Did you notice the 12 hour mark on each watches: On the Rolex it's the "play" symbol while it's a "pause" symbol on the Omega

Polar EX2 is my all-time fave watch. In my eyes it is absolutely perfect.

When shopping for an Omega, I was torn between the Seamaster Diver and the Aquaterra. I like the dial on the Diver better, but do not care for the helium valve. So I got the Aquaterra. Also I was looking for a 38mm case. I do get compliments on the Aquaterra dial from friends.

Of the two, my personal preference is for the Omega Seamaster. I like it all together, including the metal bracelet that came with it. I like the wavy design of the dial and the matte finish. Altogether, a beautiful watch!

I owned a seamaster quartz from the late 1990’s and while the bracelet was very robust, it definitely had a heavy presence on the wrist, i sold it eventually. Bought a brand new Rolex GMT II, coke dial in 2005. I can tell you the Rolex bracelet is truly perfect in every way, solid but not heavy, maybe not a lot of shine but that is ok. I am fan if the GMT on the bracelet. I am a fan of the Omega with a silicone or rubber bracelet but the white face in the omega now, is truly elegant. At the end of the day, the Omega can be had for half of the Rolex, so its all a matter of what you want to spend. My daily beater is the Sinn U1 T-SDR with black pvc bezel and submarine steel case and bracelet. Great review.

One more note, the new Polar Explorer II that came out last year has a 70 hour power reserve, more than the Seamaster 300M 55 hours. As always Harrison, great video!

A note on the bezel. I’ve got the black explorer ll 2021 edition. I had barely worn it. Couldn’t even remember catching it but had a very subtle mark on the steel bezel. It was a little disappointing. I cannot imagine if I caught it hard on something

Imo, in person the Seamaster looks and feels like a much more expensive object. I'm not sure how but the White coloring on the Omega Seamaster in person is just something else...

You should check out and review more Breitling, specifically the new Chronomat b01 42 and the Navitimer 41 b01 from 2022

The omega has a uni directional bezel - it moves one way!

Some say that the real dimension for the YM's diameter is 41.4mm as opposed to 300 SMP's 42.3 mm?

@ChisholmHunterOfficial is it too much to own both do you think (I know it’s a personal thing)? I have the OSM300 white dial on black Artem strap and love it. I’m planning to get an Explorer II but torn on the dials. I have a Tudor BB GMT S&G with black on the brown leather and have a goal for a Rolex GMT Master II Batgirl (which would be black). Thinking (overthinking) that Explorer II with white on bracelet may be fine in that mix. I’m sure I will change my mind 15 more times and then be happy with whatever I get.

Have the Omega Seamaster but prefer my Damasko Dk 32 better water resistance and thinner watch as well Anyway great video

Nice video Crisholm! I recently tried a friend‘s Explorer II (same model as in video) and compared it to the Omega Seamaster 300M. Although the Omega has a thicker case, the Explorer II felt like a larger watch, which came down to two aspects for me: 1. The Explorer II has slightly longer lugs which made it look larger than the Omega, maybe even a little too large for my 6,5 inch wrist. 2. Furthermore, I found the dial size of the Explorer II to look bigger than the one of the Seamaster. This might be related to the Explorer‘s thinner bezel. I haven‘t been able to measure the watches unfortunately, but this might still be a useful addition to your comparison. Keep that great content up! 🙌🏽

Not sure I see the point of comparing a 300M diver against a GMT field watch. Nothing in common but the dial color.

….Great, like your Content, 👍from Bavaria

The white seamaster 300 on a black rubber strap is unbeatable

Doesn’t the latest edition of the explorer 2 have a longer power reserve?

Interesting point: the stainless steel is different on each. 316L on Omega and 904L on Rolex :) Want to come flying and discuss watches in my light aircraft?

I can’t believe the internet allowed him to get away with comparing a diver and a gmt. Great video.

Think the key differential is you can get a white dial Seamaster for £3-4k pre-owned. The Explorer II like all Rolexes comfortably goes into the £10k+ plus range.

You’re the best, Chris!

if only Omega would taper their bracelets (and then get rid of the wart!) - then they'd nail it!

Dont get it. ho w can you compare a fix 24h gmt bezel with a divers 60 minite bezel? Thre function are complete different. And what do you mean with the functionality of the omega bezel is better compared to the explorer, while diving?

I do like the Omega as well with it's Cosc & metas certifications, but the two are different in 1 is a diver and the other a gmt. The Rolex has a 70hr power reserve while the Omega has a 55hr. Everything else is personal preference, while a Rolex is Rolex and will always command a higher price over the other even thought technically the Omega beats it in some other areas.

lovely watch, I own a black smp300 but I think you're a little bit obsessed with it ha

Hard to compare as they are very different

Might have been said already but seamaster is uni directional bezel for dive safety and the Rolex has 70hr power reserve

this will be interesting!!!

Where is the nato on the Seamaster from?

I love the Seamaster bracelet.

As I’m wearing my Diver 300 black dial I’m thinking I should also get the white dial. Looks so amazing on that nato strap!

Rolex wins hands down, having owned both of these watches the movement and thickness puts the Rolex Explorer II over. I love the seamaster but the new models are just too thick and heavy on the wrist and my Rolex keeps better time of +1 second a day vs +3 for the Omega. If you want a seamaster then 2351.80 is still the best model they ever made and wish they go back to that. I would still buy it again with an aluminum bezel but with new tech on the bracelet.

Isnt it steel bezel is more durable than ceramic?

I'm literally thinking about trading in my 2 tone black and yellow gold omega seamaster on a rubber strap for a explorer 2 black dial. A 2015 explorer 2. I've been wanting to get into a Rolex for a while now and I think that the explorer 2 is a good way to do that, especially compared to other Rolex models

The Omega, Seamaster, Great White would be a lovely watch if it weren’t for the fact that the hands are minuscule and the black minute/second marks as well as the black surrounding the hour markers is also too thin… Omega comes so close (at times) to producing incredibly visually appealing watches only to trip, stumble and fall over simple aesthetics.

Shame aside from the lume comparison there isn’t a single shot of the two next to each other! That is the single best way to compare.

If you are into symmetry. How can you like that hideous HEV ? It totally ruins any symmetry on the omega

Comparing the functionality of the bezels doesn’t make much sense here as they have completely different purposes. The Rolex Explorer II is not a diver, it’s a GMT bezel. Not being a diver also is why a rubber strap doesn’t make sense on it either.

It wasn't really an ideal comparison to compare a GMT with a diver's watch. I might have compared the OMEGA Seamaster 300M with the Rolex Yachtmaster or the Submariner. But of course, it's a bit boring now. Nevertheless, I don't think such comparisons are wrong at all. Maybe compare the Omega Speedy '57 with an IWC or Tag Heuer Carrera or Breitling Premier. It's a pity you don't have Mühle Glashütte. I would be interested to know what you think of the Rescue Timer.

Not worried about the helium release valve but that cyclops over the date on the Rolex annoys the Hell out of me. Omega for me.

You could buy a sea master and speed master and still have change in your pocket for the price of the Explorer.

Gotta give it to the Seamaster by a wide margin. If the Explorer had a black bezel however, that would close it up but the Seamaster still would take it.

Trying hard to to get the exact same pronounciation like Bark & Jack?

So I have the blue Seamaster 300M, and I was seriously thinking of adding the white one...until I got the call for a Polar Explorer II. Both fantastic watches and my Seamaster and Explorer II are my favorite watches in my collection, but the Polar takes the top spot. Just to note two things. First, my calipers say my 300M sits at 13.7 thick, which is what it's advertised at. Second, while the Seamaster looks better on the rubber, the Polar Explorer II looks better on bracelet and has a better bracelet.

Explorer 2 all day! Great watch in the metal

Omega all day long and no waiting list , thanks 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

I don't like see through case backs. Especially on a diver.

Man put Tha iconic brazalete back on the amazing SMP and make a proper comparo

Omega fanboy here! Can't beat the value for the quality & design!!

This not the current Explorer II. The current model has AR coating under the glass and a 70 hour power reserve which slightly exceeds that of the Omega. For many, the useless helium release valve on the Omega spoils an otherwise handsome design.

Omega wins if you are impatient. I got mine the same day as trying it on.

Love my white SMP😊

Omega fan here. While the Seamaster is a better deal, the Rolex has a more timeless design that will age better.

Prefer the Explorer 2's matte hands and indices... Much more legible. SM300m is way too shiny

Explorer 2 > , if you can afford it.

6:47: the omega seamaster has a UNI directional bezel

knocks the cyclops for symmetry but praises the helium escape valve.... okay

So many are acting as sheep. The Omega is clearly a better watch. (And before everyone loses their minds, I own this exact Rolex.) Good watch, but the Omega just rings with class. Even as a tool watch, is just drips with style over the GMT. Sigh.

The omega wins largely because for the price of the Rolex you can buy a new smp300 and a speedmaster.... absolute no brainer....

If the Rolex was the same price I'd give it the win but when price is considered the Omega wins by miles

The Explorer II is not an overly attractive watch. I've always thought it would look much better with a red second hand instead of orange. Explorer I is a better looking watch. So Omega for this comparison by far.

I prefer omega but they need to upgrade that bracelet and taper it

Explorer 2 all the way. The blue Seamaster is a bit harder to beat, imo.

I owned both. When someone offered me twice what I paid for my Explorer, I sold it in a heartbeat. I sometimes miss the Rolex but not very often. Over the past thirty years, I have had ten Rolex watches. For some reason, none of them have ever stirred my soul. Obviously, this is just me….

These are two completely different watches created with different functions in mind. Both are respectively well made with great specks Anyhow give me the explorer all day.

There it is. 7000 extra in class. The Omega is nice! but, unfortunately doesn't have the vibe.

How many people dive a 100meters let alone dive 300meters 🤷🏻‍♂️

The explorer ii on a nato is better tho

You’d think the Ex2 could at least have 200m water resistance. Even a standard G-Shock has that! Rolex wins all day on resale. The potential for scratches on the anti reflective face is disturbing. However, if it got terribly unappealing it could be replaced and still come out less than a new Rolex! 😅

Harrison can't let a video go by without mentioning that he owns an Omega Seamaster 🤣

The Omega wins for availability, the Rolex waiting list is an outdated marketing gimmick, surely they could adopt a pre-order model of sales like Christopher Ward as an example ❤

Good VS video ... But I have to disagree gotta choose the Explorer 2 for the all round functionality can still dive with it deep enough no one gonna dive 300m let alone 100m. The GMT function is super useful when traveling to different countries plus its the only true tool watch from Rolex compare to their other models without being mugged.

Rolex explorer - everyday of the week and twice on Sunday

Polar explorer II

I have a blue Seamaster and the bracelet is awful, purely because it doesn't taper.

Rolex explorer II is virtually impossible to purchase now given the high demand for them. That alone puts Omega up a notch

I own the Seamaster NTTD and the Polar Explorer 2 226570. I adore my Seamaster for its titanium construction, absence of a date function, and its distinctiveness compared to other Seamasters. However, after owning and objectively comparing them, it would be unfair to deem the Explorer 2 as less appealing than a regular Seamaster. The difference in bracelet quality is striking. There's a reason why this youtuber switched to nato straps. Omega's steel bracelets are incredibly uncomfortable. I personally own the Moonwatch and Aquaterra 42mm as well, both of which were originally purchased with bracelets, but neither of them currently have steel bracelets on them anymore😂. In my view, the Explorer 2 Polar is the finest white dial sports watch I've ever witnessed in person. If you have the budget and can avoid purchasing from resellers, always opt for the Explorer 2. Never settle for something you know isn't the best.

Explorer ll, and it’s not even close.

Look at Bark and Jacks video for Explorer on NATO Looks better than Seamaster Also Rolex SS harder than Omega SS

Omega by a country mile.

Just my opinion but I find that particular Omega bracelet to be quite ugly. 8:00 I’d agree, the Explorer’s crown is too petite. A helium escape valve… I wonder how many Omega Seamaster owners actually wear their Seamasters in a helium rich, hyperbaric environment at 19+ ATM? If helium atoms are capable of getting into the case at these depths, aren’t they able to safely evacuate the same case during a week long decompression regiment? Are we to believe that helium atoms can sneak in but the cases are so gas tight that they cannot evacuate sans popping the crystal? Again, decompression from these extreme depths takes place over 7~8 days. Are helium escape valves a necessity or a marketing/sales gimmick? 15:44 Water resistance to 300 Meters… How many technical divers and or saturation divers are using this watch as their back up watch under their equipment? 0 as wearing it under your diving kit is useless not to mention that a mechanical watch, like this one, don’t offer the diver any information required when diving. I spent two decades as a technical-saturation diver and never a use for a Seamaster or Seadweller when diving at extreme depths. May be wonderful in the habitat (barometric chamber), but useless in the desolate, near freezing deep.

Omega is definitely sexier with Nato and rubber straps than Rolex which looks wimpy. In short, the Omega is just a more "Manly" watch and worth the weight.

Why compare a dive watch with a gmt exploration watch. Backwards. I own both of these watches for that reason. They are different. You might aswell compare a white face daytona with a white faced yacht master. Same difference.

The bracelet on the omega is horrendous, the watch would be so much better with a Rolex like bracelet

Rolex all day long. There is something about the explorer 2 white

How can a watch that only tells you the time have better functionality than a watch that has gmt function... the rolex is exp2 also has great anti megnetic ratings, its realistically water proof, and its technically better at keeping time... their is a 5 second potential gain in time on a "master chronometer" compared to the +2-2 which alis a 4 second deviation on the "superlative chronometer"... omega dial wins, but thickness is a huge let down, when you consider it only has a date funtion... if your going to do a fair versus, you should be comparing a sub to the seamaster, because the exp2 kills the seamaster... its basically a sub and a milgaus and gmt master in one watch...

Omega Seamaster every time for me. The Explorer looks bloated - proportions are out and the hands look like they have been inflated. The older explorers were much nicer IMO. And of course you can actually buy the Omega without spending precious time going through the Rolex dance.

A three hander vs a GMT? Seriously?

the seamaster a diver , the explorer a gmt the average pundit.... doesnt need either😅

Go back through the vid and count how many times you say “personal” or “personally”

Ceramic will shatter if you knock it… so I don’t think it’s correct to say Ceramic is more durable… Ceramic is only more scratch resistant ..hardly important in a tool watch… 🤷🏻‍♂️ I use. My watches.. I don’t baby them…

drinking game: take a shot every time he says “personal” 😂🥃

I agree from a statistical/rational perspective the Omega wins. However I think we all know, deep down, we'd take the Explorer II any day.

Easy win for Rolex here IMHO

Rolex…..clear winner……..be a winner and get one!🎉

This is such a weird comparison. You're picking two watches with a white dial, and then compare a dive watch to an explorer watch. If you want to compare diver functions, pick two diving watches. If you want to compare two white dial watches, don't take the totally unrelated functionality differences of the two watches into account.

Not bi-directional big guy. Must be the language barrier😂

Not a particular fan of either, the Omegas hands are plain ugly the Rolex Cyclops is minging, they’re likely both waiting for a White Black Bay Pro to blow them both away

Explorer ii is so much nicer