Why customers love Omega?

I fell in love with this Omega from the 1970s, 1969 to be precise. Its Hesalite crystal, its tonneau case, and its sunray dial are its charms. It's a very understated model, but it reveals itself, so you stop and look at it. The play of colors from those years is incredible.

Ever since I was a child, my father spoke to me about the Speedmaster as a legendary watch. Long before I became interested in watchmaking, I was already fascinated by the history of space exploration. When I began to delve into the world of watchmaking, the Speedmaster quickly became a favorite with me. Through its stories, its exploits, and its role in major space missions, I fell in love with its history. Its aesthetic only strengthens this connection: the deep, almost hypnotic black dial, on which the white hands seem to float as if weightless. The watch literally changes its appearance in the dark, and every time I look at it, I feel like I'm traveling. I thought I could never go beyond the atmosphere. With this watch, I feel like I've already traveled much further.

You thought that only the Nautilus or the Royal Oak could embody the luxury sports watch in steel with an integrated bracelet in the 70s??? Well let me introduce you to the Seamaster Cosmic reference 166.0195. An angular case with large chamfers, a bezel inserted into the case, a mineral glass revealing a superb iridescent blue dial. This version has the caliber 1012 but there is also a version with the day and date. There have also been other dials (black, taupe, gray) and other indexes (notably in the shape of squares). Paradoxically the crown is screwed but the back is clipped... too bad for a "Seamaster"... But hey we easily forget it when we look at the other characteristics of the watch. The bracelet called "Chatelain" from the name of its manufacturer is perfectly integrated into the case. It has chamfers in the exact extension of the case. It is a watch that attracts the eye, that calls for discussion especially among Omega fans. And I think that is what I like most about this watch, the fact that it arouses curiosity, that its rarity means that we do not see it often and that it has been the starting point of wonderful watchmaking discussions.

First of all, I won't talk about the Speedmaster's lunar history here; others have already done so, and sometimes very well. Instead, let's look at the Speedmaster as it is, that is, a hand-wound chronograph. In these functions, it fulfills its role very well; the chronograph is very readable and accurate, and the ritual of winding it every two days is more than pleasant. I've owned many Speedmasters (limited editions, 321s, triple dates, etc.), but if you want to enter the world of vintage, this 145022 from the late 1980s is the best entry point! (And all Speedmasters from the 1990s, for that matter). They offer an excellent compromise between vintage patina and modern quality, without the price of the 1960s models or the current ones! The patina of the Omega Speedmaster is a subtle, sometimes discreet, but oh so evocative chapter in the history of this legendary watch. It's a slow, organic, and intimate transformation—a testament to the passing of time, engraved not in stone, but on the dial, hands, and hour markers. Until the mid-1990s, Omega used tritium (marked "T SWISS MADE T" on the dial). This luminescent material, now obsolete, has the charm of perishable things. Over the years, the original off-white turns honey yellow, soft ivory, or sometimes caramel beige, depending on storage conditions. The patina of a Speedmaster is not an artifice. It is not intentional; it is the product of time, use, and light. It whispers stories without shouting them, and it is precisely in this muted elegance that it stands out: a nobility not displayed, but lived. When patina is noble, it is the discreet gold of time. This is why there will always be a vintage Speedmaster in my collection.

This piece is a real favorite that is part of the quest for my first vintage timepiece. It brings together everything I was looking for, namely a precise movement (COSC), a contained case size, a prestigious brand, an original and limited dial and a so-called "dressy" style. The fluted bezel and the astral blue of the bracelet complete this harmonious ensemble, resolutely elegant, timeless, discreet and which will certainly speak to connoisseurs.

…it might be this one… I have a special affection for Omega, which I consider to be a truly exciting manufacturer with extraordinary collections. The Speed Master is the ultimate chronometer with such a recognizable design that I never get tired of. And much less flashy than the recent Daytos. The 2021 model with the 3861 module is great and the strap is incredibly comfortable! For me it’s a must-have. Right now I’m wearing it on a NATO strap, it gives it a great vintage style.

Having reached the end of my romance with my BB58, I was looking for a diver that would eventually replace it! My target: a diver with a blue dial to diversify my collection, classy, with greater water resistance and a superior finish! Although not a fan of James Bond at the base, I opted for this reference, which is quite difficult to access new, for its spirit of synthesis of all the Seamasters, especially those that appeared in the various spy films! A recent Seamaster but which takes up the codes of the past, with an aluminum dial and bezel, a wave pattern dial like Pierce Brosnan's first, a Lollipop hand, the triangle of the diving bezel replaced by a 60 very consistent with the reference and its usefulness to quantify the 60 minutes making up an hour! In addition, I like sober watches, but I like it just as much when this sobriety hides an exclusivity, a particular brand or a secret animation... and there bingo! Its dial side is sober, classy, in a sumptuous blue! On the back, we can see the co-axial caliber with a particularity or even a fantasy: a sapphire crystal animated by the entrance scene of James Bond, where he appears in the gun barrel! the kind of little signature that I love and that you have to turn over to see! The animation is activated by the lollipop hand inspired by the film spectre! In short, beyond these elements the main reason for this quest is above all its deep blue color that I was looking for but also and above all the ability of this watch to be as dressy as it is sporty! Only happiness since its acquisition! More photos on my insta profile: @watchyab

This watch is my biggest watch crush and I was lucky enough to acquire it a little over 3 years ago! However, I discovered it a year earlier on the internet on famous watch news sites! Not having a watch of watch quality at that time, this watch quickly became my fantasy, but living in Reunion Island the hope of coming across it was slim! Moral of the story, the local distributor, a renowned watchmaker had it in his window. It was even more beautiful than in the photo, I was hypnotized right away, excited like a kid in front of Zidane or a Porsche 911! Not having the financial means to acquire it at that time, I told myself that I must trust in fate, and take the time to save up at the risk of seeing it pass under my nose, for its rarity (2998 copies in the world), especially in Reunion Island. So after a year, armed with the budget for the item (€5,400 new) I went back to this shop, telling myself that if it was still there it was for me! Another moral of the story: it was still there, to the great astonishment of the manager and the salesperson, who in their experience had never seen such a piece remain so long without a buyer! It has shared my life, my joys and disappointments for a little over 3 years and is my watchmaking grail while it is the first watch in my collection that has been completed since. Shivers, emotions, it is classy, racing, it makes me vibrate! I love it and I can only recommend it to buyers who will be able to find it only second-hand from now on, all the new models having been sold worldwide. You can discover my collection on my Instagram @watchyab

This is the latest arrival in my collection. 70s style as often with still very prominent angles on the case. It is equipped with the Omega 1481 caliber widely used by the brand during the 70s. I had been eyeing it for a while for its discreet proportions all in finesse, and its confidential notoriety compared to the Speedmaster and other Seamaster or Constellation. Although it is not extra-thin strictly speaking, it gives the visual feeling of being so. Its 34mm diameter seems larger given the configuration of the bracelet integrated into the case. It is a simple watch with a very characteristic sharp line, which fits perfectly into my collection. Purchase price at auction (including fees) €450 Nice catch ;-)

As a fan of watchmaking and space exploration, I quickly coveted the Speedmaster. At first, with a still-burgeoning passion, the budget seemed unrealistic. But with time and some research, I finally found this specific Speedmaster reference (Reduced 3510.50.00), which is, in my opinion, the Reduced version with the closest design to the original. It's powered by the Omega 3220 movement, which is admittedly less prestigious than other calibers from the brand, since it's an ETA 2892-A2 modified by Dubois-Depraz to integrate a chronograph module. But ultimately, in an automatic version, it's perhaps an advantage, right? I quickly realized that I wouldn't necessarily have appreciated a "Pro" on my wrist any more. With its 39 mm and automatic movement, it's truly comfortable to wear! It's mounted on an aftermarket Uncle Seiko strap, specific to the Reduced, which I find to be of excellent quality and very comfortable. In short, it's not a "Pro," but in my heart, it's just like that.