Rolex vs Omega

[skyman51]

I have owned many Rolex watches over the last 40 years and currently have three. I will always own and wear a Rolex. I was offered and took an Omega Seamster Professional "James Bond" I hate to say it but here are my observations. It is a great looking watch with an ornate embossed logo on the back cover making faking one very difficult. It keeps perfect time and is a certified chronometer. Finally it is the best and most comfortable bracelet I have ever worn, and the clasp mechanism is better quality and design than any Rolex I have had including the new clasp. I am sure Omega has a patent on it. It is the mechanical not quartz watch and it too is pressure tested to 330m/1000ft. If you don't need the ego boost of wearing the Rolex Sub or GMT or Daytona, this is a great watch at a great price.

[capote]

It doesn't have to be either/or when it comes to Rolex and Omega. Both companies makes very good watches. I have a Rolex but I would like to add an Omega down the line as well.

[azguy]

Been saying that for years, the omega clasp is the best IMHO, I love SMP's

easy to wear, steathly, great bracelet and more afforable than crazy Rolex MSRP's

[The GMT Master]

The one thing making the deciding difference in the past was the fact that Rolex had a true in-house movement, whilst Omega didn't. Now Omega do have their own in-house movements (the cal. 8500 basic time and date movement and the cal. 9300 chronograph movement), it's becoming harder and harder to justify getting a Rolex over the equivalent Omega. The cal. 8500 is such a big step up in terms of finishing, performance, power reserve and service intervals, it makes the cal. 3135 look terribly dated.

There are some watches where Rolex are still in a league of their own (GMT, Explorer II, Sky-Dweller, YM II), but for pretty much every other model, Omega has a better priced, equally (or more) capable option. Sure, Omega has a legacy of some pretty terrible watches in the 80s and 90s to get off its back (which has done a lot of damage to its reputation), but if you look at the product it is making right now, it is rapidly becoming a market leader. Rolex hasn't had a serious like-for-like competitor since the 70s - things have changed, and Omega is there to take some market share

[munshpe]

Makes me want an Omega!

[skyman51]

Originally Posted by azguy

Been saying that for years, the omega clasp is the best IMHO, I love SMP's

easy to wear, steathly, great bracelet and more afforable than crazy Rolex MSRP's

Forget the MSRP which is great, I bought this watch as a complete set used. It is a 2004 model. I paid $1200.00 for it and I can't tell it from new, except for minor scratching on the clasp from resting and moving it on a desk top. It has been Omega serviced less than a year ago.

[1watchaholic]

I fall into the camp of why not both!! I have 2 Rolex's and 4 Omega's and love them all. They are worn for different occasions, functions etc. Mercedes or BMW?? Why not both...

[azguy]

work of art

[mannyv11]

I love my 16610 but I'm planning on my next watch to be that beautiful Omega Planet Ocean. Haven't decided which one yet but BOY are they awesome watches. And when you can easily get 25% discount on them from your AD, you really can't go wrong.

[zion_rasta]

No one is going to dispute your comment. Omegas are good...

But like you said, it does not give you the Kung POW! of the Rolex.

If you do not care, then yep... great watch to have.

Now, remember the next time you are in a meeting and the rolexes are flashing around the table and you are hiding the omega... it may subcounciously impact your self confidence....

[acce1999]

As have been said: Both are well worth considering. I have them both on my track record, and am currently waiting to try on the new Speedmaster: "First watch in space" as released in Basel this year.

[Sherwooddavid]

Originally Posted by capote

It doesn't have to be either/or when it comes to Rolex and Omega. Both companies makes very good watches. I have a Rolex but I would like to add an Omega down the line as well.

My next purchase will be an Omega Speedmaster 3573.50.

[ttomczak]

Just read my sig to see my opinion...

and #4 on the list for the "first watch in space" from my AD...

As for the Doxa, I love Clive Cussler's books. And it's the "rare" CC signed one...

[Rollme]

Looks like a made in china bracelet..says so on the last engraving at the bottom....china....

[cedargrove]

I like Omega and have checked out many of them. I can certainly see myself getting one. Quality seems very good, but I don't agree that the bracelet is better than the new Rolex bracelet.

[Rollme]

Originally Posted by Sherwooddavid

My next purchase will be an Omega Speedmaster 3573.50.

Careful..i wanted a 3573.50 with the sapphire case back and the pushers were very loose..was told that after i purchase the watch the pushers would have to be screwed in tight by taking the case back off and movement removed,they are screwed in from the inside.

[Rollme]

Originally Posted by The GMT Master

The one thing making the deciding difference in the past was the fact that Rolex had a true in-house movement, whilst Omega didn't. Now Omega do have their own in-house movements (the cal. 8500 basic time and date movement and the cal. 9300 chronograph movement), it's becoming harder and harder to justify getting a Rolex over the equivalent Omega. The cal. 8500 is such a big step up in terms of finishing, performance, power reserve and service intervals, it makes the cal. 3135 look terribly dated.

Ahhh BS!We'll see in about 5 years how these supposedly longer service movements work out,my bet is there will be lots of problems like there always are with omega.The guy ran around trying to convince watch makers to buy his escapement,believe me he went to rolex first.
You know what GMT Master?.....I'm going out to buy another Rolex with the superior 3135 movement..you continue convincing me to buy more!

[Frosty]

Good timing! I am wearing my my Seamaster 300M Diver Chronometer Titanium today I agree it is one of my favorite watches.

[/QUOTE]

Here is a thread with some members Omegas:

http://rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=239167

[mannyv11]

Originally Posted by Rollme

Ahhh BS!The guy ran around trying to convince watch makers to buy his escapement,believe me he went to rolex first.
You know what GMT Master?.....I'm going out to buy another Rolex with the superior 3135 movement..you continue convincing me to buy more!

Congrats?

[ttomczak]

Originally Posted by Rollme

Ahhh BS!We'll see in about 5 years how these supposedly longer service movements work out,my bet is there will be lots of problems like there always are with omega.The guy ran around trying to convince watch makers to buy his escapement,believe me he went to rolex first.
You know what GMT Master?.....I'm going out to buy another Rolex with the superior 3135 movement..you continue convincing me to buy more!

While not a "true" inhouse movement, the 2500 has been used since 1999... And there are few if any real problems... Seems like you have had bad experiences with Omega... Shame... But both brands have had problems occasionally... (see the thread on the guy who had to send his DSSD back after 13 days)...

I vote with my pocketbook as they both have a place on my wrist...

Thanks!

[Mystro]

They are both great watches. Why even enter the comparison, that can never be proved on which is better??? These Brand x vs Brand Y sound like a pitiful justification on why you bought the brand you did.

[ttomczak]

Originally Posted by cedargrove

I like Omega and have checked out many of them. I can certainly see myself getting one. Quality seems very good, but I don't agree that the bracelet is better than the new Rolex bracelet.

In truth, with my SUBc, the gridlock finally came in close (or equal for arguments sake) to the comfort of the Omega...

[ManUtd]

I like and own both. My next Omega will probably be the PO Titanium.

[capote]

Originally Posted by zion_rasta

Now, remember the next time you are in a meeting and the rolexes are flashing around the table and you are hiding the omega... it may subcounciously impact your self confidence....

Are you serious? What do you do if somebody has a Patek?

Originally Posted by Rollme

Careful..i wanted a 3573.50 with the sapphire case back and the pushers were very loose..was told that after i purchase the watch the pushers would have to be screwed in tight by taking the case back off and movement removed,they are screwed in from the inside.

Oh yeah I remember you. Omega watches have fake pushers. You were going to buy a "bluesy subby-wobby" if I remember correctly.

[ndsleep612]

Originally Posted by Rollme

Ahhh BS!We'll see in about 5 years how these supposedly longer service movements work out,my bet is there will be lots of problems like there always are with omega.The guy ran around trying to convince watch makers to buy his escapement,believe me he went to rolex first.
You know what GMT Master?.....I'm going out to buy another Rolex with the superior 3135 movement..you continue convincing me to buy more!

George Daniels wore a Rolex datejust himself. If the inventor of the co-axial escapement wears a Rolex himself, how can omega convince their consumers that its superior?

[mopsey]

I was in an Omega boutique yesterday and tried a PO on. A very nice time piece and one i'd give serious consideration to on my next purchase.

[jdc]

Originally Posted by zion_rasta

No one is going to dispute your comment. Omegas are good...

But like you said, it does not give you the Kung POW! of the Rolex.

If you do not care, then yep... great watch to have.

Now, remember the next time you are in a meeting and the rolexes are flashing around the table and you are hiding the omega... it may subcounciously impact your self confidence....

How shallow that would make me wear an Omega even more

[Knappo 1307]

Originally Posted by zion_rasta

No one is going to dispute your comment. Omegas are good...

But like you said, it does not give you the Kung POW! of the Rolex.

If you do not care, then yep... great watch to have.

Now, remember the next time you are in a meeting and the rolexes are flashing around the table and you are hiding the omega... it may subcounciously impact your self confidence....

[roadcarver]

I have the same watch and the bracelet on the Seamaster (Bond) and Speedy are one of the comfiest.

Originally Posted by skyman51

I have owned many Rolex watches over the last 40 years and currently have three. I will always own and wear a Rolex. I was offered and took an Omega Seamster Professional "James Bond" I hate to say it but here are my observations. It is a great looking watch with an ornate embossed logo on the back cover making faking one very difficult. It keeps perfect time and is a certified chronometer. Finally it is the best and most comfortable bracelet I have ever worn, and the clasp mechanism is better quality and design than any Rolex I have had including the new clasp. I am sure Omega has a patent on it. It is the mechanical not quartz watch and it too is pressure tested to 330m/1000ft. If you don't need the ego boost of wearing the Rolex Sub or GMT or Daytona, this is a great watch at a great price.

[Rollme]

Originally Posted by capote

Are you serious? What do you do if somebody has a Patek?



Oh yeah I remember you. Omega watches have fake pushers. You were going to buy a "bluesy subby-wobby" if I remember correctly.

No no,,,locks,they have fake locks for the pushers.