The Oyster bracelet on both of the Rolexes features the “Easylink” system that allows you to lengthen or shorten the bracelet by 5mm. Neither system is as good as, say, Rolex’s Glidelock clasp found on its Submariner diver, but it’s nice to see Omega finally add some micro-adjustability to the Aqua Terra clasp.
What’s more, you have the X-factor of the Aqua Terra design. Even with the more sterile black lacquer dial, the Omega is still more visually interesting than either Rolex offering thanks to its shark-tooth indices and arrow handset, along with its more dynamic case featuring Omega’s trademark lyre lugs.
Its framed date window at six o’clock is also a more symmetrical and visually pleasing way to incorporate a date than the 3 o’clock cyclops found on the Datejust. Finally, the Omega doesn’t look like a Rolex, making it less of a target for unsavory characters.
Pricing and Availability
The new Aqua Terra is priced at $6,300, which is just $100 less than the Oyster Perpetual. The Datejust, meanwhile, is priced considerably higher at $8,050, which seems like a big jump when the only difference between it and the Oyster Perpetual is a date window and polished center links on the bracelet (the Aqua Terra has both features).
Then there’s the question of availability. Modern Rolexes, especially stainless steel models, are notoriously difficult to purchase at retail and often sell for a premium on the secondary market.
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