Omega, the noted Swiss watchmaker, has once again pushed the boundaries of high-tech dive watches with its latest release, the Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean 600m Dark Grey GMT. This timepiece has captured the attention of watch enthusiasts and adventurers alike, offering a blend of cutting-edge materials and functionality.
The watch gets its name from its striking dark grey ceramic case, a material known for its exceptional durability while being significantly lighter than traditional steel. Notably, the case is constructed from silicon nitride ceramic (Si3N4), contributing to its feather-light weight of only 107 grams, excluding the strap. Despite its lightweight construction, the watch maintains a substantial presence with a 45.5mm width, 17.4mm thickness, and a 51.1mm lug-to-lug measurement.
Omega’s innovation doesn’t stop with the case; the dial and movement are also crafted from titanium. The sandblasted titanium dial and ceramised grade 5 titanium movement parts, forming the special Omega caliber 8906 Ti, ensure precision, durability, and resistance to magnetic fields up to 15,000 gauss.
With a water resistance of 600 meters, this watch is a testament to Omega’s commitment to producing exceptional dive watches. The extensive use of titanium in the Dark Grey ceramic Planet Ocean makes it over 30 grams lighter than similar models like the “Deep Black” ceramic PO.
The Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean 600m Dark Grey GMT is available at a price of $22,200, making it a must-have for watch enthusiasts seeking the perfect blend of style, durability, and innovation. This watch represents the pinnacle of Swiss watchmaking expertise and is a testament to Omega’s legacy of excellence in timekeeping.
For more from Omega, see the Omega x Swatch Moonswatch Mission to the Moon.
