Reply With QuoteSadly my old boss had one of those and he was a tool. So I can only think of it as a 'tool watch' ongoing and not in a nice way.
Shame really as I think I'd like it if I could disassociate it with him!
Finally got my hands on a 2531...again.Just a fantastic looking watch.
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Sadly my old boss had one of those and he was a tool. So I can only think of it as a 'tool watch' ongoing and not in a nice way.
Shame really as I think I'd like it if I could disassociate it with him!
It's a nice watch, worn in their thousands by all sorts. I've seen quite a few worn by fairly elderly gents too, although I guess these were the ones who went out and bought Bond's watch when they were in their mid-30s...Originally Posted by Wharry
...but what do I know; I don't even like watches!
I've got a Vancouver 2010 Olympics limited edition with the white face and red bezel. Hasn't been on my wrist for a long time. I might just give it a run out. I was debating moving it on along with my Bell & Ross to fund a Rolex Oyster Perpetual 39, but it might just be collectable in a few years time.
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great watches, heres mine - faded second hand and all.....
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Cool as Jon 👍great watches, heres mine - faded second hand and all.....
I WILL get one again..... really miss mine
Congrats on getting yours....
Had one as my first expensive watch back in 97 or there abouts bond watch of the era
2531.80 was my first expensive auto too. I do still miss it at times, and I'm sure if I get wealthy enough I'd buy one again just for the memories! Fantastic watch.
Definitely a great watch, mine is +1 to 2 second in a week after the service, use all day and resting at night. If I noticed that it gained a bit, I'll rest it crown up to slow it down and because of that. It's been pretty accurate.
This is mine on a Steveo strap. Will never move it on, was my first "big boys" watch.
I have that same problem with Tissot. My old boss had a steel & gold chrono (not sure what model) which was a nice-ish watch (if you like the stainless/gold) mix but he completely tainted it for me.
He didn't, however, own an Omega Seamaster and i'm glad because it's one of my favourite pieces. The OP's example looks particularly great!
Engagement present from my wife in 2003.
Nice to see it still being loved. I let it go and kept the 2254.40, which still is my favourite non-chrono. I also have a 42mm PO which feels like a lump in comparison to the sleek profile of the SMP. In my experience the SMP is the easiest 'diver' to wear under a shirt cuff and probably the best all-rounder out there.great watches, heres mine - faded second hand and all.....
A friend of mine has a quartz one.
It's a nice watch, which I'd happily wear, but I must admit I've never really aspired to owning one.
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this is the version i love , much nicer dialDefinitely a great watch, mine is +1 to 2 second in a week after the service, use all day and resting at night. If I noticed that it gained a bit, I'll rest it crown up to slow it down and because of that. It's been pretty accurate.
I could never get a handle on the large 12 o'clock lume triangle, always looked a bit "added on"... they're a great watch overall, both are nice.
I wish they'd kept the big triangle look on the SMP it gives it that 60's Diver Feel. I suppose though the more modern design sells shed loads so the dressier style is massively popular
I've tried to like these but just don't feel anything for them.
It's either the shade of blue on the bezel, the shape of the bezel or the wavy pattern on the dial. Or all three.
Love it on that strap is that OEM?Engagement present from my wife in 2003.
ha ha nope, £20 or something like that from eBay + a deployment
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/20mm-22mm-...item61fd98d350
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Agree, the big triangle and the painted indices are very appealing.
The wavy dial is a lovely feature albeit I prefer a black dial. The bezel font is much nicer on the Bond than the sword-hand model though.
As for bezel shape, a mixed bag. I do like the look, goes well with the lug design, but the classic Submariner style will always be easier to turn. Gets easier after a few years though.
Here's mine.
I love it but I've just bought a Submariner so it will be neglected for a while. Time will tell how they will balance out.
Beautiful... May I ask which one is thicker between Your SMP GMT and Submariner and which model is Your Sub?Here's mine.
I love it but I've just bought a Submariner so it will be neglected for a while. Time will tell how they will balance out.
Brilliant watch and excellent picture.Definitely a great watch, mine is +1 to 2 second in a week after the service, use all day and resting at night. If I noticed that it gained a bit, I'll rest it crown up to slow it down and because of that. It's been pretty accurate.
Thanks Guys, I guess Samsung S5 isn't bad at all and of course the watch was recently service by TZ Member Ibby7. Great Guy, excellent and fast servicing at a very reasonable price.
I've not had them together yet but on paper they're very similar, 12.5mm for the 114060 and 13mm for the 2534.50. In fact my impression would have been the other way round. I would have said the Rolex was ever so slightly thicker than the Omega. The Omega seems to hug the wrist while the Rolex sits on it.
I'll take some side by side pics later if I get the chance.
That is strange, I have shied away from those straps because I felt the shade of blue was too light, yet in your image it is a perfect match to the dial...hoping it may match up well on the 2255.
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Thanks Mate, would love to see that. I'm thinking the Seamaster GMT is thicker due to extra hand complication and if I'm not mistaken the Seamaster GMT is just over 14mm...
One of the beautiful version of sword hand "electric blue". Seen a moded blue insert for this model and looks amazing too...That is strange, I have shied away from those straps because I felt the shade of blue was too light, yet in your image it is a perfect match to the dial...hoping it may match up well on the 2255.
Here are two pics I got before my phone battery dies. I may have some others but they didn't sync and now it's on charge.
In the first one the Rolex is obviously closer to the camera so looks bigger but also everything is a bit squarer/edged on it. The Omega is rounded off on the bezel, lugs and bracelet.
Both beautiful watch in their own way, Thanks for sharing Mate. The way I look at it, the GMT Seamaster is slightly thicker base on the photo.
Had a few of these,and just an hour ago decided to grab my mid size Quartz,just as nice.........IMO.
My first was a 2531, after a 2220.80, then a 2254 in between a few times. Got a smpc which I didn't like it the moment it got home. Off it went. All of these smps just wouldn't stay due to their Low of flat profile, or the over reflective waves of the blue variants. However having loved the overall watch I finally settled with this, the great white which is probably destined to be a keeper. For those days when once is old and probably needs a light and simple watch, this is it.
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Nice to see You around here again Mate...
Still loving that GW orange combo... My fave so far...
The 2531 was my first proper watch. Great time piece.
Argh! My eyes, my eyes! To treat a Great White in such a way is a crime against good taste.
No argument from me, I love them and have had many different variants over the years, but the two that have survived the longest are these -
My very first expensive watch - bought in 2000 after coming back from earning the medal it is pictured with
and this one - the best looking SMP in my opinion -
Love the Great White on that orange strap!
Great watch with great achievement from Your service... perfect photos of them both... Agree with You on choosing the 2254. A Diver at with very slim casing.No argument from me, I love them and have had many different variants over the years, but the two that have survived the longest are these -
My very first expensive watch - bought in 2000 after coming back from earning the medal it is pictured with
and this one - the best looking SMP in my opinion -
What make is that orange strap on the White GMT please?
Hate it personally but don't let my poor taste upset you.
That's actually the strap intended for PO 42mm with deployant clasp.
But imagine what a Great White would look like on a Blue Rubber Strap. I'm thinking it's the way forward
No no no no no! Black rubber if you really have to but why not stick to the bracelet. (All IMO of course as everyone is free to wear whatever they want)
This thread is doing my head in... I've been through loads of different SMP's and got rid of my last one before Christmas (blue ceramic one). Thought I'd moved on but find myself looking again. Always wanted the GMT (great white or black dial) and never owned one yet and the blue 2255/2265 are catching my eye again now. Might have to change my plans yet again!!
Cmon now Blue Isofrane all the way! But then again black rubber? Could be a winner
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