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Unfortunately, celebrity endorsements work...
...enough buy because they want to emulate their favorite movie star or sports figure. The irony is that so few of the endorsers were ever interested in the watch (or even watches in general) before the dollars and free watches were waved in front of their faces.
Baselword 2012 - Official PuristSPro Report: Omega
Omega is an interesting brand on many accounts: rich in watchmaking history and significance, relatively affordable, and in competition with other significant players like Rolex or Breitling. This all makes for a fascinating mix of influences, stakes, and...
Another excellent report guys...for me the Apollo commerative Speedy
.....Piece that speaks to me. Though artificial patina, it's still looks super cool, and one of a kind. I guess Speedy collectors would find it appealing from the word GO. Overall, I agree with Magnus conclusion...that it looks like someone took apart rol...
"Apollo commerative Speedy"
I can imagine that watch in your eclectic collection Cheers, Oliver
Thanks Oliver and Magnus. I am especially liking
the Deville chronograph. The new indices/hands quality are notable, I'm surprised at how well done they are on the Constellation. - SJX
Great report!
Thanks for a great report, not only solid watchmaking from Omega's side but a very, very solid report from you guys! And a pleasure to read. The Coaxial movements are beautiful and technically interesting. Stefan
The Flightmaster and the X33 had a bastard stepchild...
Was really looking forward to a real Flightmaster update, not this hybrid. Looks pretty, but I'd rather own the originals (I own a Flightmaster 911), as each serves a different audience. This message has been edited by mrsnak on 2012-04-09 18:05:43
It was great to see your photos to see how they did this...
...Thanks so much for the report! The vintage Flightmasters are great values for what they are.
Thank you, that was fun
The tribute Speedy is very understated and seems like a keeper in a collection. I can't really say I like anything else... Omega has two problems for me. One has nothing to do with watchmaking: it's their off-putting celebrity driven advertisements, which...
Unfortunately, celebrity endorsements work...
...enough buy because they want to emulate their favorite movie star or sports figure. The irony is that so few of the endorsers were ever interested in the watch (or even watches in general) before the dollars and free watches were waved in front of thei...
Very many thanks for this presentation........
It's not often I get to see the whole range (more or less) but it only serves to remind me of why I like vintage Omegas. Most modern watches look the same these days and from a distance of a few feet it is almost impossible to tell whether someone is wear...
Thanks for the report and photos
Hi A big thanks for the report and the photos.... Some very interesting items from Bienne !! i think my favorite is the 62 Speedy !! Looking forward to seeing them in the metal. Good Hunting Bill Sohne
Spacemaster Z-33 time to break out the magnifying glass
OK as implied in this excellent review I can't help thinking the design team at Omega couldn't make up there mind on the name for the Z-33. Even in the photos in this post there are several contradictory features. The rubber strap has Speedmaster written ...
I understand what you are saying completely. And this would not be the first time...
...we see Omega using two names in succession. Try "Seamaster Aqua Terra Railmaster" for an example. I'm not sure if the vintage "Seamaster De Ville" falls in this category also but probably not. As for conflicting or incorrect details in promotional pics...
Yes, they are quite famous for their Photoshop editions...
...that seem to slip out regularly. I know exactly how this can happen, having been in the same situation a couple times releasing what I thought was a final image to a client and then have it be a mislabeled working image. Given the high dollar marketing...
One always needs a few pairs of eyes...
..on a project before it gets released. Errors will always occur and just as with proofreading for publication, you can give the same document to several trained readers and each will catch something the other didn't. The person that actually created it i...
For some reasons I missed this amazing and eye-opening thread earlier.
Now I am going through it again and again, albeit two weeks late, with much pleasure. Amazing close-up of the watches. Lucky for me there is no piece from Omega this year that is a homerun for me otherwise these pics will be absolutely haunting. Belated t...
By Art - Here's a few more images of 2012 Omegas . . .
. . . taken recently in Los Angeles at the Omega boutique. I'm taken by the decision to bring co-axial escapement technology to the gamut of Omega's offerings, including diminutive women's models . . . . . . like this 27 mm Constellation in red gold with ...
Tried on the new bond....
As well as the London Olympics edition yesterday. I do like the back on the bond. It's an iconic element that works
Hey Bill, you found our watch :)
Very interesting looking rotor bearing that resembles a cartridge case and primer. The rifling pattern on the caseback adds a nice touch. Cool! Thanks Bill LOL. Regards, ED-209