Omega Solar Impulse Co-Axial GMT Preview

DRMW · 2009-02-03T00:45:36Z

Preview the Omega Solar Impulse Co-Axial GMT. Discover its titanium case, carbon fiber dial, Caliber 3603, and connection to solar flight innovation.

The deep concern in the scientific and ecological area lead Omega to be active in the development of alternative means of sustainable energy for the future. By providing engineering and capital, Omega has partnered with the Solar Impulse project.

The objective is to fly around the world powered by the energy harnessed from the sun. To commemorate the test flight of HB-SIA, they have released the Solar Impluse Co-Axial GMT.

Omega Boutique Beverly Hills allowed PuristSPro.com to preview the first release of the Co-Axial GMT:

To link the HB-SIA solar plane which used titanium and carbon fiber, the Omega Solar Impulse utilizes a Titanium (Grade 2) case and a carbon fiber dial. The bezel is titanium but with a aluminum black tachymetre ring.

-MW

This message has been edited by DRMW on 2009-02-03 09:38:24

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The Omega Solar Impulse Co-Axial GMT features a 44.25mm Grade 2 titanium case, a carbon fiber dial, and an aluminum black tachymeter ring, reflecting the materials used in the HB-SIA solar plane.
Powered by the Caliber 3603 automatic Co-Axial escapement with a 52-hour power reserve, the watch includes a central chrono seconds hand with 'GMT' and 'North' in orange, a 30-minute counter, 12-hour counter, and small seconds.
The watch is a numbered edition, not a limited edition, commemorating the test flight of the HB-SIA solar plane, with actual manned flight scheduled for 2011.
The watch is notably lightweight, adhering to the design philosophy of the Solar Impulse plane, and is available with either a polished/brushed titanium bracelet or a black rubber strap.
The dial offers excellent legibility, reminiscent of Speedmaster styling, and the black bezel complements the matte titanium finish.
The titanium screw-in caseback is laser-engraved, further emphasizing the watch's connection to the Solar Impulse project.
The watch's bracelet design, with screws, is similar to the X-33, and the carbon fiber dial, despite personal preferences, is well-executed.

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DRMW

Feb 3, 2009

Omega Solar Impulse Co-Axial GMT PART3

Omega Solar Impulse Co-Axial GMT 44.25mm diameter and 15.75mm height. WR of 100m. 21mm at the lugs, 18mm on the clasp The Screw in caseback is also made of titanium and etched with laser engraving Available with a polished and brushed titanium bracelet or black rubber strap with a deployant clasp. Special 'Thank You' to Ms. Shermeen Kazi Omega Boutique Beverly Hills for the privilege of previewing the new release. =) -MW This message has been edited by DRMW on 2009-02-03 10:05:50

kevster

Feb 3, 2009

Great post and scoop.

I'll go check it out at first opportunity. I've been looking forward to seeing this one for quite some time.

DRMW

Feb 3, 2009

Hello kevster...

Hello Kevster! The Omega Solar Impulse Co=Axial GMT was introduced at Basel 2008 and it's finally getting released. I believe that the one I handled is the only one out here in the U.S. I think you are going to enjoy this one a lot! The black bezel goes nicely with the matte titanium. The dial is very legible and has plenty of lume. Let me know what you think when you get to see one in person. -MW This message has been edited by DRMW on 2009-02-03 09:46:38

donzi22

Feb 3, 2009

great pics thanks for the post!

I saw it in the metal last week also, very impressive in my opinion. usually I am NOT a fan of CF dials, this one worked for me. The size was perfect, very very light watch. Reminds me of the X-33, I think they must have used the same bracelet(?) Excellent report- Cheers!

DRMW

Feb 3, 2009

Hello donzi22!

Hello Donzi22! Thanks for the kind words! As you noticed, the Omega is extremely light as to keep with the design philosophy of the Solar Impulse plane. So did any other Omega catch your interest last week?=) -MW

donzi22

Feb 4, 2009

hour-vision !

the hour-vision in rose-gold with rose-gold bracelet was nice! I was impressed with all the Hour-visions with the clear windows on the sides of the case... very cool some pics:

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