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Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra Shades Co Axial Master Chronometer

Owners widely praise the Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra Shades Co Axial Master Chronometer for its versatile design, beautiful dial, and suitability as an everyday watch. Reviewers and owners alike highlight the refined dial with its applied markers and horizontal teak-inspired lines, noting excellent legibility and a sophisticated, luxurious feel. The comfort of the factory rubber strap is frequently mentioned, and some owners find the watch to be a "go anywhere, do anything" timepiece. One owner reports accuracy of +5 seconds per day, within Master Chronometer specifications. However, some reviewers find the steel bracelet lags behind the case quality, and a lack of micro-adjustments on the clasp is noted as a drawback for daily wear. One owner wished for a jumping hour hand on the movement. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra Shades Co Axial Master Chronometer highly for its versatile design and beautiful dial, making it a sophisticated dress/sport hybrid.

Rolex Explorer

Owners widely report the Rolex Explorer is exceptionally comfortable and versatile, dominating daily wear across formal and casual settings. Reviewers and owners consistently praise its understated design, immaculate finishing, and comfortable, tapering bracelet. One owner notes exceptional rate stability, gaining only +1.4 seconds in a week, while another reports +1 second per day. The 36mm size is highlighted as particularly comfortable, though some find the 3-6-9 markers too small, making the case wear even smaller. Some owners find the bezel scratches easily compared to the matte case, and a few consider it overpriced beyond MSRP. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Rolex Explorer highly for its comfort, versatility, and understated "watch-guy's" appeal.

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Seamaster Aqua Terra Shades Co Axial Master Chronometer34mm
Explorer36mm
Power Reserve
Seamaster Aqua Terra Shades Co Axial Master Chronometer55h
Explorer70h
Water Resistance
Seamaster Aqua Terra Shades Co Axial Master Chronometer150m
Explorer100m
MSRP
Seamaster Aqua Terra Shades Co Axial Master Chronometer$20,700
Explorer$14,600

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Sport
Field
Diameter
34mm
36mm
Thickness
11.88mm
Lug-to-Lug
40.5mm
Lug Width
16mm
Material
18kt Moonshine Gold
Yellow Rolesor
Finish
Steel
Yellow Rolesor - combination of Oystersteel and yellow gold
Water Resistance
150m
100m
Caseback
Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Domed
Flat
Dial Color
Blue
Black
Indices
Arabic numerals
Lume
None
Chromalight

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Omega 8800
3230
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
55h
70h
Jewels
0
31

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$20,700
$14,600
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