Omega’s done an incredible job with anniversary watches in recent years. Look no further than the Trilogy pack of watches released last year for evidence of this. This year, they’ve done it again with a pair of limited edition watches celebrating the 70th anniversary of the Seamaster. The new watches are true to form in looking the part, with dials that authentically re-create the look of the time period, and we’d expect nothing less from Omega. Things get a little more modern on the inside, though.
At a glance, both of these watches are an absolute hit. The domed, silver dials with 12, 3, 6, and 9 applied numerals ooze old-school charm. The throwback markings and hour batons are done with restraint, and the choice of a center seconds hand or a small seconds subdial push these over the top. Aslo done with restraint is the sizing, these come in at 38mm in diameter, and about 11mm thick.
Turning the watch over yields a view of the thoroughly modern Omega caliber 8806 (center seconds), or 8804 (small seconds). How modern? Part of the spec sheet on these movements features stuff like silicon balance spring, Omega free-sprung balance, co-axial escapement, rhodium-plated bridges and rotor, and blackened screws… you get the idea. One detail we’re not so crazing about, the etching on the exhibition window, but hey, you can’t have everything.
Pricing starts at CHF 5,700, keep an eye out for live pics in the coming days. Until then, browse Omega watches on StockX right here.
