meant to be seen... by me! Lol! But most of times I need to have my watches out of sights by...

... security reasons. Of course it is so nice to be free to view our watches on our wrists but it is a pleasure which I can´t give myself in my place regrettably. Thank you again for your kind words! Best cordial regards, Abel

jlux

Aug 5, 2023

What a cool watch!

I was able to try the steel version a few months ago and despite the size and my modest 17cm wrist it was wearing fine. Definitely HUGE congratulations!!

Subexplorer

Aug 5, 2023

Thank you so much jlux for your kind comments and greetings. I have your same wrist size and though I feel more comfortable with 40/42 mm watches I like to wear my big Panerai so much.

Interesting to know your feelings when trying the steel version on your own wrist. Anyway, my main problem is with wearing watches with Nato style straps as they look so thick around the sides of any watch. I´m presently wearing this watch with a single pass Nato and it looks much better. It reduces about two milimeters of thickness of the original straps and it doesn´t stand out at the watch sides. Regretably the "manta ray" lugs of this watch don´t admit any other straps than traditional Nato

MichaelC

Aug 5, 2023

There is something so appealing about these monstrous watches

This massive instrument looks great on you!! A fine pick up for your collection. Congratulations!

Subexplorer

Aug 5, 2023

Hello Michael! Thank you so much for your kind comments on the watch and how it looks on my wrist. Agree with you that big "monstrous" watches have an special appealing.

I was anxiously waiting for it and I´m happy that it finally arrived. Receive my best cordial regards. Abel

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