My dad passed away on February 1st from covid, he left me his omega seamaster 300 with the 8800 movement, it’s bitter sweet having it because my dad loved this watch as much as I do too but I’d give it up if I could have him back, until then I’ll hold on to it until I see him again so I can give it back to him because it’s more his watch then it’ll ever be mine ❤️
Ive grown to like the new wave dial on these models, but I do wish they would give you the option of having the seahorse emblem on the case-back. I used to love seeing that on the back when I owned a Seamaster
Ah a classic lover I see haha, you know with their engraving technology they really could make quite a deep and detailed seahorse but I’m sure they want to show off their improvements and decorations in the movement more than retaining its classic look. Can’t argue you with you though!
I have to agree. I was luke warm to the new wave dial design, as I was crazy about the old wave dial. But, after seeing one in person this weekend, I placed my order for a blue one this morning.
It really is horses for courses. I cannot see one really any better than the other. With reference to the watches, not the bracelets, there is not much in it other than determining which you like the look of. They both use premium materials, have similar power reserves, in-house movements (the Daniels escapement seems overhyped to me though) and prestige. The main reason I have never purchased an Omega is the bracelet, which compared to the Rolex, seems of lesser quality. I do like some Omegas and may get one anyway in the near future.
That's a fair point Allan, not everyone is a fan of this tank tread bracelet, and perosnally I do find the oyster bracelet more comfortable although I like the uniqueness of the smp bracelet
I choose omega 100%. Rolex is way too overrated, especially in hiphop. also its the most faked watch out there. Omega is stealthy and luxurious. as the saying goes 'buy a Rolex to impress others, buy an omega to impress yourself;
Its tricky. I have a beautiful Seamaster from 2002 - 2255.80.00 I deliberately avoided the Bond version. I feel I want to own a Rolex just to have owned one in my lifetime but struggle to justify it. They are all good investments. The very expensive ones though have been copied by so many other brands that they look like any other watch. The OP seemed a great choice fir its simplicity but they are messing with them now
I get what you're saying, it's hard especially these days with alot of Rolex pieces, it's not what it was 5 or even 10 years ago in terms of value, yet the underdogs have kept coming up the ranks, thanks for sharing your input!
It’s not !!! It might be when they get rid of the stupid reseese peanut butter cup button on the left side of the case … The sub still rules until then …
I agree with you; Omega Seamaster is the better watch compared to a Sub. Omega for one, has double AR coating on the crystal which makes their dials more legible. Rolex can't even give consumer AR. Dollar for dollar, Omega is a better value.
Omega over most Rolex pieces except Skydweller blue face and Daytona silver face with rubber band. Not an apples to apples but in my opinion those are the two pieces that Rolex has done that warrant attention. I own a Seamaster and it’s my EDC of choice.
I agree! The best kept ‘secret’, as far as I’m concerned! Yes, Rolex invented many features that automatic wristwatches enjoy today: The first, effective, water-resistant case, arguably among the most relevant but Rolex is a bit mundane and their innovations are still there but their watches can only withstand, I believe, between 1000-5000 gauss. The Omega has a capability of 15,000, three+ times Rolex’ capabilities. Even the 8800 movement is a superior movement to the 4130 Rolex caliber. That cyclops eye just never did it for me! I’ll take the date at 6-O-Clock, thank you!
des lee - I got the blue/gray version in July and have been nothing but extremely satisfied with it. You will love yours. Because of its versatility and robust nature it has become my daily wear timepiece. I have swapped it out for an Orient Triton when traveling and working in sketchy areas but that comes with my territory.
Well with luxury brands like omega I like the fact that they are more dedicated in the actual product itself rather than focusing on marketing strategies like rolex beside I like the fact that it is more hidden to public nowadays when we talk about a luxury watch we all reminded of rolex so In this sense I belive omega is more exclusive and what I call it for people with more taste. If you are wearing an omega not only that tells that you are wealthy but also it indicates that you are also smart enough not to pay the crazy inflated price of a rolex.
It shows that you're a much more secure person, not trying to shout and catch attention. More refined. Discreet. The 321 and Snoopy are more expensive than most Rolexes. Yet they are more discreet. E Best regards
@@super1million11 pretty sure an average used motorcycle is still more expensive than an Omega tho. You can get new Omega models for under 2K nowadays from the grey market.
I went looking for my first omega a couple years ago thinking about getting a speedy but wound up getting a planet ocean (8500). I absolutely love it. I have been an omega fan boi for 35 years and finally own one for myself. I don't dislike rolex at all, but i think their prices are hyper inflated because they have a better marketing department that created an abnormal demand for their watches.
I think you've got a fair outlook, Greg, it's similar to mine too. Definitely, I've got nothing against Rolex but like you said it's so hard to beat Omega's value. That 8500 is a damn beauty too!
Even ten, fifteen years ago Omega was on par if not better than Rolex. Overall build quality, coaxial escapement, clasp, just to name a few points. I could have picked up a Submariner as my first luxury watch back in 2008 but instead I went for the blue Bond SMP 300 and a black Planet Ocean on a rubber strap just a few months later, followed by the orange PO chrono one year later. Yes, I am an Omega fanboy and my parents also wear Omega divers since a few years. Especially my mother gets a lot of compliments for her sword hand SMP.
There are plenty of fantastic $500-1500 watches that make even buying an Omega seem silly. I guess once a person is willing to actually spend over 5k for a machine on their wrist which has been surpassed in almost every way by technology it’s all about emotion pure and simple, because it sure ain’t about logic. And I have a Rolex gmt so I do get it.
@@msbrownbeast I could have picked up a Rolex Sub on a Navy ship while I was in the Marines in 1967 for $180. I chose a Zodiac Seawolf for $120 instead, thought it looked nicer, still do! If foresight was 20/20 I would have bought the sub and kept it in a box and picked up $17,000 for it today
Having owned both Rolex Submariner 11610 and the Omega Seamaster with 2500D movement it was no contest. The Rolex destroyed it. But when the new Omega Seamaster 2018 came and the 8800 movement, it was game over. Sold my Sub for 10k (box and papers) and mice a nice little profit. Owning the new Seamaster for almost 2 years, I've never looked back. Even with the new 2020 Submariner its was pretty Meh. Took Rolex awhile to catch up to Omega. With a huge increase in price and an automatic 2 year fantasy waitlist it's not even worth it any more. Almost 10k for a diver? Nope. If I'm crossing that threshold I'm looking Blancpan, AP, PP, VC, etc...
Now this is the kind of insight I wanted to hear, as someone who's never owned a submariner and in today's market probably won't pick one up seeing as how there's fierce competition. Espeically with Rolex's latest increasingly conservative changes to the lineup I'm feeling alot of lack of imagination that I see Omega working hard to close the gap in. Now I by no means think Rolex is bad, as an owner of one they're fantastic. It's just hard to justify taking a sub today and our opinions seem to match up perfectly regarding the contest between sub and smp. Thanks for the insight!
@@WatchTWM Of course. I think it helps too that I'm in my mid 30s and knew what Rolex was all about Pre 2018. Back in the 2000's were you could literally walk into any AD, get a sports model with a 10-20% discount. Those were the days.
Hey guys I've owned my 2500D for just over 2 yrs now and to me not having anything else to compare it with it's the mutt's nuts as far as I'm concerned. Saying that the latest Seamaster is getting massive reviews so after an absolute shitty year here in England 🏴 I'm going to treat myself to the blue on steel, my SMPc is black so it'll be a nice change, keep well guys and thanks for a top review 👍
One man's experience with both brands over a span of 15 years: Have owned two Rolex (Explorer 36mm and the old Sub No-Date). Have owned two Omega Seamasters, including my current watch, a 36.5mm Seamaster with black face. Loved all of them honestly. But the Omega have been more consistent as time keepers for me and the lume is much, much better, which is important to me as a mountain trekker who occasionally finds himself out after dark.
Good input. One thing I never get as a watch fan is the obsession with lume. I really don’t care at all. If I need to know the time in the dark I use my phone or if it’s going to be a night bike ride etc I wear one of my G Shocks with a backlight. For explorers/mountain fans there are a ton of great pieces of tech to use. Same as divers watches. I have a few including a Planet Ocean GMT, ( same thing with the GMT complication - completely unnecessary as I can use my phone anywhere in the world and it auto corrects and an app like Miranda will do the business for multiple time zones, or do the maths in my head but I just love the idea and look if it ) but my son who is a Dive Instructor points out serious divers will almost always use a sophisticated Dive Computer these days perhaps with a conventional dive watch as a backup. Anyway I love Omegas and this is just my personal point of view.
@@marcdaniels9079 Developed an affinity for good watches & good lume as an Army paratrooper. You can't use your headlamp, iphone or whatever to illuminate your watch as you watch the seconds tick down before a deliberate assault.
@@marcdaniels9079 I dive with my omega Seamaster. I don't like using a dive computer. The lume is really important for me. That said when I'm doing night dives I just use my flashlight to charge the lume whenever I need to
I have the automatic Omega M300 Professional Blue Face with the coaxial movement. The bezel is the ceramic type. I have it for about 5 years. I just recently had a cleaning and maintenance done. The date number is on the right side 3 O'clock position. As for accuracy I found it to average about +2 to -2 seconds per day depending on my activity. I am wearing it 24/7.
I’ve had friends who were mugged and hospitalized for their Rolex watch. Sad our society is so violent, but no Omega acquaintances who’ve been mugged for their watch. Omegas keep better time and have longer service intervals. Ask me how I know!
I agree with you 100% I own four rolexes and now this will be my second omega I also just purchased the Omega speedmaster Moon watch these are far and beyond the Rolex. I love my rolexes but I will definitely stick with omega from now on. Much better bang for the buck and the prices of these rolexes have just gone through the roof and it's ridiculous. Thanks for your awesome review
Bang for the buck I'll take an Omega or Grand Seiko over ANY of Rolex's offerings. I just think they offer more in their movement technology and in my opinion are aesthetically more pleasing. Consider lastly the price gouging that is occuring with Rolex and it is a no brainier.
Definitely! Not to mention constant fresh new designs, and no waiting lists, for half the price. Like you said John, it's a no brainer. Appreciate your input!
I have a few Rolexes, but I am sick of paying the waiting game for the new ones I want and no way am I paying more than retail on the grey market. I’ve also had issues with Rolex ADs with whom I have a solid buying history with, playing games by wanting me to purchase watches I don’t want, (and at higher price margins than the ones I want), for the privilege of being somewhere on the list to get the watches I do want. I find that to be fairly unethical. I wanted 2020 to end on a good note, so on December 31, I went out and bought an Omega Seamaster 300M. ...My first Omega. And I love it. And even better, I walked into the AD - a store I’d never been in before and with whom I have zero buying history - and I was able to look at the watch I was thinking about purchasing, along with several others. They treated me like a valued customer the very moment I walked in the door, and they had inventory! I left the store on my original visit to give myself a few days to decide if I really wanted to purchase the watch or not. Five days later, I went in and purchased it. It was the best purchase I made in 2020 and wearing it every day since has been a joy. I’m going to cancel the order I have had in with the Rolex AD for the last four months. I’m not even interested in purchasing another Rolex until the games they’re playing with supply changes. And I’m already considering purchasing a different Omega that I looked at when I went to purchase my Seamaster. Two Omegas for the price of one Rolex? Yes, please! Life is short. I don’t want to wait months, or even years, to get a Rolex when I’ve got the money to spend and want a new watch right now. The look, feel and quality of this Omega has impressed me; the AD treated me like a valued customer; and I know I’ll actually be able to look at and purchase the watch I want...when I want it, because they have stock available. Sold. I’m a fan.
I agree with you fully Robert, and I think the fact Omega has gained so much traction in the last few years has been a testament to their vast improvement in quality, closing the gap with them and Rolex. I'm sure what's also partly at play is like you said, you can actually expect to leave the store with an Omega when you want to buy one, whereas you're handed a waiting list over at Rolex haha
You have to be patient with Rolex, and play the long game. If you can do that, you will be rewarded. I didn't settle, got the heavy hitter pieces I wanted.
@@brandonnickerson8934 life is too short to wait. i have money today i will want to get a watch today not 2-3years later. i might not be in same financial situation, or worse dead.
Rolex your buying into a brand, Omega your buying a timepiece. They will both outlive the original owner and if you have the dollar buy what makes you feel good.
i wish this endless vs Rolex trend ends .... Rolex is the most dominant brand in the industry , better watch or not ..it is a better brand and submariner is one hell of a watch with longstanding iconic status as a purpose built diver ..... Mostly people whining on here would be buying the submariner if they had the money and were offered the piece... I dont own a Rolex ..i own a Moonwatch which is the only omega worth buying.
I also pulled the trigger today. It took a long time for me to do this step. Reading about it, collecting experiences... reviews and and and... I finally had the opportunity to walk into an AD after today's work. (in the next bigger town near my home) I saw it in real life for the first time. touched it, put it on my wrist and well... I was not able to walk out of the store without it anymore 💕 It's my first luxury watch ever and an entire new experience. That dial is so amazing that I can't stop looking at it with a big smile in my face. I'm so happy with this beauty 😍 Hardest part was choosing the color. But in the end I took the black one.
I had the last gen SMP and a 2017 no date sub. I always favored the sub over the Seamaster. I sold the old Seamaster and bought a new 2020 model. Now the Sub sits on my nightstand and I wear the Seamaster everyday. Great watch!
How are you liking the Seamaster bracelet compared to the Sub? A lot of folks are complaining about sharp edges & general lack of comfort of the bracelet.
Excellent review! I was looking into buying a Rolex until today, where I was honestly told by my dealer that after waiting for a year for one that there’s a minimal chance of getting a Sub without a purchase history. They told me it would be until at least 2022 until they start getting models in regularly. This looks like a great alternative because I love the Omega technology and the fact that I’ll have money leftover without compromising on anything other than the Rolex name.
Thanks Noah! And yeah it's crazy the wait lists are insane, although I will say I talked to one dealer and he showed me a watch that was "waitlisted", and said there's some shady things that go on, like they won't show you certain watches unless you're a big shot customer. Kind of annoying this stuff happens but regardless I hope you find the watch you're looking for!
@Daytona 6263 this is solid advice. I can't think of enough reason to not buy a watch for investment. Besides, 90% of watches would be a losing strategy anyway. Would take a large fortune to make a small fortune as they say haha
I recently bought this watch for myself. I paid full retail at an AD, and I have ZERO regrets! Think about all the horror stories that luxury watch owners tell, and then imagine how many of those stories were because they said “I don’t need that much water resistance.” “What’s the point of so much anti-magnetism?” “Who even noticed chronometer accuracy?” Meanwhile, Seamaster owners have a stress-free, over-built, bada** watch; and if you think divers aren’t dressy, ask James Bond his opinion.
I agree. I’m looking into getting the SM300. AD isn’t offering discounts at this time, but I’d never buy a watch over $1000 anywhere but an AD. The slightest chance of a fake, or unseen damage would always be in the back of my mind. Also, seeing the Rolex shelves bear makes me question the integrity of the brand.
Just bought at AD with bracelet. No discounts…sales did order me the black rubber strap at no cost though. Saw my veteran DL and threw it in for free 👍🏻
I literally just purchased this exact piece and absolutely fell in love with this after my first few days of wear. People who normally do not notice timepieces actually comment on this watch.
Frankly Rolex is boring, grossly overpriced, carries too much baggage and makes you a target fir theft. Besides, its faked so much that most people will think you're wearing one 😂.
Nice review of the Omega SMP 300 Diver. I got mine in October 2018, when it was just released. The dial is beautiful, indoors or outdoors, it is nice to look at. More importantly, mine is dead accurate, keeping nearly +0 spd in accuracy. I'd like a SS Rolex professional model one day but I will not pay over MSRP for one.
good video brother…with accurate information…I know many people who own an Omega & Rolex…an opinion is a bit like an asshole everyone usually has one…some like McDonalds some like Burger King…it’s just the way it goes…I can personally say Omega is precision and class
The reason Bond producers chose Omega was because Jean Claude Biver paid them for the exclusive product placement. Bond wore a Rolex in the books because Ian Fleming wore a Rolex. Ian Fleming was also a spy in real life.
I'm an owner of my Seamaster 300 since 1967. ( I was 15) It is still telling the correct time every day and has gone up in value! My most beautiful watch.
I have this exact watch with white dial. It really is my perfect watch. I was tempted by the black dial too. To think that I could have BOTH for the price of a Submariner 😄 no contest
I’ve had a Omega Seamaster since 2000 and I have worn it daily, its had nocks and scrapes on some fairly rough stuff with no signs of failing, would I buy omega again you bet, in fact I’m considering an X33 as my next one 🥰
I couldn’t agree more even though I love the Rolex brand and throughout my life I’ve owned 6 at one time , but omega have closed the gap and I believe they’re on the same par as Rolex if not a better brand. Omega #1
Omega is a great watch,full of innovations,but in term of accuracy,they still fall behind rolex,even compared to my tudor with their new manufacture movement,the cal 8800 metas cert still can’t get the +1s per day,maybe i get the not so accurate copy after all
Went to buy my first luxury watch after 2 years of research. Wanted a Rolex. Found out its like a 2-3 year wait. Went to Omega, found a watch far more beautiful and functional than a Rolex and laid down $13k for it. Your lose Rolex.
Great video. I own a Rolex Sub and the Omega Seamaster you are reviewing here. Agree with your comments on the omega lifting it’s game and being comparable to a Rolex sub. Nice balanced review man.
What a refreshing take and review! I was set on a GMT Master-II at one point but it's no longer worth the hassle to me. Overpriced gray market stock, AD waitlist games and "pay-to-play for the watch you really want" shenanigans may likely sour watch enthusiasts to Rolex over time. It was a huge turn-off for me and I've come to have a new-found appreciation for Omega with the Seamaster 300M simply because of their innovative approach with METAS certification. Rolex seemingly continues to rest on its laurels a bit too much. Cheers!
I have both the GMT Master ll and the 'Seaweed' SMP300. They are both great and although I love the bracelet on the Rolex, I find the Seamaster a better daily wearer.
There's always two sides to a coin, having owned Rolex I can say there's value I just would reconsider the value to cost ratio in modern times. Hope that clears it up Paul!
Still "stay safe" in November 2020? 🙄 I stopped believing in May-June 2020 because *none* of my colleagues or older family members got sick, let alone die.
This is my first luxury watch and I couldn't be happier. My Seamaster is the stainless/yellow gold version and it is drop-dead gorgeous. I don't wear it in water (personal preference), but it's on my wrist 95% of the time. My plans are to keep it there until the bucket has been kicked. A Grand Seiko accompanies me if I go somewhere formal. I'm retired, so that is when I wear the "dress" T-shirt!
Hey man price isn't everything, and it certainly doesn't always correlate with any sort of superiority. In fact the only thing watch enthusiasts should be banding together against in my opinion is fashion watches. Those need to disappear haha
I totally agree with you! Rolex is ‘overhyped’, overpriced, 904L stainless steel is ‘not’ better than 316L. It’s a little more corrosion resistant and shiny but also a little softer and prone to scratches and the triple lock crown system is nice on the Rolex but ‘overkill’ and the gaskets in the Omega ‘more’ than protect the water resistance of the Seamaster! The Omega is also more accurate! I know a person who owns both a GMT Rolex and a Seamaster. He has a 3135 movement in the Rolex and an 8800 caliber in the Seamaster. He says the Seamaster is ‘more’ accurate. You may argue that the new, 3235 Rolex movement is better but I’ve read many threads online that say it isn’t. For what it’s worth, that’s what I hear! Personally, the designs of Rolex ‘hardly’ if ever really appealed to me! However, the Omega watches always stoked my interest. If you’re going by history, read up ‘carefully’ and if you’re a Rolex fan, you may be disappointed in what you find! Rolex has a ‘distinct’ design that many appreciate and love but ultimately, it is a ‘heavily’ marketed watch that ‘touts’ innovated designs! Some of those designs were ‘bought’ or ‘acquired’ and not ‘created’ by Rolex of it’s founders and Rolex was ‘not’ the first ‘serialized’, publicly offered ‘five’ watch! That honor belongs to Omega and not even BlancPain. The ‘Marine’ in 1932. Enough said!
I love the Omega seamaster professional chronograph 300, its design style and the watch craftsmanship together with the choice of materials used (i chose the rose gold and ceramic) made it an easy choice. Its regardless of the brand name, i have a rolex but the Omega is just such a good looking timepiece.
Rolex is more about iteration of the previous models from the 50th meaning more vintage inspiring look, the Omega 300 professional is from 80th iteration design, I must say it's very controversial design me personally I don't like that kind of design, Rolex is by far much more easier to swallow, the Rolex submariner doesn't have AR coating but by far much better bezel... it's all about majority test, people loving Rolex submariner than Omega 300 professional and it reflects on the prices more demand leads to more hype prices this is why Omega 300 twice the price... 😀
IMO, the Submariner is a classic watch. It looks beautiful and will endure. But, I prefer my Seamaster 300m. I find it more interesting to look at and I think the underlying technology is superior. The daniel's escapement was one of the reasons I bought mine. If I had to choose between a vintage Submariner and a modern Seamaster, I might have to think for a bit though.
Definitely, although there's something to be said about the charm of owning an icon like the submariner, it's not like the smp is "un-iconic" and I do agree with you about the technology being superior. Interesting to see what Rolex will clap back within coming years, especially knowing how long they take to make any changes to their lineup, meanwhile omega just tries to leap as far forward as they can and don't play it conservative at all.
I had a vintage submariner it had hollow links, not a fan. I also own a Rolex GMT Master 11, beautiful watch but scratches easily. My next purchase will be an Omega SeaMaster 300!
On average, yeah you've got a point, I wouldn't say expensive necessarily means better especially when everyone has a different need. Value for money changes the game alot too!
Rolex has frequent misaligned bezels, play in bezel, noisy rotor and etc. Flipped out the Sub and got Seamaster with some extra cash left for my next timepiece,never regretted ever since. Can't believe the finishing and craftsmanship is so much better yet you don't need to pay as much as a Sub. Rolex is simply overpriced.
Omega are better quality than Rolex for half the price. Added bonus no waiting list and you can even get a discount at an AD...Forget Rolex buy Omega...
I own the white dial version, for the price I think it's hard to find a better beater. Every detail from the box to the movement is well beyond what you would expect at this price. I've been wearing mine for a few months now and it still brings me a lot of joy looking at it each day.
I recently got the white dial on rubber strap. The most stunning and best fitting 42mm watch I’ve ever worn. I have a 6.5 in wrist. I have a pelagos 42 titanium, and this feels more in place
Great video, thanks for that. Just as a matter of interest, my 300M is just over a year old now, and a week ago I decided to put it on the timegrapher, it was less than a second a day out measured in one position with zero beat error which is certainly good enough for me.
The lack of a tapered bracelet is a complaint alot of people are having in these comments , would definitley be nice to have I agree, congrats on the purchase by the way!
I always wanted an Omega as the were used on the moon and they were used as the Bond watches and they were just so well made, other brands were of no interest to me. I bought my Seamaster 300 ten years ago and it still looks great l used to just use it for special occasions but now I wear is five days a week. Might as well enjoy it and while it’s great to see Omega getting the recognition it deserves I won’t be selling it ever.
The seamaster is one of the best looking watches, but the bracelet is just horrendous and nobody can change my mind. I love steel bracelets but for the seamaster the better option is the rubber strap.
@@WatchTWM Yeah, you are completely right ! I enjoy simple style of steel bracelets like the rolex president or the omega acqua terra bracelet. I hate the seamaster and the rolex jubilee one lol....
I've owned multiple Rolexes, Breitlings, and Omegas. The difference is that I've ended up selling/trading all of those Breitlings, and all but one of those Rolexes, but I still own every Omega I've ever bought. Omega is the way.
This Omega is tacky, with old design language that doesn't work anymore. The bracelet screams 90s, the helium valve is ugly and unnecessary, bezel looks like it was made by a child. I do like the dial though, beautiful. The Submariner is the classic one, the archetype of watches. There's no objective match here,only subjective.
ive had my speedy pro for almost 7 years and love it, next on my list is the seamaster 300m pro, i have had the chance to buy a submariner but everytime i hold it i dont see the value, Rolex for people that want joe bloggs to know they are successful Omega for the sophisticated that dont need to impress anyone. imo
Great watch. Have the Chronograph version. Rolex is all marketing. Submariner costs around $1500 to make. Can’t knock their perfect marketing for that $9000 mark up.
Sean Connery was notorious as James Bond , not Pierce Brosnan , also i sold my Omega Seamaster to finance my purchase of the Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean , sold the Planet Ocean to purchase my current watch . the iconic 114060 ceramic no date Rolex submariner !
To be fair which of all those guys who played in those films wasn't notorious as James Bond , even Daniel Craig is too I'd argue. There's no doubt that sub is a classic though can't argue with that!
Rolex Submariner is much cheaper in all honesty. In 2023 you can buy one for 10,600.00 and in 2030 you can sell it for 10,600+. So in essence, the Rolex is free.
Up to around $9,000 Omega has Rolex beat. The latest Speedmaster Racing without question beats the Daytona. You cannot get your hands on a Rolex Daytona Cosmograph for less than $13,000 new while a Speedmaster Racing will only cost you around $8,700. Compare the two watches feature for feature and component to component and the Daytona is lacking when compared to its rival. At the end of the day 9/10 people pick the Rolex, but we are not talking popularity. The Seamaster has the Submariner beat by a wider margin. Don't take my word on it. Plenty of videos with informed people saying the same.
Very nice watch but I do believe watches nowadays have gone so ridiculously big. In the 60's even the guys with the big wrist would have a 34mm or 36mm size watches and women wore 24mm-26mm. Now 38mm is considered for women and men can wear from anywhere from up to 46mm. A guy once told me wearing a 42mm size watch is like having a potato on your wrist, I didn't like it but it kinda is true.
rolex sucks. OMEGA IS LEAST EXPENSIVE AND TWICE AS BEAUTIFUL. im still a fan of the 90s seamasters over the newer ones. however 2264.50.00 as the best!
My dad passed away on February 1st from covid, he left me his omega seamaster 300 with the 8800 movement, it’s bitter sweet having it because my dad loved this watch as much as I do too but I’d give it up if I could have him back, until then I’ll hold on to it until I see him again so I can give it back to him because it’s more his watch then it’ll ever be mine ❤️
My condolences for your loss Sotan, thanks for sharing the touching story, be sure to cherish that watch as I'm sure you're already doing ❤️
May your dad RIP condolences 🙏🏻...he had great taste...carry on the tradition 👍🏻
Hi Sotan, sorry for your loss, my dad passed away a long time ago, it took me 5 years to come to grips with that loss.
Keep it 4 ever bud chin up I wish u the best
Bless his soul.
Ive grown to like the new wave dial on these models, but I do wish they would give you the option of having the seahorse emblem on the case-back. I used to love seeing that on the back when I owned a Seamaster
Ah a classic lover I see haha, you know with their engraving technology they really could make quite a deep and detailed seahorse but I’m sure they want to show off their improvements and decorations in the movement more than retaining its classic look. Can’t argue you with you though!
You got to see this watch in person! Way more beautiful than what it looks in picture❤️
Definitley agree with you there Alvin!
I have to agree. I was luke warm to the new wave dial design, as I was crazy about the old wave dial. But, after seeing one in person this weekend, I placed my order for a blue one this morning.
It really is horses for courses. I cannot see one really any better than the other. With reference to the watches, not the bracelets, there is not much in it other than determining which you like the look of. They both use premium materials, have similar power reserves, in-house movements (the Daniels escapement seems overhyped to me though) and prestige. The main reason I have never purchased an Omega is the bracelet, which compared to the Rolex, seems of lesser quality. I do like some Omegas and may get one anyway in the near future.
That's a fair point Allan, not everyone is a fan of this tank tread bracelet, and perosnally I do find the oyster bracelet more comfortable although I like the uniqueness of the smp bracelet
Agree 💯
lovely watch ...cheaper bracelet and that takes a lot of beating ...more than the watch itself. Locking mechanism is sloppy
At least you can walk into a shop and come out with one , Rolex on the other hand 🥱
Haha good point!
I choose omega 100%. Rolex is way too overrated, especially in hiphop. also its the most faked watch out there. Omega is stealthy and luxurious. as the saying goes 'buy a Rolex to impress others, buy an omega to impress yourself;
Great insight Mark! Love your channel by the way 👊
@@WatchTWM thanks man!!
Its tricky. I have a beautiful Seamaster from 2002 - 2255.80.00
I deliberately avoided the Bond version.
I feel I want to own a Rolex just to have owned one in my lifetime but struggle to justify it. They are all good investments. The very expensive ones though have been copied by so many other brands that they look like any other watch.
The OP seemed a great choice fir its simplicity but they are messing with them now
I get what you're saying, it's hard especially these days with alot of Rolex pieces, it's not what it was 5 or even 10 years ago in terms of value, yet the underdogs have kept coming up the ranks, thanks for sharing your input!
It’s not !!! It might be when they get rid of the stupid reseese peanut butter cup button on the left side of the case … The sub still rules until then …
How many times omega watch's second niddle moves in a second....Coz rolex movement is 8 times a second while my favre leuba hs 5 movements per second
I’ve just got the titanium 007, and will pass it to my son
I love the seamaster 300, I hate it with the bracelet though.
Yeah that's a common one, it seems it's either you hate it or you love it with the bracelet!
@@WatchTWM My personal fav. is the rubber strap or a nato strap
On a bond NATO it can look pretty damn sharp 👌, also got a review of it on a rubber strap by Zealande which it looks fire on too!
I ve ordered one in blue.
I agree with you; Omega Seamaster is the better watch compared to a Sub. Omega for one, has double AR coating on the crystal which makes their dials more legible. Rolex can't even give consumer AR. Dollar for dollar, Omega is a better value.
That's what I'm saying! 👊 Right there with you Ateeb
Until you sell!
Omega over most Rolex pieces except Skydweller blue face and Daytona silver face with rubber band. Not an apples to apples but in my opinion those are the two pieces that Rolex has done that warrant attention. I own a Seamaster and it’s my EDC of choice.
I’m glad less people like omega, keeps prices down for those who do 😂
Haha now that's the right way to look at things
+ no bling bling and posers
Lol.
I agree! The best kept ‘secret’, as far as I’m concerned! Yes, Rolex invented many features that automatic wristwatches enjoy today: The first, effective, water-resistant case, arguably among the most relevant but Rolex is a bit mundane and their innovations are still there but their watches can only withstand, I believe, between 1000-5000 gauss. The Omega has a capability of 15,000, three+ times Rolex’ capabilities. Even the 8800 movement is a superior movement to the 4130 Rolex caliber. That cyclops eye just never did it for me! I’ll take the date at 6-O-Clock, thank you!
@@edwardpetersii6276 I totally agree with the 8800 calibre comparison, appreciate your detailed insight Edward!
Feels like this video was made for me. Im getting this watch this weekend and its my first luxury watch, really excited! Thanks for the video !
I'm excited for you haha it's amazing, you're really gonna be struck when you look at the dial for the first time, which colour did you go for?
des lee Did you get it?
des lee - I got the blue/gray version in July and have been nothing but extremely satisfied with it. You will love yours. Because of its versatility and robust nature it has become my daily wear timepiece. I have swapped it out for an Orient Triton when traveling and working in sketchy areas but that comes with my territory.
You'll love it., I love mine.
How are you loving your watch? Strongly considering getting this watch for my collection.
Well with luxury brands like omega I like the fact that they are more dedicated in the actual product itself rather than focusing on marketing strategies like rolex beside I like the fact that it is more hidden to public nowadays when we talk about a luxury watch we all reminded of rolex so In this sense I belive omega is more exclusive and what I call it for people with more taste. If you are wearing an omega not only that tells that you are wealthy but also it indicates that you are also smart enough not to pay the crazy inflated price of a rolex.
It shows that you're a much more secure person, not trying to shout and catch attention.
More refined. Discreet.
The 321 and Snoopy are more expensive than most Rolexes. Yet they are more discreet. E
Best regards
you don't have to be wealthy to wear an Omega - at least in the US
@@immabee542 pretty much all this says is instead of buying a boat or motorcycle you bought a luxury watch
@@super1million11 pretty sure an average used motorcycle is still more expensive than an Omega tho. You can get new Omega models for under 2K nowadays from the grey market.
I went looking for my first omega a couple years ago thinking about getting a speedy but wound up getting a planet ocean (8500). I absolutely love it. I have been an omega fan boi for 35 years and finally own one for myself. I don't dislike rolex at all, but i think their prices are hyper inflated because they have a better marketing department that created an abnormal demand for their watches.
I think you've got a fair outlook, Greg, it's similar to mine too. Definitely, I've got nothing against Rolex but like you said it's so hard to beat Omega's value. That 8500 is a damn beauty too!
Even ten, fifteen years ago Omega was on par if not better than Rolex. Overall build quality, coaxial escapement, clasp, just to name a few points. I could have picked up a Submariner as my first luxury watch back in 2008 but instead I went for the blue Bond SMP 300 and a black Planet Ocean on a rubber strap just a few months later, followed by the orange PO chrono one year later. Yes, I am an Omega fanboy and my parents also wear Omega divers since a few years. Especially my mother gets a lot of compliments for her sword hand SMP.
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Great bang for buck and no waiting lists 🙏
You're right about that Charlie!
The _only_ reason to drop 5 figures on a Rolex sport watch is because... everyone knows you dropped 5 figures. Omega is a no-brainer. Great video.
Thanks John!
not everyone knows Rolex pricing ...just those who want one !
There are plenty of fantastic $500-1500 watches that make even buying an Omega seem silly. I guess once a person is willing to actually spend over 5k for a machine on their wrist which has been surpassed in almost every way by technology it’s all about emotion pure and simple, because it sure ain’t about logic. And I have a Rolex gmt so I do get it.
@@gmotionedc5412 I paid less than $400 for my GMT 1675 back in the day
@@msbrownbeast I could have picked up a Rolex Sub on a Navy ship while I was in the Marines in 1967 for $180. I chose a Zodiac Seawolf for $120 instead, thought it looked nicer, still do! If foresight was 20/20 I would have bought the sub and kept it in a box and picked up $17,000 for it today
Having owned both Rolex Submariner 11610 and the Omega Seamaster with 2500D movement it was no contest. The Rolex destroyed it. But when the new Omega Seamaster 2018 came and the 8800 movement, it was game over. Sold my Sub for 10k (box and papers) and mice a nice little profit.
Owning the new Seamaster for almost 2 years, I've never looked back. Even with the new 2020 Submariner its was pretty Meh. Took Rolex awhile to catch up to Omega. With a huge increase in price and an automatic 2 year fantasy waitlist it's not even worth it any more.
Almost 10k for a diver? Nope. If I'm crossing that threshold I'm looking Blancpan, AP, PP, VC, etc...
Now this is the kind of insight I wanted to hear, as someone who's never owned a submariner and in today's market probably won't pick one up seeing as how there's fierce competition. Espeically with Rolex's latest increasingly conservative changes to the lineup I'm feeling alot of lack of imagination that I see Omega working hard to close the gap in. Now I by no means think Rolex is bad, as an owner of one they're fantastic. It's just hard to justify taking a sub today and our opinions seem to match up perfectly regarding the contest between sub and smp. Thanks for the insight!
@@WatchTWM Of course. I think it helps too that I'm in my mid 30s and knew what Rolex was all about Pre 2018. Back in the 2000's were you could literally walk into any AD, get a sports model with a 10-20% discount. Those were the days.
Long gone are those days lmao
Hey guys I've owned my 2500D for just over 2 yrs now and to me not having anything else to compare it with it's the mutt's nuts as far as I'm concerned. Saying that the latest Seamaster is getting massive reviews so after an absolute shitty year here in England 🏴 I'm going to treat myself to the blue on steel, my SMPc is black so it'll be a nice change, keep well guys and thanks for a top review 👍
@@andrewwheeler8591 thanks for your comment Andrew, wishing you good health as well my friend! also I'm adding "the mutt's nuts" to my vocabulary 😂
I flipped my Rolex. I plan on keeping my SMP and Planet Ocean forever.
Those are both awesome watches, with PO do you have?
@@WatchTWM I have the 2531.80. My PO is newer with the Coaxial movement, but I love the old movement just as much. They are both amazingly aapccurate.
One man's experience with both brands over a span of 15 years:
Have owned two Rolex (Explorer 36mm and the old Sub No-Date). Have owned two Omega Seamasters, including my current watch, a 36.5mm Seamaster with black face. Loved all of them honestly. But the Omega have been more consistent as time keepers for me and the lume is much, much better, which is important to me as a mountain trekker who occasionally finds himself out after dark.
Good input. One thing I never get as a watch fan is the obsession with lume. I really don’t care at all. If I need to know the time in the dark I use my phone or if it’s going to be a night bike ride etc I wear one of my G Shocks with a backlight. For explorers/mountain fans there are a ton of great pieces of tech to use. Same as divers watches. I have a few including a Planet Ocean GMT, ( same thing with the GMT complication - completely unnecessary as I can use my phone anywhere in the world and it auto corrects and an app like Miranda will do the business for multiple time zones, or do the maths in my head but I just love the idea and look if it ) but my son who is a Dive Instructor points out serious divers will almost always use a sophisticated Dive Computer these days perhaps with a conventional dive watch as a backup. Anyway I love Omegas and this is just my personal point of view.
@@marcdaniels9079 Developed an affinity for good watches & good lume as an Army paratrooper. You can't use your headlamp, iphone or whatever to illuminate your watch as you watch the seconds tick down before a deliberate assault.
@@ericstephenson145 Good point. Chapeau to you. Braver than me man ! 👍
@@marcdaniels9079 I dive with my omega Seamaster. I don't like using a dive computer. The lume is really important for me. That said when I'm doing night dives I just use my flashlight to charge the lume whenever I need to
@@ericstephenson145 as a former Paratrooper myself, I have to agree 👍
I have the automatic Omega M300 Professional Blue Face with the coaxial movement. The bezel is the ceramic type. I have it for about 5 years. I just recently had a cleaning and maintenance done. The date number is on the right side 3 O'clock position.
As for accuracy I found it to average about +2 to -2 seconds per day depending on my activity. I am wearing it 24/7.
Hope you're still loving it Jerry! Seamaster blue is a lovely shade
Just bought last week white dial 🤍 it
A gorgeous colour, especially with the lines I think it works really well with white!
I’ve had friends who were mugged and hospitalized for their Rolex watch. Sad our society is so violent, but no Omega acquaintances who’ve been mugged for their watch. Omegas keep better time and have longer service intervals. Ask me how I know!
If I had to guess how you knew all this it was because you’re an intelligent guy who actually owns an Omega and has first hand experience? 🤔
I agree with you 100% I own four rolexes and now this will be my second omega I also just purchased the Omega speedmaster Moon watch these are far and beyond the Rolex. I love my rolexes but I will definitely stick with omega from now on. Much better bang for the buck and the prices of these rolexes have just gone through the roof and it's ridiculous. Thanks for your awesome review
Bang for the buck I'll take an Omega or Grand Seiko over ANY of Rolex's offerings. I just think they offer more in their movement technology and in my opinion are aesthetically more pleasing. Consider lastly the price gouging that is occuring with Rolex and it is a no brainier.
Definitely! Not to mention constant fresh new designs, and no waiting lists, for half the price. Like you said John, it's a no brainer. Appreciate your input!
I have a few Rolexes, but I am sick of paying the waiting game for the new ones I want and no way am I paying more than retail on the grey market. I’ve also had issues with Rolex ADs with whom I have a solid buying history with, playing games by wanting me to purchase watches I don’t want, (and at higher price margins than the ones I want), for the privilege of being somewhere on the list to get the watches I do want. I find that to be fairly unethical.
I wanted 2020 to end on a good note, so on December 31, I went out and bought an Omega Seamaster 300M. ...My first Omega. And I love it. And even better, I walked into the AD - a store I’d never been in before and with whom I have zero buying history - and I was able to look at the watch I was thinking about purchasing, along with several others. They treated me like a valued customer the very moment I walked in the door, and they had inventory! I left the store on my original visit to give myself a few days to decide if I really wanted to purchase the watch or not. Five days later, I went in and purchased it. It was the best purchase I made in 2020 and wearing it every day since has been a joy. I’m going to cancel the order I have had in with the Rolex AD for the last four months. I’m not even interested in purchasing another Rolex until the games they’re playing with supply changes. And I’m already considering purchasing a different Omega that I looked at when I went to purchase my Seamaster. Two Omegas for the price of one Rolex? Yes, please!
Life is short. I don’t want to wait months, or even years, to get a Rolex when I’ve got the money to spend and want a new watch right now. The look, feel and quality of this Omega has impressed me; the AD treated me like a valued customer; and I know I’ll actually be able to look at and purchase the watch I want...when I want it, because they have stock available. Sold. I’m a fan.
I agree with you fully Robert, and I think the fact Omega has gained so much traction in the last few years has been a testament to their vast improvement in quality, closing the gap with them and Rolex. I'm sure what's also partly at play is like you said, you can actually expect to leave the store with an Omega when you want to buy one, whereas you're handed a waiting list over at Rolex haha
You have to be patient with Rolex, and play the long game. If you can do that, you will be rewarded. I didn't settle, got the heavy hitter pieces I wanted.
@@brandonnickerson8934 life is too short to wait. i have money today i will want to get a watch today not 2-3years later. i might not be in same financial situation, or worse dead.
@@alijawed5389
A Pelagos, Seamaster, or Speedy would be perfect.
Well said! I am in total agreement...
That box makes it feel like you should be sitting on your yacht while unboxing.
Hahah I wish!
@@WatchTWM Actually, I did.
Rolex your buying into a brand, Omega your buying a timepiece. They will both outlive the original owner and if you have the dollar buy what makes you feel good.
That's a pretty fair an accurate perspective , have to agree! Although I do think there's a brand you're buying into with Omega as well
Anyone here have an Omega sea master 300 with a 6.5” wrist?
yes! me 17 centimeters and it looks great!
I do, no issues
i wish this endless vs Rolex trend ends .... Rolex is the most dominant brand in the industry , better watch or not ..it is a better brand and submariner is one hell of a watch with longstanding iconic status as a purpose built diver ..... Mostly people whining on here would be buying the submariner if they had the money and were offered the piece... I dont own a Rolex ..i own a Moonwatch which is the only omega worth buying.
Can't argue that rolex is a dominator, it's just hard to see past the value in modern day Omega vs inflated Rolex prices if that makes sense!
I have 2 Omega's, Aqua Terra in white and the SMP 300 in black, exactly like in the video.
I'm very happy with both, I enjoy wearing them.
That's a stunning sports/classy collection, a definite winning combo, nice picks!
I also pulled the trigger today.
It took a long time for me to do this step. Reading about it, collecting experiences... reviews and and and...
I finally had the opportunity to walk into an AD after today's work. (in the next bigger town near my home)
I saw it in real life for the first time. touched it, put it on my wrist and well... I was not able to walk out of the store without it anymore 💕
It's my first luxury watch ever and an entire new experience.
That dial is so amazing that I can't stop looking at it with a big smile in my face.
I'm so happy with this beauty 😍
Hardest part was choosing the color. But in the end I took the black one.
Congrats on your purchase! Super happy for you haha, you picked the right colour too ;)
I had the last gen SMP and a 2017 no date sub. I always favored the sub over the Seamaster. I sold the old Seamaster and bought a new 2020 model. Now the Sub sits on my nightstand and I wear the Seamaster everyday. Great watch!
Bingo proof right here omega was onto something that pulled submariner fans away
Im in the same situation. Seamaster 2018 > Sub
How are you liking the Seamaster bracelet compared to the Sub? A lot of folks are complaining about sharp edges & general lack of comfort of the bracelet.
The edges are not sharp in the slightest bit. It may not be quite as refined of a bracelet as a Rolex, but still very nice and it’s comfortable.
Excellent review! I was looking into buying a Rolex until today, where I was honestly told by my dealer that after waiting for a year for one that there’s a minimal chance of getting a Sub without a purchase history. They told me it would be until at least 2022 until they start getting models in regularly. This looks like a great alternative because I love the Omega technology and the fact that I’ll have money leftover without compromising on anything other than the Rolex name.
Thanks Noah! And yeah it's crazy the wait lists are insane, although I will say I talked to one dealer and he showed me a watch that was "waitlisted", and said there's some shady things that go on, like they won't show you certain watches unless you're a big shot customer. Kind of annoying this stuff happens but regardless I hope you find the watch you're looking for!
@Daytona 6263 this is solid advice. I can't think of enough reason to not buy a watch for investment. Besides, 90% of watches would be a losing strategy anyway. Would take a large fortune to make a small fortune as they say haha
Ordered my first Omega Aqua Terra GMT
I recently bought this watch for myself. I paid full retail at an AD, and I have ZERO regrets!
Think about all the horror stories that luxury watch owners tell, and then imagine how many of those stories were because they said “I don’t need that much water resistance.” “What’s the point of so much anti-magnetism?” “Who even noticed chronometer accuracy?” Meanwhile, Seamaster owners have a stress-free, over-built, bada** watch; and if you think divers aren’t dressy, ask James Bond his opinion.
Definitely! The toughness and the co-axial movements keep the stress about your watch low
A lot of places do discounts on Omega. I bought mine at 15 % off, full price AD?
@@sifutones I visited 2 Omega AD and they wouldn't even do a 10% discounts.
I agree. I’m looking into getting the SM300. AD isn’t offering discounts at this time, but I’d never buy a watch over $1000 anywhere but an AD. The slightest chance of a fake, or unseen damage would always be in the back of my mind. Also, seeing the Rolex shelves bear makes me question the integrity of the brand.
Just bought at AD with bracelet. No discounts…sales did order me the black rubber strap at no cost though. Saw my veteran DL and threw it in for free 👍🏻
I literally just purchased this exact piece and absolutely fell in love with this after my first few days of wear. People who normally do not notice timepieces actually comment on this watch.
Of course, it's a fabulous piece that catches the eye, great choice , I'm glad you're liking it Chris!
Frankly Rolex is boring, grossly overpriced, carries too much baggage and makes you a target fir theft. Besides, its faked so much that most people will think you're wearing one 😂.
I bought my 300 SMP in 2019 after I sold my Tudor BB58. No regrets at all. A great classic diver that is as good as any Submariner.
You should have kept both you tightass
I like omega more
It's hard not to with what they're putting out these days
@@WatchTWMOmega will be my first "luxury" watch for sure.
@@ryderflips7287 can't go wrong Matthew, so many damn good pieces to find at not ridiculous prices
@@WatchTWM indeed
@Ant Bo 9k on the low end haha
Nice review of the Omega SMP 300 Diver. I got mine in October 2018, when it was just released. The dial is beautiful, indoors or outdoors, it is nice to look at. More importantly, mine is dead accurate, keeping nearly +0 spd in accuracy. I'd like a SS Rolex professional model one day but I will not pay over MSRP for one.
That accuracy is quite impressive, and thanks for the kind words Tom!
good video brother…with accurate information…I know many people who own an Omega & Rolex…an opinion is a bit like an asshole everyone usually has one…some like McDonalds some like Burger King…it’s just the way it goes…I can personally say Omega is precision and class
Thanks Tony! Have to say I agree with you, the class for the price is unmatched!
The reason Bond producers chose Omega was because Jean Claude Biver paid them for the exclusive product placement. Bond wore a Rolex in the books because Ian Fleming wore a Rolex. Ian Fleming was also a spy in real life.
I'm an owner of my Seamaster 300 since 1967. ( I was 15) It is still telling the correct time every day and has gone up in value! My most beautiful watch.
Don't ever let go of that piece! Must be a true stunner I bet
See: th-cam.com/video/KQaZ7Cr9AGU/w-d-xo.html
Great story Jan
I have this exact watch with white dial. It really is my perfect watch. I was tempted by the black dial too. To think that I could have BOTH for the price of a Submariner 😄 no contest
I’ve had a Omega Seamaster since 2000 and I have worn it daily, its had nocks and scrapes on some fairly rough stuff with no signs of failing, would I buy omega again you bet, in fact I’m considering an X33 as my next one 🥰
I love having a perfect time machine on my wrist, everytime i look at my planet ocean with orange assents, it makes me smile...
I couldn’t agree more even though I love the Rolex brand and throughout my life I’ve owned 6 at one time , but omega have closed the gap and I believe they’re on the same par as Rolex if not a better brand. Omega #1
Definitely Karl, they've done a great job in the last few years espeically, appreciate your input!
Omega is a great watch,full of innovations,but in term of accuracy,they still fall behind rolex,even compared to my tudor with their new manufacture movement,the cal 8800 metas cert still can’t get the +1s per day,maybe i get the not so accurate copy after all
Went to buy my first luxury watch after 2 years of research. Wanted a Rolex. Found out its like a 2-3 year wait. Went to Omega, found a watch far more beautiful and functional than a Rolex and laid down $13k for it. Your lose Rolex.
Just glad got a black Submariner Date this year. What a Beauty but Omega makes finde watches too.
Honestly a sub still is a cracking watch, it's jsut hard to justify the market price today I find. Which ref number did you pick up?
Great video. I own a Rolex Sub and the Omega Seamaster you are reviewing here. Agree with your comments on the omega lifting it’s game and being comparable to a Rolex sub. Nice balanced review man.
Appreciate your kind words my friend !
What a refreshing take and review! I was set on a GMT Master-II at one point but it's no longer worth the hassle to me. Overpriced gray market stock, AD waitlist games and "pay-to-play for the watch you really want" shenanigans may likely sour watch enthusiasts to Rolex over time. It was a huge turn-off for me and I've come to have a new-found appreciation for Omega with the Seamaster 300M simply because of their innovative approach with METAS certification. Rolex seemingly continues to rest on its laurels a bit too much. Cheers!
Appreciate your kind and words and input Jens! Definitley agree Omega is the underdog that comes out on top in terms of value
I have both the GMT Master ll and the 'Seaweed' SMP300. They are both great and although I love the bracelet on the Rolex, I find the Seamaster a better daily wearer.
awesome watch and **great review +movement+iz+life+ keep up the great work /adult / diplomacy ***
Thanks my friend!
Omega is not a better name than Rolex. No watch company can match Rolex for brand name.
There's always two sides to a coin, having owned Rolex I can say there's value I just would reconsider the value to cost ratio in modern times. Hope that clears it up Paul!
@@WatchTWM Omega is not better than Rolex. I see your point regarding price. Most Rolex owners are not concerned with that as much.
The title is giving me alpha m flashbacks lol. Flipping fantastic video tho, those b-roll shots are top tier 🔥
Haha am I off the hook for putting Omega instead of MVMT in the title? 😂 And thanks boss!
Still "stay safe" in November 2020? 🙄 I stopped believing in May-June 2020 because *none* of my colleagues or older family members got sick, let alone die.
It’s not really a you know what thing anymore, it just stuck. I don’t know anyone who died of Covid either or even really sick for that matter.
The intro was 🔥🔥🔥 my dude! Bro I think I would buy this watch just for the box, man wtff so classy 🤩
Right?! And yeah you can actually buy the box only, for about $200 on ebay lmao
@@WatchTWM HAHAH really?? Wow, people know the box is worth the buy 😂
Keeps the value of your watch higher for resale actually if you happened to buy one without a box
This is my first luxury watch and I couldn't be happier. My Seamaster is the stainless/yellow gold version and it is drop-dead gorgeous. I don't wear it in water (personal preference), but it's on my wrist 95% of the time. My plans are to keep it there until the bucket has been kicked. A Grand Seiko accompanies me if I go somewhere formal. I'm retired, so that is when I wear the "dress" T-shirt!
Yup I'd agree Steven, it's hard to go wrong with this thing, especially as a first luxury piece, enjoy it!
@stephen fitts...how I envy you...I recently got the black smp as seen on this review...but the sedna gold is what I really wanted...enjoy my friend
I own an Omega Seamaster but I’m incredibly jealous of anybody who owns a Rolex because it is so clearly superior to my cheaper Omega..
Hey man price isn't everything, and it certainly doesn't always correlate with any sort of superiority. In fact the only thing watch enthusiasts should be banding together against in my opinion is fashion watches. Those need to disappear haha
I what way do you see a Rolex superior?
Own one and I will keep it for life. Simply beautiful.
Right there with you Dev!
I totally agree with you! Rolex is ‘overhyped’, overpriced, 904L stainless steel is ‘not’ better than 316L. It’s a little more corrosion resistant and shiny but also a little softer and prone to scratches and the triple lock crown system is nice on the Rolex but ‘overkill’ and the gaskets in the Omega ‘more’ than protect the water resistance of the Seamaster! The Omega is also more accurate! I know a person who owns both a GMT Rolex and a Seamaster. He has a 3135 movement in the Rolex and an 8800 caliber in the Seamaster. He says the Seamaster is ‘more’ accurate. You may argue that the new, 3235 Rolex movement is better but I’ve read many threads online that say it isn’t. For what it’s worth, that’s what I hear! Personally, the designs of Rolex ‘hardly’ if ever really appealed to me! However, the Omega watches always stoked my interest. If you’re going by history, read up ‘carefully’ and if you’re a Rolex fan, you may be disappointed in what you find! Rolex has a ‘distinct’ design that many appreciate and love but ultimately, it is a ‘heavily’ marketed watch that ‘touts’ innovated designs! Some of those designs were ‘bought’ or ‘acquired’ and not ‘created’ by Rolex of it’s founders and Rolex was ‘not’ the first ‘serialized’, publicly offered ‘five’ watch! That honor belongs to Omega and not even BlancPain. The ‘Marine’ in 1932. Enough said!
Very well filmed! My favorite part is the back foooshoo
It's pretty stunning on the back, can't get enough of that movement!
I love the Omega seamaster professional chronograph 300, its design style and the watch craftsmanship together with the choice of materials used (i chose the rose gold and ceramic) made it an easy choice. Its regardless of the brand name, i have a rolex but the Omega is just such a good looking timepiece.
Rolex is more about iteration of the previous models from the 50th meaning more vintage inspiring look, the Omega 300 professional is from 80th iteration design, I must say it's very controversial design me personally I don't like that kind of design, Rolex is by far much more easier to swallow, the Rolex submariner doesn't have AR coating but by far much better bezel... it's all about majority test, people loving Rolex submariner than Omega 300 professional and it reflects on the prices more demand leads to more hype prices this is why Omega 300 twice the price... 😀
IMO, the Submariner is a classic watch. It looks beautiful and will endure. But, I prefer my Seamaster 300m. I find it more interesting to look at and I think the underlying technology is superior. The daniel's escapement was one of the reasons I bought mine. If I had to choose between a vintage Submariner and a modern Seamaster, I might have to think for a bit though.
Definitely, although there's something to be said about the charm of owning an icon like the submariner, it's not like the smp is "un-iconic" and I do agree with you about the technology being superior. Interesting to see what Rolex will clap back within coming years, especially knowing how long they take to make any changes to their lineup, meanwhile omega just tries to leap as far forward as they can and don't play it conservative at all.
I had a vintage submariner it had hollow links, not a fan. I also own a Rolex GMT Master 11, beautiful watch but scratches easily. My next purchase will be an Omega SeaMaster 300!
It doesn't matter if Ωmega is better than Rolex. Rolex always will be more expensive!!!
On average, yeah you've got a point, I wouldn't say expensive necessarily means better especially when everyone has a different need. Value for money changes the game alot too!
Just brought mine yesterday. Love it!!
Glad you like it Lawrie, she's a beauty!
Rolex has frequent misaligned bezels, play in bezel, noisy rotor and etc. Flipped out the Sub and got Seamaster with some extra cash left for my next timepiece,never regretted ever since. Can't believe the finishing and craftsmanship is so much better yet you don't need to pay as much as a Sub. Rolex is simply overpriced.
Wow thats hard to beleive, but that's unfortunate man, glad you like your seamaster better!
I have the grey sea master 300 it’s amazing. It’s the best bang for your buck. Love it.
Totally agree Fabricio!
I thought I wanted the gray, until someone pointed out that it looks like a Dallas Cowboys watch. That stopped the train right on the tracks.
Omega are better quality than Rolex for half the price. Added bonus no waiting list and you can even get a discount at an AD...Forget Rolex buy Omega...
Can't argue with that Paul haha, there's for sure many pros for Omega over Rolex
This watch is the new daddy! Omega OMG
Daddy chillll (but yeah it's awesome haha)
This watch is gorgeous. > rolex imo. I'm buying one
Very well made video !
Thanks boss!
This is definitely a watch that has to be seen in person/on the wrist.
I wasn't blown away until I saw one in person and tried it on.
I own the white dial version, for the price I think it's hard to find a better beater. Every detail from the box to the movement is well beyond what you would expect at this price. I've been wearing mine for a few months now and it still brings me a lot of joy looking at it each day.
No kidding, even as a one piece collection it does a phenomenal job I find, but I totally agree it's amazing value for money
I recently got the white dial on rubber strap. The most stunning and best fitting 42mm watch I’ve ever worn. I have a 6.5 in wrist. I have a pelagos 42 titanium, and this feels more in place
Love the white dial, black bezel version of this. Hoping it will be my next watch
Cheers to that Mark!
Great video, thanks for that. Just as a matter of interest, my 300M is just over a year old now, and a week ago I decided to put it on the timegrapher, it was less than a second a day out measured in one position with zero beat error which is certainly good enough for me.
Thanks Harvey! I think that level of precision would do most if not all of us jsut fine, even by Rolex standards, nicely done
Recently bought a 2541.80 and I’m absolutely loving it, such an elegant timepiece.
I own this exact model love it can’t stop admiring it’s beauty and as a poor mechanic I could afford it
You have great taste Michael haha I agree! Best part is like you said it's an attainable grail
I owned same watch and last week I exchanged with white dial
Just got the Seamaster 300. Love it and your comparison to the Rolex Submariner. This watch just needs a tampered bracelet and it would be perfect.
The lack of a tapered bracelet is a complaint alot of people are having in these comments , would definitley be nice to have I agree, congrats on the purchase by the way!
I always wanted an Omega as the were used on the moon and they were used as the Bond watches and they were just so well made, other brands were of no interest to me. I bought my Seamaster 300 ten years ago and it still looks great l used to just use it for special occasions but now I wear is five days a week. Might as well enjoy it and while it’s great to see Omega getting the recognition it deserves I won’t be selling it ever.
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The seamaster is one of the best looking watches, but the bracelet is just horrendous and nobody can change my mind. I love steel bracelets but for the seamaster the better option is the rubber strap.
Man the bracelet is such a hit or miss it's not even funny, it really is either you love it or hate it lmao
@@WatchTWM Yeah, you are completely right ! I enjoy simple style of steel bracelets like the rolex president or the omega acqua terra bracelet. I hate the seamaster and the rolex jubilee one lol....
Fair enough Jo! You're more of an oyster bracelet guy I bet, and nothing wrong with that at all I find those bracelets super comfortable amazing
Just bought this watch today 👌
Awesome, happy for you Conor, what do you think?
Congrats! 👍
People buy rolexs not because of their quality. Chicks know what a Rolex is, chicks don't know what an omega is.
I've owned multiple Rolexes, Breitlings, and Omegas. The difference is that I've ended up selling/trading all of those Breitlings, and all but one of those Rolexes, but I still own every Omega I've ever bought. Omega is the way.
I’m bored of the Rolex nonsense. Used to be anything I’d ever wear. Now I want a watch I can genuinely chill with.
The only problem: it’s not a sub
I was waiting for this comment lmao
Said the blinkered Rolex fanboy 🤣 Great review btw 👍
@@andrewwheeler8591 haha, appreciate it Andrew!
This Omega is tacky, with old design language that doesn't work anymore. The bracelet screams 90s, the helium valve is ugly and unnecessary, bezel looks like it was made by a child. I do like the dial though, beautiful. The Submariner is the classic one, the archetype of watches. There's no objective match here,only subjective.
ive had my speedy pro for almost 7 years and love it, next on my list is the seamaster 300m pro, i have had the chance to buy a submariner but everytime i hold it i dont see the value, Rolex for people that want joe bloggs to know they are successful Omega for the sophisticated that dont need to impress anyone. imo
Great watch. Have the Chronograph version. Rolex is all marketing. Submariner costs around $1500 to make. Can’t knock their perfect marketing for that $9000 mark up.
Can't argue with that Brian, and it's definitely a watch to have especially so cheap compared to the big R!
Sean Connery was notorious as James Bond , not Pierce Brosnan , also i sold my Omega Seamaster to finance my purchase of the Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean , sold the Planet Ocean to purchase my current watch . the iconic 114060 ceramic no date Rolex submariner !
To be fair which of all those guys who played in those films wasn't notorious as James Bond , even Daniel Craig is too I'd argue. There's no doubt that sub is a classic though can't argue with that!
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Rolex Submariner is much cheaper in all honesty. In 2023 you can buy one for 10,600.00 and in 2030 you can sell it for 10,600+. So in essence, the Rolex is free.
Up to around $9,000 Omega has Rolex beat. The latest Speedmaster Racing without question beats the Daytona. You cannot get your hands on a Rolex Daytona Cosmograph for less than $13,000 new while a Speedmaster Racing will only cost you around $8,700. Compare the two watches feature for feature and component to component and the Daytona is lacking when compared to its rival. At the end of the day 9/10 people pick the Rolex, but we are not talking popularity. The Seamaster has the Submariner beat by a wider margin. Don't take my word on it. Plenty of videos with informed people saying the same.
Very nice watch but I do believe watches nowadays have gone so ridiculously big. In the 60's even the guys with the big wrist would have a 34mm or 36mm size watches and women wore 24mm-26mm.
Now 38mm is considered for women and men can wear from anywhere from up to 46mm.
A guy once told me wearing a 42mm size watch is like having a potato on your wrist, I didn't like it but it kinda is true.
rolex sucks. OMEGA IS LEAST EXPENSIVE AND TWICE AS BEAUTIFUL. im still a fan of the 90s seamasters over the newer ones. however 2264.50.00 as the best!
Haha I wouldn't go as far as saying Rolex sucks but Omega, including the one you listed, have amazing value for money you can't deny that!