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Omega De Ville Prestige Co Axial Master Chronometer

Owners widely praise the Omega De Ville Prestige Co Axial Master Chronometer for its beauty and build quality at its price point, specifically highlighting the "linen" dial's light-reactive texture and the hands' dynamic color shifts. Reviewers note the 34mm automatic model features the Omega 8800 movement and a flat dial with a date window, while some owners appreciate the sophisticated light reflection and the coaxial movement's presence. A few owners mention the movement's ticking is audible, and one commenter found the date wheel color mismatched. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Omega De Ville Prestige Co Axial Master Chronometer highly for its elegant design and value proposition.

From video reviewers

The sun-brushed blue dial with cabochon indexes and Roman numerals is a key aesthetic highlight. The Master Chronometer certified movement offers robust accuracy and anti-magnetism.

Grand Seiko SBGM221

Grand Seiko SBGM221 is widely praised for its exceptional dial finish, highly polished hands and indices, and elegant design. Owners consistently highlight the stunning craftsmanship, with specific mention of the up to 11 hand-polished facets on its rectangular markers. The reliable 9S66 movement is noted for its 72-hour power reserve and true GMT functionality, tested beyond Chronometer specifications. Some enthusiasts desire a bidirectional 24-hour bezel, which the Grand Seiko SBGM221 lacks, and its 13.7mm thickness and 19mm lug width are noted as potential limitations. On balance, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGM221 highly for its exquisite finishing and elegant, comfortable design.

From video reviewers

The SBGM221 is praised for its value within the Grand Seiko lineup. The lug width is cited as a weakness.

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
De Ville Prestige Co Axial Master Chronometer34mm
SBGM22139.5mm
Power Reserve
De Ville Prestige Co Axial Master Chronometer55h
SBGM22172h
Water Resistance
De Ville Prestige Co Axial Master Chronometer30m
SBGM22130m
MSRP
De Ville Prestige Co Axial Master Chronometer$8,300
SBGM221$5,400

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
GMT
Diameter
34mm
39.5mm
Thickness
10.1mm
13.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
39.38mm
46.9mm
Lug Width
16mm
19mm
Material
Steel & Sedna Gold
Stainless Steel
Finish
Steel

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Domed
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Silver

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Omega 8800
Grand Seiko 9S66
Power Reserve
55h
72h
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$8,300
$5,400
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