Which Aqua Terra generation is your favorite?

What are your thoughts on the various Aqua Terra generations (generations 1-3)? I’m looking to pick up my first Aqua Terra and it’s been difficult to decide on generation 1 vs generation 3. I love the black lacquer dial in the first generation, but the teak dial has been growing on me a lot too. One thing I do prefer on the newer versions is the date window at 6 o’clock, as it provides a more symmetrical appearance to the dial in my opinion. I know Omega released a version with the lacquer…

Which Aqua Terra generation is your favorite?

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Omega SMP Black Quartz: Dial Differences Between 2264.50 vs 212.30.41.61.01.001

I’m mainly looking to see if someone can tell me whether the dial on the 212.30.41.61.01.001 is glossier and/or darker than on the 2264.50.

I have lately been on a drive to replace some of my auto watches with quartz and for a diver, I recently acquired a 2264.50. However, I discovered the existence of the 212.30.41.61.01.001 on which I love the applied logo and indices as well as the fact that the waves extend all the way to the edge of the dial. I was debating an SMP Non-AC but that…

Omega SMP Black Quartz: Dial Differences Between 2264.50 vs 212.30.41.61.01.001

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