Omega

Hands that have merged with the movement. The Freak of S F, 3rd place. The UN Freak was the first watch that really amazed me. Hands can be very functional, differ in shape and color. You cannot mix up hours and minutes with Subexplorer's Omega Ploprof. 2

. . . five years ago. And I contemplated buying it on the spot - the only hold-up was a lingering uncertainty over the possibility of a Railmaster in the near future. Which, of course, came to pass the following year. If I could do it all over again, mayb

The Ploprof evokes an instant emotion. Chunky and yet light and very easily wearable. The titanium combo of case, dial and bracelet is a complete package. To top it, Omega has added two extra bracelets of S and L sizes alongside the standard M size fitted

And it feels unbelievably light on the wrist. The solidity is to be experienced to be truly appreciated. The design is unique and will evoke an instant emotion; And it sits easy on the wrist!! Ploprof 1200m Titanium on Titanium Lume Shot

While examining various watches from marquee brands, I noticed that Omega produces some models such as the PloProf with titanium dials. The Ti dial, naturally in grey with a grainy finish; does look fabulous. I also noticed that the titanium cased watches

. . . watches - for the most part they feel out of place on my wrist. An exception would be a 910 Flightmaster. Another, odd as it may seem, would be a Ploprof. Maybe someday. 'Til then, it's vicarious thrills for me ;-) . . .

. . . and I'll bet it was as imposing as a Ploprof despite the size differential. The current Seamaster that could find a place in my collection is the AT annual calendar . . . [watch credit: Omega boutique / photo and wrist: Dr No, 2013] . . . although n

Best, Ploprof Lumi 😁

. . . when it was first introduced about eight years ago. In terms of size and appearance, it works, even on slender wrists like mine. Its aesthetic comfort can be chalked up to its asymmetric case and sloped bezel which 'break up' its profile. But when I

. . . was so amenable on my wrist . . . . . . that I almost made an impulse buy. The only factor that held me back was the prospect of an upcoming revised Rail. Sure enough, the 60th anniversary Rail was announced months after this photo was taken. At fir