Have you heard of all-ceramic dive watches? In this watch industry, it is almost a blank field! The new world time watch launched by Omega’s Planet Ocean series on the occasion of its 20th anniversary breaks the limitations of traditional watchmaking technology. Why are people looking forward to it so much? Come and take a look at the story behind this watch, which will definitely give you a new understanding of diving watches!

Omega Planet Ocean 20th Anniversary

In 2005, Omega launched the Planet Ocean series of watches, which is a series mainly focused on diving watches. Due to the limitations of depth and functions, it did not receive much attention at first. However, as time went by, the watches in this series gradually began to be recognized, and everyone gradually became aware of its status in the field of diving watches.

This year happens to be the 20th anniversary of the birth of this series. We know that many brands will launch commemorative models from time to time when making watches to attract consumers’ attention. I wonder if Omega will make such a move this time? The birth of this new ceramic ocean universe world may be the 20th anniversary commemorative model of this series.

Brand new world time function

The Planet Ocean series was first born in 2005, but it was not until 2023 that it introduced the world time function to the watch for the first time. In this way, it is still a bit late, but fortunately it is finally here. The addition of this function has also greatly improved the playability and appreciation of this all-ceramic diving watch.

In previous models of the Planet Ocean series, we can see that it has many powerful functions, such as timekeeping, dual time, three-hand calendar, etc. However, the function of world time has been absent. Now that it is finally here, it can be regarded as a generous gift for this 20th anniversary.

Full ceramic case

The addition of the world time function certainly gives this watch many new ways to play, but what attracts me the most is its all-ceramic case. In the entire watch industry, all-ceramic watch cases are almost blank, because although ceramic materials are lightweight and corrosion-resistant, they are very brittle and can easily break when impacted.

It is difficult to solve this problem with traditional watchmaking technology. Although we know that the hardness of ceramic materials is far greater than that of metal, its brittleness is really unimaginable. Even in the laboratory, it is difficult for staff to ensure that their ceramic works will not be damaged during the production process.

This new ceramic Ocean Planet World Time watch breaks the conventions of previous watchmaking processes. The all-ceramic design is not only the case, but also the helium escape valve, case back, buckle, etc. The entire watch is made of ceramic, which is almost unprecedented in the market.

Lightweight design

When many netizens see the word all-ceramic, their first reaction is that this watch must be very heavy. In fact, on the contrary, this watch has a diameter of 45.5 mm and a thickness of 17.4 mm. It is not thick in terms of parameters. The most important thing is that it weighs only 143 grams, which is very lightweight among diving watches.

Many netizens may ask, will the light weight affect the performance? We know that diving watches have high requirements for sealing and pressure resistance, and this all-ceramic Ocean Universe World Time watch is also equipped with a helium release valve, which can effectively prevent helium from exploding the watch during deep diving. At the same time, its waterproof depth reaches 600 meters, which is already a very good performance among diving watches.

Movement performance

This all-ceramic Planet Ocean World Time watch is equipped with Omega’s self-produced 8938 Coaxial Master Chronometer movement. The most notable feature of this movement is its strong anti-interference ability and excellent accuracy. Even for daily wear, it does not require too frequent time adjustments, which is very consistent with the needs of diving watch users.

We know that diving activities are generally carried out in the ocean, and the ocean environment is not very friendly to mechanical watches. Not only is it affected by water pressure, but there are also issues such as salt spray, seawater corrosion, etc. These are all major enemies that affect the performance of the movement.

The 8938 Coaxial Master Chronometer Movement has obviously overcome these problems one by one with its excellent anti-interference ability and good tolerance. Even if it is used in a marine environment, there is no need to worry about the movement being affected.

Watchmaking craftsmanship

Of course, no matter how good the performance of the movement is, it is useless if the entire watch is not good, and this all-ceramic Ocean Planet World Time watch is equally amazing in terms of craftsmanship.

We see that it uses a grade 5 titanium dial made of relief technology. It is engraved with a very realistic world map. We all know that if a map is completed with printing technology, it is difficult to make people’s eyes shine. If it is made with relief technology, it is not only full of three-dimensionality, but also the details are handled very well. This effect is obviously better than the printed map.

Moreover, a high-quality watch must not only rely on beautiful appearance, but also have strength to support it. From this point of view, the 8938 Coaxial Master Chronometer Movement does it.

Conclusion

This all-ceramic Planet Ocean World Time watch is not only unique in appearance, but also amazing in function. As a diving watch, its lightweight design and powerful movement performance are impressive. Do you think this kind of watch is worth buying? Welcome to share your views in the comment area, and don’t forget to like and support!