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Tri-metal Seamaster
Here’s a short review of this unusual piece that pique my interest 3 years ago. I had made many calls to enquire about it, but the price was never right.
And then the moment came - I was searching for a brand new Blancpain FF Bathyscaphe in titanium but it went out of production. A casual chat with the AD brought up Omega, and I told her I regret not getting the trimetal Seamaster.
“We actually still have it…let me see what the best price is for you.” The price was finally right. My heart lept.
More hallmarks
“Titanium” engraved on the lugs
More engravings on the bracelet
Notice the “Tantalum” engraving on the side of the bezel.
Something about the fonts used for the words Titanium and Tantalum, remind me of a Genta font. I’m not a graphics designer, but I’m sure I’ve seen this font somewhere before.
The grade 2 titanium is rather dark in colour. It becomes darker when the watch is wet. It is a titanium watch, with touches of Sedna Gold and Tantalum, with muted earthy tones. The tantalum looks purplish blue occasionally.
Other than wearing it on the bracelet, a black strap or grey strap will work. I don’t think other colours will be good matches. There is a grey leather strap and titanium buckle which can be ordered for this from Omega. I opted for 2 additional rubber straps (short and long). The short strap is comfy for daily use, but will not wrap around a thick wetsuit, and therefore a long strap should be used.
It’s quite light, significantly lighter than a 41mm blackbay. This confers much comfort for swimming. It is hardly noticeable when swimming freestyle. A 42mm piece, it wears smaller than it’s published size, perhaps due to the relatively moderate thickness. It is balanced on the bracelet and not top-heavy.
The lume is thick and generous. The minute hand glows in a green hue. The lume is very bright.
On the box, writes 25th Anniversary. It is a limited series of 2500 pieces. This piece did not sell well. It has been 3 years since release, and I have not noticed any other forum member with this (I searched the forum admittedly). I believe it is still readily available.
Thanks for reading. Have a great Sunday.
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Tri-metal Seamaster
Here’s a short review of this unusual piece that pique my interest 3 years ago. I had made many calls to enquire about it, but the price was never right. And then the moment came - I was searching for a brand new Blancpain FF Bathyscaphe in titanium but i...
That’s an amazing watch, through and through.
These new seamaster offerings are amazing. I’m eyeing one that is nicknamed the dark side of the sea, but your version has the perfect mix of luxury and robustness 👌🏿 Thanks for sharing Hussam
Beautiful version
First of all, thank you for the detailed review. Great insights into the watch, your wearing experience. super reading - thanks for that. I like this version, the grey-Sedna-tantalum combo. It reminds me a little of the AP RO QE version. Also the textured...
Yes Jerome
I will post more pics. Was just cutting grass today with the lawnmower and was wearing it. Yes I agree with you. This piece is surprisingly undocumented although it presents value-for-money compared to similar priced pieces. As you can see my fingers are ...
NO DATE?
Was looking at your picture in greater details : is that the only SMP with NO DATE? That would make it very special indeed😀
;)
Do u like the Nekton edition? Solid caseback, no date. Sandblasted titanium bezel. Stealth piece it may be.
Another piece haunts me, lemme show u
Sandblasted titanium bezel, solid caseback, no date. This is a purist’s seamaster. Credit: Horbiter ...
I believe this piece will haunt me
When i first saw it, my mind thought “just another special edition”. But i found myself lurking in the forums and blogs looking for more info. It isn’t just another special edition, now I know why - it has the characteristic “to simplify and make symmetri...
=( no more funds
I’m waiting for the new Blancpain fifty fathoms. Rumour from AD of a new titanium version coming soon in 2 months. But even then, I may not be able to afford it. If I can sell off my Grand Seiko, ok, I can take the Nekton. But the Grand Seiko is not as in...
I’ll try to dig
Maybe they will reveal more. All I heard is: smaller size and high grade titanium.
Yes indeed.
Very little tantalum on it. It is only on base of bezel, and the centrelinks of the bracelet. Would wish they made the dial with tantalum.=D
Tru
It is a common Seamaster. Nothing wrong with that. I seen the peace on the Omega website. Yes, the popularity is some under the radar. I could go for it, it is timeless in many ways. The main reason for me to not run to the Omega boutique about your Seama...
Ah the AQ Worldtimer
Looks stunning. I have thought about it from time to time, and also the JLC Geophysic True Seconds Worldtimer. If wishes were fishes, I’d take both.
Lets pray the economy picks up
And to be safe and well in these hard times. Maybe Montblanc. They make good pieces. I almost took the bronze heritage piece, if not for lack of seconds hand. But I think of it sometimes.
Genuine straps are the best
(Except for Tag Heuer strap I had for my Night Lume…very poor quality rubber. Super stiff and causes abrasion) Here I swam for 30 minutes with this. I reckon it won’t cause abrasions. ...
Perfect strap
I have the same strap, and it wear perfect. All my watches have straps that wear good. The Omega strap is the best in my collection.
I called the boutique yesterday . . .
. . . to inquire the list price. And planning on visiting this Friday for some hands-on experience. If it comes to pass, Cookies, I'm blaming you.
Hehe, hope you will enjoy it too
Out of the 10 watches I have…this piece sticks to my skin like glue. It refused to leave my wrist. It is a seamaster like no other - fusion, odd, refined and tough at the same time. It is James Bond-esque with a touch of “conflict metal” tantalum.
She's a looker for sure! I have contemplated the very piece.
There is also a more recent version, a chronograph I think, released with the same combination of materials. Now, how about an all tantalum model? That would be tops!
Yes an all tantalum model!
That will be impressive. The chronograph version is quite large, but I really like the mechanism, and the function to use the chronograph pushers underwater. I was just changing straps for this piece a moment ago. It looks much better on the bracelet. ...
I'm attracted to your model and the chrono version
Both with a different character, and the chrono quite large as you say. Just curious, have you seen that version live?
Never seen it in the metal
I only watched the videos on youtube many times. I thought of getting that piece instead, at some moments in time, but the size and thickness made me think again. The chrono model has the same box, without the Seamaster 25th anniversary text on the box. T...
