Seamaster Planet Ocean.. 8500 vs the 8900..Which would you choose?
My favorite watch in my small collection is the PO 8500, I also prefer it over the newer versions as i like the deep black dial and the matte black bezel. The master chronometer in the newer versions though is tempting! The 8900 in the photo is my good fr...
Nice post!
I didnt like the PO for a very long time, but since 7 month or so, i truly am in love. Your older version has more Bond feeling imo, which is a very good thing. The PO appeared very fast after its initial realease in the movies and this brings back some g...
I have a PO, and I'm not the only one.
But I don't know how common they are in western Europe in comparison to other parts of the world. ...
I still think it is underrated in the US market as the only people I have seen with one in person is my boss and the manager at the local boutique!
This is one of the reasons I like it so much as I don't see anyone else with one on!! The 8500 definitely has a strong Bond or Tool watch feel that I truly enjoy everytime I put it on! Also very few members here show them... I also have a newer Aqua Terra...
Definitely the 8500 ...
For all the reasons that you stated., especially the bezel and dial.
Thanks Yacomino..
I do have the best of both worlds as my Aqua Terra has the 8900 movement! -D-
I have the same 93/9900 conundrum....
My best friend has the 9900 with the orange bezel I have the 9300 with the black. I would be ok with the orange if there was no other option but prefer the black unless we are talking flashy orange rubber strap in full sport mode. I wear it on my boat as ...
The 8900 movement is exactly why I had to have the newer Aqua Terra, which I love but the PO still gets more wrist time..
Also great in the water photo above, thanks for sharing! -D-