Omega's Other Chronograph: An Overview of the Omega Dynamic - the Best 38mm Chronograph Ever Made?
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Hello and welcome to Take Time! A Channel for watch enthusiasts by watch enthusiasts. Thanks for joining me today on another video.
It's great to see someone else who appreciates the Gen 3 Dynamic chronograph! It's a fantastic watch and one of Omega's best put-together pieces, full of character. There was a time about 15 years ago when it was a minor darling on internet watch forums, but it drifted back into obscurity afterwards, just as you say. A couple of bits of trivia to add to your excellent review: First, the three-minute markers on older chronographs may have a connection to pay phones (that gets reported a lot, but no watch company I've spoken with could confirm it), but the primary reason on chronographs is because 3 minutes is 1/20th of an hour. Pilots use time divisions like that for navigation by "dead reckoning", flying for specific fixed times per coordinates. You even find a few very unusual early flight watches marked *only* in 3-minute intervals for pilots' use.
Second, there were actually five known versions of the chrono model:
- The two you demonstrate with the black face and slightly different minute hashes on the chrono register;
- another variation on the black face with the green and white insignia of Thailand's Royal Irrigation Department (I know, talk about obscure...) on the dial above 6 o'clock, ref. 5242.52.00
- Targa Florio you mention, and
- a silver faced version made for the German market and marked "AVD" (Automobilclub von Deutschland, for their 100th anniversary) on the case back, ref. 5292.30.06.
There were also some variations on the time-date model, but that's for another time. ^-^
Fantastic review, love your work and look forward to more!
First and foremost, thank you for all this excellent Feedback! Info is hard to find on these, so it's always great to hear something new. "Royal Irrigation Department"... I feel like I need this model, haha. Thank you for all the trivia/details on the Dynamic!
OMEGA DYNAMIC Chronograph III, 5 stars rare bird... during the span of 3 short years of production, Omega only sold 8000 of this discontinued magnificent military style timepiece worldwide, definitely a collector item if you can still find one in good shape. The 44 jewels movement is super accurate, chronograph runs smooth as silk. For a vintage watch that is over 20 years old, mine is still ticking like an energizer bunny, I like it better than Speedmaster reduced, they are both about the same size, but the black face and yellow hand of the Omega Dynamic 3 chronograph makes it more standout and eyes catching
I just bought Omega Dynamic yesterday. So happy.
Good call.
Well, this just jumped to the top of my must acquire list! I love it... I've owned an Omega that the watch harkens to before... before this the speedy reduced was my favorite 38mm chrono, but this is amazing. Perfect field chronograph
+Yankee Rider Haha, right? It’s definitely worth the hunt. It’s an awesome piece man.
Just got mine delivered the other day... agree with every word on your review. BTW my collection also made up with mostly Japanese pieces, this really stood out and demanded to be bought.
What are your thoughts on the Omega Dynamic Chronograph? Also, what is your favorite 38mm Chronograph? Let me know down below. Also, I hope the case line footage at the end helps. If I have a particularly good example of a vintage/out of production watch, anticipate a full on case line review to be featured at the end.
The watch is beautiful. I have been meaning to purchase a unique vintage watch and have been eyeing the Seiko Bullhead and a chronograph and now the omega does it for me.
I almost bought a Speedtimer Bullhead... Wish I did. Still on my "Want" list.
Yes, another beautiful watch. I sent you an email. I hope you received it.
ugly imho
What 38mm Chronograph do you prefer?
Great video and great watch, but there's definitely nothing "historically significant" about it.
Hi Patrick , great watch and a awesome review! I bought one a couple of months ago after seeing an unboxing you did on the “ other channel “ and it was love at first sight! Thank you
+pltorok0515 Hahaha, nice! Yeah, that unboxing was a popular one (surprisingly)... I really do love this piece. Which dial variation do you have?
Take Time, w/Patrick Marlett I have the 5290.50. I didn’t know there was another configuration until I watched your video lol. Love the channel, keep them coming!
This is WAY cooler than a speedy reduced. Want one
That's not the same module as the later Speedy Reduced models, is it? The staggered controls look similar, but I guess that would be the case with any modular chronograph. Nice watch!
I know you talked about this particular watch when you were on properly wound, but it's great to see even more detail and history and everything about this watch in this video. Man, I want to get one now, LOL. And yes, those large pushers are definitely a standout feature for this particular design. You can never say never, but I feel it's safe to assume that you will probably never sell this watch. Enjoy it!
+Wing Yip Yeah. I never gave this one a “proper” review and it deserves it... I love talking vintage, so this was a fun episode to shoot. The “Puncher’s” are the best part of this piece and sorely lacking on it’s time/date version, haha. I intend to do more in-depth, vintage reviews as I continue collecting my Seikos.
This has to be my favorite piece from you. Thanks for sharing Pat. Lets meet up whenever you get the chance! I'd love to check this one out. Real eye candy.
+Lume Shot That sounds like fun, I’d love to talk watches. This piece is a stunner... I’ve got a few chronos now, but this piece takes the cake.
I love my Dynamic , perfect size, fun dial, really legible and just cool!lol
+mike o connor Hahaha, *cool* is honestly the best word to describe it. It’s just a fun chronograph.
I like the pushers on my Omega 3511.50, more so than the Dynamic, and it's my favorite feature of the watch. Like you was lucky to pick mine up just under $1K. Good review!
+Eric Nielsen I also really like the crown on that model, the 3511.50 - what size is it? - nice! Under $1k on that? What a find.
39 by 45 by 13.3mm. Some of the 39mm is added thickness on the right side guarding the crown & pushers; bezel is 37mm. I have to use fingernails to wind from the crown which is tiny but flat-sided.
+Eric Nielsen Good dimensions on that piece. Ahhh, so it’s likely a little crowded then on the righthand side(?). Interesting... I’ve never seen a “Reduced” (or any smaller Speedy variants) in person. Although I contemplated an early Speedy Reduced, I ultimately settled on this guy. Happy I did.
Hey Patrick, great and very in depth video about the dynamic. I personally have a Speedy reduced and it’s about 39mm so close. Love that I can literally wear this watch in every occasion and make it work. I have to say the all brushed look of the dynamic is perfect too! Tough call but I think I need to start a hunt for one!
+Victor Reynoso *Thanks man!* If you do manage to get one and *don’t* like it, the resell value is there, so win/win on that front. It’s honestly my “perfect” every day chrono. I’ve been meaning to give it more wrist time, as it definitely deserves it, and will likely soon. It’s a “Lifer” for me.
Nice Omega , very cool on the Haveston 1936 strap, great choice ! Love it Man
+Robert Sanchez Yeah, they sent over two models... Enjoying this one quite a bit man.
The dynamic chrono is a very cool watch that deserves more love imho. The zodiac also has the 3 minute markers for trunk calls too as it was a services watch. Interesting facts thrown in as always. Captain Z, you're a muppet so go home.
I almost bought one of those a while ago. I don't know why I didn't. It is super cool. Maybe I was stuck on larger watches then. The errors of the new collector. I love the no date aspect too.
Sweet timepiece.
--Michael
Also I didn't know the yellow details in the 30 minute sub-dial was a tool for payphone users! Rad.
--Michael
+Tough Solar *Thank you,* finding a watch without a date in 2017 is difficult. The Dynamic fills that need perfectly. Love the seamless look of a dateless dial.
If you like the pistons then you’ll love the Longines Avigation!
I actually don’t know that many 38mm Chronos, love my lil Seagull though, the retro line of the TH Carrera has a 39mm Chrono which I like a lot but it isn’t as nicely exicuted as your Omega.
The Dynamic line is stunning, there is more than the speedy at Omega, unfortunately they are not too innovative at Omega anymore and just relay nowadays just in bringing out another Speedy version. Sad but true.
Your model is pefect, the yellow is the sugar in the tea, really nicely done. Like the bracelet a lot, it’s a lil bit president style and I guess it does suit the watch very well.
And great to have a watch with punchers 😂😂 you made my day with that 🙏🏻🙏🏻
Oye, may I ask you how you do the lighting in your vids? This is where I struggle a bit as I relay on natural light ...
Thanks and cheers, Konstantin
+Mister B Yeah, of course! I always shoot at odd hours so lighting is crucial. While I couldn’t recommend the brand I use (as I don’t believe they’re of quality), check out LED Panels, 300+ LED’s in the least. There’s a lot to look into concerning lights, but here are some things to look for: Light Output (Brightness), Power Source, Bi-Colored or “Daylight” (one tone), CRI Rating (Color Accuracy of Light Source)... So, for instance, I purchased LED’s that are on canvas panels that I can roll up for run-and-gun work, but also pop up on a tripod (2xPanels) for lighting subjects or myself. If you mainly do talking hands, depending on what you’re shooting, one Key Light may be enough. There’s a gentleman with a channel called “DSLR Video Shooter” who reviews LED Light Panels in mass comparison, I highly recommend you check him out. (Falcon Eyes is the brand I use... He talks about it, but try and avoid them. I’ve had one too many problems to recommend personally).
Thanks Pat, good advice I will check his channel. I have to do talking hands and going to be on front of the cam but normally let’s see what i can get there 🙏🏻🙏🏻👍🏻👍🏻
By the way, didn’t purchase the Timex, too, aiming for a nomos ahoi now ... not a dresswatch but to me as close as a dresswatch as it gets for me and would suit me.
Thanks again and cheers 😊😊
Good choice. Haha, *the "close enough" Dress Watch of 2017* - Nomos Ahoi
😂😂 oh yeah, thats a title 🙏🏻🙏🏻😂😂
But really, I do see the ahoi more like a dresswatch as the regular design clues like a rotating bezel is missing. It looks like a Tangente with a crown guard... 🤓
I think the Zenith El Primero would have something to say in regards to your title!
+Cold Shadow I’ll let you make the argument then, haha. The Chronomaster 38? If you want accuracy, reliability and a sleek 38mm design that’s less than a grand - accessibility is another factor to consider - this is the only option. However, anything I state on the show (unless fact) is opinion.
I was thinking more along the lines of the El Primero 1969 Original reissue. The first automatic chronograph, in-house, reliable, movement used by others such as Rolex and one of the few Chronos I think looks better in the 38mm option than the larger one.
Personally I don't think accessibility comes into the discussion for "the best", but your Omega is a great option for under a grand.
+Cold Shadow Hmm, we definitely have different criteria (which is fine). I will give Zenith one thing, the fact that out of the three companies that produced an Automatic Chronograph back in ‘69, they are the only ones continuing the legacy with that model range. I would love if Seiko reintroduced the 6139, and a high-beat variant at that (as that’s something they too do well), but Zenith does receive that acknowledgment. Accessibility is important because experiencing a watch on the wrist day-to-day matters, to me at least. Not everyone can experience an El Primero, but a Dynamic? As I mentioned, it was Omega’s invitation to your first quality timepiece.
Can you please describe how to manually wind this watch? Thanks!
I very much look forward to a review of that Nato strap... I really like it... what did you say the company name was?
Thanks for showing us this unique watch! I've never heard of it before, looks awesome, though, out of my budget, unfortunately. I guess the best 38mm chronograph in my price range is the seagul 1963
+James Shives The groups name is “Haveston” and they’re based out of the UK, if I’m not mistaken. So far: really great strap... Would love for it to be lengthier however... Hey! The Seagul is great man. “Best” is a relative word. What’s nice is that the Dynamic is still widely accessible and reasonably priced compared to Omega’s other offerings, both modern and vintage.
I uh, only have one chronograph, so I guess that would be my favorite. A Seagull 1963 reissue with sapphire and display back. I think it's completely awesome that you can get what basically amounts to a Venus 175 powered manually-wound column wheel chrono for like $300. I have connections to Tianjin, so the historical element (its the result of the Sino-Soviet split, first Chinese chronograph, one of the first Chinese watches period) is also icing on the cake.
+John Lee That’s some awesome history man. I love that model, but was not conscious of it’s significance. Hahaha, chronographs are trouble man, stick with one... I just received a 6138-0011 that needs serious attention.
I really love this watch, but I am concerned about the 38mm size. The pushers are amazing and probably make it look bigger and tooly-er. Great review Patrick!
+Mike Q 38mm being too small? I think I have a slightly above larger than average wrist and I’d consider anything from 36mm-42mm a workable range, 38mm-40mm being the perfect size for me. It’s honestly just a joy to wear. On the wrist the pushers do add a lot of presence, yes.
Thank you Patrick!! I have a 7 inch wrist. Maybe I am used to 40-44?
+Mike Q Huh, I have a 7.25” wrist and I find 38mm to be the perfect size. My Grand Seiko, Dynamic... Most of my watches actually are 38-40mm. Personal preferences do play a part here though.
I do wear my father's Seiko from the 70's which is probably 36mm, but it has a cushion case. I am used to larger watches, you are right.....
Mike Q Wear what you like, there is nothing wrong with that, but I do encourage you to try out a smaller watch. I can't exactly relate because I have 6.5 inch wrists, so I always wear smaller watches, but lately I have been looking for something even smaller than the 38mm(s) in my collection. I found a vintage Hamilton in 30mm from the 50's that I really like and am hoping to score one soon.
Great review Patrick. May I ask where did you get the watch? Thanks.
The *eBay,* from the original owner with all the fixings. Couldn't have lucked out more on this one.
Take Time, w/Patrick Marlett thanks. I'm currently on a bidding war it's Cdn$1160 so far.
Take Time, w/Patrick Marlett that's awesome!
Thanks Pat.
The Hamilton Intra-Matic 68 has awesome pushers just like those, but it gets a lot of flak for being 42mm.
+Alex Davani Mmm, I do like the Intra-Matic, but “38’s” are a very real thing. It’s the purest size for a chrono. I’m so surprised the Dynamic is widely overlooked. It definitely deserves more attention and, without a doubt, will become a classic.
I have been searching for a chronograph to add to my collection. Nothing stood out until now. WOW! Any recommendations on where to get one?
Man... Over the last year the average price of these has gone up. I personally went the eBay route, after much research and discussion with the original owner (whom I purchased from). Thing is, there isn't a great way to get your hands on one anymore. I do recommend the 'Bay though, for the best deal used.
Thanks Patrick. Any experience with Chrono24?@@TakeTimewPatrickMarlett
This watch is awesome but prices are skyrocketing
more interesting than the speed master *cough cough*
+Tu Tran Hahaha, I stumbled upon this model while researching Speedmasters... I wanted an older TV Dial (176.0014) or Mark II, but this just completely stole my attention. At the time I had owned a few military issued timepieces and this fit perfectly amongst them. It has since stuck as a staple in my collection.
Where did you get that nato?
nice video and beautiful watch. Do you recommend any reliable sellers?
+Firas Reliable? No. When it comes to vintage, I always try to purchase from the original owner... I just had some trouble with a piece that came in and will need to have a chat with that vendor...
Yes, I see your point. But then where would you find an original owner?
+Firas Depends on where you live, but Stateside (USA)? Craigslist, Yard Sales and many of the folks retire to eBay. Just open a line of communication with the person whose item you’re interested in. I purchased a 6105 from the original owner after messaging him on eBay: afterwards we met in person for the sale. Inquiry is key: I never take any online listing’s description to heart. You can also use Forums, heck Facebook even these days, there’s too many resources to list. I’m sure someone else can tack on more suggestions as well.
Makes sense. Thanks Patrick. Where I live at the moment, these watches are hard to come by, in the sense that actually meeting someone would be a rarity. Can I email you?
+Firas Yes, of course, my email is in the channel description. Feel free to reach out.
What's the model number for the steel bracelet? Does it fit the Speedy Pro?
I believe it's "1571/871," and if I'm not mistake it's the same as what was featured on the Speedmasters of that time, yes. I cannot say that with absolute certainty though, as I've never tried to fit it on one.
The contemporary Speedy Pro used a 1479/812 bracelet, but the actual bracelet part (1479) is identical to the Dynamic Chrono's 1571 bracelet, except for the clasp (plain Omega on the 1571, Speedmaster markings on the 1479), *but* the end links are a different fit. The Speedmaster needs the 812 end links, since the 871 end links for the Dynamic are thicker to match the shape of the modular chrono case of the Dynamic. You can theoretically modify them with some tool work, but they aren't a straight match. The bracelet bodies, however are good with either set of end links. In fact, the 1479 Speedmaster bracelet body is such a close match (identical, really), I wouldn't be surprised if Omega just used them from existing parts to make the Dyanmic Chrono bracelets, using non-Speedy claps and end links. Since they were transitioning away from the 1479 to a later style for the Speedy right around the time the Dynamic came out, it's possible that portion was repurposed.
Thanks for the detailed explanation! The problems with the current gen speedy pro bracelet are 1. only two micro-adjustment holes; 2. the solid end links protrude outward. I have very small wrists (6 in) so the end links effectively enlarge the watch. Hence the question.
The price is at around 1700€ now. Still worth it?
I just got mine for around 1300 EUR from a local watch shop with 2 years warranty :) no box but including card n papers.
You could get these for under a grand 😓
The font is what just makes this watch look like a cheap toy.
WHY did they use That font?!
Referring to the Breguet numerals? Those are iconic within the history of horology
@@waterfordrs22 Yes. And you are the first to say that they are icnonc. Why are they "iconic" ?
Never seen them on any other watch. They look like typical 90's style to me.
Are the numerals on the Gen 3 Dynamic unlumed or in white lume? The yellow-green lume of the Gen 2 Dynamic is a bit much for me. There is a lot to love about the Omega Dynamic Chronograph but for me, the best thing about it is that it is decidedly NOT a the overplayed Speedmaster or dysmorphic Seamaster chronograph!
+James Duffy White lume on the Gen III. Hahaha, a “dysmorphic” SMP Chrono? I actually really wanted one of those for a while, but they are too danged thick. Also, extremely busy dial faces... I think I made the right choice.