zOwie Omega Discussion Forum

you realize, of course, the SMP meets all your criteria:

1. I'd like a brand that has history.

History, yes Omega has history. They did make the watch used for the Appollo missions.

2. I'd like a watch company that creates respected
timepieces.

Omega is quite respected from what I have seen.

3. A timepiece that is appreciated by people that know about watches

Omega is appreciated by people that know watches. If you get the Sub, you must face the fact that many people will question the authenticity of your watch. Rolex is oft maligned by peopl who know watches becasuse of its pricing controls, horrible service, and sub par accuracy.

4. I am a successful business person
and desire that my watch reflects my
success.

I think the SMP will do this nicely

5. The watch has to be less than
$5,000.

The SMP auto can be had at retail for $1750. Shop around and you can get it from authorized dealers for around $1150 (35%). That's what I paid for my Bond SMP. Get the Sub and you will pay roughly 3000+. You could get 2 SMPs for that and still have $700 left over.

In the end, you should do what will make you happy.

: Hello!!

: I'd like to get your opinion on my current
: situation.

: Earlier this year I acquired the Seamaster. The
: "Bond" version. I really like the
: watch.

: I came across several watch internet sites. I
: started to visit watch forums. Read watch
: reviews. I have started to learn more about
: watches than I had before. I still have alot
: more to learn.

: My goal is to have two no more than three
: timepieces. I intend in keeping these
: watches and perhaps pass them down to my
: children. Most import, I want to use them
: frequently.

: I have wrestled with the idea of owning many
: watches. For me, I have decided I want to
: enjoy my watch every day. So I plan to use
: the watch daily.

: My intent is to own one sportwatch. I my have
: been debating continuously wether to sell
: the Omega Seamaster and acquire the Rolex SS
: Submariner.

: The factors I am considering is the following:
: 1. I'd like a brand that has history. 2. I'd
: like a watch company that creates respected
: timepieces 3. A timepiece that is
: appreciated by people that know about
: watches 4. I am a successful business person
: and desire that my watch reflects my
: success. 5. The watch has to be less than
: $5,000.

: As I indicated above, I will search to find a
: similar "dress" type watch. For
: now, I am focused on reaching a decision
: with my sportswatch.

: I appreciate any insights.

: Thanks.