They just needed to brush the case, to match the outer links of the bracelet and either really work their micro adjustment or take the clasp from the speedmaster and they got a banger with little to no downsides they are always close to deliver a banger, but they don’t Still a beautiful piece
I dont really have any issues with quick adjustments etc... but the one thing that always stood out is the thickness of these watches compared to its competitors...and also... lack of bracelet tapering... looks lumbering
The thickness is unfortunately inherent to the co-axial movement choice but I agree that it's something to improve upon, especially given there are 600m dive watches that are not too thick out there (say Ming 37.09).
@@XiaoqiuQIUthe very first few iterations of the early 2500 series which hybridized eta based ebauches were quite reasonable in terms of thickness. It then gained some weight when they made it an "in house" design.
@@WatchYourFront_ Do you know how soon it will be available in the States? I'm currently out of pocket where's there's no AD here and Omega's website is claiming to notify me via email as soon as they are available. I also agree, obviously, Omega wants more of my money. I just bought a Summer Blue Worldtimer 6-7months ago and now this drops.
The problem with that. Imagine a fully polished watch case, with a brushed bracelet. That would be like oil and water, they won't mix. They'd likely need to redo the mix of brushed/polished surfaces on the case, or like an OP, keep most of the case and bracelet brushed.
I have no issues with the all-round polish; I already have a Seamaster 300M and I want this as my dressier watch. And since I won't be wearing it every day, I'll go with the quick-set date of the 38 mm, even though my wrist could pull off the 41 mm as well. I'm more bothered by the dial color; it looks gorgeous but feels hard to match with attire for me. A true blue (not greeninsh) would be great. Right now, I'm leaning towards the Shades in Sandstone. I do want a microadjust, but this one would make practically no difference...
Interesting. I would go with the quick set date aswell. Even if I travel a few times, I don't see myself bringing any luxury watch overseas. Black is the easiest to match with any outfit no?
I love the high polish all around tbh. You do make good points regarding the increased risk for scratches being apparent, but it would look strange if it had a brushed finish imo. It looks more dressy, but I think it elevates the look overall. I also think the micro-adjust feels like an afterthought, but happy they still incorporated one with a butterfly clasp (as it is not seen often from my experience). Thanks for uploading this vid and for the review! Really can appreciate the stunning dial with this vid
@@drchung474 thanks for the comment. The glossy dial definitely screams dress watch. But the minute markers with numerals makes it more sporty so idk. I recently tried on the 38mm and it wears perfect on my wrist. I might upload another video on it.
It's nice to see Omega going back to something like the original 2500 series Aqua Terras. The black laquer dial on those were stunning. And the great thing was it was thinner and had an all brushed bracelet.
Gotcha. But correct me if I'm wrong, is the Chronomat GMT meant as a dress watch or sports watch or both? The issue with this AT is it's DNA has always been that it is watch to wear for any occassion. But when Omega polishes everything on the watch, it gors against that DNA.
@@Grimages sure no worries 😂. It's a standard band with a twist at the centre. Kinda like Omega's lyre style lugs. The twist section is brushed while the rest of the band is polished. I'll post it on my IG story later today if ure interested.
It is beautiful. I have the older one in blue with the 8500 caliber, and this spring I purchased a black dial DJ41 on jubilee with fluted bezel, which is absolutely amazing, still, when this new AT was released I felt a bit of sadness of pullong the trigger for the Rollie. Anyway, this watch is class. Bravo!
Everything about the 38mm is perfection, except the fully polished case , it takes away from the beauty of the twisted lugs plus its a scratch magnet . Why can’t we get something perfect? Omega would’ve definitely read the comments and criticism about it , i think they will definitely change it in a year or 2
You seem to be totally into the Omega trip. The Aqua Terra 41mm is too big for me too. 38mm is definitely better. I think Parmirgiani or Chopard would also be an alternative as a 3-hand watch for you. I would have liked to see a picture with the Apollo 8 on your arm. Is the Apollo 8 still on your mind?
The micro adjustment is disappointing just like the Moonwatch micro adjustment. It’s only 2.7mm which is no where near enough for me as my wrist swells up. I had to sell it in the end as I couldn’t get a good fit.
This is now my favourite watch channel on TH-cam , such great content and done superbly, well done sir and I got my favourite watch at amzwatch， it hasn’t left my wrist for weeks
@WatchYourFront_ I read from a thread that rhodium is more expensive than gold and does not cheapen it in the process. Other brands like Zenith, JLC, have rhodium plated makers & hands, but they are made of either steel or other metal. I am not sure which is better, but anyway I enjoyed your review. Cheers.
I still prefer the 41 in the black teak pattern. Very nice dial but too much polish on the case. And very poorly designed micro adjust. Thanks for the video.
This should be an everyday gada but it has the chubby proportions of a sport watch thanks, I think, to the co-axial movement mixed with the blingy over polished case of a dress watch. It's very subjective and I hope Omega succeed with the watch because there's a lot to like but it's too chunky and too blingy for me.
This micro adjustment isn't bad, obviously better than nothing. VC Overseas is 3x the price of this, as well. Also, the new IWC Ingenieur is 2x this price with no micro adjustment at all and the Rolex OP's 5mm is just too much.
Gorgeous watch. There's too much polishing going on for my taste. It's now way too blingy to be an everyday, active lifestyle watch. In your case, I would go with the 38mm, unless you need the quick hour adjust. The 41mm looks a little too large on your wrist. The size your wife chose to demonstrate looked good on her. Maybe it's time for her to get a new watch? 😉
It's sooo flashy especially paired with the black lacquer dial thats glossy. Yep waiting to get the msg for the 38mm! She was definitely getting compliments with how it looks on her wrist. But I'm not gonna push it, as long as I get mine it's fine 😆
Wait! Are you telling me there isn't a single detail of brushing? Guess what, I had an argument a few days ago with someone that when you study horology history, you will start to see patterns. The speedmaster calibre eventually had plastic parts, swatch system 51 calibres have made their way into Tissot, movement finishing has become more industrial and more recently, i was very suspicious with the new bracelet on the speedmaster, it seemed easier to manufacture and now, all polished aqua terra seems like cost cutting, this is a scandal in my opinion
In terms of costing a finish. I'd say keeping it brushed/polished isn't definitively a cost cutting measures. In the world of independents and watches beyond rolex, anglage finishing is usually a sign of the "cost of a finish". For example, a Gruebel Forsey often has anglage finishes on parts that are covered up or unseen... a FP Journe meanwhile would only have such finishes on the parts that could be seen. On the matter of plastics, Silicon is now everywhere, so I wouldn't know any better but... the move by Tissot is certainly one to leverage more margins. However, watches in Tissot price range are the ones that is losing the most market share due to smart watches.... so... one could see with dwindling volume, you'd need to make it up in margins... via cost cutting. On the decision by Omega... there's been more than one time that the mgmt made questionable decisions. I'd put this watch as one of those rather than cutting costs. Swatch is already doing that cost cutting part by centralizing and industrializing parts manufacturing and reducing Bienne to almost like an "assembler" rather than a watchmaker
@@WatchYourFront_ Yep! My theory is that Omega said to themselves, why don't we polish the case and release something different while we save costs; To be honest, Omega looked after themselves here and the funny part is that they will suffer it because like most Omega watches, they will end up in the grey market. I understand watch brands have to find clever ways to make money but this is very low from Omega.
@@Joe-xo3xy Bro, the amount of money they may save on using all polish is negligible. They are polishing the watch because a polished watch is more shiny and they think it will sell better. Most watch buyers are not watch enthusiasts, they just see something that's shiny and that looks expensive and they buy it. Personally, I think lots of high polish goes well with the black lacquer dial, but I do agree they should have incorporated some brushing to make it look a bit more sophisticated.
@@chrisbaker7760 Hello there, fair comment but I may argue that these brands or companies in general will save where ever. However, your idea may be true but also, amy be they wanted to go back to old seamaster jumbo cases, they were polished, weren't they? Anyways, the aqua terra line to me is a nostalgia of a few model lines such as the rail master and vintage seamasters,
You mention about going diving and so many other activities referencing the polished sides of this watch. Let's just be honest, no one does these things with this type of a watch. A Rolex submariner is meant to be a tool watch. People don't use watches like that for the things or activities you have suggested. So for me it's not an issue. It is a one watch collection piece. That you can dress up or dress down. For the majority of us, dress down is shorts and a t-shirt hanging out with our friends and not doing crazy adventurous stuff. For that, get yourself a G-Shock. The same way you have different outfits for different events, you can have two or three watches for different activities.
@@vvvhhhhhbb it goes against the DNA of this watch of being an all rounder. Aqua = Water, Terra = Land. What people do with their watches is none of my business. But I have abit of an issue if brands go against the purpose of said watch. If a company sells a dive watch but only has 10m of water resistant would you be okay with it? Using the same arguement that no one brings their luxury watches for diving etc.
@@WatchYourFront_ I would have no issues, if I'm not going swimming with it. I think we use the excuse that the watch doesn't do exactly what it says too much as some sort of a cop out. A watch is one second outside its advertised time limits, and people lose their minds. Not realizing a watch can be approximately a minute 40 seconds off and still being 99% accurate. Obviously you're entitled to feel any way that you want, and if it annoys you, that's your right. I'm simply saying we are trying to put all this emphasis of what a watch can do into one watch and typically it's just not the way it is. People don't take $30,000 submariners underwater. Rolex, is for show. 30 years ago they were a tool watch, but they are not. And no one uses them for that.
It’s not an explorer competitor but rather a datejust one. It’s far too high polished to go against the ultimate tool watch. The clasp is such a hugely underrated part of a watch that Rolex competitors aren’t truly serious until they ditch the butterfly.
@@WatchYourFront_ Sort of. I have an explorer 39 so I wouldn’t get the smooth bezel DJ, only the fluted. That takes me out of the running for the AT too. I think it depends too on your lifestyle. I wear my E39 everywhere-the gym, cycling, hiking, to work, to bars, etc-so I don’t care about scratching it. The AT is not for every day bc of all the micro scratches it’ll collect so it’s really more of a DJ comp. I’ve yet to find a good E1 comp from omega.
@@hodad924 i think someone mentioned in a comment here somewhere that if Omega utilized the Railmaster line up properly, you would have the proper Explorer 1 alternative.
@@WatchYourFront_ Omega would only have to change the clasp, make every letter and index on rheumatoid arthritis dial applied instead of printed, update the bracelet, refine the case, and boom, you’ve got a comp. Lol
@@WatchYourFront_ The name is irrelevant. This is a dress watch and always has been. The Day-Date is a perfect comparison. The entire case is polished. Even more with the platinum and it's smooth bezel. You're just looking for something to complain about
For as much money as Omega and the Swatch Group have, to make a micro adjust like this that leaves a gap between the links is a travesty!! Nothing but a quick fix to a decades old issue. Pure laziness! And all that polish!! Pass on both!
This is why the 124270 will always reign supreme when it comes to being an all-rounder. Absolutely shocking decision by Omega, making the top side of the lugs polished. This watch is leaning towards the dressy side rather than a sports watch that could be dressed up. Such a waste, this could have truly been the Explorer alternative but it became an expensive option compared to the Datejust from Rolex.
I bought the blue Aqua Terra in 2023 as my first luxury watch and had to change the bracelet because it didn’t have the Tfit. The watch was top heavy, lume was subpar. I then bought a Rolex submariner Starbucks and it kicked Aqua Terra’s ass. I bought a Artem strap with a deployment clasp and my wife wears it as well. I wish they had a better clasp. Butterfly sucks. I would never buy another omega. I have bought 6 Rolex watches for my family. None have asked for an omega…….
Seeing the market trends, it’s a winner mover for omega, I think it’s the direct competition for the Date just! Still though we still have the sea masters models that come also in rubber straps to make it and everyday wearer 👍🏽, I like the light blue one on rubber, makes it a fantastic sea watch. Newly subscribed, I love your content brother! Keep going 🫱🏼🫲🏽
Definitely a proper alternative to the Datejust/Explorer! If only they focused more on the finer details like I mentioned in this video, it would have been a bigger hit thn the White Speedy I believe. Maybe one day.... Welcome to the channel! Thank you for the support 🫶
@@WatchYourFront_ loved the white omega sea master you got! Since I got the allocation for the panda Daytona 116500LN (grey market smh) , my next purchase for and everyday will be the white omega smp. Cheers brother have a great Sunday🙏🏽
So, you went to the boutique to just complain about the AT? Makes no sense! Talk about the good points of the watch.It's a beautiful piece. You guys on TH-cam are getting annoying acting like watch critics.
No, I visited the boutique because I was genuinely excited about the new release. However, I was a bit disappointed with some of the changes once I saw the watch in person. As someone who is both a TH-camr and a customer of Omega, I believe it's important to share honest opinions. After all, we all have the right to express our thoughts as customers. Best,
They just needed to brush the case, to match the outer links of the bracelet and either really work their micro adjustment or take the clasp from the speedmaster and they got a banger with little to no downsides
they are always close to deliver a banger, but they don’t
Still a beautiful piece
@@Ryuu92i my thoughts exactly. They are always so close.
Thank you for doing a video and ACTUALLY HAVING THE PIECE 🙏
My pleasure. Share it around!
That’s a beautiful piece 👌🏽✨ Omega is heading in the right direction
Definitely!
I dont really have any issues with quick adjustments etc... but the one thing that always stood out is the thickness of these watches compared to its competitors...and also... lack of bracelet tapering... looks lumbering
Good points. Omega has abit more work to do with the Aqua Terra but the potential is huge...
The thickness is unfortunately inherent to the co-axial movement choice but I agree that it's something to improve upon, especially given there are 600m dive watches that are not too thick out there (say Ming 37.09).
@@XiaoqiuQIUthe very first few iterations of the early 2500 series which hybridized eta based ebauches were quite reasonable in terms of thickness. It then gained some weight when they made it an "in house" design.
Yeah the case and bracelet design of most omega watches look clunky and thick. The proportions are just slightly off. Grand seiko has the same problem
It's only 13.2 mm think
This might be the most beautiful watch I’ve ever seen.
@@SiDCrAzY I feel you.
For me this is the best watch from Omega .
I love it.
@@WatchYourFront_ Do you know how soon it will be available in the States? I'm currently out of pocket where's there's no AD here and Omega's website is claiming to notify me via email as soon as they are available. I also agree, obviously, Omega wants more of my money. I just bought a Summer Blue Worldtimer 6-7months ago and now this drops.
As soon as they make this with a brushed bracelet I’m in, beautiful watch. 38mm all day!
The problem with that. Imagine a fully polished watch case, with a brushed bracelet. That would be like oil and water, they won't mix.
They'd likely need to redo the mix of brushed/polished surfaces on the case, or like an OP, keep most of the case and bracelet brushed.
They definitely need to re-evaluate the polished & brushed parts. I feel like the older models were fine as it is.
Yes!
I have one. Its the skyfall edition.
@@FABM27 love that piece.
I have no issues with the all-round polish; I already have a Seamaster 300M and I want this as my dressier watch. And since I won't be wearing it every day, I'll go with the quick-set date of the 38 mm, even though my wrist could pull off the 41 mm as well.
I'm more bothered by the dial color; it looks gorgeous but feels hard to match with attire for me. A true blue (not greeninsh) would be great. Right now, I'm leaning towards the Shades in Sandstone. I do want a microadjust, but this one would make practically no difference...
Interesting. I would go with the quick set date aswell. Even if I travel a few times, I don't see myself bringing any luxury watch overseas. Black is the easiest to match with any outfit no?
I have an older gen Aqua Terra 2504.50 and it has mat finished sides, which IMO looks mich better, but I do love the travel hour jump feature.
Agreed. Those original Aqua Terras are so underrated. Omega knocked it out of the park the first time.
I love the high polish all around tbh. You do make good points regarding the increased risk for scratches being apparent, but it would look strange if it had a brushed finish imo. It looks more dressy, but I think it elevates the look overall. I also think the micro-adjust feels like an afterthought, but happy they still incorporated one with a butterfly clasp (as it is not seen often from my experience). Thanks for uploading this vid and for the review! Really can appreciate the stunning dial with this vid
@@drchung474 thanks for the comment. The glossy dial definitely screams dress watch. But the minute markers with numerals makes it more sporty so idk.
I recently tried on the 38mm and it wears perfect on my wrist. I might upload another video on it.
It's nice to see Omega going back to something like the original 2500 series Aqua Terras. The black laquer dial on those were stunning. And the great thing was it was thinner and had an all brushed bracelet.
@@ed8018 Agree. If only they follow a little bit more closely to the details like the brushed parts etc.
Quick adjust on this bracelet looks like an afterthought, just like the extra microadjust hole on the speedmaster bracelet - it leaves a weird gap.
Afterthought? Very ugly hole...dramatic solutions.....
It's unfortunate Omega skimps out and get lazy on these finer details.
Its the 2MM system found on the metas constellation. Ugly gap but does help.
I would be mad, but I got the 36MM Connie Rhodium for 2950 new!
I have a polished Breitling Chronomat GMT case and wear it daily and have had no issue with the sides of the case getting scratches.
Gotcha. But correct me if I'm wrong, is the Chronomat GMT meant as a dress watch or sports watch or both?
The issue with this AT is it's DNA has always been that it is watch to wear for any occassion. But when Omega polishes everything on the watch, it gors against that DNA.
Love your video. Amazing watch
Able to check if this is the omega boutique outlet at mbs? Thanks!
@@Briianjh this one is at Ion!
Thanks for sharing this vid. Super random but would love some details on your wedding band? Looks really nice. Liking the subtle twist.
@@Grimages sure no worries 😂. It's a standard band with a twist at the centre. Kinda like Omega's lyre style lugs. The twist section is brushed while the rest of the band is polished. I'll post it on my IG story later today if ure interested.
It is beautiful. I have the older one in blue with the 8500 caliber, and this spring I purchased a black dial DJ41 on jubilee with fluted bezel, which is absolutely amazing, still, when this new AT was released I felt a bit of sadness of pullong the trigger for the Rollie. Anyway, this watch is class. Bravo!
@@HBJ2051 cant complain with a Rollie! Enjoy yours.
@@WatchYourFront_ I do, but I am happy to own an AT as well!
I really like it. Good to see Omega doing some different things. And this is a one-off, if you prefer the regular version you can still buy it.
@@rc9208 Yep I think this will be a popular piece.
I love the blink 😂 you’re right. Omega doesn’t want you to have money in the bank
😂😂😂
*Bling
Why do these retail more than Diver 300? No rotating bezel. No He escape valve. Is the 8900 that much better?
Not too sure but for this particular model, the lacquer dial makes it more expensive.
Everything about the 38mm is perfection, except the fully polished case , it takes away from the beauty of the twisted lugs plus its a scratch magnet . Why can’t we get something perfect? Omega would’ve definitely read the comments and criticism about it , i think they will definitely change it in a year or 2
@@siddhant46s54 a step in the right direction but still needs abit of a fine tuning. Still a lovely timepiece.
Thanks for the video. I agree about the bracelet extension - it's like a divers extension. I hate the gap. This is not what a luxury watch should be.
@@SkuttleBug1974 hope Omega keep working on it.
Amazing piece.rubber strap everyday.bracelet means special occasion watch.simple.well done omega amazing
You seem to be totally into the Omega trip. The Aqua Terra 41mm is too big for me too. 38mm is definitely better. I think Parmirgiani or Chopard would also be an alternative as a 3-hand watch for you. I would have liked to see a picture with the Apollo 8 on your arm. Is the Apollo 8 still on your mind?
It's never in the boutiques it seems. But for now it's on hold as I've gotten the 'call' 😁
That gap on the quick adjust is a fail.
All polished watch head is a fail.
100% agree on both, especially that gap!!!
Beautiful watch.. but at this price band the gap in the micro adjustment is not acceptable.. please Omega, fix this on a mark 2 edition..
I know right....
do omega include a half link in the bracelet now that it is adjustable at the butterfly fold?
Not quite sure, will have to get back to u on that
The micro adjustment is disappointing just like the Moonwatch micro adjustment. It’s only 2.7mm which is no where near enough for me as my wrist swells up. I had to sell it in the end as I couldn’t get a good fit.
Understood. For me personally, it's more of the look of it on the Aqua Terra's bracelet. The Moonwatch looks fine.
34mm also good for small wrists, but the round date window doesn't look right IMO.
@@tbprofile1295 its catered more towards the feminine side
It is nice, but also kinda blingy and
less GADA what i think it‘s sad …
@@jochenkey yes the dial and the polish parts makes the watch more dressy thn sporty.
I’d put it on a leather strap to tone that down. I don’t like the metal strap much.
Saw this last Friday at my boutique, but it didn't stand out to me, but the sandstone dial sure did.
Sandstone dial?
@@WatchYourFront_yes
@WatchYourFront_ yes, the dial
Would love this in white.
does the bracelet have half links?
I often prefer older models to recent ones. I have an Aqua Terra Skyfall and let's just say I wouldn't trade it for the new one.
@@mbell7498 I dont blame you.
Completely agree with your take, its just too shiny, but frankly thats pretty standard for Omega these days. So close, but so far Omega.
@@gearetal it's unfortunate. But good or bad, being an Omega fan is always exciting.
Black lacquer dials are so underrated.
Love that Omega are bringing them back.
I can see a Reverso on that tray
@@moinshaikh977 thats mine 👀
Still a sequential opening clasp...tiny micro adjustment and polish everywhere.....😢
@@tychosteve yeah it's unfortunate. Omega is on a roll with lacquer dials.
This is now my favourite watch channel on TH-cam , such great content and done superbly, well done sir and I got my favourite watch at amzwatch， it hasn’t left my wrist for weeks
So did you buy it?
Not yet....
Stunning watch
Indeed.
@@WatchYourFront_ very clean looking Watch in think it wil looks better in real life gona check it out in the omega store
@@serifdincer208 get your card ready!
Anyone can tell me is rhodium plated hands and hour markers as good as 18k white gold? 34mm has white gold while 38 & 41 are rhodium plated.
Depends. What do you mean by as good?
@WatchYourFront_ I read from a thread that rhodium is more expensive than gold and does not cheapen it in the process. Other brands like Zenith, JLC, have rhodium plated makers & hands, but they are made of either steel or other metal. I am not sure which is better, but anyway I enjoyed your review. Cheers.
@@avenuefive8593 ahh not too sure about that. Stay tuned for a future video with the 38mm.
The updated clasp is good improvement
Awesome! Will you be getting it?
@@WatchYourFront_ don't think so
I still prefer the 41 in the black teak pattern. Very nice dial but too much polish on the case. And very poorly designed micro adjust. Thanks for the video.
My pleasure. Thanks for watching!
This should be an everyday gada but it has the chubby proportions of a sport watch thanks, I think, to the co-axial movement mixed with the blingy over polished case of a dress watch. It's very subjective and I hope Omega succeed with the watch because there's a lot to like but it's too chunky and too blingy for me.
@@marcusrawlinson5024 I got to try on the 38mm recently and I have to say its the perfect size for me. The thickness isnt too bad either. Stay tuned.
Love the bracelet and black
Dial ! Would probably be the closest thing to a presidential bracelet I could afford lol
@@verde629 actually the Speedmaster would be that bracelet. It's the most comfortable bracelet I've worn.
@@WatchYourFront_ meant more in regards to looks but it does look comfortable as well lol
This micro adjustment isn't bad, obviously better than nothing. VC Overseas is 3x the price of this, as well. Also, the new IWC Ingenieur is 2x this price with no micro adjustment at all and the Rolex OP's 5mm is just too much.
@@jimhasselle4386 all fair points. I just think Omega is capable of better.
Gorgeous watch. There's too much polishing going on for my taste. It's now way too blingy to be an everyday, active lifestyle watch.
In your case, I would go with the 38mm, unless you need the quick hour adjust. The 41mm looks a little too large on your wrist. The size your wife chose to demonstrate looked good on her. Maybe it's time for her to get a new watch? 😉
It's sooo flashy especially paired with the black lacquer dial thats glossy.
Yep waiting to get the msg for the 38mm! She was definitely getting compliments with how it looks on her wrist. But I'm not gonna push it, as long as I get mine it's fine 😆
you right , i didn't like the quick adjest
Yep. Needs more work.
That’s me out! Polished centre links are too much imo, never mind more polishing on the case.
@@BeezonToast fair points
A versatility monster
AT is just perfect ❤
Timepiece is beautiful.. You are too small for the 41mm. the 38 would look much better on you. Either way you have good taste!
Thank you! I'm eagerly waiting on the 38mm.
Maybe someday omega will figure out how to make a watch that isn’t way too thick.
@@brettrun8575 it's actually decent tbh.
Wait! Are you telling me there isn't a single detail of brushing? Guess what, I had an argument a few days ago with someone that when you study horology history, you will start to see patterns. The speedmaster calibre eventually had plastic parts, swatch system 51 calibres have made their way into Tissot, movement finishing has become more industrial and more recently, i was very suspicious with the new bracelet on the speedmaster, it seemed easier to manufacture and now, all polished aqua terra seems like cost cutting, this is a scandal in my opinion
In terms of costing a finish. I'd say keeping it brushed/polished isn't definitively a cost cutting measures. In the world of independents and watches beyond rolex, anglage finishing is usually a sign of the "cost of a finish". For example, a Gruebel Forsey often has anglage finishes on parts that are covered up or unseen... a FP Journe meanwhile would only have such finishes on the parts that could be seen.
On the matter of plastics, Silicon is now everywhere, so I wouldn't know any better but... the move by Tissot is certainly one to leverage more margins. However, watches in Tissot price range are the ones that is losing the most market share due to smart watches.... so... one could see with dwindling volume, you'd need to make it up in margins... via cost cutting.
On the decision by Omega... there's been more than one time that the mgmt made questionable decisions. I'd put this watch as one of those rather than cutting costs. Swatch is already doing that cost cutting part by centralizing and industrializing parts manufacturing and reducing Bienne to almost like an "assembler" rather than a watchmaker
Yep from what I recall, the case, bezel & lugs are all polished. But the side profile of the case finishing is not as shiny as the bezel/lugz.
@@WatchYourFront_ Yep! My theory is that Omega said to themselves, why don't we polish the case and release something different while we save costs; To be honest, Omega looked after themselves here and the funny part is that they will suffer it because like most Omega watches, they will end up in the grey market. I understand watch brands have to find clever ways to make money but this is very low from Omega.
@@Joe-xo3xy Bro, the amount of money they may save on using all polish is negligible. They are polishing the watch because a polished watch is more shiny and they think it will sell better. Most watch buyers are not watch enthusiasts, they just see something that's shiny and that looks expensive and they buy it. Personally, I think lots of high polish goes well with the black lacquer dial, but I do agree they should have incorporated some brushing to make it look a bit more sophisticated.
@@chrisbaker7760 Hello there, fair comment but I may argue that these brands or companies in general will save where ever. However, your idea may be true but also, amy be they wanted to go back to old seamaster jumbo cases, they were polished, weren't they? Anyways, the aqua terra line to me is a nostalgia of a few model lines such as the rail master and vintage seamasters,
You mention about going diving and so many other activities referencing the polished sides of this watch. Let's just be honest, no one does these things with this type of a watch. A Rolex submariner is meant to be a tool watch. People don't use watches like that for the things or activities you have suggested. So for me it's not an issue. It is a one watch collection piece. That you can dress up or dress down. For the majority of us, dress down is shorts and a t-shirt hanging out with our friends and not doing crazy adventurous stuff. For that, get yourself a G-Shock. The same way you have different outfits for different events, you can have two or three watches for different activities.
@@vvvhhhhhbb it goes against the DNA of this watch of being an all rounder. Aqua = Water, Terra = Land. What people do with their watches is none of my business. But I have abit of an issue if brands go against the purpose of said watch.
If a company sells a dive watch but only has 10m of water resistant would you be okay with it? Using the same arguement that no one brings their luxury watches for diving etc.
@@WatchYourFront_ I would have no issues, if I'm not going swimming with it. I think we use the excuse that the watch doesn't do exactly what it says too much as some sort of a cop out. A watch is one second outside its advertised time limits, and people lose their minds. Not realizing a watch can be approximately a minute 40 seconds off and still being 99% accurate. Obviously you're entitled to feel any way that you want, and if it annoys you, that's your right. I'm simply saying we are trying to put all this emphasis of what a watch can do into one watch and typically it's just not the way it is. People don't take $30,000 submariners underwater. Rolex, is for show. 30 years ago they were a tool watch, but they are not. And no one uses them for that.
I wish i could get one without the glass back.
@@pannan80 you dont like the gloss look?
It’s not an explorer competitor but rather a datejust one. It’s far too high polished to go against the ultimate tool watch. The clasp is such a hugely underrated part of a watch that Rolex competitors aren’t truly serious until they ditch the butterfly.
@@hodad924 good points. I think its a hybrid competitor of the explorer and the dstejust.
@@WatchYourFront_ Sort of. I have an explorer 39 so I wouldn’t get the smooth bezel DJ, only the fluted. That takes me out of the running for the AT too. I think it depends too on your lifestyle. I wear my E39 everywhere-the gym, cycling, hiking, to work, to bars, etc-so I don’t care about scratching it. The AT is not for every day bc of all the micro scratches it’ll collect so it’s really more of a DJ comp. I’ve yet to find a good E1 comp from omega.
@@hodad924 i think someone mentioned in a comment here somewhere that if Omega utilized the Railmaster line up properly, you would have the proper Explorer 1 alternative.
@@WatchYourFront_ Omega would only have to change the clasp, make every letter and index on rheumatoid arthritis dial applied instead of printed, update the bracelet, refine the case, and boom, you’ve got a comp. Lol
When you have the rezki, just go for it haha :)
Thanks brother 🤲
Some people complain just to complain. The polish has never been an issue about the Rolex Date-Date
Apples to Oranges.
@@WatchYourFront_ The name is irrelevant. This is a dress watch and always has been. The Day-Date is a perfect comparison. The entire case is polished. Even more with the platinum and it's smooth bezel. You're just looking for something to complain about
@@CoreyCore614 good try, but no.
😂 definitely not a perfect comparison
@@richardpool5850 not even close.
It’s fire 🔥. This looks more dressy and bling bling so get it if that’s what you want, otherwise plenty other models to choose from. Rolex is dead.
Despite it's flaws, it's still an amazing release from Omega.
@@WatchYourFront_ I don’t see it as flawed. It’s a design choice.
I think the 38 mm would look better on your wrist
@@jackserious3282 yep i tried it on recently and it wears perfect
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Be very careful.. if you get an AT your other watches may suffer neglect
I have a feeling that might happen too 😂
Omega take my money 👌
Literally 🥹
That is nice! Love the polish! Very classy
Interesting you like the polish! One upside is that the side polish is not as shiny as the bezel.
nice video!
The wife approves already! 😅 nice watch , good his/hers combo too. Might be a scratch magnet though. thanks for sharing.
Indeed. Best his/hers combo from Omega IMO. Definitely have to be evry careful when wearing the watch & putting it down. The dial is a stunner.
Lume the whole minute hand for the love of god
38mm and i would buy it
They have it! Just that the boutique have not receive the piece yet.
Who needs borjng Rolex.go omega
For as much money as Omega and the Swatch Group have, to make a micro adjust like this that leaves a gap between the links is a travesty!! Nothing but a quick fix to a decades old issue. Pure laziness! And all that polish!! Pass on both!
@@dukes70 totally understandable. Such a shame, that dial is gorgeous.
@@WatchYourFront_ it is, love the dial. A bit too much polish on case though.
quick adjust system is looking like cheap fake made my Chinese
Right 😭😭😭
I think 41 is too big for you. It’s way too shiny
Agreed. Waiting on the 38mm.
This will scratch like a mf. They need to make it thinner
That's the Co-Axial movement for you.
Dial is nice, but why is this so damn bulky?
This is why the 124270 will always reign supreme when it comes to being an all-rounder. Absolutely shocking decision by Omega, making the top side of the lugs polished. This watch is leaning towards the dressy side rather than a sports watch that could be dressed up. Such a waste, this could have truly been the Explorer alternative but it became an expensive option compared to the Datejust from Rolex.
It's truly frustrating being an Omega fan. But the potential of some of their pieces are huge. So close yet so far.
Add this dial, to the recently retired Railmaster, and you hand you the Explorer competitor.
@@WatchYourFront_ They did so well with the white Speedy but then they did this? Unbelievable.
@@uncles2000 you might be on to something here.
that’s a competitor to explorer
No it’s not. It’s competitor to a Datejust
It's a competitor to both! The 150m water resistance + the date function.
They need to make a 36mm AT
@@richardpool5850 try on the 38. I feel it wears beautifully.
Far too expensive, can get a rolex oyster perpetual 41 black dial for less
But this dial is better.
Sorry to say, but this dial is boring...
All opinions are welcomed! To me, this is one of the more exciting black dials in the market at this price point.
41 is way to big for you
Yeah the 38 wears perfect.
I bought the blue Aqua Terra in 2023 as my first luxury watch and had to change the bracelet because it didn’t have the Tfit. The watch was top heavy, lume was subpar. I then bought a Rolex submariner Starbucks and it kicked Aqua Terra’s ass. I bought a Artem strap with a deployment clasp and my wife wears it as well. I wish they had a better clasp. Butterfly sucks. I would never buy another omega. I have bought 6 Rolex watches for my family. None have asked for an omega…….
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It looks gigantic on your wrist 🥴
Definitely waiting on the 38mm.
Omega needs to stop making them so blingy and huge. They should go back to the first gen for inspiration. Learn from Rolex Explorer.
Polished center links 🤡
PCL is the least of the problems. Rolex sells just fine with the PCL.
@@sn00ze88 I’m not making a market analysis, I’m just saying I don’t like them.
looks like an explorer 1 knock off tbh.......
Not even...
I’m sorry but it looks like an ugly Rolex Homage!
@@torontowatches9709 Omega has had the Aqua Terra since forever...
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:(((
Seeing the market trends, it’s a winner mover for omega, I think it’s the direct competition for the Date just!
Still though we still have the sea masters models that come also in rubber straps to make it and everyday wearer 👍🏽, I like the light blue one on rubber, makes it a fantastic sea watch.
Newly subscribed, I love your content brother! Keep going 🫱🏼🫲🏽
Definitely a proper alternative to the Datejust/Explorer! If only they focused more on the finer details like I mentioned in this video, it would have been a bigger hit thn the White Speedy I believe. Maybe one day....
Welcome to the channel! Thank you for the support 🫶
@@WatchYourFront_ loved the white omega sea master you got! Since I got the allocation for the panda Daytona 116500LN (grey market smh) , my next purchase for and everyday will be the white omega smp.
Cheers brother have a great Sunday🙏🏽
@@younesk1940 love my white Omega SMP! Can never go wrong with a white dial.
Congrats on your Panda Daytona brother. A grail for everyone.
@barkandjack @3:45
So, you went to the boutique to just complain about the AT? Makes no sense! Talk about the good points of the watch.It's a beautiful piece. You guys on TH-cam are getting annoying acting like watch critics.
No, I visited the boutique because I was genuinely excited about the new release. However, I was a bit disappointed with some of the changes once I saw the watch in person. As someone who is both a TH-camr and a customer of Omega, I believe it's important to share honest opinions. After all, we all have the right to express our thoughts as customers.
Best,
@@WatchYourFront_ Ok.