Dr No
[Moderator Omega - Wristscan]
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Charlie made me do it! . . .
. . . drove the better part of two hours to the Omega boutique to photograph . . .
. . . the new black lacquer Aqua Terras. Unfortunately the images didn't turn out as well as hoped for; I'll have to make a return trip for a second try.
I tried the compact version on and immediately taken. The flanks of the case are polished, unlike most other Aqua Terras; my preference is for at least some case brushing, but I guess the lacquer dial steered the design team towards a fully polished case. The watch comes off as a touch dressier than the average AT, but I could live with that.
Thanks to Raymond and his team at the boutique for helping out with photography and their hospitality.
Impressed,
Art
Charlie made me do it! . . .
. . . drove the better part of two hours to the Omega boutique to photograph . . . . . . the new black lacquer Aqua Terras. Unfortunately the images didn't turn out as well as hoped for; I'll have to make a return trip for a second try. I tried the compac...
You're a mind reader, Echi! . . .
. . . yup, a matte black cayman or gator would be just the ticket. ETA: March '25, after my credit card gets zeroed out from paying off Stones tickets.
If Omega doesn't release either a manual Rail or Ranchero next year . . .
. . . then chances are looking good. I like it a lot. ;-)
Looks very nice, with this laquared dial.
My only criticism are the polished parts of the bracelet. An all brushed one would have been my choice, but this detail is not a major issue. A character watch! 👍
The whole case is polished, Count, so a fully brushed bracelet would be . . .
. . . a bit much in my estimation. Frankly, I wish Omega had gone for brushed case flanks, but can understand why they opted for a fully polished case.
Back in Black ! …
I think this is another winner from Omega especially the 38mm version. Well done Art and thank you for posting your photo.
It wears a bit more formally than ideal . . .
. . . but that wouldn't preclude acquisition on my part. And who knows, maybe Omega will tamp down its appearance with an optional matte finish.
Can't disagree, Clive. List price is $6600 . . .
. . . for all three versions. Reasonable ask, in my opinion . . . my hunch is it will be a sales success. Art
Well, I am glad your two hour drive wasn't a total waste...😉
That is a good looking semi formal watch...👍
Since the boutique is a mile away from The Rainbow Bar and Grill . . .
. . . I killed two birds with one stone on yesterday's trip. Sabino just returned to kitchen duties a few weeks ago . . . having his halibut preparation for Tuesday supper was as much reason to make the drive as the AT. ;-) ...
Always a pleasure to share candid images of the latest . . .
. . . with our forum! Art
The value play of Omegas are really hard to beat…
At almost half off the closest competitors…I just cannot ignore that. Wearing these yesterday and today. ...
Do you have an AT in your collection, CC? . . .
. . . if not, there's a hole to fill . . .
