omega liquidmetal PO
o what did you observe? Not much, right? Truth be told the differences are minimal. The only somewhat obvious difference is that the “Seamaster” notation (near the top of the dial) is in red font color on the new Liquidmetal version.
Though upon closer inspection, there is another subtle difference on the dial. That is, the Liquidmetal version is marked “ZrO2″. See the image below where I have highlighted this. It is unfortunately hard to see from Omega’s stock photos, but up close and in person — really anytime when the time is not 10:10 (!!) — it is easy to observe.
“ZrO2″ is a reference to zirconium oxide, a key material in the special bezel which consists of black ceramic fused with Omega’s new Liquidmetal material. Liquidmetal is special alloy consisting of five elements: zirconium, titanium, copper, nickel and beryllium. Zirconium is an important constituent part both of the Liquidmetal alloy and of the ceramic material which is made of zirconium dioxide (Zr02).
ase Size
The Seamaster Planet Ocean Liquidmetal watch is available exclusively in the 42mm case size. The regular Planet Ocean’s are available in both 42mm and 45.5mm. Too bad they did not make some of each size.
Movement
Like the comparable Planet Ocean (reference 2201.5000), the Liquidmetal has an Omega Caliber 2500 which is chronometer certified and utilizes Omega’s famous co-axial escapement.
Price
The price of the Planet Ocean Liquidmetal is about $5,700. This is almost $2,000 more than the comparable standard Planet Ocean (the 2201.5000 reference no.), a hefty premium.
Of course, the Planet Ocean Liquidmetal is a limited edition piece — only 1,948 will be made vs. how many millions of regular Planet Ocean’s are out there — so perhaps the premium is justified.
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