Buyalov A67 BronzevsOmega Seamaster Planet Ocean 600M Co Axial Master Chronometer 42mm

Ref. 217.32.42.21.01.001·MSRP $8,600
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Measurements
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A67 Bronze

Seamaster Planet Ocean 600M Co Axial Master Chronometer 42mm
Diameter
42mm
42mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
47.5mm
lowest
Thickness
n/a
13.8mm
Water Resistance
200m
600m
highest
Power Reserve
n/a
60h
MSRP
n/a
$8,600
Movement
Seiko NH38
Omega 8912
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
4 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
The Buyalov A67 Бронза receives praise for its 1967-style case, bezel, and bracelet, along with unique dial colors like fume-orange and sunburst teal, and excellent SuperLuminova C3 lume. Owners appreciate the bronze case's ability to develop a pleasing patina and its radial brushing that offers a unique 3D shine. The Seiko NH38 movement is noted for accuracy within 5 seconds per day and reliability. However, some owners criticize the loss of Russian character with the Seiko movement and find the dial logo distracting. The watch is also described as thicker and wearing bulkier than desired, with some finding the date window busy and its trapezoid shape unconventional. On balance, owners rate the Buyalov A67 Бронза highly for its distinctive dial colors and case design at its price point, despite reservations about the Seiko movement and case thickness.
Owners praise the Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean 600M Co Axial Master Chronometer 42mm for its robust, over-engineered case, functional dial with exceptional lume, and luxurious feel, with some finding the 42mm size perfect for larger wrists. Reviewers note a slimmer 13.8mm thickness and a more modern, angular design with a matte black dial and open-work numerals, powered by the automatic Omega 8912 movement. However, some owners and reviewers find the watch "chunky" or bulky, with proportions that resemble Seiko more than Omega, and a thickness of approximately 15.7mm is noted as a drawback by one owner. The omission of the helium escape valve is also mentioned by reviewers. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean 600M Co Axial Master Chronometer 42mm highly for its robust build and updated, slimmer design at 42mm.
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