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 Omega Men's Seamaster Watch #2551.80.00 By: Omega More Information Consider Casino Royale Instead  by: Anonymous On: 2007-03-02 This style of the famous James Bond watch first appeared in the movie Golden Eye (1995) and is still available as the full size gents model 2531.80.00 and mid-size model 2551.80.00. The 2006 edition of the James Bond watch made its debut in the movie Casino Royale. Actually, there are two Omega watches in the movie; the limited edition Omega Seamaster Plant Ocean Big Size 2907.50.91 and the limited edition Omega Seamaster Chronometer 2226.80.00. The new 2006 models 2220.80.00 and 2222.80.00 mid-size have several refinements that you should consider over the previous models. Most notably, the automatic movement now has the newly designed Co-Axial escapement movement. The Co-Axial Technology reduces sliding friction compared with the lever escapement in the previous model and ensures greater accuracy over time. More importantly, it doesnt require servicing for 10 years versus 2-3 years in the previous model. Servicing a luxury watch like Omega can be expensive. Bear in mind that any Omega watch purchased on the internet voids the International Warranty, so read the sellers warranty terms carefully. The other big change is the appearance of the watch face. The blue wave dial is a deeper shade blue with a more distinctive wave pattern and the Seamaster script is a subtle red. More apparent is the hour markings are now encased in stainless steel mountings instead of painted on as in the previous model. This alone cleans up the watch face and makes it look like it costs thousands more. If you desire a James Bond series watch with a true Swiss movement, consider the new, improved i.e. lower maintenance 2222.80.00. This watch is also available in a quartz version as model 2223.80.00 at a more affordable price. Very nice!!!  by: eh0013 On: 2006-10-07 I love this watch! Not as bulbous as the actual 2531.80 James Bond version...less masculine...perfect for a smaller wrist (mine is 6.5"). This does not come with the factory warranty but none do if bought from the internet. Amazon does provide a 5 year limited warranty (versus Omegas 2 year)! I was pleasantly surprised. Serial number is intact and accuracy is incredible (+2 seconds per day at the most). There are other listings for this model on Amazon that ship from "outside" watch dealers. I am not sure if the 5 year warranty applies but when I went directly to check their sites, they only offer a 2 year warranty. I would recommend ordering one that ships directly from Amazon. Totally Satisfied with the Purchase On: 2006-03-09The watch is very nice. The delivery was very prompt and the package was very well protected. |