Comparison Rolex Sub Vs Omega Seamaster!

[jokr82]

I Know The Rolex and Omega are Enemies( in the good Words) I Think

Please Guys Don´t Hit Me

So Do You Guys Agree with this?

http://www.thetickingtruth.com/watch...cean-throwdown

I am in doubt

[tedscott3]

I don't really disagree with any of the article except a Rolex Submariner has an undefinable charm, prestige, coolness, call it whatever you want that an Omega will never have. I have had both watches.

[RolexDivers]

Originally Posted by tedscott3

I don't really disagree with any of the article except a Rolex Submariner has an undefinable charm, prestige, coolness, call it whatever you want that an Omega will never have. I have had both watches.

Very well said ... it is that undefinable that you mentioned that will always give it an edge!!

[Roller07]

Link wouldn't load for me.

But even without seeing the article I can say their is no comparison.

[threemonkeys]

Originally Posted by RolexDivers

Very well said ... it is that undefinable that you mentioned that will always give it an edge!!

Marketing?

[AK797]

Originally Posted by threemonkeys

Marketing?

I wouldnt say its marketing, its more prestige and a higher defined luxury.

Having said that I really like the new ceramics from Omega, PO and SMP, which I think are a step up in quality and attractiveness from the older models.

[FLY-DOG]

I bought an Omega Seamaster in high school in the 1960's and went scuba diving with it many times. The Omega SM was a fine watch and within my price range at the time. Later in life when I could easily afford Rolexes I bought a new Submariner. It's sort of like, while my Mustang GT500 is a fine car for the money and gets the job done, if I could afford a new Ferrari F12berlinetta I wouldn't be driving the Mustang. Nuff said.

[nick c]

Originally Posted by tedscott3

I don't really disagree with any of the article except a Rolex Submariner has an undefinable charm, prestige, coolness, call it whatever you want that an Omega will never have. I have had both watches.

X2

[do or die]

Pretty much agree with the article, I have both, love both, but I'd give the sub the slight edge.

[balboa73]

Originally Posted by tedscott3

I don't really disagree with any of the article except a Rolex Submariner has an undefinable charm, prestige, coolness, call it whatever you want that an Omega will never have. I have had both watches.

Lets be clear. Rolex owners 'want' to think it has undefinable charm, prestige, and coolness.

[RolexDivers]

No one has taken on the classic SUB and won .... battles rage on about bracelets and case sizes and craftsmanship but each time, the sub comes out on top .... if you want the Omega SM, I suggest you check out the sub and wait a little longer to collect your funds but get the SUB ... there is nothing like the sub ...the most copied sports and diver watch design on the face of this earth... and there is a very good reason why: Because SUB is the GOD Diver!

[slvrbulletv6]

When I think of a dive watch. I think Sub. It was what I knew since I was younger. Rolex marketing/brand brainwashed me from the beginning thanks to the product placement with James Bond haha! Although Omega became a James Bond movie sponsor later on, but if it was Omega first then I'd probably prefer an Omega over Rolex. Both are great watches.

[mmmk604]

It's unfortunate that my wrists are way too small to wear a PO. I love the watch, but it's thicker than my G-Shock!

[jeffjcc]

Ok... As I spend most of my time in TRF general Rolex discussions... Why does the "Planet Ocean" not say PLANET OCEAN on the watch face?

What gives these omega people the satisfaction of wearing the "Planet Ocean"

Is there some other distinct factor that I'm not aware of? Because A TON of omega watches say "seamaster"

[Bernie.H.]

An interesting well written article. Not surprised that the PO came out on top.

[hpowders]

(As a side note, Paul Pluta rates Rolex as a prestige watch maker at 7 out of 10 and Omega at 6 out of 10. Breitling was 7 out of 10.
For anyone who is interested, the king of snobbism rated Patek Philippe as 10 out of 10.
So if you take him seriously, Rolex rates ahead of Omega on the prestige scale.)

Good article, though. I already have a Sub and I would be delighted to add the Omega. Couldn't go wrong with either one.

[GarageBMW]

interesting read, thanks for sharing

[Alain Lee]

Interesting comparison! I have both watches. 116610 and the 232.( 42mm ) PO. If I can only have 2 watches, I must say these 2. love them both, no one is a clear winner, I just rotate them, depending on my mood of the day :)

[CDNWatchNut]

I own several Omegas, 2 of which are PO's, and i think they're fantastic watches in their own right. In a purely objective comparison, I can see how the PO and sub would match up fairly closely, however, subjectively, there's no comparison. The sub wins hands down as THE iconic dive watch.

[swils8610]

Breitling over Omega? No way. I've owned both....still have the Sub.


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[joe100]

Omega makes a fine diver in its own right. The Seamaster has been through hundreds of iterations over the years but the Sub has stayed mostly the same. I like 'em both

[CDNWatchNut]

Originally Posted by joe100

Omega makes a fine diver in its own right. The Seamaster has been through hundreds of iterations over the years but the Sub has stayed mostly the same. I like 'em both

Bingo

[balboa73]

Originally Posted by jokr82

I Know The Rolex and Omega are Enemies( in the good Words) I Think

Please Guys Don´t Hit Me

So Do You Guys Agree with this?

http://www.thetickingtruth.com/watch...cean-throwdown

I am in doubt

yes. Omegas Planet Ocean 8500 is the 2nd best sports watch in the affordable luxury range. The Rolex DEEPSEA is # 1 IMHO.

Clearly you cannot go wrong with the Submariner as well.

[jlc123]

I have both and much prefer the Planet Ocean.

[busytimmy]

I do love my 8500 Planet Ocean. Such great fit/finish/quality for the price. Really, really impressive watch.

[aprasert]

These comparisons are like the car magazine tests. The Audi/Infiniti/Lexus takes on the venerable BMW 3 series turn to page 56 to find out who came out on top!...

Both are great watches. Like a true watch addict I like both and want both. And a Blancpain 50 fathoms, AP Royal Oak, PP Nautilus....

[autisticlove]

Although not the same references discussed in the article, I've owned the 14060M and a PO 42 2500. Both are great and I sold the Sub a few months back because I was tired of seeing one on every other wrist in town. I love the PO but I've NEVER been able to get the bracelet to fit just right and that's become quite irritating over the last few months. It keeps marvelous time, but ultimately, there's a good chance I go back to the Sub or possibly an SD. As far as best overall sporting watch, I'd lean toward the Sub, because I find its size much more versatile and it weighs a touch less as well.

[George Ab]

First, John B. Holbrook, II does the best reviews and as far as I know started the type of format the author used. Not that it is trade marked, just a tip of the hat to John.

Omega definitely has a winner. Free sprung balance, balanced bridge, and the co-axial escapement. I really like that for time zone changes the hour hand jumps without hacking the movement so you do not lose the exact time. Also, finally, the bracelet links are removed with screws vice pin and collar. It is a gosh tall (thick), but still doable. 200g is a heavy watch, for me too heavy particularly with the height off of the wrist. Not as bad as the DSSD, but approaching that arena. A dive watch should be comfortable and I believe Omega missed the boat on that one with the new Seamaster.

Personally, I am not that fond of either watch. I would take a old school Submariner 16610 as for me it just works. I also prefer the older Planet Ocean as it is significantly more comfortable then the new Seamaster. Not that I likely would find one in my collection. A 16610LV or a Seadweller 4000... now those are dive watches that I would own.

[ericwanch]

The Omega SM 300M is my very first higher value watch. Bought it because I like the blue dial and bezel plus the applied markers, red seamaster wording and of course the new (then) co-axial 2500C movement. Frankly, I don't know much about watches then. Still own it.

Forward almost a 7 yrs later and a few more luxury watches, I would surely opt for the Sub now if to choose between the 2. Omega is still a great watch but given the history, I will go for a Speedy rather than a Seamaster. Any taker for my preloved and well kept Seamaster? Just kidding, will keep it for sentimental reason.

[jojosnr]

Well, i think they are both great. Of course I am looking at DSSD and PO.