Omega Announces Anti-Magnetic 8508 Watch Movement
Omega announced recently that they have designed an anti-magnetic watch movement based on their in-house co-axial 8500 series. The calibre 8508 uses specialized non-ferrous materials in its construction which allows it to be unaffected by magnetic energy up to 1.5 Tesla (15,000 gauss). Omega employed the Aqua Terra platform to display the movement as the 8508 does not rely on a conventional iron case layer for magnetic protection. This non-ferrous construction allows the movement to be protected from considerable magnetic interference while still being viewable via a display case back.This announcement from Omega is notable because two of their main competitors, IWC and Rolex, offer watches which have been designed to withstand magnetic fields and protect the accuracy of the movement within. The current Rolex Milgauss is, perhaps unsurprisingly, capable of withstanding up to 1,000 Gauss or roughly 1/15th that of this new Omega movement. IWC measures the effective protection of their In

The Longines Heritage Diver 1967 (Live Pics & Pricing)
Over the past few years, Longines has done a particularly fine job reviving its rather interesting past. As one can clearly see when watching the likes of a mega-collector Alfredo Paramico wax poetically about the brand, it is clear there is much to work with. This year at Basel, we saw some nice, reasonably priced and well designed classics brought back to life. Here is the Heritage Diver 1967. 1 OF 6 This bordeaux-bezeled beauty takes inspiration from a watch initially produced and sold back in 1967, originally powered by the excellent caliber 30CH. Now, the diving chronograph is revived in 42 mm featuring the Calibre L688.2, a column-wheel chrono made by ETA exclusively for Longines. The 13¼ line caliber has a power reserve of 54 hours. 2 OF 6 The case back features the masked man it did back in the late '60s, and gives the piece a nice retro feel. The entirely steel watch is water resistant to 30 bar, or 300 meters, which means someone could i

AP Ceramic Diver Initial Impression
Well I am not one to start incoming threads, and most that hang out on the AP side here know that I just took possession of a Ceramic Diver....so I guess I am doing this initial impression writeup so to speak. A couple of disclosures:have never seen the ceramic diver in the flesh until I took delivery of mine. I have 6.5 wristshave never owned an APHeres my thoughts. At 42mm and 13.9mm thick it is the perfect size for a divers sport watch in my opinion. This also has to do with the overall shape of the case and its dimensions, beyond the measured 10:00 to 4:00 42mm.The orange accents stand out and I do wish that they weren't there, it does cheapen the look of the watch.The dial and hands are of top notch finishing. The movement, as seen through the see through display back, is finished very nicely, albeit small for the watch. The actual movement is pretty small and it looks a little out of place. I also prefer solid case backs.The ceramic, wow. AP has done a masterful job finishing

Cool Omega Sighting!
While working at the Port Columbus Airport today I recognized a fellow a couple people ahead of me in the TSA line. Then it dawned on me that it was the former head of NASA (sorry, can't remember his name). The TSA was really giving his luggage a going over so I had the time to ask him if he indeed was who I thought he was. He was nice enough to confirm my suspicions. But what actually caught me eye originally was his watch. I then asked and is that a Speedy you are wearing? He smiled and said it sure is. I responded how appropriate. I thanked him for his work and wished safe travels.dP

Omega Lume Question
Hey everybody, I have a question about certain Omegas and their lume colors. It seems like the seamaster professionals have a blue lume, whereas I've seen Planet Ocean models with what appears to be either green or blue lume depending on the picture. Most people seem to agree that Omega has very impressive lume, but I'm wondering which color is used on the Planet Ocean?References:i135.photobucket/albums/q...s/IMG_0278.jpg.time2watch.net/images/po2.jpg