2220.80 was my first ever Omega back in 2010. I've evolved through many different versions of the SMP since then. A 2221.80 sits on my bedside table now and it's great to be able to chuck it on anytime without setting. Absolutely love the dark blue of those old wave dials. But the SMP I settled on as my final perfect version is a 2006 Titanium (2232.80 on a 2231.80 bracelet). It's the third Ti SMP I've had (I love the metal), and I specifically hunted for the Bond bracelet for it. I've always loved the style (not so much the new ones, as you say). Thanks for the video.
I am actually considering to buy the ref 2531.80 preowned and it will be my only Omega watch. Modern Seamaster is cool but I prefer the neo-vintage one
Nice review. Nice collection. I have a 6.5in wrist, I got the 2222.80.(36mm) I would not sell it for all the money in the world. It could be the most perfect watch-Oh wait the Seamaster 300 Trilogy (Circa 2017) is. 😊
Very good comparison. The new SMP (white dial) is my first and only expensive watch. I really like it but it is more of a statement piece. People notice it on your wrist because it is big and flashy.
I owned a couple of the Seamaster divers back in the 2007 to 2010 era that had were 41mm. I also had the seamaster chrono 41.5mm. I wished Omega wouldn't have doubled their pricing because i would love to pick up the newer 42mm larger thicker seamaster. I like a larger diver. I have two higher end Seiko SLA newer releases 42.6mm cases that i recently purchased but the Seamaster was on my list. I just think Omega is about 20 percent overpriced above true market value. Im not picking on ❤Omega because Seiko is currently in the literal process and progression to do the exact same and in fact to directly compete with the price point of the Seamaster. Its about to happen in a matter of a few short months from now. Love your seamster on the right. The newer model. Man it looks fantastic!
Great review. You should do a video on the PO and since you have it I’d get rid of the modern. The Po is classic, more different than your casino and fulfills the tool diver role in style. I also had the nttd and that watch like the 60th anniversary have aluminum bezel inserts and with that thinner bezels and look way less bulky the the modern with its thick bezel.
I ended up selling the modern blue Seamaster a couple months after I recorded this. I think my next watch will be white dial. Also want a GMT and the Zulu time may be that for me.
@@menswearmusings maybe wait to see what Tudor has in store. The coke gmt is great and now a lot thinner, my guess is a new white face Blackbay pro at some poiny
Along with 2531.80 I have gmt version 2535.80, which is the same as this 2222.80 with addition of gmt hand, numbers and open back. The bezels although alu, I like them more than ceramic.
Great video! I was debating between the 2220.80 and modern SMP300 w/ white dial on rubber strap. Decided on the 2220.80 due to the combination of the classic design w/ modern updates (co-axial movement and applied logo/indices) and the thinness. The watch is svelte and wears much better on my wrist compared to the modern version. Also, I was fortunate to get one w/ a 2500D movement. I keep thinking about a modern version because of the ceramic bezel. I'm considering a SMPc with black dial (212.30.41.20.01.003).
tried on 210.30.42.20.03.001 with metal strap and also with rubber strap which i thought felt a bit cheap and thought you would have got a deployment clasp with it . bought Breitling superocean 46 mm A17378E71C1 instead , love it ............
The original 2531.80 11.7mm. This 2220.80 is 12.7mm according to the site ablogtowatch. And the new 2018 is 13.6 according to Omega. Interesting how it grew about 1mm each generation. Having worn all three of those models, I find the 12.7mm of the 2220 unnoticeable on the wrist compared to the original. The thicker 2018 is definitely noticeable, but the entire case got bigger too so that’s part of it too. And omega has changed in recent years how they do cases. They make the case back protrude less meaning the mid case is thicker. So the watch sits flatter on the wrist but looks taller. Anyway. I sold the 2018, but may just buy it again I enjoyed the beautiful ceramic so much.
A watch has to connect with you emotionally-that’s all that matters. If the Sub connects with you emotionally, and the Seamaster doesn’t, then that’s what matters. We can compare specs, and put check marks next to features and award “points”… but none of that matters if the watch doesn’t make you excited to put it on. So objectively, you’re wrong on specs of Sub vs Seamaster. But it’s clear you emotionally are much more invested in Rolex. So good for you! Rolex leaves me cold personally. Most watches and watch brands leave me cold. Omega for some reason just connects with me. And they have the specs to compete with the best of them, so I’m happy. Enjoy your Sub!
Don’t buy either watch. This watch is so over produced. Look at grey market- millions of these. Get a watch you can be proud off. This is one of the most pedestrian watches made.
There are only somewhat of 15-20 pieces of 2220.80 in chrono24 so they are rarer then you might think. Also because they where produced in a pretty short timeframe.
I have “real” watches and a lot of them. I have a friend who buys the #amzwatch we put them side by side and guess what ?! It’s unbelievable!!! I am at the Rolex boutique with her and no one can tell he has a fake
I have the first one. I bought it new and have worn it daily for over a decade. It is perfect.
2220.80 was my first ever Omega back in 2010. I've evolved through many different versions of the SMP since then. A 2221.80 sits on my bedside table now and it's great to be able to chuck it on anytime without setting. Absolutely love the dark blue of those old wave dials. But the SMP I settled on as my final perfect version is a 2006 Titanium (2232.80 on a 2231.80 bracelet). It's the third Ti SMP I've had (I love the metal), and I specifically hunted for the Bond bracelet for it. I've always loved the style (not so much the new ones, as you say). Thanks for the video.
I am actually considering to buy the ref 2531.80 preowned and it will be my only Omega watch. Modern Seamaster is cool but I prefer the neo-vintage one
Went with the 2220.80 in 2020 when I got my first big boi watch and absolutely love it…
2220.80 my grail watch! Thanks for the elaborate review and comparison great vid!
Same for me. My plan is to purchase a gently used one in the not too distant future.
Loved em both but I'm now on a PO 8900 and loving it more 😊. Great review 👍
Nice review. Nice collection. I have a 6.5in wrist, I got the 2222.80.(36mm) I would not sell it for all the money in the world. It could be the most perfect watch-Oh wait the Seamaster 300 Trilogy (Circa 2017) is. 😊
Nice video! The 222080 is gorgeous. A winner for me.
Very good comparison. The new SMP (white dial) is my first and only expensive watch. I really like it but it is more of a statement piece. People notice it on your wrist because it is big and flashy.
My 2255 electric blue, arrow hands and flat bracelet, modified with blue Bond bezel is he one that I'll keep forever.
Clearly the one and only 2531.80.00 with the 1120 caliber.
My favorite is the first model with ceramic. Dial so clean without the goofy waves patern. Bracelet looks way better too.
Agree 110% on the 2220.80 and the new SMPs
I owned a couple of the Seamaster divers back in the 2007 to 2010 era that had were 41mm. I also had the seamaster chrono 41.5mm. I wished Omega wouldn't have doubled their pricing because i would love to pick up the newer 42mm larger thicker seamaster. I like a larger diver. I have two higher end Seiko SLA newer releases 42.6mm cases that i recently purchased but the Seamaster was on my list. I just think Omega is about 20 percent overpriced above true market value. Im not picking on ❤Omega because Seiko is currently in the literal process and progression to do the exact same and in fact to directly compete with the price point of the Seamaster. Its about to happen in a matter of a few short months from now. Love your seamster on the right. The newer model. Man it looks fantastic!
Great review. You should do a video on the PO and since you have it I’d get rid of the modern. The Po is classic, more different than your casino and fulfills the tool diver role in style. I also had the nttd and that watch like the 60th anniversary have aluminum bezel inserts and with that thinner bezels and look way less bulky the the modern with its thick bezel.
I ended up selling the modern blue Seamaster a couple months after I recorded this. I think my next watch will be white dial. Also want a GMT and the Zulu time may be that for me.
@@menswearmusings maybe wait to see what Tudor has in store. The coke gmt is great and now a lot thinner, my guess is a new white face Blackbay pro at some poiny
I have a Seamaster GMT, a Tudor GMT, a Rolex GMT. The Seamaster is my everyday watch, the Seamaster is a great watch runs +1.5 sd.
Great video! Keep it coming!!
Watches are so delicate and intricately designed, so I have intense respect and admiration for amzwatch watch makers
Along with 2531.80 I have gmt version 2535.80, which is the same as this 2222.80 with addition of gmt hand, numbers and open back. The bezels although alu, I like them more than ceramic.
Great video! I was debating between the 2220.80 and modern SMP300 w/ white dial on rubber strap. Decided on the 2220.80 due to the combination of the classic design w/ modern updates (co-axial movement and applied logo/indices) and the thinness. The watch is svelte and wears much better on my wrist compared to the modern version. Also, I was fortunate to get one w/ a 2500D movement.
I keep thinking about a modern version because of the ceramic bezel. I'm considering a SMPc with black dial (212.30.41.20.01.003).
Great review mate.
The current gen looks miles better!
No bracelet micro adjust on the old one is a complete deal breaker to me
Thank you very helpful video. I'm debating between the classic Bond seamaster (as I love a blue diver) and the Peter Blake variations.
tried on 210.30.42.20.03.001 with metal strap
and also with rubber strap which i thought felt
a bit cheap and thought you would have got a
deployment clasp with it .
bought Breitling superocean 46 mm
A17378E71C1 instead , love it ............
fail
I had no idea there was such a difference in size. The older model is clearly superior.
My choice, the new case on rubberstrap
2200.80 hands down the winner ....only the best Classic bond Casino Royale!!
No Seamaster fan at all… but I‘d rather choose the 2220 over the modern version.
I wish I could have one but I'm poor and can't have one but I'm still going to get a plastic watch ⌚
"Fat Guys Chunky Neck Roll" ROFL!
2220.80 is 12mm and the new 2018 is 14mm.
Big difference
The original 2531.80 11.7mm. This 2220.80 is 12.7mm according to the site ablogtowatch. And the new 2018 is 13.6 according to Omega. Interesting how it grew about 1mm each generation. Having worn all three of those models, I find the 12.7mm of the 2220 unnoticeable on the wrist compared to the original.
The thicker 2018 is definitely noticeable, but the entire case got bigger too so that’s part of it too. And omega has changed in recent years how they do cases. They make the case back protrude less meaning the mid case is thicker. So the watch sits flatter on the wrist but looks taller.
Anyway. I sold the 2018, but may just buy it again I enjoyed the beautiful ceramic so much.
2018 is much better❤
Both are shitters. The modern 124060 submariner is leagues ahead of the current Seamaster 300m.
A watch has to connect with you emotionally-that’s all that matters. If the Sub connects with you emotionally, and the Seamaster doesn’t, then that’s what matters.
We can compare specs, and put check marks next to features and award “points”… but none of that matters if the watch doesn’t make you excited to put it on.
So objectively, you’re wrong on specs of Sub vs Seamaster.
But it’s clear you emotionally are much more invested in Rolex. So good for you!
Rolex leaves me cold personally. Most watches and watch brands leave me cold. Omega for some reason just connects with me. And they have the specs to compete with the best of them, so I’m happy.
Enjoy your Sub!
Don’t buy either watch. This watch is so over produced. Look at grey market- millions of these. Get a watch you can be proud off. This is one of the most pedestrian watches made.
Counter point: let people buy what they like and shut up
There are only somewhat of 15-20 pieces of 2220.80 in chrono24 so they are rarer then you might think. Also because they where produced in a pretty short timeframe.
Complete rubbish
Yikes, What a rubbish comment, Can't even recommend a watch.
Baba sharing the wisdom 😊 ... Amazing "pedestrian" timepieces ...
I have “real” watches and a lot of them. I have a friend who buys the #amzwatch we put them side by side and guess what ?! It’s unbelievable!!! I am at the Rolex boutique with her and no one can tell he has a fake