Anyone else not so enthusiastic about the new Omega 8500 and 8900 calibers?

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I keep reading and listening to various watch 'journalists' wax lyrical about how Omega is pushing boundaries and overtaking Rolex with the new anti magnetic, coaxial calibres. Is it only me who's not sold on them?

The coaxial escapement seems to actually afford no real benefit in terms of service as the rest of the movement is still prone to normal wear. There are numerous stories on the web of premature wear to barrels and jewels requiring updates from Omega at service/repair time…

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