A real gem in Omega's catalogue that looks to be on its way out. Will the Brand revive this collection this year or wait until 2027? Either way, a great piece that has some of the best tech specs on the market (that's very often overlooked) 🥃
I couldn't agree more, myself I do own a Rolex Air King 116900, but if I had to fill that spot in my collection, daily wearing and protected against magnetism, with a watch from another brand it would be with a Rail Master absolutely no hesitation, the one with the "blue jeans" dial to match with my clothes, loving that fully brushed look, great specs and it's kind of a bargain
Air-King is Rolex's Railmaster, right? Fascinating when you think about it. Both brilliant, top specifications and hardly ever spoken about (compared to the main line pieces) Thanks for sharing Vincent 🥃@@vincentschneuwly9783
@@ID-Guyas you say in the video the connection is more with the Millegaus than the Air King, since both watches were created with protection against magnetic fields in mind, but to me there is a big difference: the Millegaus is the scientist watch the one a searcher would wear when the Rail Master, as its name suggests, is more a "clue collar" watch.
I wear the denim version on bracelet as my daily watch. I can’t believe this watch doesn’t get more attention. It looks so much better in person than in photos.
I got a smoking good deal.. 2 years old in great shape on a bracket with full warranty for $3400 CAD. Trust me, If you can find one for that price, buy it! You won’t regret it..
The clear standout for me is the denim-dialled variant: no fauxtina, and an eye-catching, quirky flash of "rust" on the second hand. It hearkens back to vintage design motifs without pretending to be older than it is. No false IDs and trying to buy beer as a kid. I'm surprised you didn't choose to mention it (I'm biased, of course!). I found mine at a really good price and bought it out of curiosity, knowing I was unlikely to lose money if I were to sell it. The Railmaster has since replaced my IWC Mark XVIII, Planet Ocean 8500, Tudor BB GMT, and Aquaterras (8900 and 2500). No more watch rotation and no more coveting new pieces. I wear it all day, every day. I've completed my commercial aviation training wearing it, and I'll never sell it. Less really is more.
Absolutely love the denim model. It's the perfect one watch collection. There is no dial like it. Wear it sailing and diving. Wear it to the office. Wherever you go or what you do, you will always have the best watch around. Congrats!
If the rumours are true then it will be sad to see it go..AGAIN!!! Having owned the current generation railmaster with brushed silver dial..it was a lot of watch for the money and better in every-way than the competition as far as field watches go..still is. Nonetheless, excellent video as always brother, cheers 🥃
And the question is where could they go with it from here? I mean the Aqua Terra has so much to offer (and does so much) Does it mean that they'd have to double down on the Field Watch route and make a more refined, simple piece? I'm game for that idea... but then them charging like 8K for the watch? 😆 It's always a win-win! Thank you m'boy and have a cracker of a Sunday! 🥃
Strapsense here! Was so excited to see your eloquence and opinion put to the humble Railmaster. As an engineer myself I adore my trilogy Railmaster as it belongs right next to my trilogy seamaster 300. I have been long known to preach that the Railmaster is the ultimate luxury tool watch. The speculation and fun talking about this often ignored watch will hopefully spur people to find the simple joy of owning a pure expression of time that the Railmaster provides
The more I look at it (and what it offers compared to its competition today - looking at a model like the Tudor Ranger) it's incredible what you get! And it's design? Think it's also very under-appreciated. Thanks for sharing brother! 🥃
@@ID-Guy Agree with you! Incredible movement like you mentioned in a great package (symmetrical dial, brushed case and bracelet) all in a price at least 35% below retail, brand new. Thanks.
I’m missing mine already as well. But the Explorer 2 I bought after parting with three watches makes me smile every time I put it on. Such is watch collecting.
@@thatguy6111know the feeling. When I'm running late for work and my train is 15 minutes behind schedule, the last thing I need is to be reading Railmaster on my timekeeper. I would prefer Explorer emblazoned on my dial whilst looking up at the mountains reminiscing of hiking on the weekend 😅
I'm looking for a watch next year for my 50th birthday. A Railmaster just might be it. I love the idea of an Omega that isn't the more commonly seen Seamaster, Speedmaster, or Aqua Terra. Great video, as always.
The Railmaster is a great watch that has an identity crisis - it looks like a field watch but has a seahorse serpent on the caseback and is a Seamaster category model 🥴 that Omega buried it in its hot mess of a catalogue. No wonder it isn’t popular - awareness of its existence is next to nil. If Omega had the sense to give it its own category on the website, that alone would make a world of difference. I’d like it be be ultra tooly - even more than now - with for this type of watch a date option (at 6) - think train operation, 24hr clockface, date for overnight services, ultra ultra legible, a lumed dial (!), emphasise unparalleled accuracy (train to run on time, not have accidents), dump the sea motifs use rail motifs, that sort of thing would really make it stand out and be taken notice of.
Very well said. It's always down to identity that makes all the difference. Ironically under the "Seamaster" name, the Railmaster is submerged. It would be so good to see them smash these out of the park with simpler, more focused designs 🥃
The Railmaster is pretty much my favourite from Omegas lineup. I would propably go for the denim one if I had a chance. Just because the lume is white instead of that sad beige-brown whatever.
Great job. But I think you omitted the elephant in the room: Omega’s ridiculously bloated catalog is the reason this line is an afterthought to all but the hardcore faithful. Never saw that brushed silver dial up close - beautiful.
For Omega to make 'nice' watches again...and the Railmaster... I'd love to see a 'thinner' more elegant package, 20mm lug width, 38mm case, put the polished elements back into the lyre lug case, then remove the sector. Your render, using the SM300 as a base with the broad-arrow hands looked amazing! Omega needs thinner watches - and 60+ hour power reserves!
Agreed 100% Brian, thinner, more elegant and they'd kill it! Man, just looking at the render (that I threw together last night) it gives off such a considered, polished look. Well said brother 🥃
I have the silver brushed dial and I love it- beautiful dial changes colors depending on the lighting. Strap monster too, great on any strap! Get it if you can, you will not be disappointed! Haha funny that I am also the middle child. I like different things and this watch is definitely underrated beauty!
I appreciate all the more when you highlight a watch model that is lesser known or overlooked. The Railmaster I believe would have been so much more successful were it not for the competition from the Speedmaster and Seamaster. You made an interesting point about its utility as a field watch. 🥃
Purchased the Denim dial while in Japan on the grey market new for a bargain $2100 last summer and it hasnt left my wrist pretty much since then. This watch is so slept on. Amazing quality, dial and movement for the price of an Oris, Longines or Sinn. This is an absolute keeper and going no where from the collection.
I loved the look of this one. It was the first new Omega I had bought having two used of other models. I wore it once and got a mark on its case. The fifth time it lightly scraped a hard foam wall and it made more scratches. For a utility watch I could not believe how damaged it got from such mild knocks. I have 150 watches and only a Citizen ever got marked up this easy. I wish I never bought this watch. Now I can't wear it without staring at the marks and I can't flip it without a substantial loss.
"A more faithful re-imagining of the '57 original" - yes please!! I love the Trilogy version and it's more compact 38mm case - a more tool-tastic version of that (all brushed) would be awesome!! I bet you could do a beautiful render of this one my friend!! 😉 🔥
I snapped up a Railmaster for an incredible price, and haven’t looked back. I have four Omega watches, including my Railmaster, but this one is my daily wear. It is bulletproof! No polished surfaces to immediately scratch up, it is a brushed tool watch, or as you offered, a field watch! It doesn’t seem to lose a second. Accurate does not do the 8806 justice! I disdain distractions like tiny date windows, this has none of that. It is a straight up timepiece. As the lousy economy erodes the secondary market, I started looking at the Aqua Terra. But I bought my Railmaster new. It has only been on my wrist. I bought the denim version, but quickly found an Omega bracelet with 007 engraved on the clasp! Think about how many times 007 has been on trains! If Omega were smart, they would bring Bond back, with him wearing a Railmaster!
I always saw the Railmaster as Omega's "dressed up" version of the Longines sector dial watch (which is a real banger in it's own right) and in that light, it never really did much for me. But the second you said, "think of it as Omega's Field watch" and it was like a lightning bolt and it makes so much more sense. Great content as usual and Omega should put you on the payroll.
I own the denim dial version, and really like it. Everyone's comments were interesting. However, I'd love to see Omega really double-down on the railroad history that underlies its existence as a model. As you suggest, it gets "submerged" (love that reference!) in the Seamaster AT line-ups, and Omega simply does not do enough to emphasize the intended historical heritage of the watch. What if Omega re-designed the RM to play off of the many historic Omega railroad pocket watch designs: white enamel dial, prominent railroad track, black vintage (perhaps "Breguet-ish"?) hands, raised numerals, lose the hippocampus caseback and replace it with a really impressive solid railcar engine design, etc. In short, don't just lightly "hint" at the railroad heritage; actually lean into it (that heritage was the main reason I purchased my RM). Give the RM its own distinct identity. Maybe two versions: one with a date at 6:00; one without. Railway travel played such a rich history throughout the world for well over a century. I think there are more than enough customers who would connect with a vintage-styled, historically-referenced design that directly plays off the railway heritage. If they were to do that, I'd be the first to lay down my plastic. Addendum: gotta say, tho, that I love your idea of incorporating the broad arrow hour hand.
I am a proud 1 month owner of said Railmaster. My first luxury brand watch and it does not disappoint. Very proud to own it. I tend to go against the grain so this model is in my wheelhouse.
Freaking love the Globemaster. Every time I remember it and browse... man, they're gorgeous. What could Omega do with the Railmaster range? More "historic", more "Field watch"? Something about the simplicity that I love with this collection that I'd enjoy seeing them recapture, but hey 🥃
So cool, just as of today I put that Railmaster on and your video pops up! I was just thinking today that this is my most favorite watch and thinking about selling every other thing even my Seamaster trilogy at some point. Btw. I enjoy wearing my black one with Rally bracelets.
I enjoyed my Railmaster. Ended up selling it and purchased my Tudor Ranger! Both great watches. I really like the how the Ranger fits and the bracelet is awesome.
Great presentation of the "humble" Railmaster, I chose the Denim, edition, due to the white numerals with no Faux Patina. I am still waiting ,for Omega to come to their senses ,and re release the 165.024, in modern materials. Take care !
The Railmaster was discontinued in Australia over a year ago. You can find the odd one floating around at some ADs on occasion, but no longer stocked on the website. I love the Trilogy reissue the most, but this one is quite a fun model and I would hope they refresh it. They could do with it what they did with the Seamaster 300 Heritage (i.e. inspired a lot by the original but still its own thing). I always thought the broad arrow hour hand would be amazing on this model so it was so cool to see your rendering!
I bought a brushed dial black one several months ago for 60% of retail. It felt like a secret entrance into Omega that not many others knew about. I put aside the thinnish denim style strap and put on a double layer distressed black canvas strap with leather lining that fits the old school tool watch vibe. I'm totally rapt!
Same here bought mine a month ago for $3500 CAD, might be even cheaper now but I feel like it was a good deal then. It's been on my wrist ever since I bought it, going to put it on a black nato strap once it arrives
Yeah I bought the blue railmaster on the bracelet in January 2024 , I absolutely love this watch , it's my first omega after many years of lusting after one, I don't know why it's taken me so long to get an omega , I'm eyeing up the black ceramic Seamaster
Love my Blue Denim. Purchased Nov 2023. It’s just a bloody gorgeous thing. I simply cannot understand why it’s not a big seller. Anyway, I love that it’s a sleeper watch. One to keep that’s for sure. The perfect field watch.
Well i can honestly say i never saw a rail master in the wild on any wrist. So one can say, one who really decides that a rail master is where the hard earned cash should go to, he must be a special bloke.
I’ve always liked this watch ever since it came out a long time ago. However, I feared that the dark tone of the faux lume would prevent it from aging gracefully past 10+ years. It felt to me that we would look back on a watches like this, IWC Spitfire Chrono (A watch I own personally), and the BB58 as watches that were following this faux vintage look trend. Another great video in the books friend!
Very good discussion. The Railmaster is a watch that I (an Engineer) want to love. My brain loves it, but some how it never pulls at those heart strings! I should want one more than, say, a Tudor Black Bay model for so many reasons but alas I don't and it seems many don't. For the recreation, I think it would be great for Omega to use the current Seamaster 300 as a starting point. A more tool-like case with more brushed surfaces, dial numerals and markers calling back to the original 1957 but modernized - think like the Seamaster 300 available around when Spectre was released - and maintain the smooth bezel. I guess that means the broad arrow hands would be in order as well and perhaps a Titanium construction to differentiate from the Seamaster line, both Aquaterra and Divers.
You are an extremely gifted speaker. Seriously. I absolutely loved that. What a beautiful watch as well. I being one whose never been able to afford a watch like that, I still appreciate the beauty of things I've yet to achieve. You could be a preacher!!! Lol. Thanks for sharing.
Another great video, but please note that the second hand is moving counter-clockwise in your footage of the various watches. Feels like traveling back in time!
Great video and a brilliant watch. I‘d be really interested to see how they would update the design of this sleeper timepiece. As other have mentioned, the Railmaster and the Globemaster are the two most underrated timepieces in Omegas catalogue. I would personally love to see this watch in a smaller package, i.e. 37/38mm and max 11,5mm thick. The Railmaster to me is a bona fide GADA and as you say one of the best watches in that price segment.
I actually did include it in a few shots BUT one thing lead to another and the silver / black ended up replacing the images. It was actually quite difficult to find an super, super quality photos of these pieces 😆
And while I was editing the video last night the thought came to me "40ish millimeters, Thin, Excellent Lume, Arabic's on the dial, bulletproof movement" This is what the Ranger wishes it could be 😆 Well worth looking into Mike and thank you brother 🥃
I'm into the Tudor Ranger's style (really boring and I like that ), but the Railmaster usually goes for a lot less than its retail price and packs a better movement! It's almost unfair to compare if you consider the Omega's original price is almost double at $5.7k, while the Ranger is $3.2k. It's sort of crazy that they sell for the same price.
ID Guy amazing video thank you and keep them coming. I recently purchased a grey face Railmaster after seeing the excellent review on this watch on Peter Kotsa's channel. I own a lot of watches including multiple Omegas. Hands down if i had to keep just 1,watch and ditch the rest it would be my grey dial Railmaster. It is truly an amazing watch but its not for everyone. Sure its not as flashy or popular as a speedy or SMP etc but so what. You dont always need to follow the crowd. If you like it get it you won t be disappointed and you’ll have a watch that is truly unique and uncommon . If you need a flashy watch and need people to notice what your wearing on your wrist then this watch isnt for you.
I happen to own this watch, the denim blue one and it's actually the perfect Omega watch for me. It has none of the polishing most other models have. Personally, I wouldn't want it any different.
I have the denim model, on bracelet. The only thing that could make this watch better would be a larger cupcake crown. I love the hippocampus on the back!
Cracking video mate 👌 Love the Railmasters and am lucky enough to own a 2010 36mm 2804 Railmaster - for me it is the perfect one watch collection - would love to see a video on this genre (as you alluded to) 🙏
Some of the iterations are really beautiful but some are very ordinary. I know someone who has one, and wears it daily, all day, yet doesn’t even know it’s a Railmaster. It’s a question of identity. I’m interested in railways and railway matters, but don’t know why I should want one. In the olden days, I used the Tachymètre scale on my Speedy for train speeds.
Discontinue and rebrand. The Seamaster for divers, Speedmaster for racers and thrill seekers, and then, the Fieldmaster.. 100m WR, keep it slim, no date, brushed case and bracelet, the go to for walkers, climbers and dare I say it, explorers.
My take on it? Use future generation Railmasters as a test bed for complications, different finishing techniques, generally different configurations. Don't market it under the Seamaster line going forward. I feel like that's a good reason as to why it gets lost. For example they could make the Railmaster the line where they explore the various dial styles Omega has done over the years. Ranging from Linen to Pie Pan. Add in a configuration with a moon phase and you have a quirky oddball dress watch that also has some tool-y vibes. Making it almost a perfect every day watch. I really think the Railmaster is akin to what the PlayStation Vita was for Sony. A product they have no idea how to market.
It's a pity that the "Seamaster" name has to be attached to virtually everything. We can understand it from a marketing perspective, but you're right, it drowns (pun) everything it engulfs. Also the Aqua Terra... it seems like they've covered so much ground with this new generation (and styles) Begs the question how the Railmaster could be different. As a more historic inspired "timeline" piece? I like your thinking. Thank you for sharing this Colin! 🥃
@@ID-Guy No problem. I feel like the Aqua Terra at least makes sense within the Seamaster line as it doesn't neatly fit anywhere else. Where as I'd say the Railmaster has a distinct enough design language to stand on its own. I would say the next generation needs to stand on its own.
This is my fav Omega and funnily enough I ordered a Milgauss when first announced and was really disappointed when I saw how small it looked on my wrist so pulled out when I my watch was due to arrive. One bonus of Rolex is the dealers are happy to let you move your deposit to something else since they have a waiting list
Love the dial, love the case and crown, love the bracelet. Can't stand the fact I can't see the movement. If I'm paying omega money. I gotta see the movement.
This is the first luxury watch I wanted.... but never purchased. I have acquired the Explorer and the Sinn 556A RS instead. I would love to see Omega lean in to this one a little more as you were saying. Make it more of a field option maybe? MOD type? Yet again another watch that is so close to perfection. Maybe it already is? Great video! Please do a video on this model if they updated it.
It's a great looking watch. Unfortunately for me, I am a date complication person, so I would go for an Aqua Terra. If they add a date to a new Rail Master I would consider that.
And that brings up an interesting point: Hasn't the AT got everything covered at this point? Where can the Railmaster compete with the current modern lineup? Great point JT 🥃
Just got mine for a bargain recently. New without manufacturer warranty but hey ... You cant have it all when you get a bargain. I love the watch a lot. My first luxury watch. This is my entry door to Omega. Looking at the Diver 300m Polar next 😅
I have the black one. Very nice, looks rugged for a simple watch. Interesting dial, naiad lock and a cheap way to get a 8806 coaxial (at the close to half mrsp you can get them for, mrsp is too high) and not recognizable as a luxury piece. It is running near perfect, takes weeks to deviate one or two seconds. One gripe: don’t mind the fauxtina, like it actually. But the lume is under performing in strength compared to my tudor or the smp I had before.
my ideal Railmaster 3.0, so to speak would be: - sword hands as in the 165.024 - trapezoidal indices with 3, 6, 9, 12, matte black dial (similar to 42mm skyfall planet ocean) - lyre lug case with slight protrusion on the crown (act as a sort of crown guard, a very omega approach to crown guard, very aesthetic, organic, and well thought) - 39mm case - "Seamaster" script instead of "Railmaster" (inspired by the pakistan air force railmaster), perhaps in red? - white seconds hand, perhaps either spear tip or lolipop? now this would beat the hell out of the rolex explorer and air king!
I have the newer version with the brushed silver dial. What a great watch! Understated elegance. My first omega, the 2nd being an older planet ocean. I use this railmaster as intended......work watch on a farm. Tough, but handsome!
0854 AM here on the U.S. East Coast and the horology Sensei has again captured my interest. I am enamored with Omega, but I can't pull the trigger on any of them. The Railmaster gathered my attention with the 1957 trilogy. Yet, I found the watch case thickness not to my liking. I am also limited to purchasing a watch once in a 'Blue Moon'. What I would really like to see Omega do is engineer robust slimmer movements that would allow their case thicknesses to decrease. If Omega does that, they can truly impact the market.
Just an update. It appears it's officially discontinued on Omega's websites. One of my local ADs also confirmed the discontinuation to me in person the other day. In fact, Omega had them send their stock back. I don't know why Omega asked for them back, but maybe somebody can explain that to me. Anyway, I hope it returns. I suspect it may be a bit before we see a replacement. There is a lot of potential for the line, but I'm not 100% confident Omega can realize that potential.
The number one thing they should focus on is building the thinnest profile and most comfortable to wear Railmaster possible. That’s my beef with the current Omega catalog.
Omega needs to get over the idea that every watch they make has to have the lyer lugs. It’s also interesting that this model got so little attention while the sea master 300 and sped master broad arrow got so many make overs, after they all got released as part of that set. If they had updated the dial on this watch to have the cut away/sandwich style that they gave the 300 and gave it different lugs, omega might have finally made a watch people want
This watch popped into my consideration list for my big birthday in 2022. While I ended up getting an Explorer II instead, it's an underrated watch. That being said, there are a couple of things that I think could be improved. One is it's almost TOO brushed. It needs a bit of polish somewhere. Maybe it's the hands, maybe just a small surface on the case. While I am okay with the brown lume look, I would love to see a white lume version. I think it's a great size, and much like the Air King or the new Explorer 40mm, an odd watch out in the line versus the 38.5 or 41mm Aqua Terras. The fact that it's a Seamaster Railmaster makes for confusing marketing. I don't care if it's clearly derived from the AT line, it deserves its own collection choice on the Omega website. Even when one selects Seamaster, it's not one of the main options shown. I would like to see a new bracelet with a quick adjust clasp. The butterfly clasp on a tool watch just didn't sit right with me, and was the deal breaker. I think a new version should come with not only a better bracelet, but one of Omega's fantastic NATO straps. Either include a strap changing tool, or quick release on the bracelet. I would love to see the 8900 movement with "time zone function" jumping hour hand. Make it a stealth travel field watch. It's too bad I see Fieldmaster used on a few watches, because a Fieldmaster line could be created with a bit of Omega's military watch history infused into the design. Anyway, I just think this line deserves much better. On the plus side, they are a bargain on the used market, as noted. Maybe I'll pick one up at some point, depending on if Omega releases an update.
I absolutely LOVE the Railmaster ‘57. It is my favourite Watch from the Trilogy collection. If I had the money I would buy one in a heartbeat. The contemporary Railmaster is a little bit of a mish mash I feel. Too many variations (the ‘denim’ dial with denim strap, what was that all about? It sounded like Omega were entering the fashion Watch arena), the brushed metal dial, pencil hands, the faux lume and that cross hair in the middle of the dial (hmm…). For the money they are currently going for on the secondary market they are brilliant value no doubt and to be honest with you, even though the current model is one I tend to overlook, it still draws me in when I see it. It has something about it. I guess I’m just a fan of the quarter Arabic numerals? I hope it isn’t discontinued. I want the SMP300m to be discontinued instead with a passion. That bezel, those skeleton hands, that wavy dial….. bin them! Let’s hope when the new Bond film is released Omega ditch it and develop a totally fresh Watch 🤞 Another great video boet. Keep ‘em coming! ✊
Two observations from someone who has it on wrist as we converse. It’s a small 40mm. Doesn’t need to be smaller. Lug to lug is unusually narrow too. It’s tiny enough. The bezel is thin. It’s nowhere near anything that could be remotely called chunky. Check it out in the flesh. It’s a real winner design wise. 👍🏻
I’ve seen 2 60th anniversary railmasters for sale brand new in different boutique locations. Shows how unpopular it was compared to the speedy and sm300. Be a great pickup for any fan who wanted 2024 warranty on them
If the SM300 didn't do everything for me, I'd be on one of those Railmasters yesterday... they're so darn good man. Still blows my mind that they're not sought after and still available (tonnes of opportunity for people to chase them down) 🥃
I own the same Railmaster in the thumbnail. It’s not my best watch in absolute terms. However, it’s a great watch nonetheless and perfect as a daily wear to a physical job where I’m around magnets. It’s relatively unassuming, gets the job done. Compared to a lot of Omega’s, it’s on the thinner end of their spectrum. I love the brushed surfaces. The lume color isn’t going g to be everyone’s cup of tea, but it’s simply another color. As for the movement, I’m not an accuracy weeny, the movement is fine, it’s not the most accurate watch I own, but within spec. My expectation is that it should excel in longevity and service intervals, shock resistance. The bottomline for me, it’s helped me stay on pattern of chasing g very good, but typically overlooked watches that can be bought for a decent value. I bought an A385 Revival and SBGW269 that hog the rest of my available wrist time. I find them to be better watches, but the Railmaster allows me to relax at work and simply forget about it. Omega has other tool watches, but I’m drawing a blank to come up with another three handed no date at a similar price. They need to continue to offer that kind of watch.
Exactly what I wanted to bring up here! For an 8806 caliber... it's a no-brainer for anyone interested in a Field watch. Nothing come close for this sort of price frankly@@Frank-qs3pe
I really like the dials on the Railmaster, but a bit too small on my large wrist. Also, the crown shape (and texture?) makes it more difficult to operate than other Omega models.
Definitely one of the most competent, good looking, under the radar watches that Omega offer. And still reasonably priced (ish!) It’s probably not one of their best sellers but such a fantastic offering.
@@ID-Guylike you , I’m an unabashed Omega fan and think this watch is such an unsung hero. So glad you highlighted it. Although, you’ve probably single handed pushed the used values up! 😂🥃
The faux lume almost seems like a staple with these "vintage inspired" models, but agree, the "Denim Railmaster" did away with the faux-ness and it looks sharp 🥃
Great content! Thanks. I have a question. Do the Japanese know something we don't? When I went into Ebay looking at the Railmaster I plugged in lowest price first. Out popped the Railmasters with almost every seller from Japan selling new ones between $2,500 and $3,500. I was surprised by the amount for sale from that country. Coincidence?
I really like it. As a field/everyday option, I’d argue it’s on par with an Explorer 1, and you can find them ex Japan cheap as chips. Then again, I’m an Omega fanboy so likely biased…..
I got a lovely 'denim' Railmaster in Nov, brand new for under USD $2,000. Basically a 40mm Aqua Terra with a fully brushed case = perfection! Dial is surprisingly dynamic in motion as well. The nato strap however was kinda a joke, while high quality is way too thick (swapped quickly for leather). While not important, I find it odd why Omega didn't just call this a Railmaster only, what's the point of it being part of the Seamaster collection. I guess this watch is the master of both the sea and rails!
There’s a lot of hot air in this video: even down to paying GBP£2000 for one (I paid more than that…). It’s a great watch that suffered as a result of the lack of publicity (Toyota Camry or Highlander in the U.K. anyone?). I wear my Railmaster when I don’t want to bring attention to my watch; many people notice my Milgauss. A good tool watch, but getting it serviced will cost you dearly: even the Milgauss is cheaper to run. I won’t be selling my Railmaster though.
The heritage Seamaster is one of the few watches in the lineup that really effectively evokes the brand's heritage while still being modern and relevant. It's a shame Rolex does this so much more effectively, because vintage Omega is unmatched. I for one own the 2017 trilogy Railmaster, but if they made a modern Railmaster with a sandwich dial, I may have to take another look :)
A real gem in Omega's catalogue that looks to be on its way out. Will the Brand revive this collection this year or wait until 2027? Either way, a great piece that has some of the best tech specs on the market (that's very often overlooked) 🥃
I couldn't agree more, myself I do own a Rolex Air King 116900, but if I had to fill that spot in my collection, daily wearing and protected against magnetism, with a watch from another brand it would be with a Rail Master absolutely no hesitation, the one with the "blue jeans" dial to match with my clothes, loving that fully brushed look, great specs and it's kind of a bargain
Air-King is Rolex's Railmaster, right? Fascinating when you think about it. Both brilliant, top specifications and hardly ever spoken about (compared to the main line pieces) Thanks for sharing Vincent 🥃@@vincentschneuwly9783
@@ID-Guyas you say in the video the connection is more with the Millegaus than the Air King, since both watches were created with protection against magnetic fields in mind, but to me there is a big difference: the Millegaus is the scientist watch the one a searcher would wear when the Rail Master, as its name suggests, is more a "clue collar" watch.
Went into a shop about a month ago and asked about the railmaster and they told me it was unavailable 😂😂😂, to inexpensive wankers
@@ID-Guy Omega is low value compared to Rolex and always will be...Grow up and educate yourself
My Railmaster was my first luxury watch. Never going to sell it. Love it.
I feel like they should discontinue just to redesign and come back with the coolest field watch on the market
I wear the denim version on bracelet as my daily watch. I can’t believe this watch doesn’t get more attention. It looks so much better in person than in photos.
How much did you get it for? I'm not seeing prices like are mentioned in this video...
I got a smoking good deal.. 2 years old in great shape on a bracket with full warranty for $3400 CAD. Trust me, If you can find one for that price, buy it! You won’t regret it..
Bought a railmaster demin a few months ago. Its the simple design that makes it a winner for me. When you get it in hand you feel its quality .
The clear standout for me is the denim-dialled variant: no fauxtina, and an eye-catching, quirky flash of "rust" on the second hand. It hearkens back to vintage design motifs without pretending to be older than it is. No false IDs and trying to buy beer as a kid. I'm surprised you didn't choose to mention it (I'm biased, of course!).
I found mine at a really good price and bought it out of curiosity, knowing I was unlikely to lose money if I were to sell it.
The Railmaster has since replaced my IWC Mark XVIII, Planet Ocean 8500, Tudor BB GMT, and Aquaterras (8900 and 2500). No more watch rotation and no more coveting new pieces. I wear it all day, every day. I've completed my commercial aviation training wearing it, and I'll never sell it. Less really is more.
Absolutely love the denim model. It's the perfect one watch collection. There is no dial like it. Wear it sailing and diving. Wear it to the office. Wherever you go or what you do, you will always have the best watch around. Congrats!
If the rumours are true then it will be sad to see it go..AGAIN!!!
Having owned the current generation railmaster with brushed silver dial..it was a lot of watch for the money and better in every-way than the competition as far as field watches go..still is.
Nonetheless, excellent video as always brother, cheers 🥃
And the question is where could they go with it from here? I mean the Aqua Terra has so much to offer (and does so much) Does it mean that they'd have to double down on the Field Watch route and make a more refined, simple piece? I'm game for that idea... but then them charging like 8K for the watch? 😆 It's always a win-win! Thank you m'boy and have a cracker of a Sunday! 🥃
🥇🥇. best bang for the buck out there. you wont find a master chronometer any cheaper out there
Im personally a huge fan of the railmaster. The brushed dial is so beautiful and the case is the perfect size.
It’s a very unique animal, fascinating that when we look back (and look at its individual parts) man… tonnes to offer! 🔥
Strapsense here! Was so excited to see your eloquence and opinion put to the humble Railmaster. As an engineer myself I adore my trilogy Railmaster as it belongs right next to my trilogy seamaster 300. I have been long known to preach that the Railmaster is the ultimate luxury tool watch. The speculation and fun talking about this often ignored watch will hopefully spur people to find the simple joy of owning a pure expression of time that the Railmaster provides
fantastic price at an bargain. hits all the notes.
Thanks for focusing on the Railmaster. Lovely understated watch with no date. I sold my Railmaster Blue Denim and bought it back again.
The more I look at it (and what it offers compared to its competition today - looking at a model like the Tudor Ranger) it's incredible what you get! And it's design? Think it's also very under-appreciated. Thanks for sharing brother! 🥃
@@ID-Guy Agree with you! Incredible movement like you mentioned in a great package (symmetrical dial, brushed case and bracelet) all in a price at least 35% below retail, brand new. Thanks.
I’m missing mine already as well. But the Explorer 2 I bought after parting with three watches makes me smile every time I put it on. Such is watch collecting.
@@thatguy6111know the feeling. When I'm running late for work and my train is 15 minutes behind schedule, the last thing I need is to be reading Railmaster on my timekeeper. I would prefer Explorer emblazoned on my dial whilst looking up at the mountains reminiscing of hiking on the weekend 😅
@@oysterman962Rolex explorer cost over 3 times more now 😂.
I'm looking for a watch next year for my 50th birthday. A Railmaster just might be it.
I love the idea of an Omega that isn't the more commonly seen Seamaster, Speedmaster, or Aqua Terra.
Great video, as always.
Just bought one today for my 50th 🎉. Hope you do as well
I own the denim dial on bracelet. Fantastic watch that gets a lot of compliments.
The Railmaster is a great watch that has an identity crisis - it looks like a field watch but has a seahorse serpent on the caseback and is a Seamaster category model 🥴 that Omega buried it in its hot mess of a catalogue. No wonder it isn’t popular - awareness of its existence is next to nil.
If Omega had the sense to give it its own category on the website, that alone would make a world of difference. I’d like it be be ultra tooly - even more than now - with for this type of watch a date option (at 6) - think train operation, 24hr clockface, date for overnight services, ultra ultra legible, a lumed dial (!), emphasise unparalleled accuracy (train to run on time, not have accidents), dump the sea motifs use rail motifs, that sort of thing would really make it stand out and be taken notice of.
Very well said. It's always down to identity that makes all the difference. Ironically under the "Seamaster" name, the Railmaster is submerged. It would be so good to see them smash these out of the park with simpler, more focused designs 🥃
The Railmaster is pretty much my favourite from Omegas lineup. I would propably go for the denim one if I had a chance. Just because the lume is white instead of that sad beige-brown whatever.
Its pretty close to perfect in my eyes, so I dont want them to change it at all except maybe give it a normal clasp instead of a butterfly clasp.
What an amazing outcome for a beautiful watch. Always a pleasure to see MaMaCoo work your magic. Thanks for sharing this transformation with us!
The last 2 videos You’ve brought up the only two watches I’ve wanted from these 2 top brands. You keep going and I want be able to afford one.
Great job. But I think you omitted the elephant in the room: Omega’s ridiculously bloated catalog is the reason this line is an afterthought to all but the hardcore faithful.
Never saw that brushed silver dial up close - beautiful.
For Omega to make 'nice' watches again...and the Railmaster... I'd love to see a 'thinner' more elegant package, 20mm lug width, 38mm case, put the polished elements back into the lyre lug case, then remove the sector. Your render, using the SM300 as a base with the broad-arrow hands looked amazing!
Omega needs thinner watches - and 60+ hour power reserves!
Agreed 100% Brian, thinner, more elegant and they'd kill it! Man, just looking at the render (that I threw together last night) it gives off such a considered, polished look. Well said brother 🥃
All good advices, but i would have kept the sector. It gives so much character and visual interest.
I have the silver brushed dial and I love it- beautiful dial changes colors depending on the lighting. Strap monster too, great on any strap! Get it if you can, you will not be disappointed! Haha funny that I am also the middle child. I like different things and this watch is definitely underrated beauty!
I appreciate all the more when you highlight a watch model that is lesser known or overlooked. The Railmaster I believe would have been so much more successful were it not for the competition from the Speedmaster and Seamaster. You made an interesting point about its utility as a field watch. 🥃
Thank you for making a video about my favourite watch, I wear it everywhere from the office, to rock climb and swimming
Purchased the Denim dial while in Japan on the grey market new for a bargain $2100 last summer and it hasnt left my wrist pretty much since then. This watch is so slept on. Amazing quality, dial and movement for the price of an Oris, Longines or Sinn. This is an absolute keeper and going no where from the collection.
I loved the look of this one. It was the first new Omega I had bought having two used of other models.
I wore it once and got a mark on its case. The fifth time it lightly scraped a hard foam wall and it made more scratches.
For a utility watch I could not believe how damaged it got from such mild knocks.
I have 150 watches and only a Citizen ever got marked up this easy.
I wish I never bought this watch. Now I can't wear it without staring at the marks and I can't flip it without a substantial loss.
"A more faithful re-imagining of the '57 original" - yes please!! I love the Trilogy version and it's more compact 38mm case - a more tool-tastic version of that (all brushed) would be awesome!!
I bet you could do a beautiful render of this one my friend!! 😉 🔥
Imo - shrink it to 39, do a sandwich dial with white lume, & lume the cardinal numerals too. Add on the Spirate system and it's an absolute home run.
I appreciate you giving air time to these "middle" watches. I can see one of these supplementing my SM Chrono and SM GMT.
My pleasure Vox, a piece that deserves way more attention that's had me thinking over the last few months 🥃
I snapped up a Railmaster for an incredible price, and haven’t looked back. I have four Omega watches, including my Railmaster, but this one is my daily wear. It is bulletproof! No polished surfaces to immediately scratch up, it is a brushed tool watch, or as you offered, a field watch! It doesn’t seem to lose a second. Accurate does not do the 8806 justice! I disdain distractions like tiny date windows, this has none of that. It is a straight up timepiece. As the lousy economy erodes the secondary market, I started looking at the Aqua Terra. But I bought my Railmaster new. It has only been on my wrist. I bought the denim version, but quickly found an Omega bracelet with 007 engraved on the clasp! Think about how many times 007 has been on trains! If Omega were smart, they would bring Bond back, with him wearing a Railmaster!
It's a beautiful watch. It would be sad to see it being discontinued and not replaced. And thank you for the video.
I always saw the Railmaster as Omega's "dressed up" version of the Longines sector dial watch (which is a real banger in it's own right) and in that light, it never really did much for me. But the second you said, "think of it as Omega's Field watch" and it was like a lightning bolt and it makes so much more sense. Great content as usual and Omega should put you on the payroll.
I own the denim dial version, and really like it. Everyone's comments were interesting. However, I'd love to see Omega really double-down on the railroad history that underlies its existence as a model. As you suggest, it gets "submerged" (love that reference!) in the Seamaster AT line-ups, and Omega simply does not do enough to emphasize the intended historical heritage of the watch. What if Omega re-designed the RM to play off of the many historic Omega railroad pocket watch designs: white enamel dial, prominent railroad track, black vintage (perhaps "Breguet-ish"?) hands, raised numerals, lose the hippocampus caseback and replace it with a really impressive solid railcar engine design, etc. In short, don't just lightly "hint" at the railroad heritage; actually lean into it (that heritage was the main reason I purchased my RM). Give the RM its own distinct identity. Maybe two versions: one with a date at 6:00; one without. Railway travel played such a rich history throughout the world for well over a century. I think there are more than enough customers who would connect with a vintage-styled, historically-referenced design that directly plays off the railway heritage. If they were to do that, I'd be the first to lay down my plastic. Addendum: gotta say, tho, that I love your idea of incorporating the broad arrow hour hand.
I am a proud 1 month owner of said Railmaster. My first luxury brand watch and it does not disappoint. Very proud to own it.
I tend to go against the grain so this model is in my wheelhouse.
Similar to the Globemaster, very understated yet top notch watches.
Toying with a rail master, at the moment, your video may have just convinced me !!
Freaking love the Globemaster. Every time I remember it and browse... man, they're gorgeous. What could Omega do with the Railmaster range? More "historic", more "Field watch"? Something about the simplicity that I love with this collection that I'd enjoy seeing them recapture, but hey 🥃
So cool, just as of today I put that Railmaster on and your video pops up!
I was just thinking today that this is my most favorite watch and thinking about selling every other thing even my Seamaster trilogy at some point.
Btw. I enjoy wearing my black one with Rally bracelets.
I enjoyed my Railmaster. Ended up selling it and purchased my Tudor Ranger! Both great watches. I really like the how the Ranger fits and the bracelet is awesome.
Great presentation of the "humble" Railmaster, I chose the Denim, edition, due to the white numerals with no Faux Patina. I am still waiting ,for Omega to come to their senses ,and re release the 165.024, in modern materials. Take care !
The Railmaster was discontinued in Australia over a year ago. You can find the odd one floating around at some ADs on occasion, but no longer stocked on the website. I love the Trilogy reissue the most, but this one is quite a fun model and I would hope they refresh it. They could do with it what they did with the Seamaster 300 Heritage (i.e. inspired a lot by the original but still its own thing). I always thought the broad arrow hour hand would be amazing on this model so it was so cool to see your rendering!
I bought a brushed dial black one several months ago for 60% of retail. It felt like a secret entrance into Omega that not many others knew about. I put aside the thinnish denim style strap and put on a double layer distressed black canvas strap with leather lining that fits the old school tool watch vibe. I'm totally rapt!
Same here bought mine a month ago for $3500 CAD, might be even cheaper now but I feel like it was a good deal then. It's been on my wrist ever since I bought it, going to put it on a black nato strap once it arrives
Yeah I bought the blue railmaster on the bracelet in January 2024 , I absolutely love this watch , it's my first omega after many years of lusting after one, I don't know why it's taken me so long to get an omega , I'm eyeing up the black ceramic Seamaster
Love my Blue Denim. Purchased Nov 2023. It’s just a bloody gorgeous thing. I simply cannot understand why it’s not a big seller. Anyway, I love that it’s a sleeper watch. One to keep that’s for sure. The perfect field watch.
Well i can honestly say i never saw a rail master in the wild on any wrist. So one can say, one who really decides that a rail master is where the hard earned cash should go to, he must be a special bloke.
I’ve always liked this watch ever since it came out a long time ago. However, I feared that the dark tone of the faux lume would prevent it from aging gracefully past 10+ years. It felt to me that we would look back on a watches like this, IWC Spitfire Chrono (A watch I own personally), and the BB58 as watches that were following this faux vintage look trend.
Another great video in the books friend!
Very good discussion. The Railmaster is a watch that I (an Engineer) want to love. My brain loves it, but some how it never pulls at those heart strings! I should want one more than, say, a Tudor Black Bay model for so many reasons but alas I don't and it seems many don't.
For the recreation, I think it would be great for Omega to use the current Seamaster 300 as a starting point. A more tool-like case with more brushed surfaces, dial numerals and markers calling back to the original 1957 but modernized - think like the Seamaster 300 available around when Spectre was released - and maintain the smooth bezel. I guess that means the broad arrow hands would be in order as well and perhaps a Titanium construction to differentiate from the Seamaster line, both Aquaterra and Divers.
You are an extremely gifted speaker. Seriously. I absolutely loved that. What a beautiful watch as well. I being one whose never been able to afford a watch like that, I still appreciate the beauty of things I've yet to achieve. You could be a preacher!!! Lol. Thanks for sharing.
To be a bona fide preacher he'd have to up his deviancy & supernatural BS games!
Thanks for another excellent video. I enjoy my Railmaster, it wears great and it's a very quiet watch on the wrist 😊
My pleasure to share brother and thank you! 🥃
Another great video, but please note that the second hand is moving counter-clockwise in your footage of the various watches. Feels like traveling back in time!
Great video and a brilliant watch. I‘d be really interested to see how they would update the design of this sleeper timepiece. As other have mentioned, the Railmaster and the Globemaster are the two most underrated timepieces in Omegas catalogue.
I would personally love to see this watch in a smaller package, i.e. 37/38mm and max 11,5mm thick.
The Railmaster to me is a bona fide GADA and as you say one of the best watches in that price segment.
Why didn't you show the blue jean one? That one is truly awesome and at the top of my list.
I actually did include it in a few shots BUT one thing lead to another and the silver / black ended up replacing the images. It was actually quite difficult to find an super, super quality photos of these pieces 😆
Great video. The Railmaster and Milguass should come in titanium or ceramic cases, really play up the antimagnetic aspect
How convenient is this video. I was looking at the Tudor Ranger last night but I like the railmaster better! Thanks for the reminder.
And while I was editing the video last night the thought came to me "40ish millimeters, Thin, Excellent Lume, Arabic's on the dial, bulletproof movement" This is what the Ranger wishes it could be 😆 Well worth looking into Mike and thank you brother 🥃
I'm into the Tudor Ranger's style (really boring and I like that ), but the Railmaster usually goes for a lot less than its retail price and packs a better movement! It's almost unfair to compare if you consider the Omega's original price is almost double at $5.7k, while the Ranger is $3.2k. It's sort of crazy that they sell for the same price.
ID Guy amazing video thank you and keep them coming. I recently purchased a grey face Railmaster after seeing the excellent review on this watch on Peter Kotsa's channel. I own a lot of watches including multiple Omegas. Hands down if i had to keep just 1,watch and ditch the rest it would be my grey dial Railmaster. It is truly an amazing watch but its not for everyone. Sure its not as flashy or popular as a speedy or SMP etc but so what. You dont always need to follow the crowd. If you like it get it you won t be disappointed and you’ll have a watch that is truly unique and uncommon . If you need a flashy watch and need people to notice what your wearing on your wrist then this watch isnt for you.
I happen to own this watch, the denim blue one and it's actually the perfect Omega watch for me. It has none of the polishing most other models have. Personally, I wouldn't want it any different.
Thanks for sharing this Alex! 🥃
I have the denim model, on bracelet. The only thing that could make this watch better would be a larger cupcake crown.
I love the hippocampus on the back!
Cracking video mate 👌 Love the Railmasters and am lucky enough to own a 2010 36mm 2804 Railmaster - for me it is the perfect one watch collection - would love to see a video on this genre (as you alluded to) 🙏
Just ordered one. Cant wait for it to arrive 😎
Some of the iterations are really beautiful but some are very ordinary. I know someone who has one, and wears it daily, all day, yet doesn’t even know it’s a Railmaster. It’s a question of identity. I’m interested in railways and railway matters, but don’t know why I should want one. In the olden days, I used the Tachymètre scale on my Speedy for train speeds.
Discontinue and rebrand. The Seamaster for divers, Speedmaster for racers and thrill seekers, and then, the Fieldmaster.. 100m WR, keep it slim, no date, brushed case and bracelet, the go to for walkers, climbers and dare I say it, explorers.
My take on it? Use future generation Railmasters as a test bed for complications, different finishing techniques, generally different configurations. Don't market it under the Seamaster line going forward. I feel like that's a good reason as to why it gets lost. For example they could make the Railmaster the line where they explore the various dial styles Omega has done over the years. Ranging from Linen to Pie Pan. Add in a configuration with a moon phase and you have a quirky oddball dress watch that also has some tool-y vibes. Making it almost a perfect every day watch. I really think the Railmaster is akin to what the PlayStation Vita was for Sony. A product they have no idea how to market.
It's a pity that the "Seamaster" name has to be attached to virtually everything. We can understand it from a marketing perspective, but you're right, it drowns (pun) everything it engulfs. Also the Aqua Terra... it seems like they've covered so much ground with this new generation (and styles) Begs the question how the Railmaster could be different. As a more historic inspired "timeline" piece? I like your thinking. Thank you for sharing this Colin! 🥃
@@ID-Guy No problem. I feel like the Aqua Terra at least makes sense within the Seamaster line as it doesn't neatly fit anywhere else. Where as I'd say the Railmaster has a distinct enough design language to stand on its own. I would say the next generation needs to stand on its own.
This is my fav Omega and funnily enough I ordered a Milgauss when first announced and was really disappointed when I saw how small it looked on my wrist so pulled out when I my watch was due to arrive. One bonus of Rolex is the dealers are happy to let you move your deposit to something else since they have a waiting list
Love the dial, love the case and crown, love the bracelet. Can't stand the fact I can't see the movement. If I'm paying omega money. I gotta see the movement.
Great point, it's quite a missed opportunity with this piece especially. One bonus is it wears thinner BUT man... the 8806 🔥
my blue denim on strap was just $3250 grey market. good value for the watch I wear most
Yep, bought the denim dial a couple of months back.
This is the first luxury watch I wanted.... but never purchased. I have acquired the Explorer and the Sinn 556A RS instead. I would love to see Omega lean in to this one a little more as you were saying. Make it more of a field option maybe? MOD type? Yet again another watch that is so close to perfection. Maybe it already is? Great video! Please do a video on this model if they updated it.
Well said Scott and thank you! I'll absolutely be covering this watch if/when it's updated 🥃
@@ID-Guy if this was 37-38mm offered in masculine and feminine options could this be one of the best versatile watches?
It's a great looking watch. Unfortunately for me, I am a date complication person, so I would go for an Aqua Terra. If they add a date to a new Rail Master I would consider that.
And that brings up an interesting point: Hasn't the AT got everything covered at this point? Where can the Railmaster compete with the current modern lineup? Great point JT 🥃
Just got mine for a bargain recently. New without manufacturer warranty but hey ... You cant have it all when you get a bargain. I love the watch a lot. My first luxury watch. This is my entry door to Omega. Looking at the Diver 300m Polar next 😅
I have the black one. Very nice, looks rugged for a simple watch. Interesting dial, naiad lock and a cheap way to get a 8806 coaxial (at the close to half mrsp you can get them for, mrsp is too high) and not recognizable as a luxury piece. It is running near perfect, takes weeks to deviate one or two seconds. One gripe: don’t mind the fauxtina, like it actually. But the lume is under performing in strength compared to my tudor or the smp I had before.
You are right. What a beautiful watch. I love Omega watches.
my ideal Railmaster 3.0, so to speak would be:
- sword hands as in the 165.024
- trapezoidal indices with 3, 6, 9, 12, matte black dial (similar to 42mm skyfall planet ocean)
- lyre lug case with slight protrusion on the crown (act as a sort of crown guard, a very omega approach to crown guard, very aesthetic, organic, and well thought)
- 39mm case
- "Seamaster" script instead of "Railmaster" (inspired by the pakistan air force railmaster), perhaps in red?
- white seconds hand, perhaps either spear tip or lolipop?
now this would beat the hell out of the rolex explorer and air king!
Would love to see more of the 2003-12 style and to reduce the depth of the rehaut.
I have the newer version with the brushed silver dial. What a great watch! Understated elegance. My first omega, the 2nd being an older planet ocean.
I use this railmaster as intended......work watch on a farm. Tough, but handsome!
I own a Tudor ranger. Very happy with it.
0854 AM here on the U.S. East Coast and the horology Sensei has again captured my interest. I am enamored with Omega, but I can't pull the trigger on any of them. The Railmaster gathered my attention with the 1957 trilogy. Yet, I found the watch case thickness not to my liking. I am also limited to purchasing a watch once in a 'Blue Moon'.
What I would really like to see Omega do is engineer robust slimmer movements that would allow their case thicknesses to decrease. If Omega does that, they can truly impact the market.
Just an update. It appears it's officially discontinued on Omega's websites. One of my local ADs also confirmed the discontinuation to me in person the other day. In fact, Omega had them send their stock back. I don't know why Omega asked for them back, but maybe somebody can explain that to me. Anyway, I hope it returns. I suspect it may be a bit before we see a replacement. There is a lot of potential for the line, but I'm not 100% confident Omega can realize that potential.
Excellent mate!!!!!!👌🏽
The number one thing they should focus on is building the thinnest profile and most comfortable to wear Railmaster possible. That’s my beef with the current Omega catalog.
The 1957 Railmaster is 11mm thick and 38mm in diameter. I love it alround except for its lug to lug and the bracelet
Omega needs to get over the idea that every watch they make has to have the lyer lugs. It’s also interesting that this model got so little attention while the sea master 300 and sped master broad arrow got so many make overs, after they all got released as part of that set. If they had updated the dial on this watch to have the cut away/sandwich style that they gave the 300 and gave it different lugs, omega might have finally made a watch people want
I think the Ranger is so much better, but the Railmaster is nice. Great video as always.
Railmaster has red-headed step-child energy. I'm not an Omega fellow, but always appreciate your videos.
This watch popped into my consideration list for my big birthday in 2022. While I ended up getting an Explorer II instead, it's an underrated watch. That being said, there are a couple of things that I think could be improved. One is it's almost TOO brushed. It needs a bit of polish somewhere. Maybe it's the hands, maybe just a small surface on the case. While I am okay with the brown lume look, I would love to see a white lume version. I think it's a great size, and much like the Air King or the new Explorer 40mm, an odd watch out in the line versus the 38.5 or 41mm Aqua Terras. The fact that it's a Seamaster Railmaster makes for confusing marketing. I don't care if it's clearly derived from the AT line, it deserves its own collection choice on the Omega website. Even when one selects Seamaster, it's not one of the main options shown. I would like to see a new bracelet with a quick adjust clasp. The butterfly clasp on a tool watch just didn't sit right with me, and was the deal breaker. I think a new version should come with not only a better bracelet, but one of Omega's fantastic NATO straps. Either include a strap changing tool, or quick release on the bracelet. I would love to see the 8900 movement with "time zone function" jumping hour hand. Make it a stealth travel field watch.
It's too bad I see Fieldmaster used on a few watches, because a Fieldmaster line could be created with a bit of Omega's military watch history infused into the design. Anyway, I just think this line deserves much better. On the plus side, they are a bargain on the used market, as noted. Maybe I'll pick one up at some point, depending on if Omega releases an update.
love mine, as under the radar quality do anything watch
I absolutely LOVE the Railmaster ‘57. It is my favourite Watch from the Trilogy collection. If I had the money I would buy one in a heartbeat.
The contemporary Railmaster is a little bit of a mish mash I feel. Too many variations (the ‘denim’ dial with denim strap, what was that all about? It sounded like Omega were entering the fashion Watch arena), the brushed metal dial, pencil hands, the faux lume and that cross hair in the middle of the dial (hmm…).
For the money they are currently going for on the secondary market they are brilliant value no doubt and to be honest with you, even though the current model is one I tend to overlook, it still draws me in when I see it. It has something about it. I guess I’m just a fan of the quarter Arabic numerals?
I hope it isn’t discontinued. I want the SMP300m to be discontinued instead with a passion. That bezel, those skeleton hands, that wavy dial….. bin them! Let’s hope when the new Bond film is released Omega ditch it and develop a totally fresh Watch 🤞
Another great video boet. Keep ‘em coming! ✊
Two fixes:
-make 38mm
-reduce the bezel chunkiness to keep the dial proportionately big.
Spot on 🥃
Two observations from someone who has it on wrist as we converse. It’s a small 40mm. Doesn’t need to be smaller. Lug to lug is unusually narrow too. It’s tiny enough. The bezel is thin. It’s nowhere near anything that could be remotely called chunky. Check it out in the flesh. It’s a real winner design wise. 👍🏻
@@mendipfox1650 You are right. Bezel is thin. Idk why it looks chunky. Could be the rehaut and/or the midcase width.
Love my denim Railmaster, such good styling and performance.
Tried all variations and loved the black one with the back strap. Still want the new speedmaster pro badly.
A cheeky 3861 is always an ideal choice 😉 Keep pursuing it brother! 🥃
The 36mm 2504.52 railmaster is and always will be one of my grail watches.
Such a cool piece... I know enthusiasts that still daily the 36mm and wear the snot out of them 🔥
I’ve seen 2 60th anniversary railmasters for sale brand new in different boutique locations. Shows how unpopular it was compared to the speedy and sm300. Be a great pickup for any fan who wanted 2024 warranty on them
If the SM300 didn't do everything for me, I'd be on one of those Railmasters yesterday... they're so darn good man. Still blows my mind that they're not sought after and still available (tonnes of opportunity for people to chase them down) 🥃
My dady bought one NKUWAN and he loves it. It had been there for over 10 years when he went out with it.
I own the same Railmaster in the thumbnail. It’s not my best watch in absolute terms. However, it’s a great watch nonetheless and perfect as a daily wear to a physical job where I’m around magnets. It’s relatively unassuming, gets the job done.
Compared to a lot of Omega’s, it’s on the thinner end of their spectrum. I love the brushed surfaces. The lume color isn’t going g to be everyone’s cup of tea, but it’s simply another color. As for the movement, I’m not an accuracy weeny, the movement is fine, it’s not the most accurate watch I own, but within spec. My expectation is that it should excel in longevity and service intervals, shock resistance.
The bottomline for me, it’s helped me stay on pattern of chasing g very good, but typically overlooked watches that can be bought for a decent value. I bought an A385 Revival and SBGW269 that hog the rest of my available wrist time. I find them to be better watches, but the Railmaster allows me to relax at work and simply forget about it. Omega has other tool watches, but I’m drawing a blank to come up with another three handed no date at a similar price. They need to continue to offer that kind of watch.
I was just looking at this watch last week.
Right? It's a piece that's cropping up a lot lately! (whether intentional or not) 🥃
@@ID-Guy And there are some very good deals as well both new and used.
Exactly what I wanted to bring up here! For an 8806 caliber... it's a no-brainer for anyone interested in a Field watch. Nothing come close for this sort of price frankly@@Frank-qs3pe
I really like the dials on the Railmaster, but a bit too small on my large wrist. Also, the crown shape (and texture?) makes it more difficult to operate than other Omega models.
Definitely one of the most competent, good looking, under the radar watches that Omega offer. And still reasonably priced (ish!) It’s probably not one of their best sellers but such a fantastic offering.
Very well said David! 🥃
@@ID-Guylike you , I’m an unabashed Omega fan and think this watch is such an unsung hero. So glad you highlighted it. Although, you’ve probably single handed pushed the used values up! 😂🥃
I've never cared for printed faux aged indices. I'd be interested in one other than that.
Most excellent video
I have worked 23 years in the rails (CTA) and love my railmaster.
I like the black dial except for the faux lume
The faux lume almost seems like a staple with these "vintage inspired" models, but agree, the "Denim Railmaster" did away with the faux-ness and it looks sharp 🥃
I'm really suprised it's a lovely field watch
The rail master is a much better finished Watch than the tutor ranger, but the ranger is still a fantastic watch with a fantastic movement
Great content! Thanks. I have a question. Do the Japanese know something we don't? When I went into Ebay looking at the Railmaster I plugged in lowest price first. Out popped the Railmasters with almost every seller from Japan selling new ones between $2,500 and $3,500. I was surprised by the amount for sale from that country. Coincidence?
I really like the 38mm Railmaster 1957! I’m really anticipating what will happen at W&W.
I really like it. As a field/everyday option, I’d argue it’s on par with an Explorer 1, and you can find them ex Japan cheap as chips.
Then again, I’m an Omega fanboy so likely biased…..
I got a lovely 'denim' Railmaster in Nov, brand new for under USD $2,000. Basically a 40mm Aqua Terra with a fully brushed case = perfection! Dial is surprisingly dynamic in motion as well. The nato strap however was kinda a joke, while high quality is way too thick (swapped quickly for leather).
While not important, I find it odd why Omega didn't just call this a Railmaster only, what's the point of it being part of the Seamaster collection. I guess this watch is the master of both the sea and rails!
There’s a lot of hot air in this video: even down to paying GBP£2000 for one (I paid more than that…). It’s a great watch that suffered as a result of the lack of publicity (Toyota Camry or Highlander in the U.K. anyone?). I wear my Railmaster when I don’t want to bring attention to my watch; many people notice my Milgauss. A good tool watch, but getting it serviced will cost you dearly: even the Milgauss is cheaper to run. I won’t be selling my Railmaster though.
The heritage Seamaster is one of the few watches in the lineup that really effectively evokes the brand's heritage while still being modern and relevant. It's a shame Rolex does this so much more effectively, because vintage Omega is unmatched. I for one own the 2017 trilogy Railmaster, but if they made a modern Railmaster with a sandwich dial, I may have to take another look :)