Author Topic: Infographic Series - The Ones to Watch (Read 14103 times)

freefighter · « **Reply #25 on:** October 20, 2018, 06:00:32 AM »

Thanks Andy99 and Mitevo9.

freefighter · « **Reply #26 on:** October 20, 2018, 06:04:31 AM »

And now to kick-off Series #2 with the one some call Rolex’s biggest rival - Omega.

What better way to commence by the one with the most important footprint - the Moonwatch.

https://instagram.com/p/BpImkY_ACUI/

freefighter · « **Reply #27 on:** October 22, 2018, 05:35:45 AM »

And we continue with the other legendary icon of Omega - the Seamaster 300M Diver

https://instagram.com/p/BpM6gKuAjvs/

iffy38 · « **Reply #28 on:** October 22, 2018, 04:16:51 PM »

The Seamaster. As far as I am aware, it is the only watch line that started off as a dress watch, then morphed into a sports watch later. The vintage Seamasters are small, thin dressy pieces on aligator straps, but modern ones are an alternative to the Submariner.

Nice watch, but the transition from dress to sports along the way is rather interesting. There is even a Quartz version.

freefighter · « **Reply #29 on:** October 22, 2018, 04:30:19 PM »

Quote from: iffy38 on October 22, 2018, 04:16:51 PM

The Seamaster. As far as I am aware, it is the only watch line that started off as a dress watch, then morphed into a sports watch later. The vintage Seamasters are small, thin dressy pieces on aligator straps, but modern ones are an alternative to the Submariner.

Nice watch, but the transition from dress to sports along the way is rather interesting. There is even a Quartz version.

Thanks for the additional points!

Actually if you read into the history of the watch, it started off already with water resistant capabilities similar to the oyster perpetual and instead as versatile watches, neither dress nor sporty. (The Rolex OP was originally on leather straps too).

Agree that the transition to full dive watch came later.

Also the quartz point is clearly noted - hence I made the passing remark that it was the quartz model that got them through the darkest of days. I believe if not for that Omega would have struggled a lot more.

It's good stuff iffy38. Let's keep the dialogue going since the more the facts are challenged, the more it piques the curiosity to verify / validate!

dpkong · « **Reply #30 on:** October 22, 2018, 09:00:50 PM »

I like you views. Keep it coming.

freefighter · « **Reply #31 on:** October 24, 2018, 06:21:13 AM »

Quote from: dpkong on October 22, 2018, 09:00:50 PM

I like you views. Keep it coming.

Thanks dpkong. Happy to keep going as long as there is a genuine following.

freefighter · « **Reply #32 on:** October 24, 2018, 06:24:08 AM »

And I resume with the next entry for Omega. The Speedmaster ‘57.

https://instagram.com/p/BpS6MP6AVzL/

freefighter · « **Reply #33 on:** October 26, 2018, 05:15:50 AM »

And we resume our regular programming with the first of two honorable mentions: the Dark Side of the Moon.

https://instagram.com/p/BpX7yDRAmFn/

Follow me on Instagram to be notified once new updates come in. New entries come up every 2 days.
https://www.instagram.com/watchaddict.wt/.

freefighter · « **Reply #34 on:** October 28, 2018, 06:04:00 AM »

And we come to the next entry and the last for series 2.

The polarizing Omega Globemaster:
https://instagram.com/p/BpcWXG-ABlc/

freefighter · « **Reply #35 on:** October 29, 2018, 08:16:45 PM »

Before resuming with another new series, a friend has suggested that I will do a special bonus series about the most iconic limited editions of Omega Speedmasters.

When you consider that Omega has released more than 100 limited editions and still counting, some are bound to be talked about longer than others.

So what are my 2 cents on which truly became sought after? Stay tuned as I reveal my personal take of 2 legendary icons, 2 cult icons and 1 honorable mention.

Next entry out early tomorrow morning!

freefighter · « **Reply #36 on:** October 30, 2018, 05:16:46 AM »

The Special Edition on Omega Speedmaster limited editions kicks off with:

Silver Snoopy Award Speedmaster

https://instagram.com/p/BphhGGKgIu_/

freefighter · « **Reply #37 on:** November 01, 2018, 05:06:17 AM »

Special Edition #1: Part 2 of 5
2017 60th Anniversary Speedmaster

https://instagram.com/p/BpmoOiBgsYG/

jujju · « **Reply #38 on:** November 01, 2018, 07:18:58 AM »

Very informative! Keep up the good work!

freefighter · « **Reply #39 on:** November 01, 2018, 07:53:27 AM »

Quote from: jujju on November 01, 2018, 07:18:58 AM

Very informative! Keep up the good work!

Thanks jujju. Knowing that fellow forum-mers appreciate this encourages me to keep this going. Else it's just going to taper off and become a 'syiok sendiri' kinda thing. Haha!

freefighter · « **Reply #40 on:** November 03, 2018, 06:06:29 AM »

We resume now with the first of two limited edition Speedmasters that reached cult status for rather non-horological reasons.

Happy weekend ahead everyone!

Special Series: Part 3 of 5
Speedmaster Moonwatch Racing aka Tintin

https://instagram.com/p/Bprx4BkhxE9/

freefighter · « **Reply #41 on:** November 05, 2018, 04:35:19 AM »

And we now come to arguably the most recent Omega hypebeast - SpeedyTuesday.

Warning: Polarising views ahead.

https://instagram.com/p/Bpw-xyGBAYn/

iffy38 · « **Reply #42 on:** November 05, 2018, 08:15:22 AM »

I have a strong feeling that if i log in after another 2 years we are still talking about Speedmasters, if you know what i mean.

freefighter · « **Reply #43 on:** November 05, 2018, 09:00:30 AM »

Quote from: iffy38 on November 05, 2018, 08:15:22 AM

I have a strong feeling that if i log in after another 2 years we are still talking about Speedmasters, if you know what i mean.

I'm sure we will. After all, it has existed for 60 years now, so am sure there's enough content for a lot more. Haha!

But yes, Speedmaster fatigue aside, my final post on Omega will be the one after this. Then I'm moving on to the next popular brand in Malaysia - Tag Heuer with just 4 entries in the pipeline for that.
I've content being prepared for the 4th and 5th series already thereafter. Stay tuned.

iffy38 · « **Reply #44 on:** November 05, 2018, 09:35:26 PM »

Not so much that it has existed for 60 years, but the sheer number of Limited Editions out there. At the rate that you are doing this, you might need several years to cover them all.

Do note that this is by no means a criticism to your amazing series.

Looking forward to see you when you cover Tag Heuer and the other less popular brands.

freefighter · « **Reply #45 on:** November 06, 2018, 07:40:53 AM »

Haha. I completely concur and know where you are coming from.

There are more than a 100 limited editions and it was important I factored from the start I won’t be able to cover all and only picked those that I felt had a compelling horological relevance and strong following by the community for a story worth telling. And so after some very careful consideration, I decided I will only cover 5 entries.

Thanks for the continuous feedback! I mean it when I say it, this series is only possible when I am getting such comments - as it tells me someone’s reading and that there’s an interest for what is coming next!

dpkong · « **Reply #46 on:** November 06, 2018, 10:03:18 PM »

Have no doubt that you have people reading your posts. I too concur that the Speedy Tuesday is over hyped. Not that I wouldn't mind having one (I'm a sucker for panda dials as well

) but the price points are a bit too hard to accept.

freefighter · « **Reply #47 on:** November 07, 2018, 04:42:24 AM »

And here’s the final Part of the special series on the Omega Speedmaster Limited Editions.

CK2998 First Omega in Space
https://instagram.com/p/Bp4hbdwBVpe/

freefighter · « **Reply #48 on:** November 07, 2018, 04:46:20 AM »

Quote from: dpkong on November 06, 2018, 10:03:18 PM

Have no doubt that you have people reading your posts. I too concur that the Speedy Tuesday is over hyped. Not that I wouldn't mind having one (I'm a sucker for panda dials as well ) but the price points are a bit too hard to accept.

Agreed on the price points. I guess when you think about it, it is hard to put a price tag on luxury.

Perhaps that’s why you have micros such as Dan Henry and Undone trying to tap into the unserved segment who like the vintage chrono dials but unable to stomach the cost of entry.

dpkong · « **Reply #49 on:** November 07, 2018, 07:04:52 PM »

Why does the ref. number 311.10.39.30.01.001 point to this instead?

https://www.omegawatches.com/watch-omega-speedmaster-57-chronograph-38-6-mm-31110393001001

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Author Topic: Infographic Series - The Ones to Watch (Read 14103 times)