Tweet
Hi people, I am happy to post pictures of my pride and joy today, an Omega Seamaster Professional 2531.80.
The story:
It was just only last year that I got interested in automatic watches, and it started specifically from a humble Ingersoll I got as a gift. Watching the sweeping hand really fascinated me, and kicked start my foray into watches. Speaking to like-minded people from office and reading online got me reading into various watches, and at one point in time, I was captivated by Seiko Divers. Bought a Seiko Yellow FM, followed shortly by an iconic SKX009J. I realised I love watches, especially automatics, and was really excited but a little confused because there were so many watches out there and all attracted me - from the Titrium tech from Luminox to the ol' school charm of Orient Japan. Of course, I read up on expensive Swiss watches too, and decided for one point in time, I probably won't splurge on those cos it was unthinkable to spend a few ks on a watch.
Then the epiphany..I decided since there are far too many watches out there, I would just go for the best..Swiss watches, and somehow I was drawn to OMEGA and ROLEX. My rationale was that, if I want to spend this much on a watch, it had better be recognizable. Branding is a big deal for me. It may sound superficial, but this is my view on luxury watches.
I decided Rolex was too pricey for me at this time, and decided to save up slowly for an Omega. And it was the Seamaster that caught my eye, the Blue Professional with the round lume.
It was very easy to blow a couple of Ks on a watch. I was tempted but couldn't do it. Hence, putting a couple of hundreds every month into an envelope hidden away in a drawer was the way forward. And I was glad I did so. IT helped me decide that I really wanted to buy an Omega and which model I really wanted. I was also mentally prepared that I would save up and eventually not buy. Anyway, my target changed from said SMP to SMP 2254, then back to said SMP, then Speedy, then PO, then AT, then Speedy date, then finally back to the SMP round lume. My choice was reinforced when a good deal popped up and I went to view it. It was beautiful, and I knew it was a great choice and I just had to have it. After checking condition, I handed over the envelope, together with some fresh wads of cash from the ATM (actually haven't finished saving to target amt haha), and the SMP was mine!
Here's a mini review...
Model: OMEGA Seamaster Professional 300m 2531.80
Movement: OMEGA cal.1120 based on 2892-A2 movement; 23 jewels; chronometer certification
Accuracy: So far into 8 days of testing against my Gshock, the SMP is running at -3 seconds. Will update at 10th. It's an old watch, so am quite impressed thus far. Swooning over the wonders of mechanical..
Details: Deep blue with wave pattern shimmers under light, appears matt blue at some angles. Nice round lume gives the classic look. Skeleton hands: was initially skeptical but now loving it, especially when the round lume tip of the hour hand peeks up from behind the minute hand, and how the perimeter of the hands also have lume applied. I was quite unsure about the bracelet looks initially but have grown to love how it feels to the touch. Really smooth. The end links also join with the lugs in an almost seamless fashion. Beautiful.
Comfort: Watch feels heavy when held but when on the wrist, simply 'merges' with your hand such that you don't really feel it at times. Have worn it continuously to work, to bathe and to sleep and the next day to work and it feels like part of my hand.
Gripes: The top part of the bezel seems a little loose with free play, and got tick tick sound when I tap it. Gotta rectify this at next servicing.
Hope everyone enjoys reading my little Omega story as much as I loved writing it. Next step is to get an Omega for my lady..and then off to work for my grail.
The story:
It was just only last year that I got interested in automatic watches, and it started specifically from a humble Ingersoll I got as a gift. Watching the sweeping hand really fascinated me, and kicked start my foray into watches. Speaking to like-minded people from office and reading online got me reading into various watches, and at one point in time, I was captivated by Seiko Divers. Bought a Seiko Yellow FM, followed shortly by an iconic SKX009J. I realised I love watches, especially automatics, and was really excited but a little confused because there were so many watches out there and all attracted me - from the Titrium tech from Luminox to the ol' school charm of Orient Japan. Of course, I read up on expensive Swiss watches too, and decided for one point in time, I probably won't splurge on those cos it was unthinkable to spend a few ks on a watch.
Then the epiphany..I decided since there are far too many watches out there, I would just go for the best..Swiss watches, and somehow I was drawn to OMEGA and ROLEX. My rationale was that, if I want to spend this much on a watch, it had better be recognizable. Branding is a big deal for me. It may sound superficial, but this is my view on luxury watches.
I decided Rolex was too pricey for me at this time, and decided to save up slowly for an Omega. And it was the Seamaster that caught my eye, the Blue Professional with the round lume.
It was very easy to blow a couple of Ks on a watch. I was tempted but couldn't do it. Hence, putting a couple of hundreds every month into an envelope hidden away in a drawer was the way forward. And I was glad I did so. IT helped me decide that I really wanted to buy an Omega and which model I really wanted. I was also mentally prepared that I would save up and eventually not buy. Anyway, my target changed from said SMP to SMP 2254, then back to said SMP, then Speedy, then PO, then AT, then Speedy date, then finally back to the SMP round lume. My choice was reinforced when a good deal popped up and I went to view it. It was beautiful, and I knew it was a great choice and I just had to have it. After checking condition, I handed over the envelope, together with some fresh wads of cash from the ATM (actually haven't finished saving to target amt haha), and the SMP was mine!
Here's a mini review...
Model: OMEGA Seamaster Professional 300m 2531.80
Movement: OMEGA cal.1120 based on 2892-A2 movement; 23 jewels; chronometer certification
Accuracy: So far into 8 days of testing against my Gshock, the SMP is running at -3 seconds. Will update at 10th. It's an old watch, so am quite impressed thus far. Swooning over the wonders of mechanical..
Details: Deep blue with wave pattern shimmers under light, appears matt blue at some angles. Nice round lume gives the classic look. Skeleton hands: was initially skeptical but now loving it, especially when the round lume tip of the hour hand peeks up from behind the minute hand, and how the perimeter of the hands also have lume applied. I was quite unsure about the bracelet looks initially but have grown to love how it feels to the touch. Really smooth. The end links also join with the lugs in an almost seamless fashion. Beautiful.
Comfort: Watch feels heavy when held but when on the wrist, simply 'merges' with your hand such that you don't really feel it at times. Have worn it continuously to work, to bathe and to sleep and the next day to work and it feels like part of my hand.
Gripes: The top part of the bezel seems a little loose with free play, and got tick tick sound when I tap it. Gotta rectify this at next servicing.
Hope everyone enjoys reading my little Omega story as much as I loved writing it. Next step is to get an Omega for my lady..and then off to work for my grail.
Comment