Simply Abu Dhabi Magazine XXIII

1 0 9 S I M P LY A B U DH A B I T he four new Planet Ocean timepieces from Omega are an exceptional addition to the already successful Planet Ocean family. Arriving in four colours – deep black, red, blue and 18- carat Sedna gold – these watches build upon Omega’s previous successes and translate the appeal of the Speedmaster’s polished steel into stunning ceramic. Combining aspects of traditional GMT models and more modern diving watches, each state-of-the-art Planet Ocean is borne out of a single block of ceramic (a material also used for the unidirectional bezels and Arabic-numeral dials) gifting the piece a surprisingly light and rewardingly delicate feel. Despite its aesthetically unique construction it maintains a Master Chronometer certification and can withstand depths of up to 600 metres, complete with a METAS certification for magnetic resistance of up to 15,000 gauss, and also a COSC certification of accuracy. The Planet Ocean features a number of ground-breaking functional and stylistic touches unique to the Omega brand. For example, the piece’s ceramic case has for the first time been blended with rubber to create the bezel – an industry first for a watch of this kind. The patented Liquidmetal is also used to create the symbol on the helium valve and the Omega logo on the crown. The newly- patented Naiad lock also creates an orientated caseback to ensure the universal flawless positioning for the piece’s engraved wording. The movement is Omega’s co- axial calibre 8906, with a 60-hour power reserve, two barrels, and a silicon balance spring. An all-newGMT ring has also been added to the dial, with the diving scale attached to the ceramic bezel using Liquidmetal or Omega Ceragold.