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Follow up review of the stunning Aqua Terra GMT

 I originally intended to do a review of my some of my wife's beautiful Omega's but I decided to do a follow up of the AT GMT, with new pictures, as I think it would be more interesting to forum members. I've also received emails regarding my AT GMT (and my Hour Vision Annual Calendar too) and my impression is that lots of people want real world opinions about the watch from real owners without any BS. The watch is expensive and I can understand that people want to be sure. I can say that my watch has been performing beautifully, accurately and consistently. The complex movement is a joy to handle and adjust. The watch operates as it's supposed to, with the full 55hr power reserve and it starts up on my wrist when it's depleted.  There are no idiosyncracies to report. Like I said, the watch is superbly consistent in operation and acurate in time keeping. It's certainly performing better than the cal 2500 liquid metal seamaster that recently broke down and was reported over at watchuseek.  One thing I've noticed is that all cal 3603 owners just love their GMT watch and I'm no certainly different, despite owning other desirable watches. I think the main reason for this is that the design of the AT GMT is very complete and fully realised. It's undoubtedly a stunning and luxurious sports chronograph that sits very impressively on the wrist. Lol, it's a BBW, a big beautiful watch, that is! The point I'd like to emphasize is that because of the thorough completeness of the design, the impressive finishing and gorgeous movement, I can genuinely say there is no one thing that stands out about the watch. In fact EVERY aspect of the watch stands out and this is what omega magic is all about. The dial, bezel, case, column wheel movement, sapphire back, GMT function, butterfly clasp, screw in bracelet and overall finishing is nothing less than outstanding. I get a greater buzz and vibe wearing this watch than either my Daytona or Hour Vision Annual Calendar, both of which are genuinely great watches too. I wear the Daytona to keep up with my wife's incredible omega, the Hour Vision is for evening time and the AT GMT is what I wear for my own personal style and pleasure.

The outstanding characteristic of the dial is its playfulness, which neither a Daytona or Hour Vision has. As I previously said, the dial speaks of summer and the outdoors. Other than some ####### #####, there is nothing better to look at. Although there is a ton of detail on the dial I really admire the way Omega clearly layed out the dial. It really contributes much to the success of the watch.  The hands are especially handsome, and with the chrono function engaged, having a  total of seven hands turning is just wonderful!!! I think the bezel is the nicest of any diving watch in terms of appearance and design. Many diving watch bezels are too huge and overwhelm the watch.

This is what Omega Magic is all about! The clarity of the dial is superb given the all detail on the dial. I tell ya, I was very lucky to get these two great shots of the watch!

The case shows the real genius of Omega design because the lugs conceal the 44mm diameter of the watch. The watch is not bulky althought it is large. Perfect!!