BaselWorld 2014 : OMEGA 2014 Collections & Master CO-AXIAL Calibres

Mar 29, 2014,12:23 PM
 

The first step in OMEGA’s Co-Axial revolution began in 1999 with the unveiling of the Co-Axial escapement; in 2007, the brand developed the calibres 8500/8501, the first in-house Co-Axial movements; and just one year ago, OMEGA announced the creation of the first truly anti-magnetic watch movement.



Master Co-Axial 8500




All of these milestones in OMEGA’s history of product innovation have paved the way to the launch of most advanced mechanical movements the watch world as ever seen - the OMEGA Master Co-Axial calibres. The family of exclusive movements includes Master Co-Axial calibres 8400/8401, 8500, 8511 and 8520 - all of which are distinguished from their Co-Axial predecessors by their ability to resist magnetic fields greater than 15,000 gauss.






In 2013, OMEGA introduced the first truly anti-magnetic watch movement, the OMEGA Co-Axial calibre 8508. Over the course of one year, OMEGA has industrialised its anti-magnetic technology and reintroduced it in a vibrant range of timepieces with various sizes and styles. Unlike other efforts to combat the effects of magnetism, these movements do not rely on a protective container inside the watchcase but on the use of selected non-ferromagnetic materials in the movement itself.





The first important step toward creating an anti-magnetic movement began in 2008 with the launch of the Si14 silicon balance spring. The staffs and pivots of this upgraded calibre are made of Nivagauss™; the steel plates found in the Co-Axial escapement have been replaced with non-magnetic plates; and the spring of the shock absorber has been crafted from an amorphous material. In time, this exclusive world premiere technology will equip the wristwatches in all of OMEGA’s storied watch families.

In addition to their impressive magnetic resistance, the OMEGA Master Co-Axial calibres feature OMEGA’s free-sprung balance system, three-level Co-Axial escapement and special luxury design elements including a rhodium-plated rotor and bridge decorated with Geneva waves in arabesque.

The reliability and timekeeping performance of the OMEGA Master Co-Axial calibres over time is such that each watch equipped with one of these extraordinary mechanical movements is offered with a full four-year warranty.

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OMEGA Seamaster 300

 
 By: Kong : March 29th, 2014-12:33
In 1957, OMEGA introduced its Seamaster 300 – a watch designed specifically for divers and professionals who worked underwater. The unidirectional rotating bezel and diving scale, along with the combination of a black dial, lighter indexes and large hands...  

Superb. Two reserves, nonetheless...

 
 By: amanico : March 30th, 2014-13:31
1/ The wording at 6 o clock, which was not necessary. 2/ The sapphire case back, which is a non sense of such a diving Watch. The rest is as convincing as it is seductive. Best, Nicolas

This was "watch of the show" for me...

 
 By: Baron - Mr Red : April 1st, 2014-03:07
....in terms of which watch "drew me in" quickly and made me feel I needed to have one!! Superb.

WOW! [nt]

 
 By: smorrisonmd : April 1st, 2014-19:27

Great! Hoping for a nice price and this one will be 2nd next

 
 By: Arie - Mr Orange : April 2nd, 2014-14:02
Love that Omega 300. Loved the vintage one as well but I just can't bear buying an old beat up watch with a ' tropical' dial. Rather fade one myself.

It looks really great...

 
 By: DrStrong : April 3rd, 2014-00:54
...and I think it was a good idea to reissue the early SM300. Now let's wait and see how it looks like in the metal.

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Lovely classic, though sadly too large for me

 
 By: anaesdoc : March 30th, 2014-12:24
Hi Kong, thanks for presenting this Omega novelty! I would go for it on the spot as this classic case and waffle dial with the date at six is a great favourite of mine. The old ref. 2627 and 2757 display these features, but they have the modest diameter o...  

If it only was mine, sigh!

 
 By: anaesdoc : March 31st, 2014-02:00
Thanks, Nicolas, for your support! I wish the people at Omega HQ would listen. The watch is not actually mine, but I am looking to find one, preferably in steel. Have a good start in the new week, anaesdoc

In most cases (no pun intended!), I'd agree . . .

 
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I agree with your point, Art ...

 
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