omega seamaster 2220.80.00

[Mikey]

Anyone got one as I'm looking at getting one, but just a few variations that have got me baffled.

I have an automatic (kinetic) watch already at the moment so would prob go down that route again

 

[Inazuma]

A what?

 

[tuffty747]

A what?

What he says...

 

[RandomTom]

one of these? looks nice.

 

[Bigpops]

The same watch is available in 2 sizes, and 2 movements, so 4 total and probably there are some strap variations on each too.

Only one of those is the 2220.80.00, and that's the 41mm automatic on stainless steel bracelet.

 

[Mikey]

41mm I think that's resonably large?

Yes that's the one.

 

[melbourne720]

The 'bond' watch, iirc? A friend of mine has one, very nice.

 

[hardc0re_tid]

hmm, dont like it, im really fussy when it comes to watches or anything really.

i have one of these looks very like it but cost 10 dowa from the big apple and even then im not too keen on it

 

[Shure]

I would go with the black face version of that watch for a couple of reasons. Firstly I think the blue is far to common and secondly the black is more classy and will still appeal years down the line.


EDIT: Ignore me I didn't realise you were looking at the newer co-axial version. At present there isn't a black face alternative

 

[spirit]

i have a black face small version dunno what version it is, but its about 5/6 years old.

 

[Rotty]

the 41mm auto is the one to go for, 41mm is about an average size for a sports watch these days

 

[Super Tigers]

The co-axial movement should need less servicing as well, on average every 8 years for a strip and lubrication service. If serviced well the watch should last longer than you. I have a quartz version of the watch on my wrist today, I think they are a timeless, iconic watch.

Rob H

 

[Participant]

I prefer the recent GMT model (2535.80.00). As soon as I've paid for my wedding I'm getting one, lovely imo and a slightly darker face.

PS couldn't be bothered to scale photo, I'm not trying to make it look bigger!

 

[Mikey]

that is nice and ouch that's expensive

 

[Mikey]

I see the quartz ones are quite a bit cheaper

 

[Rich]

So are Casio, doesnt mean you should buy one

 

[Doran]

I own the 2531.80.00, its no longer available to buy new, but you can pick them up second hand for about £600.

They are non-co axial movements, which many people prefer to the new ones. They also have a cleaner face.

They will be the classic in years to come, and I would buy nothing else, especially given how much you save...

 

[jamoor]

just buy a decent knock off with a swiss movement, it will look 99.9% the same and behave in exactly the same way, heck, it will even come with a decent box if you want it to, it will only lack decent waterproofing like the original.

It will also cost £200 rather than £1500 or so.

 

[Mikey]

just buy a decent knock off with a swiss movement, it will look 99.9% the same and behave in exactly the same way, heck, it will even come with a decent box if you want it to, it will only lack decent waterproofing like the original.

It will also cost £200 rather than £1500 or so.

Already got a Sekio titanium kinetc which i've had for 10 years and fancy a new one. Although I do love my Sekio

 

[Mad old tory]

just buy a decent knock off with a swiss movement, it will look 99.9% the same and behave in exactly the same way, heck, it will even come with a decent box if you want it to, it will only lack decent waterproofing like the original.

It will also cost £200 rather than £1500 or so.

What's the point though, might as well buy a similar looking Vostok or Tissot than bother buying something that is trying to be something it isn't.