While Omega isn't normally known for their symmetrical dials, this one is a
lesson is good looking function symmetry. Good job Omega. I think that Omega
should focus most of their efforts on modern pieces, if you do want to
Replica
Omega Seamaster
in one of their more traditional looking designs, a
piece like this with a neat movement would be the one I would look
at.
2011 sees the release of the 5th version of Omega watches. The former
high-profile race car driver who was popular in the 1970s has a long history
with timing and watch brands. Omega is by no means the first brand to honor the
driver with timepieces. Though I believe that they currently are the only brand
making new Jacky Ickx themed watches.
With the limited production model
now released I assume that that the first four editions sold pretty well. Done
in a Omega style case, this Omega watch is about 42. 5mm wide and available in
steel or 18k rose gold. While the case and overall demeanor of the watch is all
"Omega, " the Omega models have separated themselves by having tri-compax
oriented chronograph subdial layouts and a Replica
Tag Heuer Formula 1
date indicator under 12 o'clock. Plus,
following in the foot steps of the Omega watch, the hour register for the
chronograph measures a full 24 hours - not just 12 hours. This of course is in
honor of Omega race.
These models further follow style form some of Omega
watches from the last few years. I covered some Omega models here, and I
reviewed the Omega here. You can see how the Omega follows suit with a similar
bezel and dial theme. The dials are quite attractive and really legible (which
is often the case with Omega sport watches). You can see how the rose gold cased
model comes with a silvered dial with two black subsidiary dials, while the
model with the steel case comes with a black dial (and two silvered subsidiary
dials for the chronograph).
For fun the chronograph pushers look a bit
like engine pistons. On the rear of the watch is Jacky Ickx signature and some
limited edition graphics. For the record, I think that almost every Omega watch
(from and brand) has his signature on the Replica
Tag Heuer Monaco
or elsewhere on the watch. I am not sure of the
exact movement inside of these pieces. According to Omega they are built on a
Swiss ETA 2892 automatic base with a chronograph and big date module. The
movements have power reserves of 40 hours and are Omega certified. In addition
to the 24 hour chronograph and big date, you should know that the chronograph
has a flyback function and the time is a stop seconds (which means the seconds
stop when you pull out the crown).