element in time nyc

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2018 may 14

Omega Seamaster ‘Deep Black’ Edition iN Ceramic

Humankind have been to outer space, but they’ve yet to reach the bottom of the ocean. Omega is on a mission to reach the “Deep Black” of the aquatic abyss, with this new variation on their “Seamaster Planet Ocean” timepieces. Omega manufactures have combined a GMT model with a diving watch and birthed a new unique collection designated the “Deep Black” model line.

The 45mm case here is crafted from a single black ceramic mono block, as well as the bezel and dial. While a rubber/ceramic blend make up the unidirectional rotating bezel, which has a trademark Liquidmetal or Omega Ceragold coating over the diving scale. The first 15 minutes on the bezels are also highlighted for enhanced legibility. The doomed scratch-resistant sapphire crystal has anti-reflective treatment on both sides.

Omega Planet Ocean Deep Black - flyer - Capture The next step in the evolution of ceramic watchmaking, after what was accomplished by Omega with the “Speedmaster Dark Side of the Moon” is here, in the form of four impressive new “Seamaster Planet Ocean” timepieces. It was quite a challenge to produce a diving watch made entirely from ceramic, which could resist the pressures of the sea at depths nearing 2000 feet. But, Omega has accomplished just that.

There are more distinctions between these timepieces besides their secondary color-schemes. The black and 18k Sedna gold models have had their ceramic cases and dials polished for a glossy effect; and Liquidmetal has been used to make the He-symbol on the Helium valve and Omega logo on the crown. While the blue and red versions have had a brushed finish for a matt effect, which offer a better visibility underwater; and the He-symbol on the helium valve and Omega logo on the crown for these versions have been colored using a rubber injection.