Omega Z-33 Spacemaster

[Pags]

Omega's stated goal is to push into Rolex's price territory ($5k+) and their recent new offerings as well as straight up yearly price increases on old models reflects it. I'm a big fan of my Omegas (Speed Pro, X-33, and formally a Planet Ocean), and one of the reasons I was drawn to them was their more down to earth pricing for very quality pieces. Rolexes are nice watches, but at some point you are paying a premium for their branding over the actual quality.

This Z-33 is fugly, but Omega had some nice other pieces at Baselworld. The Planet Ocean reminded them they had good design roots, then they go about forgetting it...

Yeah, a speedmaster pro or a planet ocean are on my long term goals list. But if they get as $$$ as a rolex, then why not just get the rolex?

 

[SynixMan]

Yeah, a speedmaster pro or a planet ocean are on my long term goals list. But if they get as $$$ as a rolex, then why not just get the rolex?

For me at least, I've always thought Rolex as a "Look at me I have a lot of money" $2000 watch that retails for $5000. They had the brand cachè to pull it off. Your average guy doesn't know Omega, but those that do appreciate it.

 

[scoolbubba]

Wow....these pictures truly capture the size of the beast. Why is the case so large for a quartz movement?

What do you think happens to this thing during an ejection? Maybe a parachute is packed inside the case.

Disregard my previous statements. That monstrosity is shiteous in real life.

 

[HAL Pilot]

I agree, Omega is the watch for people who know watches. They're high quality, great name and the price is reasonable like you said. I've got a Seamaster right now and love it. I'd definitely consider getting another one, however if their prices start creeping up, I'd change my mind.

We will have to agree to disagree on this one. Omega is a quality watch and a great buy for those with a lower budget, but there are other brands that are higher quality (and therefore more costly). I have two Omegas and I love them, but they are not in the same league with my Rolex and most of my Breitlings.

 

[xj220]

I've seen plenty of Breitlings and Rolexes and honestly, I don't think they're as great as others make them out to be. My Omega seems just as solid and quality as the other brands. Maybe it's the specific ones I've seen, but still.

 

[rondebmar]

Is there anybody out there who gets along with buying a $45.00USD quartz watch from Timex every few years? Anyone??

 

[KBayDog]

Is there anybody out there who gets along with buying a $45.00USD quartz watch from Timex every few years? Anyone??

$45? Too rich for my blood. Been rocking my $19.99 Ironman for three years now; it gets the job done.

Oh, and enough of the "timepiece" nonsense. It's a watch.

 

[jmcquate]

Is there anybody out there who gets along with buying a $45.00USD quartz watch from Timex every few years? Anyone??

I am, it has lost 3 seconds in the last 6 months.

 

[CAMike]

That watch exceeds SWO limits. wow.

 

[KBayDog]

I am, it has lost 3 seconds in the last 6 months.

Completely unacceptable! How do you manage to go about your day?

 

[jmcquate]

Completely unacceptable! How do you manage to go about your day?

I drive past the Navel Observitory twice a year and set it......and tell my boss the watch from Target is why I've been late.

 

[SynixMan]

Everyone has their place they spend money. Don't hate me for liking a nice watch.

 

[KBayDog]

I drive past the Navel Observitory twice a year and set it...

 

[KBayDog]

Don't hate me for liking a nice watch.

I don't hate you for liking a nice watch.

I hate you for not making good on that beer your promised.

 

[Citation3]

You can never go wrong with the classic Speedmaster.