Well, while not being entirely shatterproof, ceramic is still among the most durable materials out there. Zirconium dioxide is extremely scratch-resistant and very capable of withstanding exposure to acids and UV radiation. So, at the end, with Omega Dark Side of the Moon, we get heavily upgraded legend – a true Moonwatch of the 21st century.

From the stylistic point of view, a very few watches can stand tall in a direct comparison with Omega Dark Side of the Moon. The way the ceramic is treated is a joy to behold. With a finish that in a way emulates finish of stainless steel watches, Omega did a marvelous job by mixing the polished and brushed surfaces, creating a watch that is very stylish despite its masculine proportions. In this case, black is definitely a new black!

Borrowing heavily from the company’s rich heritage, Dark Side of the Moon is the watch that can be instantly recognized as a full-blooded Speedmaster. Of course, this is a very good thing, especially from the marketing point of view. Linking it with Omega’s arguably biggest success, Omega Speedmaster Pro (the first and the only watch worn on the Moon, by none other than Buzz Aldrin) will bring tons of old customers and space-program enthusiasts. For the new ones – let’s be honest and say that, despite its technical excellence, this is one very fashionable timepiece that will be a flying success among customers less interested in its (huge) horological values, and more in the pure style.

Technical details are also very impressive. The beating heart of this remarkable watch is Omega’s pride and joy, still relatively new caliber 9300, the automatic chronograph movement with column wheel and Omega’s trademark co-axial escapement. The movement is adjusted to five positions and, of course, is COSC certified. Caliber 9300 is widely regarded as one of the best automatic chronographs ever produced and its level of decoration (yes, it is visible through the transparent caseback) is absolutely astonishing.

I must be honest and say that particular version that I had in my hands isn’t the most legible watch around. But, its slick combination of black on black, with more than impressive matte finish of the dial and hands, looks so good that legibility issues simply becomes irrelevant. Its stealth effect is both stylish and macho, this is the watch that one can very well imagine with a black suit as well as with a casual minimal look.

So, at the end of the day, I really think that Omega scored with this one. While there are many worthy competitors out there, with most prominent Tudor Black Shield among them, Omega Dark Side of the Moon can be easily considered a “leader of the pack”. With its high-quality case, modern and stylish design and technical excellence, this watch presents a wonderful combination of various elements that make one product a hit that will last way longer than couple of seasons.

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Vintage lines of this masculine watch are reminiscent of the classic Speedmasters from the fifties, but with subtle yet effective changes. The name 57 represents a homage to a very similar model that was introduced in 1957, with so-called „broad arrow“ hands, also present on the contemporary model.

The movements inside Speedmaster ’57 are the Omega’s Co-Axial calibers 9300/9301, equipped with a silicon balance spring – the first of Omega’s exclusive in-house Co-Axial calibers to incorporate a chronograph function. This revolutionary and highly decorated movement is visible through the watch’s sapphire crystal caseback.

Finally, let’s be honest and think for a while: who could be a better poster-face for a watch that is at the same time vintage and modern, nonchalant but with dominant presence…than the iconic actor-turned director George Clooney? The slogan of the campaign says „George Clooney’s choice“.

I kinda believe that it really is!

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It all started with simple Omega Seamaster quartz in „Goldeneye“ and since those days, Omega and Bond have stood side by side in a lucrative marketing deal that has proven extremely effective for both brands. For the new entry in Bond series, Omega prepared a limited edition of its already successful retro-looking diver, the Seamaster 300. Following the success of the similar-themed watches like Longines Legend Diver and Tudor Black Bay, Omega released its own vintage-inspired timepiece back in the 2014. They also did a tremendous job by implementing all cutting-edge technology in it, thus creating a timepiece that is retro only by its design, which is a re-imagination of a Seamaster watches from the 50’s.

For the newest Bond watch that will have its debut with new „Spectre“ movie, changes are subtle but evident. Gone are 18ct gold and two-tone options, because the watch worn by indestructible secret agent is (and must be) in durable stainless steel. The bezel on this limited edition, while still in scratch-resistant ceramic coating, is quite different than the one on the regular model. Instead of classical diving bezel, „Spectre“ Seamaster has dual-time bezel with 12 hour markers, for possible tracking of second time-zone. Water resistance is up to 300 meters, which makes it a perfectly capable for professional use. The movement in it is unchanged from non-limited edition, and it is a work of art. A prestigious in-house Omega Caliber 8400 co-axial movement is anti-magnetic up to 15,000 Gauss, thanks to the exclusive use of anti-magnetic materials in the escapement. What is also gone is a metal bracelet. Since the Sean Connery’s iconic turn as an agent in her Majesty secret service, a real Bond-watches were worn on NATO straps. Omega finally realized that and offered this limited edition Seamaster with fantastic fabric strap, strongly reminiscent of the one worn by Sean Connery in „Dr. No“.

Every Omega Seamaster 300 “Spectre” timepiece will have engraved its unique serial number, along with the „Spectre“ logo on the caseback and „007“ on the strap holder. This sleek and elegant timepiece is a perfect choice not only for franchise lovers or seasoned watch aficionados, but also for anyone who appreciates understated luxury and seeks for an indestructible timepiece of highest quality that is built to last for a lifetime.

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