A Guide To Buying An OMEGA Watch
From pioneering space exploration to unrivalled sports timekeeping and silver screen appearances, owning an OMEGA watch is like owning a little piece of history. Founded in 1848 in Switzerland, their pioneering Swiss watchmaking knowledge has been passed down through generations and has earned them a number of world firsts.
Making history as the first watch on the Moon, OMEGA’s string of accolades includes not only their award-winning role as Official Timekeeper of the Olympic Games - which we’re so excited to see for the 31st time in Paris 2024 - but also their dedication to watchmaking innovation, which has seen them create the world’s first Master Chronometer and signature OMEGA precision.
OMEGA’s attention to detail is evident in all of their creations. From the brand’s meticulously crafted movements and technical features to their exclusive, patented materials and emblematic dial details, OMEGA really are the masters in precision.
What is a Master Chronometer?
To earn the name Master Chronometer, a watch and its movement must pass 8 stringent tests which go far beyond the normal chronometer certification. Approved by the Swiss Federal Institute of Metrology (METAS), these watches are subjected to 10 days of testing and must demonstrate resistance to magnetic fields of 15,000 gauss.
Our guide will take you through OMEGA’s collections to help you find the watch that’s perfect for you. From luxury adventure watches in the OMEGA Seamaster collection to sophisticated dress watches in the Constellation range, find the OMEGA collection that’s perfect for you.
OMEGA Seamaster
The watch of choice for underwater adventurers, the OMEGA Seamaster collection combines sleek styling with rugged performance. With extreme levels of water resistance, including up to a remarkable 6,000m, chronometer functions, and an array of innovative materials to ensure you have the best in endurance and reliability, the Seamaster collection is the perfect versatile wrist partner - above and below the waves.
Crafted in preparation for the Olympic Games 2024, this OMEGA Seamaster Diver 300M 42mm Olympic Automatic Men’s Watch marks OMEGA’s 31st time honouring their role as Official Timekeeper. Crafted in a robust stainless steel and exclusive 18ct Moonshine™ Gold case, we think this watch, along with its OMEGA Co-Axial Master Chronometer Calibre 8800 movement, is definitely gold medal-worthy. For an extra special detail, this model also features the Paris 2024 logo on the caseback.
This watch is coming soon to Beaverbrooks. To enquire, please call our online Sales Team on 0800 169 2329.
Favoured by the world’s most famous member of the Secret Service, James Bond, this high-tech collection features gadgets such as helium escape valves and Master Co-Axial Chronometer movements, as well as being supremely water resistant. Match with the spy himself with this OMEGA Seamaster Diver 300m 007 Edition Titanium Automatic Men’s Watch – the identical timepiece worn by James Bond in the highly anticipated ‘No Time To Die’. It’s crafted in a titanium case, featuring a 300m water resistance and unidirectional rotating bezel for the ultimate diving tool watch. Perfect for your day-to-day, secret missions, and everything in-between.
Inspired by OMEGA’s rich maritime history, the OMEGA Seamaster Aqua Terra 150m models are definitely a must-have. With an elegant aesthetic and diamond hour markers, this OMEGA Seamaster Aqua Terra 150M 28mm Diamond Ladies Watch combines sophistication with exceptional precision and robustness. Crafted in a stainless steel case, with a matching bracelet and OMEGA quartz movement, it’s timeless.
Seamaster at a glance:
28-55mm case size
150m-6,000m water resistance
Our collection of OMEGA Seamaster watches starts from £3,100 or £86,12 per month with 3 years interest free credit
Perfect for:
Those who want a high performing diving watch
Making a bold statement on the wrist, with advanced complications and statement design
A watch that celebrates the maritime heritage of OMEGA and the brand’s passion for the sea
OMEGA Speedmaster
First released over 60 years ago, the OMEGA Speedmaster has probably the most legendary heritage of any Swiss Made watch. One of only a handful of watches to pass NASA’s most stringent tests, its stellar precision, strength and reliability led to it becoming the first watch to be worn on the Moon in 1969.
Whilst its contribution to space exploration has earned the Speedmaster its nickname: the Moonwatch, it was originally designed as a racing chronograph. Its dial was inspired by the dashboard of Italian cars, and it was the first watch to feature a tachymetric scale on its bezel - making it an immediate hit with competitive racing drivers. The three chronograph sub-dials, date window and tachymeter make this OMEGA Speedmaster 38mm Chronometer Chronograph Automatic Men's Watch a wonderfully multifunctional timepiece.
With an asymmetrical case, black step dial and the famous dot over 90 on the anodised aluminium bezel ring, we love this OMEGA Speedmaster Moonwatch Professional Men's Watch for its iconic story and new Master Chronometer Certification - the highest standard of precision, performance and magnetic resistance in the Swiss watch industry.
Speedmaster at a glance:
38-46mm case size
50-100m water resistance
Our collection of OMEGA Speedmaster watches starts from £5,300 or £147.23 per month with 3 years interest free credit
Perfect for:
Following in the footsteps of the first men to walk on the moon
Those who want a watch that has a great story to tell
Motorsport enthusiasts looking for an authentic racing chronograph
OMEGA Constellation
Sporting a classic and timeless style that’s the perfect accessory for any wardrobe, the OMEGA Constellation has been a design icon since it was first launched in 1952. Even though the Constellation collection might be revered for its good looks above all else, the movements that power these beautiful timepieces are also pretty impressive too.
The watch to be seen in if you want to stand out from the crowd; with its trademark star at 6 o’clock, the famous half-moon claws and the signature horizontal links, the Constellation is one of the world’s most instantly identifiable timepieces.
This OMEGA Constellation 28mm Diamond Ladies Watch boasts a dramatic, elegant and enduring design. With diamond dot hour markers set onto a purple sun brushed dial, it certainly reminisces the sparkling stars in the night sky. Driven by a quartz movement that’s housed in a dainty 28mm case, we love the delicate, jewellery-like feel of the Constellation collection.
This OMEGA Constellation Co-Axial Master Chronometer Automatic Men’s Watch combines dramatic style with precision timekeeping – we also love the black and white, classic look. Proving that the Constellation collection isn’t just all about the aesthetics, this timepiece is driven by the OMEGA Co-Axial Master Chronometer Calibre 8900 automatic movement. Talk about a watch that can do it all!
Constellation at a glance:
24-41mm case size
100m water resistance
Our collection of OMEGA Constellation watches starts from £3,000 or £83.34 per month with 3 years interest free credit
Perfect for:
Those who want a dress watch with an instantly recognisable sense of style
Blending sophisticated, retro style with ultimate precision
Small case sizes. With ladies case sizes starting at a diminutive 24mm, the Constellation collection is perfect if you like dainty watches
OMEGA De Ville
As famous for its cutting-edge technology as its elegant contemporary and slightly retro aesthetic, the OMEGA De Ville collection is full of the pioneering sprit that this legendary Swiss watch brand is famous for. The first collection to house OMEGA’s famous Co-Axial automatic calibre, the collection’s state-of-the-art movements are paired with exquisite finishes which beautifully complement their understated sense of sophistication.
Providing the ideal opportunity for indulging in luxurious finishes without ever looking over-the-top, the De Ville collection captures the romance of traditional Swiss watchmaking perfectly. This OMEGA De Ville Prestige 18ct Sedna™ Gold and Stainless Steel Automatic Men’s Watch is a timeless classic, boasting the brand’s in-house Co-Axial Master Chronometer calibre 8800 automatic movement for micro-precision and accuracy. We love the traditional, sophisticated aesthetic of this timepiece, showcasing a black leather strap, silver dial, and stainless steel case.
This OMEGA De Ville Prestige Stainless Steel Mother of Pearl Quartz Ladies Watch draws on the enchantment and aesthetic of nature, with a mother-of-pearl dial and complementing Sedna™ gold hands and hour markers. Driven by a quartz movement and crafted in a 27.5mm stainless steel case with a matching bracelet, it has a chic, refined design we love.
De Ville at a glance:
24-41mm case size
30-100m water resistance
Our collection of OMEGA De Ville watches starts from £2,800 or £77.78 per month with 3 years interest free credit
Perfect for:
Those who want elegant design that you can wear every day
Making a subtle statement of style, with its thin cases and elegant finishing touches
Wearing luxury on your wrist. The De Ville collection does prestige particularly well
Check out our Swiss Watch Buying Guide for all the help you need on choosing your next luxury timepiece, or discover our Watch Buying Guide for everything you need to know before purchasing a new watch.
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