We've seen this boxing many times before. The Rolex Submariner Engagement versus just about whatsoever dive sentinel that's willing and able to throw down against the titan. The challenge is selecting a lookout that can transcend the full general populace as effortlessly equally the Submariner. From Steve McQueen to Sylvia Earle, the Rolex Sub has graced the wrists of legendary ambassadors across the gamut. Regardless of those who wear them, the lookout, the engineering, the heritage, and pure design perfection have made the Submariner an inspiration worldwide. This has led many brands to throw their hands upwards and proclaim, "If you can't beat it, join information technology." That is unless you are Omega with its Seamaster Diver 300M. Today, I compare the new mean, green Seamaster against the discontinued and vibrant Rolex Submariner Date 116610LV (Lunette Verte).

Aye, I am comparing the Submariner "Blob" that is no longer available. But in reality, what is available anymore? Now, I told myself I wouldn't place also much accent on Rolex allocation for this comparison, mainly as I'm certain yous're tired of everyone dwelling on it. Merely in this case, it's a approving, every bit this was the only Sub reference with a green dial and bezel. This color philharmonic allows the new evergreen Omega Seamaster Diver 300M to have equal footing against the Sub. However, the Seamaster differs in its execution in just about every other manner. In 1993, and after xl years of the Submariner'south dominance equally the de facto swoop watch, Omega sought to bring fresh ideas to the 300m-dive-watch category and create a new archetype.

Omega Seamaster Diver 300M Green

The Omega Seamaster Diver 300M modern legacy

The Seamaster stands out with its wavy dial, transmission-release helium-escape valve at ten o'clock, scalloped bezel grip, and skeletonized sword hands. Omega came out swinging with these design cues, which are all the same the calling cards of the Seamaster 300M. I appreciate when a brand nails its concept from the outset and information technology persists throughout the generations. Even with dimensions, powertrains, and materials morphing over the last virtually xxx years, the lineage from the original 300M is axiomatic. That besides goes for the Submariner, but it is fascinating that these watches quite frequently square up despite their different approaches. And I put this down to Omega emphasizing its ability to break the trend of cookie-cutter dive watches.

Both watches owe a lot to the Blancpain Fifty Fathoms, but this watch has a less consistent production history. Blancpain went dormant in the '70s and came back with dress watches in the '80s. Therefore, the L Fathoms lost some of its momentum in becoming a household name. The Rolex Submariner shares the Fifty Fathoms ethos with the 60-minute swoop calibration bezel with a tightly knurled steel grip. More ornate than the L Fathoms are the Mercedes hands of the Submariner. And even more and then is the applied luminescent pearl on the rotatable bezel to line upwardly with the electric current infinitesimal. Fifty-fifty in the early on references, the Submariner demonstrates Rolex's dedication to detail and performance in the deep seas.

Rolex Submariner 116610LV

Worthy greenish antagonist

For the sake of shared visual similarity between the Rolex and Omega, I am selecting the "Blob". The latest Submariner in the steel-and-green-bezel guise is the 41mm reference 126610LV. Many nicknames have been put forrard for this model, merely I experience "Starbucks" resonates all-time. Not that I'thousand a Seattle coffee aficionado. Simply the specific green for the Cerachrom bezel is a very close shade of green to the Starbucks mermaid logo. Too, the lth Anniversary Submariner ref. 16610LV "Kermit" shares the olive greenish of everyone'southward favorite banjo-wielding frog. The emerald-green dial of the "Hulk" has a sunray end that appears a deeper shade than the bezel under straight light. This disparity from the dial to the bezel of the "Hulk" is not as appealing as a single green hue.

The Submariner in green

In contrast, the forest-greenish bezel of the Seamaster blends seamlessly into the polished ceramic wavy-cut dial. That's no unproblematic task, as the sapphire crystal with a dual-layer of AR coating covers the dial and potentially shifts the shade of dark-green. Therefore, Omega balanced the colors to ensure the subtle variance visually appears equally the same shade. The downside is that this item dark-green darkens in dim lighting to virtually a blackness/gray combination. For the Submariner, the Verte is stiff and maintains its vibrancy in many environments. Yet, whereas the date aperture of the Seamaster matches the background of the dial, the Submariner has a white engagement disc. Rolex then makes the tonal shift more obvious by including the cyclops date magnification on the crystal.

Omega Seamaster 300M Green

Sheer magnetism

You may call up the Seamaster has recency bias as a 2022 model, with the 116610LV leaving production in 2020. While at that place are some improvements in the latest reference 126610LV, the 116610LV retains many innovations built up over nearly sixty years of continual improvement. Specifically, both references share a 904L (now "Oystersteel") stainless steel case that is corrosion-resistant. In tandem, the example polishes and brushes beautifully to extend its luxury feel. Caliber 3235 is the chirapsia heart of the Submariner Engagement, donning an anti-magnetic Parachrom hairspring and a weekend-proof 70-hour power reserve. The Seamaster is no slouch either, with caliber 8800 undergoing independent tests past METAS to withstand magnetism of at least 15,000 gauss and delivering a 55-hr reserve.

Omega Seamaster 300M Green

The "Blob" also has the Cerachrom bezel, a proprietary ceramic with a platinum overlay on the numerals to ensure an everlasting luster. The Seamaster 300M, on the other hand, elects for a white one thousand feu ("corking fire") enamel diving calibration inside its ceramic insert to attain a similar goal. It's nigh like two top Formula One teams approaching the dominion book in opposing directions but inside milliseconds of each other. The bracelet mayhap is where I experience the Rolex tops the leaderboard with the ergonomic and extendable Glidelock system. The Oyster is a straightforward and pliable bracelet that exudes comfort and pattern. With Omega'due south Seamaster, I feel the nine-link bracelet is recognizable but oversized on the wrist with a complex squeeze construction.

Final thoughts

Then, where do my preferences prevarication? Given a choice, I'd elect for the latest Submariner 126610LV, "Starbucks." It seems counter-productive to spend time discussing ii watches and select a 3rd option that barely got a mention. But I detect the latest model has the fun element with the green bezel without hamming it up with the glistening greenish dial. The mismatch of tones also spoils the 116610LV, meaning it never truly grabbed me as a desirable model. Despite that, the appreciation is unbelievable, stretching upwards of €40,000 on the pre-owned market. Ignoring that and being strict with myself, I prefer the Omega Seamaster from these 2 dive watches. Even though the wood green is relatively muted, the consistent shade across the punch and bezel is captivating.

Just I'one thousand keen to hear your thoughts in the comments and run across your votes below. Do you lot have the Omega Seamaster 300M in green or the Rolex Submariner Appointment 116610LV?

Rolex Submariner Date 116610LV versus Omega Seamaster Diver 300M

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