A Seamaster Aqua Terra. Why not a Constellation? A popular choice amongst ladies. The one endorsed by Cindy Crawford, Nicole Kidman. The signature bracelet, one glance from afar and people will know it's an Omega. Eyed a couple but somehow it didnt quite cut it for me. It was a tad too feminine. Something was missing, that click. (you know.. like choosing THE Wedding Gown)
Came across other models, other brands but i just keep coming back to this one. Then there's the matter of the pricetag... *sigh* I searched out ways to get it cheaper.. retailers, even gray markets which proves to be risky. I even emailed Omega! The max discount is 15%.. flat. No negotiation. I called all the authorised dealers and tried cajoling them for at least a 20% to no avail. Omega tightly control their pricing. It appears that with high-end products, it's close to impossible to get good discounts. They dont wanna cheapen the brand by offering high discounts. I asked myself why didnt i fall for a Tag.. i can get 35% off!
The selection process is stringent!... they have to meet these minimum criteria:
1) Automatic:
It has to be Automatic. I'm not willingly to spend anything above $1k for a quartz.
2) Dial - Mother of Pearl:
That gorgeous pearly sheen..
3) Diamonds:
Hmmm.. not quite essential. Just a nice-to-have. In fact i was contemplating the one without diamonds cos it's less costly. But my sweetheart bought me the one with diamonds! Awww... *muaks* :) He said he also checked out the one with diamond bezel!!! I wouldnt put it past him to buy that for me! But i'm mighty glad he didnt. It's ridiculously priced and too ostentatious for my liking.
4) Timeless:
A simple classic design that can stand the test of time.
5) Subtly Classy:
Not looking for a formal dress or something bold and loud. I want something that requires a second look and it grows on you. You can look at it a hundred times and still be mesmerized. 3 weeks and still i look at my watch and not know the time! haha.
SEAMASTER AQUA TERRA
With a linege that goes as far back as 1947, the Seamaster line was introduced as a Diving watch. It pioneered the line of 'water proof' watches back then. It was a significant breakthrough in the evolution of water resistent watches. The Aqua Terra series was only introduced in 2003 as a direct descendent from the marriage between the sporty Seamaster and classic dressy De Ville.
sounds PERFECT! :)
.....2563.75
MOVEMENT
Caliber: Omega 2520
Self-winding movement with rhodium-plated movement
Power Reserve: 42 hours
CRYSTAL
Domed anti-reflective, scratch-resistant sapphire crystal
CASE & DIAL
Stainless steel case
White mother-of-pearl dial
WATER RESISTANCE
Down to: 150 meters
500 feet
SIZE
Case Diameter: 29.2 mm
The Seamaster ladies models come in a wooden ivory box. Unlike the other Omega models which comes in a red leather box.. like Zack's Speedmaster. Its nice too!
Came across other models, other brands but i just keep coming back to this one. Then there's the matter of the pricetag... *sigh* I searched out ways to get it cheaper.. retailers, even gray markets which proves to be risky. I even emailed Omega! The max discount is 15%.. flat. No negotiation. I called all the authorised dealers and tried cajoling them for at least a 20% to no avail. Omega tightly control their pricing. It appears that with high-end products, it's close to impossible to get good discounts. They dont wanna cheapen the brand by offering high discounts. I asked myself why didnt i fall for a Tag.. i can get 35% off!
The selection process is stringent!... they have to meet these minimum criteria:
1) Automatic:
It has to be Automatic. I'm not willingly to spend anything above $1k for a quartz.
2) Dial - Mother of Pearl:
That gorgeous pearly sheen..
3) Diamonds:
Hmmm.. not quite essential. Just a nice-to-have. In fact i was contemplating the one without diamonds cos it's less costly. But my sweetheart bought me the one with diamonds! Awww... *muaks* :) He said he also checked out the one with diamond bezel!!! I wouldnt put it past him to buy that for me! But i'm mighty glad he didnt. It's ridiculously priced and too ostentatious for my liking.
4) Timeless:
A simple classic design that can stand the test of time.
5) Subtly Classy:
Not looking for a formal dress or something bold and loud. I want something that requires a second look and it grows on you. You can look at it a hundred times and still be mesmerized. 3 weeks and still i look at my watch and not know the time! haha.
SEAMASTER AQUA TERRA
With a linege that goes as far back as 1947, the Seamaster line was introduced as a Diving watch. It pioneered the line of 'water proof' watches back then. It was a significant breakthrough in the evolution of water resistent watches. The Aqua Terra series was only introduced in 2003 as a direct descendent from the marriage between the sporty Seamaster and classic dressy De Ville.
sounds PERFECT! :)
.....2563.75
MOVEMENT
Caliber: Omega 2520
Self-winding movement with rhodium-plated movement
Power Reserve: 42 hours
CRYSTAL
Domed anti-reflective, scratch-resistant sapphire crystal
CASE & DIAL
Stainless steel case
White mother-of-pearl dial
WATER RESISTANCE
Down to: 150 meters
500 feet
SIZE
Case Diameter: 29.2 mm
The Seamaster ladies models come in a wooden ivory box. Unlike the other Omega models which comes in a red leather box.. like Zack's Speedmaster. Its nice too!
and with the Pictogram/Warranty/Precious Stone certificate cards and an Operating Manual.
The backcase. A pity it isnt a clear sapphire crystal display so the movement can be seen. Some of the Seamasters have a clear display though.
i love the bracelet! as compared to the ones of Constellation's.
i just so love how the diamonds sparkle *sigh*
the pics here just dont do it justice...
Just to share what i've learnt in the voyage of my quest :)
Came across this site which proved to be very helpful if you're considering purchasing a high-end watch or any product for that matter. There is even a forum where you can seek advice from people who are more knowledgeable horologically.
Check out the hierarchy of watches.. it's very informative.
http://www.chronocentric.com/watches/brands.shtml
I like this writeup.
"If Rolex is not the only superior watch brand, why haven't I heard of these other watches?
Popularity is only one indication of a superior product. In most cases, the general public knows only certain brands which were well publicized as the 'best of the best' and may be totally unaware of other equal or superior products that are available. If you asked the average person-on-the-street about watches, they would probably tell you the market starts with Timex and Casio, moves up to Seiko, then TAG, and reaches its epitome with Rolex.
Yet the most popular or well known choices frequently are not what the true aficionado would select. I'm sure you would find your man-on-the-street sample would also be unaware of the true collectors' choices of wines, cigars, audiophile equipment, sports cars, or writing instruments. Similarly, they will unlikely know the additional fine watch brands such as Alain Siberstein, Audemars Piguet, Blancpain, Chopard (i like the Happy watch! :P), Fortis, Franck Mueller (...and a Crazy Hour!), IWC, Jaeger-Le Coultre, Patek Phillipe, and Ulysse Nardin to name a few.
In many products, the well-known brands like Bose, MontBlanc, Sony, and Rolex dominate their markets from global name recognition. While they do have quality products, they are not always the only superior choice. Success can spoil the innovation, the competitive edge, and the uniqueness that was what built the reputation these companies and products enjoy today. Sure, if you want to impress the general public, you buy names anyone will recognize--sometimes even without regard to outrageous premium prices or quality and features that are less than one would expect from their "leader of the pack" reputation.
But the true connoisseurs and aficionados buy what impresses *them*, which may often include brands that the general population would not even recognize."
No truer words said!
Just some food for thought. Some personal evaluation.
Isn't the whole point missed if you buy a luxury watch just for the sake of owning one? For that status symbol? Ridiculous. Superficial. A person can be wearing a Rolex and behave in an arrogant manner.. it'll still turn people off. How impressive can that be? Oh well... to each his own. *shrug*
Popularity is only one indication of a superior product. In most cases, the general public knows only certain brands which were well publicized as the 'best of the best' and may be totally unaware of other equal or superior products that are available. If you asked the average person-on-the-street about watches, they would probably tell you the market starts with Timex and Casio, moves up to Seiko, then TAG, and reaches its epitome with Rolex.
Yet the most popular or well known choices frequently are not what the true aficionado would select. I'm sure you would find your man-on-the-street sample would also be unaware of the true collectors' choices of wines, cigars, audiophile equipment, sports cars, or writing instruments. Similarly, they will unlikely know the additional fine watch brands such as Alain Siberstein, Audemars Piguet, Blancpain, Chopard (i like the Happy watch! :P), Fortis, Franck Mueller (...and a Crazy Hour!), IWC, Jaeger-Le Coultre, Patek Phillipe, and Ulysse Nardin to name a few.
In many products, the well-known brands like Bose, MontBlanc, Sony, and Rolex dominate their markets from global name recognition. While they do have quality products, they are not always the only superior choice. Success can spoil the innovation, the competitive edge, and the uniqueness that was what built the reputation these companies and products enjoy today. Sure, if you want to impress the general public, you buy names anyone will recognize--sometimes even without regard to outrageous premium prices or quality and features that are less than one would expect from their "leader of the pack" reputation.
But the true connoisseurs and aficionados buy what impresses *them*, which may often include brands that the general population would not even recognize."
No truer words said!
Just some food for thought. Some personal evaluation.
Isn't the whole point missed if you buy a luxury watch just for the sake of owning one? For that status symbol? Ridiculous. Superficial. A person can be wearing a Rolex and behave in an arrogant manner.. it'll still turn people off. How impressive can that be? Oh well... to each his own. *shrug*
Meanwhile..... i'm driving Zack crazy *giggles*
*while watching the Olympics* "Do you know who is the official timekeeper of the Olympics?? *wink wink*"
"Come darling.. let me tell you the time!"
"My diamond markers tell me the time is......"
Zack will then roll his eyes and go: "It's not your diamond markers that tells you the time!" hahahaha!
you should see his face when i told him maybe i'll take up the hobby of collecting watches! AHAHAHAHAHA! (i got one in line.. hehe.. but not anytime soon :P)
i'm also considering buying a watchwinder. It's for automatic watches when it's not in used. It keeps the movement mechanics running smoothly. Zack's Speedmaster is also an Automatic so a watchwinder will be good!
....now he's probably wishing he didnt buy me the Omega! Ahahahaha!
....now he's probably wishing he didnt buy me the Omega! Ahahahaha!
Jeez.. okay i shant go on too much about my Omega. I don't want to get some husbands into trouble!
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