The smartest man in this part of the watch industry. Perhaps the only one worth listening to; able to be poetic, insightful and reticent in equal measure.
If we ignore the absurd hype around this one particular OP dial, you can't go wrong with either watch, but I definitely find the Omega's denim dial more interesting. That said, it'd awesome if Omega updated the Railmaster with the same sandwich dial they gave the new SM300, because the dial is too flat for my taste (much like the old SM300 was), so a bit of dial depth would be appreciated.
Love me some Omega (it's where I started my watch journey), but OP here for sure. Now, compared to an Aqua Terra...that's a closer fight (which you've done before). In my case, I chose AT as my first luxury watch!
Ignoring hype, pricing, availability - I've always felt omega was the mature gentleman's watch (think a younger grandpa who remains stylish) and Rolex was the sporty brand. Both great for you just at different points in life, if that makes sense?
I can get the Omega for 3200 euro new. I belive the AD price on the Rolex was its value. For that price I would buy it wear it. Thats not the reality I am considering the railmaster because I can afford it would wear it and that's more valuable to me.
I'm an unashamed Omega fan, but in this case it's the Rolex - at retail, or close too anyway. Was on a "waiting list" for one until it was discontinued, and it wasn't to flip - I just think it's easily the better looking watch of the two on show here, and also one of the nicest in Rolex's lineup (or was - typical Rolex discontinuing it).
My Aqua Terra 2500 is only 11mm thick, beautiful cream dial, still 150 metres resistant, runs to chronometer standard after 14 years. I wear it pretty much every day. My OP Green 36 is in a safety deposit box, where it has been since March. It has therefore somehow become imaginary. Yes, I'm an idiot. Omega on the other hand is a watch for people who actually want a watch.
I'd go with the Omega as it's readily available I feel like everything Rolex conversation comes with "price is no object" or the idea you'd find it at retail. Which kind of ruins the comparison then except for a few folks who can afford to pay the secondary market price for a Rolex. Great content as always Tim.
I looked at some different colour OPs, tried them on appreciated the looks. Left the boutique, thinking I'll need to sleep on it before i decide. Soon after, i went back but stopped by an Omega boutique on the way. I tried on the blue railmaster on the strap and left the shop lighter in cash but with something that was love at first sight. May pick up the silver one on the bracelet as well. You like what you like 👍 👌
OP: I have the lemon and love it, I would have liked the coral, and would still like to get the blue and green ones. It is slim, comfortable and of course has the easy link which is a big thing for me with bracelets.
Self confessed Omega fanboy but I really like the OP….personally I’d have it in 36mm and the bright blue colour. I’d take the Aqua Terra over a Datejust though
Both watches are incredible, no argue there. That being said, current Rolex situation is just absurd- waiting lists for years, prices going up, etc. The Omega is a better value proposition. Also, if you pay above retail for the Rolex, it makes it a terrible proposition. But at the end of the day everyone should get what their heart desires and fits their lifestyle.
I own pieces from both and to be honest I really do like Omega. While I do think the OP is very overhyped it is superior to this Omega. The printed dial on the Omega is a fail in comparison. Rolex makes great timepieces and have value at list. The problem begins when you introduce waitlists and gray market prices. Something Omega seems to be moving towards which is disappointing.
$25,000 for this Rolex is absolutely ridiculous! This is no way justified! Besides, what man would wear a watch with this dial color? 😂 And even otherwise, I would prefer an Omega over a Rolex any day. The image of Rolex watches (looking at what kind of people wear a Rolex compared to the person wearing an Omega) doesn't speak to me. I can't identify with it, nor do I want to.
@@buymac I think his point is, there are watch fans, and there are Rolex fans. Watch fans will buy and wear what they want regardless of other opinions including both Omega and Rolex. There is however a group who are only interested in bling factor that comes with a fine watch and therefore only care about Rolex which only serves to support their own ideology of being superior
Lot of Rolex haters here. Price of course is an issue. But versus should be about which is the better watch. For me the choice is clear...it is the OP. I own the OP41 in yellow!
No way I would pay 25k for this Rolex, but I think it is more extravagant than the Railmaster and if price was not an option I would choose the Rolex (though I am an Omega fan).
I was on the fence about my first higher end watch and it was Omega I finally bought. I think it’s more my brand. Rolex reminds me more of a Bentley style with all the bling and I’m more of a Range Rover guy.
That 41 is just too big for me despite the fact that I love that shade of blue. I just don't like the case shape on the Omega. I wouldn't get either, personally
Like comparing a Gold Nugget with a Buffalo t*rd....lol I bought my OP for $8,600 (Australian $$$$) rrp about $5,700 USD. Seems I made a great decision and no it's not for sale .......lol
This is a pretty dumb comparison. It's like doing a black seamaster 300 vs the new Rolex deepsea challenge because they both have black dials? Entry level comparisons would be an Aqua Terra vs an OP.
If you aspire to be someone, go for the Rolex If you already are someone buy the watch you want to wear. The watch doesn't make the man, the man makes the watch
@@Angry_Gnome Omega is a great watch, just lower in the hierarchy than Rolex, like Seiko is great, but lower than Omega. I love my Seikos as much as my Omegas, and my Omegas as much as my Rolex.
The smartest man in this part of the watch industry. Perhaps the only one worth listening to; able to be poetic, insightful and reticent in equal measure.
If we ignore the absurd hype around this one particular OP dial, you can't go wrong with either watch, but I definitely find the Omega's denim dial more interesting.
That said, it'd awesome if Omega updated the Railmaster with the same sandwich dial they gave the new SM300, because the dial is too flat for my taste (much like the old SM300 was), so a bit of dial depth would be appreciated.
“ An unauthorized transfer “- love it!
At the secondary market price, NO way would I pay 23k for an OP. The Omega is a fair value at 3500$ and a good looking watch.
Railmaster anyday. It is almost a perfect watch
To me the omega coaxial master chronometer without hesitation.
I bout a denim/bracelet Railmaster from 1916 two weeks ago. Originally purchased 12/23, loads of warranty remaining. $3000
To me,the rail master just has more character than the OP.
It is also a beautiful watch
Love me some Omega (it's where I started my watch journey), but OP here for sure. Now, compared to an Aqua Terra...that's a closer fight (which you've done before). In my case, I chose AT as my first luxury watch!
Ignoring hype, pricing, availability - I've always felt omega was the mature gentleman's watch (think a younger grandpa who remains stylish) and Rolex was the sporty brand. Both great for you just at different points in life, if that makes sense?
I can get the Omega for 3200 euro new. I belive the AD price on the Rolex was its value. For that price I would buy it wear it. Thats not the reality I am considering the railmaster because I can afford it would wear it and that's more valuable to me.
Informative and entertaining video as always! Tim please do more versus videos, they are my favourite
I got the OP36 in candy pink . I find it super versatile with blazers , to jeans to tshirts to the gym .
Yeah, a candy pink watch is the opposite of versatile. Lol
saying a candy pink watch is versatile is like saying the new deep sea challenge slides easily under a tight cuff.
I agreed 36mm is more versatile
@@franky3fingers337pink actually goes with a lot of colors.
I'm an unashamed Omega fan, but in this case it's the Rolex - at retail, or close too anyway. Was on a "waiting list" for one until it was discontinued, and it wasn't to flip - I just think it's easily the better looking watch of the two on show here, and also one of the nicest in Rolex's lineup (or was - typical Rolex discontinuing it).
My Aqua Terra 2500 is only 11mm thick, beautiful cream dial, still 150 metres resistant, runs to chronometer standard after 14 years. I wear it pretty much every day. My OP Green 36 is in a safety deposit box, where it has been since March. It has therefore somehow become imaginary. Yes, I'm an idiot. Omega on the other hand is a watch for people who actually want a watch.
I actually wanted OP 36 in black and since I have it, I wear it all the time! Give it a try!
I'd go with the Omega as it's readily available I feel like everything Rolex conversation comes with "price is no object" or the idea you'd find it at retail. Which kind of ruins the comparison then except for a few folks who can afford to pay the secondary market price for a Rolex. Great content as always Tim.
$24,000 for a steal OP is hilarious
I looked at some different colour OPs, tried them on appreciated the looks. Left the boutique, thinking I'll need to sleep on it before i decide. Soon after, i went back but stopped by an Omega boutique on the way. I tried on the blue railmaster on the strap and left the shop lighter in cash but with something that was love at first sight. May pick up the silver one on the bracelet as well. You like what you like 👍 👌
To be honest, the Omega Railmaster every time.
OP: I have the lemon and love it, I would have liked the coral, and would still like to get the blue and green ones. It is slim, comfortable and of course has the easy link which is a big thing for me with bracelets.
An Oyster Perpetual with a blue dial is also a consideration and wouldn’t be as costly as it’s not a limited edition.
So difficult to resist the Rolex. It's the quintessential Rolex of this day and age.
Self confessed Omega fanboy but I really like the OP….personally I’d have it in 36mm and the bright blue colour. I’d take the Aqua Terra over a Datejust though
Both watches are incredible, no argue there. That being said, current Rolex situation is just absurd- waiting lists for years, prices going up, etc. The Omega is a better value proposition. Also, if you pay above retail for the Rolex, it makes it a terrible proposition. But at the end of the day everyone should get what their heart desires and fits their lifestyle.
Prime example of tool vs jewelry. I own a GMT but this is a no brainer, omega takes the head to head.
Omega and a Calatrava for what the Rolex is going for! plus less likely to get a kicking when The Rolex is spotted!
I own pieces from both and to be honest I really do like Omega. While I do think the OP is very overhyped it is superior to this Omega. The printed dial on the Omega is a fail in comparison. Rolex makes great timepieces and have value at list. The problem begins when you introduce waitlists and gray market prices. Something Omega seems to be moving towards which is disappointing.
All of the other Aqua Terra variants have applied indices and hour markers.
$25,000 for this Rolex is absolutely ridiculous! This is no way justified! Besides, what man would wear a watch with this dial color? 😂
And even otherwise, I would prefer an Omega over a Rolex any day. The image of Rolex watches (looking at what kind of people wear a Rolex compared to the person wearing an Omega) doesn't speak to me. I can't identify with it, nor do I want to.
I love my Omega Speedmaster just as much as Rolex Batman. What kind of person am I? lol
cope
@@buymac rich
Lool
@@buymac I think his point is, there are watch fans, and there are Rolex fans. Watch fans will buy and wear what they want regardless of other opinions including both Omega and Rolex. There is however a group who are only interested in bling factor that comes with a fine watch and therefore only care about Rolex which only serves to support their own ideology of being superior
@@ALL-il1sw that‘s exactly the point.
Go for different color Rolex and buy both. Wear the Omega and save the Rolex for special occassions and investmrent
You can buy 3 OP and Omega Railmaster almost for that one OP price
Lot of Rolex haters here. Price of course is an issue. But versus should be about which is the better watch. For me the choice is clear...it is the OP. I own the OP41 in yellow!
Price is an issue when it's 10-20%. 7 times it becomes ridiculous 😂.
No way I would pay 25k for this Rolex, but I think it is more extravagant than the Railmaster and if price was not an option I would choose the Rolex (though I am an Omega fan).
I was on the fence about my first higher end watch and it was Omega I finally bought. I think it’s more my brand. Rolex reminds me more of a Bentley style with all the bling and I’m more of a Range Rover guy.
That 41 is just too big for me despite the fact that I love that shade of blue. I just don't like the case shape on the Omega. I wouldn't get either, personally
At retail I give it to the Rolex otherwise forget it.
For $25k I would an Omega 321 Ed White Speedy AND this Railmaster
Both are really good.
Railmaster for the win.
Rolex the way to go
Railmaster😍
Beautifull omega 💪💪
They (omega) should bring it back with new colour please.
Still only 39,5 mm for the OP 41.
Like comparing a Gold Nugget with a Buffalo t*rd....lol I bought my OP for $8,600 (Australian $$$$) rrp about $5,700 USD. Seems I made a great decision and no it's not for sale .......lol
T Mosso goes Crack Pipe reference, love it!!!! 🤣🤣🤣
Torn, love both😊
Omega over that overhyped Rolex anyday.
Nice, then I'll take the Rolex.
8ers gonna 8
sour grapes 😂😂😂
Of course you will pick the Omega, it’s the easier path. Sour grapes. This “vs” is pathetic…
@@wristroll_vlad You're right, it is pathetic. The Omega is the better watch in every way.
Put the prices
so irritating
A little harsh with the crack pipe reference. I love it. 😅
Both watches look like they're made for kids. The Omega wins because it's closer to the right size.
The Rolex looks so much more beautiful. I would never spend so much for a cheapish looking watch as the Omega, then rather go Seiko
I think the Aqua Terra may be a better comparison.
At least that RM does not have fake patina like most do. Love the OP.
If anything looks cheap it's the Rolex, nasty looking dial and end links that make the bracelet flair out.
@@garyboyle695 Each to their own :)
This is a pretty dumb comparison. It's like doing a black seamaster 300 vs the new Rolex deepsea challenge because they both have black dials? Entry level comparisons would be an Aqua Terra vs an OP.
Actually it would be an Aqua terra vs Datejust. Tim is correct in comparing these two no date entry level models
@@Talon173 DJ isn’t entry level, which is why I said entry level. Thanks
Only a clown would overpay for the same watch with a different colour.
Caliber 8806
Naravno omega..
If you aspire to be someone, go for the Rolex
If you already are someone buy the watch you want to wear. The watch doesn't make the man, the man makes the watch
Log on? WTH are you talking about? I clicked on a video. I didi not log on to anything.
Imo the Rolex is a much superior watch at the 6k price, at 25k heck no.
Omega 👍🏻, Rolex looks old !
Can't compare rolex to omega
You're right...The Omega is the better watch. 😂
@@Angry_Gnome Omega is a great watch, just lower in the hierarchy than Rolex, like Seiko is great, but lower than Omega.
I love my Seikos as much as my Omegas, and my Omegas as much as my Rolex.
Rolex is always better than any… omega hahahaha 😂
The Omega 321 is quite nice
Electromagnets say otherwise 😂
Ur wrong….
@@burnmaster2009going to include some examples in your comment?
Forget both of these watches, just buy a Sinn.