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Main Forums => General Discussion - Modern Watches => Topic started by: erin8817 on July 30, 2013, 09:58:25 PM
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Hi gurus,
I'm looking for a daily beater and have narrowed down my search to
1) Omega Seamaster 300M ceramic
2) Tudor Pelagos
Can someone help to advice on which one is the better choice?
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not a guru but I used to own the Omega SMP Seamaster Co-Axial.
Just got the Pelagos recently.
Both priced quite close with the Pelagos costing slightly more. Both using ETAs, the Omega with a Co-Axial escapement
Omega's pros- very accurate, more dressy than the Pelagos, gorgeous bracelet but very prone to scratches, makes you feel like Bond, a model that has evolved through many versions
Pelagos' pros- killer lume on both bezel and dial, looks more tool like, beautifully sculpted titanium case, bracelet and an expandable, very comfortable folding clasp, a totally new model
Pelagos far fewer owners.......
I prefer the Pelagos by far, no doubt...
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Thanks JOS..
Im in a real dillemma. Add a couple for K, i can get a Omega PO 8500.
Then if i go PO, add somemore K, i can get a SubC date...
What a headache..
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Tudor Pelagos.... :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
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Thanks JOS..
Im in a real dillemma. Add a couple for K, i can get a Omega PO 8500.
Then if i go PO, add somemore K, i can get a SubC date...
What a headache..
Did you just say PO?? :thumbsup: :thumbsup: Yes, that is a fantastic choice. I also have the sub-C date, but between the 2, I'll go for the PO anytime. Super accurate watch with the new Cal. 8500.
(http://i1244.photobucket.com/albums/gg574/loochunboon/po110713_zps2267e62a.jpg) (http://s1244.photobucket.com/user/loochunboon/media/po110713_zps2267e62a.jpg.html)
Sorry....old picture.
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First Daily watch - Omega
When you have 2-3 Fun Daily watches - Tudor
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If you get the Pelagos or the Omega PO, you might still hunger for the Sub C Date. Go for the one that you really yearn for.. :Praying:
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Thanks JOS..
Im in a real dillemma. Add a couple for K, i can get a Omega PO 8500.
Then if i go PO, add somemore K, i can get a SubC date...
What a headache..
Haah...haah...bro, haven't we all been there before ? Six degrees to horological nirvana. My 2 sens worth is that this logic very dangerous on the bank balance......
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My vote is the Pelagos....most visually balanced timepiece I have seen in recent times.......but then that's just my OCD kicking in.
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For quite awhile you were averse to Omegas but now an Omega convert.....
The new 8500 & 9300 movements are really excellent..really up there, both visually and technically.., pricing of Omegas fast approaching Rollie territory...
To be fair however, I still think the 904L steel of Rollies is superior, wonder why no other manufacturer uses them..
Did you just say PO?? :thumbsup: :thumbsup: Yes, that is a fantastic choice. I also have the sub-C date, but between the 2, I'll go for the PO anytime. Super accurate watch with the new Cal. 8500.
(http://i1244.photobucket.com/albums/gg574/loochunboon/po110713_zps2267e62a.jpg) (http://s1244.photobucket.com/user/loochunboon/media/po110713_zps2267e62a.jpg.html)
Sorry....old picture.
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I will choose Pelagos, just to be more unique and the lume steal my heart bigtime.
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Pelagos... it is not so common and looks functionally cooler... although i wish it was made out of stainless steel though... at the end of the day, whatever you think looks better on your wrist...
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Just go for Omega.....every watch guy should own an Omega...never go wrong with it.
:thumbsup:
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Another vote for Tudor Pelagos. The overall look of the Pelagos is cleaner and the dial has better contrast for easier reading IMO.
Those criterias are important for me as the daily beater.
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go to the respective dealers, try both on.
buy the one that feels more comfortable on you.
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my vote for omega... co axial ......
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As owner of an Omega PO, I'd say Omega is the way to go :thumbsup:
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How about the Tudor Black Bay bro?
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How about the Tudor Black Bay bro?
still co axial a head eta a lot..
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get both :thumbsup:
here's how:
First get the Omega.. shop around.. some ADs are giving pretty good discount.
The Pelagos is still relatively new... standard/no discount given. After a year or so, re-visit the Pelagos.
:Cheers:
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the two you mention have ceramic bezels.
if i was going to get a daily beater with a ceramic bezel, hands down it will be the Oris Aquis :P
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Vote definitely goes to Tudor Pelagos. But as one of the MWF mentioned, you might yearn for Sub not long after.
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Omega
:Dancing_banana: :Jumping: :Dancing_banana:
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My vote is for the Omega...
But then again this is a bias answer as I have an Omega PO.. nad use to have the SMP 300
TheSMP300 stands out more than the Pelagos.
Try it on at the shop and take the protective plastic off when you do.
Good luck.
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since is a beater, i'd go for pelagos, for long term services and maintain are cheaper compare to SMP, no doubt SMP have better movement
one thing to consider is pelagos is Titanium which is harder to get it polish compare to omega, other wise its a killer looking watch :thumbsup:
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For sheer value for money the Omega PO 8500 is hard to beat. I find the word "beater" is overused. Are you planning to make it an "everyday" every "occasion" watch? I doubt you would be wearing it tuning ur car, playing football, badminton, etc... Like how you would wear a G shock
Try on all the watches listed and you'll know which one sings to you
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I have a PO XL but still yearns for the Pelagos! Tough decision mate! Happy shopping! :Cheers:
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Put aside the model, if you didn't own both brand, go Omega.
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Why would anyone want to buy a Tudor?
Tudor is always known as a lesser brand to Rolex...prices are not that much cheaper. If you can afford a Tudor, might as well just add a few thousands to get an entry-level Rolex.
Omega, at least, is holding on its own brand name though some movements are not in-house.
In your case, I vote for Omega. But better still, get a Rolex!
My 2 cents...
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Why would anyone want to buy a Tudor?
Well, I used to think the same way, too.
Pelagos and BB changed my mind. They are awesomely well thought out, and they forge a path Rolex won't go.
They complement yet contradict the Rolex brand so well, and that's why I'd pick one before an Omega.
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Ok. erin8817, I would have asked the same question. Tudor Pelagos or Omega PO? Having tried PO on a dealer shop, I was not impressed. But I haven't had a chance to try a Pelagos.
For me. I will definitely try to put both on and compare. See which one "sings" to you. After all you are the one who is going to look at it everyday. Get the one you won't regret later.
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hmmmmm..... pelagos is nice!!! but why not a vintage tritium gmt or sea dweller or sub !! :Cheers: :Cheers:
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Although both choices are divers watch, there are significant differences to note:
Ti vs Steel; ETA2824 vs Co-axial 2500; micro-adjustable deployment clasp and superb lume on the Pelagos. You can dress up the Pelagos with a supplied rubber strap too. If prices are similar, I would go for Pelagos as the lighter weight of Ti makes it a more comfortable daily beater.
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I thought the Pelagos came with extra nato strap and not rubber?
I regret letting go my Omega SM Ti, super comfy.
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Pelagos for me too. The thing is this. Don't always think "what if I add on a few K....". If I had that few K which I can spend now, then I would go for it. Otherwise, we will be chasing after the ever elusive target with nothing on the wrist.
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What about a LNIB Planet Ocean 2500? Cheaper than either, and beautiful watches.
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Peter,
Not Nato.
Nato strap came with my JLC Diving Alarm on top of the standard leather strap....were you thinking of that?
My Pelagos comes with additional rubber straps (3pcs in fact including 1 extension) on top of the bracelet.
I love titanium watch cases coz they are more comfortable than SS, light and I like the gun metal grey..thats why I have several titanium pieces.. so does Tyler
Contrary to common belief, I've been able to polish away scratches from titanium
watches even in the past e.g. Sinn 144Ti
Choice of watches are always very personal. I had a orange bezel PO Chrono Co-Axial 3313 for abt 5 yrs before selling it off.
I find the fine brushed finishing of the titanium Pelagos case, ceramic and lumed bezel, dial lume, top sapphire crystal quality superior than the PO. Anyway I've always preferred titanium over steel, given a choice.
The PO however is slightly more accurate than the Pelagos but accuracy can be adjusted.
I thought the Pelagos came with extra nato strap and not rubber?
I regret letting go my Omega SM Ti, super comfy.
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Peter,
Not Nato.
Nato strap came with my JLC Diving Alarm on top of the standard leather strap....were you thinking of that?
My Pelagos comes with additional rubber straps (3pcs in fact including 1 extension) on top of the bracelet.
I love titanium watch cases coz they are more comfortable than SS, light and I like the gun metal grey..thats why I have several titanium pieces.. so does Tyler
Contrary to common belief, I've been able to polish away scratches from titanium
watches even in the past e.g. Sinn 144Ti
Choice of watches are always very personal. I had a orange bezel PO Chrono Co-Axial 3313 for abt 5 yrs before selling it off.
I find the finishing of the Pelagos case, ceramic and lumed bezel, dial lume, top sapphire crystal quality superior than the PO.
The PO however is slightly more accurate than the Pelagos but accuracy can be adjusted.
I thought the Pelagos came with extra nato strap and not rubber?
I regret letting go my Omega SM Ti, super comfy.
bro, how much you bought your Pelagos? mind sharing in PM if its not convenient here ;D
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how about a pre-loved 16610???
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Well said, folks!
Happy to hear fresh views and new perspective!
Never liked Tudor brand before, will now go and check out the much talked about Pelagos soon!
Cheers
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Thanks all for the advice...
I'll first look for a preowned Sub 116610 within my budget~ 18k.
If no luck, then i'll back to consider Seamaster vs Pelagos.
I'm leaning towards Omega between the 2.
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Can look at the Seamaster Chronodiver if you like Chronographs. It uses a modded Valjoux 7750 so it is actually cheaper than a co-axial regular Seamaster. It is thicker due to the movement and wears large like a PO XL. It's a good compromise of price, features (has a chrono), brand and heritage (first Mechanical Chronograph that can be operated underwater).
I own 1 and I still yearn for a SubC but I satisfied that with a two tone GMT2c which is my "special occasion" piece. I use the Seamaster Chrono Diver as my daily beater watch and it has been with me to the gym, on Oil Rigs etc and it's super tough. Keeps fantastic time too. The bracelet scratches easily, but it's still very bling after over a year on the wrist.
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Thanks all for the advice...
I'll first look for a preowned Sub 116610 within my budget~ 18k.
If no luck, then i'll back to consider Seamaster vs Pelagos.
I'm leaning towards Omega between the 2.
Doubt you can find a 116610 at 18k but a 16610 might be possible.
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Choice of watches are always very personal. I had a orange bezel PO Chrono Co-Axial 3313 for abt 5 yrs before selling it off.
I find the finishing of the Pelagos case, ceramic and lumed bezel, dial lume, top sapphire crystal quality superior than the PO.
The PO however is slightly more accurate than the Pelagos but accuracy can be adjusted.
You really think so. I saw a Pelagos and was impressed with it. Hmmmmm........
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There's one thing you have to be quite careful with regarding POs..
The sapphire crystal is curved and AR on both sides. Because its curved, it tends to get knocked quite easily and the outer AR coating will scratch & the coating comes off. I had that problem with my PO altho I'm generally quite careful. Replacement is quite pricy otherwise you polish off the outer AR completely. Wonder why Omega doesnt solve this problem by having AR only on the inside.
Choice of watches are always very personal. I had a orange bezel PO Chrono Co-Axial 3313 for abt 5 yrs before selling it off.
I find the finishing of the Pelagos case, ceramic and lumed bezel, dial lume, top sapphire crystal quality superior than the PO.
The PO however is slightly more accurate than the Pelagos but accuracy can be adjusted.
You really think so. I saw a Pelagos and was impressed with it. Hmmmmm........
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How about Breitling superocean 44? Cost almost the same and have good history.. Good brand name and handsome watch