Alright, let’s talk about this watch I’ve been messing around with – the CopyOMEGA Ω Co-Axial Master Chronometer 45.5mm Classic Style. I’ve been wearing this thing for a while now, and I gotta say, it’s quite an experience.
First off, I started by doing some digging. I visited an OMEGA boutique, just to get the basic info of the original model. They told me that the “Master Co-Axial Chronometer” means it’s resistant to magnetic fields over 15,000 gauss. That’s pretty cool, I guess, not that I’m around magnets all day. But it’s just a basic knowledge, and it’s a replica. I wouldn’t expect too much. Then I went to get this copy one.
The next thing I had to decide was whether I wanted a manual wind or an automatic. The boutique guy mentioned that with the Speedmaster Pro, you have to wind it every day or every other day. I’m not sure about that hassle, so I decided to go with the automatic one, which is this model.
Then I started reading up on reviews. I found this one about the Omega Seamaster 300 Master Co-Axial. Some guy named Felix Scholz called it one of the best watches of 2014. I figured if the real one is that good, maybe this replica would be decent too. I mean, it’s not the real deal, but it looks pretty similar, which is a good start. And the original one is a bit of a reach for me. So I bought this replica instead.
I also learned about the OMEGA Seamaster Planet Ocean Co-Axial Master Chronometer Chronograph. It’s got a 45.5mm stainless steel case. I thought that sounded robust, so I kept that in mind when I was looking at this copy. It’s also 45.5mm and made of stainless steel, so it feels pretty solid on my wrist. I tried to put it in water, just a little bit, it’s OK for now. Let’s see how long it will last.
Then there’s the history stuff. I read that the first Omega Speedmaster was called the “Broad Arrow.” That doesn’t really matter to me, but it’s interesting, I guess. Anyway, I was more focused on the newer models. So I don’t really care about that.
I was thinking about buying an Omega in general, and I stumbled upon this Co-Axial thing. Apparently, they’re a big deal. I found some good deals on eBay for Co-Axial movements, but that’s not something I’m into. And they are selling original ones. But I just want a replica. So I skip that.
Finally, I looked into buying and selling these watches. I saw something about the Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean 600M Co-Axial 45.5 Master Chronometer GMT Deep Black. That’s a mouthful. But it gave me an idea of the price range for these kinds of watches. Of course, that’s for the real ones. The price is way too high, not my thing.
Wearing the Watch
So, after all that research, I finally got this CopyOMEGA Ω Co-Axial Master Chronometer 45.5mm Classic Style on my wrist. It’s big, that’s for sure. The 45.5mm case is noticeable, but it’s not too heavy. It feels substantial, which I like. For now, I will just wear it every day, see how it goes.
The classic style is pretty nice. It’s not too flashy, but it’s definitely not boring. It goes with pretty much everything I wear, from jeans and a t-shirt to a suit. I don’t know, it’s just versatile. I haven’t gotten the time to go to the boutique to have a real comparison. But at first glance, I think it does a good job of looking like a genuine Omega, at least from a distance.
Final Thoughts
Overall, I’m pretty happy with this watch. It’s a replica, so I’m not expecting miracles. But it looks good, feels good, and it’s been keeping time accurately so far. And it doesn’t cost a fortune. Plus, I learned a bit about Omega watches in the process. I didn’t go deep into that, since I am just sharing my experience with the replica.
Would I recommend it? Yeah, I think so. If you’re into the Omega look but don’t want to spend thousands of dollars, this is a solid option. Just don’t go around pretending it’s the real deal. And don’t expect it to last forever. But for the price, it’s a pretty good deal in my opinion.
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