WOTW: Mackenzie Hughes Omega Seamaster Diver 300M in Stainless Steel and Blue

Jan 01, 2024

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Mackenzie Hughes won the Sanderson Farms Championship this weekend in a playoff. Hughes held off Sepp Straka to card his second PGA Tour victory and hold up that rooster trophy. The light was fading as Hughes was presented with his trophy and on his wrist was the Omega Seamaster Diver 300M.

WOTW Specs: Name: Omega Seamaster Diver 300M Co-Axial Master ChronometerReference: 210.32.42.20.03.001Limited: NoDate: 2018 – CurrentCase: Stainless SteelBezel: Blue CeramicDial: BlueSize: 42mmMovement: Calibre 8800, 35 JewelsPower Reserve: 55 HoursGlass: Saphire CrystalWaterproof: 300 MetersBracelet: Blue Rubber StrapPrice: $5,100 (~$4,000)

Omega released the first Seamaster in 1948 to celebrate Omega's 100th anniversary. Omega had been making dive watches since 1936 that were worn by French diver Yves Le Prieur. The first Seamaster watches took their influence from watches worn by the British military during World War II. Since then the Seamaster has been more famously known as the James Bond watch since versions have been worn in many of the movies. Hughes Seamaster first debuted in 2018 and features a stainless steel case that is 42mm across. The back of the case is stianless steel with a sapphire crystal viewing window where you can see the Calibre 8800 mechanical movement. The Calibre 8800 is a self-winding movement that features Omega's Co-Axial escapement. The Co-Axial escapement was invented by George Daniels in 1976 but wasn't mass produced by Omega until 1999. The Co-Axial escapement features the use of radial friction to reduce wear on the gear teeth for longer service and better efficiency. Omega's 8800 contains 35 jewels and offers 55 hours of power reserve.

The unidirectional bezel is made from stainless steel and contains a blue ceramic insert. Ceramic is extremely scratch resistant, lightweight, and resists fading in UV light. The dial is crafted from matching blue ceramic with laser engraved "waves" to give it some depth and texture. The hour markers are larger and filled with Super-LumiNova for a bright white glow underwater or in low light. The hands and hour markers are rhodium plated and the date window sits at 6 o’clock. A scratch proof sapphire crystal covers and protects it all.

On the right side of the case is the screw-down crown used for setting the date and time of the watch. On the left side, at 10 o’clock, is helium escape valve. The valve is built in to ensure that gasses don't build up during deep dives and damage the watch. A blue rubber strap holds the Seamaster on your wrist and has molded ends that match the curve of the case. Omega has been really gaining a lot of ground in the luxury watch market and the Seamaster is one of their most popular models. You can get a brand new Seamaster Diver 300M for $5,100 but on the secondary market you can save a bit of money since they are trading for around $4,000.

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Viktor Hovland started his final nine holes at the Memorial four strokes behind and made the lone birdie on 17 to get into a playoff. After beating Denny McCarthy in the playoff, Viktor put on his Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore "Indigo" and received the crystal trophy from golf legend Jack Nicklaus. And of course, Jack was wearing his solid gold Rolex Day-Date Ref 18038.

Name: Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore 42Reference: 26470ST.OO.A030CA.01Limited: NoDate: 2018Case: Stainless SteelBezel: Stainless SteelDial: Indigo "Méga Tapisserie"Size: 42mmMovement: Calibre 3126/3840, 59 JewelsPower Reserve: 50 HoursGlass: Sapphire CrystalWaterproof: 100 MetersBracelet: Indigo Rubber StrapPrice: ~$34,000

The Royal Oak Offshore was the idea of Emmanuel Gueit, a young watch designer who was inspired to create a larger and more rugged version of the iconic Royal Oak model, originally designed by Gérald Genta in 1972. Gueit's vision was to create a watch that would appeal to a new generation of watch enthusiasts who desired a sportier and more contemporary timepiece. When the Royal Oak Offshore was unveiled at the Baselworld watch fair in 1993, it caused quite a stir in the watchmaking community. The watch featured a larger case size of 42mm, which was significantly larger than the average watch size at the time. Viktor's "Indigo" version was released in 2018 and can be had with the matching rubber strap as well as a stainless steel bracelet.

A 42mm stainless steel case might not be as big today as it was in 1993 but the long, 55mm, lug-to-lug length does give this Offshore a larger feel on the wrist. On the right side of the case is a blue ceramic crown and matching ceramic pushers. This was Audemars Piguet's first use of Blue Ceramic in the 42mm Offshore line. The caseback is held in place with 8 screws and features a sapphire crystal display window where you can see the movement. On top of the case is the iconic Royal Oak octagon bezel with a thick rubber gasket between them. The bezel is held in place by 8 steel hex screws, another timeless Royal Oak design. An indigo dial sits under the sapphire crystal and contains AP's Méga Tapisserie pattern for a unique texture. Méga Tapisserie is made up of small squares that also contain what looks like milling and there have been a few different sizes of Tapisserie over the years. Most blue Offshore dials have contrasting subdials, but this model keeps a more subtle chronograph look. Hour markers are numerals made from white gold, along with the hour and minute hands. There is also an inner bezel with a tachymeter scale printed on it and done in metallic blue paint. A date window sits at 3 o’clock with an inverse, magnifying, cyclops lens over it in the sapphire crystal.

Inside the Indigo Offshore is a Calibre AP 3126 self-winding, automatic movement that is built from 365 parts. The 3126 is built in-house by AP and contains a modified Dubois-Depraz chronograph module in order to run the chronograph functions. There are 59 jewels in the movement to help it run smoothly and is backed up by a 50-hour power reserve. An Indigo rubber strap holds the piece on Viktor's wrist and is fitted to the case with small screws. The rubber strap comes together with a larger pin buckle and has a satin finish applied to the AP logo. This is a pretty collectible watch and there doesn't seem to be tons of them online for sale. If you are looking to add this piece to your collection then expect to pay around $34,000.

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Wyndham Clark got his first PGA Tour win this weekend at the Wells Fargo Championship by four shots over Xander Schauffele. In celebration, Clark was all smiles, holding the trophy up in the North Carolina sun while wearing a Rolex Datejust Wimbledon on his wrist.

Name: Rolex Datejust 41Reference: 126334-0022Limited: NoDate: 2018 – PresentCase: 904L OystersteelBezel: 18kt White GoldDial: Slate RomanSize: 41mmMovement: Calibre 3225, 31 JewelsPower Reserve: 70 HoursGlass: Sapphire CrystalWaterproof: 100 MetersBracelet: Jubilee, OystersteelPrice: $10,500 (~$14,000)

Rolex introduced the Datajust to celebrate its 40th anniversary and is one of the oldest names in the lineup. The first Datejust watches were built as classic watches to be worn with all attire and on any occasion. The timeless design has changed very little over the years, and if you look at an original reference 4467, you will know exactly what it is. The first Datejust was made of solid 18kt yellow gold and two-toned versions were not available until the 1950s.

Wyndham's Datejust is in the current lineup and originally debuted in 2018. The case is 41mm and made from solid Oystersteel, 904L stainless steel. Rolex uses 904L, instead of something standard like a 303, because it is much more corrosion-resistant and can take years of everyday wear in harsh conditions. The caseback threads into the case with a rubber seal to help give the Datejust a 100m waterproof rating. On the right side of the crown is the screw-down crown with Twinlock waterproof seals used to set the time and date on the watch. A fluted bezel sits on the top of the watch and is made from Rolex's own 18k white gold alloy. In the early 2000s Rolex created its own foundry to make its gold and platinum alloys for its watches. This ensures that Rolex can control the quality and durability like no other brand, and Rolex's white gold won't fade like other alloys.

A slate gray dial features a Sunday finish that extends from the center to diffuse light for a more luxurious look. The hour markers are black Roman numerals outlined in a bright green that resembles the famous Wimbledon tennis court. At 3 o’clock is the date window that changes the date over instantly at midnight. Some movements slowly start moving the date wheel as the time gets closer to midnight, and Rolex did not approve of that. The company designed dates to switch over so quickly that you won't see the change unless you are concentrating and watching for it. A sapphire crystal covers the entire dial and contains a cyclops lens over the date window to magnify it for easier reading.

Inside Clark's Datejust is a self-winding, automatic Calibre 3235 movement that was completely designed and built in-house. The 3235 is, like all Rolex movements, Swiss Certified (COSC), to be accurate in all temperatures and conditions. A blue Parachrom hairspring and Paraflex shock absorbers work to improve accuracy through drops and temperature changes. The 3235 is made up of 201 parts, and it will offer the wearer around 70 hours of power reserve.

A Rolex Jubilee bracelet is attached and made from five solid links of Oystersteel. The five smaller links give the Datejust a little more of a dressy and flashier look compared to the available Oyster bracelet. The outer links are given a brushed finish while the inner links are polished for a contrasting look. Rolex's folding Oysterclasp brings the bracelet together and contains the Easylink extension link for dialing in the perfect fit. This is one of the more sought-after Datejust models and is very hard to source at your local dealer. If you are on good enough terms then you will pay $10,500 to put a steel Wimbledon on your wrist. But if you aren't at the top of the list, you can expect to pay around $14,000 on the secondary market for one in mint condition.

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Davis Riley got his first PGA Tour win this weekend at the Zurich Classic. Riley, and his partner Nick Hardy, won the team event by two strokes. During the celebration and trophy presentation, Nick went with the bare wrist, while Riley looked to be wearing a new Rolex Submariner in black ceramic on his.

WOTW Specs Name: Rolex Submariner DateReference: 116610ln-0001Limited: NoDate: 2010 – 2020Case: 904L OystersteelBezel: 904L OystersteelDial: BlackSize: 40mmMovement: Calibre 3135, 31 JewelsPower Reserve: 48 HoursGlass: Saphire CrystalWaterproof: 300 MetersBracelet: Oyster, 904L OystersteelPrice: ~$13,500

The Rolex Submariner is quite possibly the most recognized and popular watch in the world. When someone says the word "watch," I feel like the Submariner is what most people picture in their minds. In 1953 Rolex introduced the Submariner to the expanding recreational dive market. With advancements in technology, scuba gear had really taken off and many were enjoying the new hobby at deeper depths. So Rolex set out to create a dive watch and the Submariner was the first to 100-meter water-resistance rating. Since then the Submariner has been one of the biggest sports watches in the world. The most recent update to the Submariner happened in 2020 with a new case but it looks like Davis might be wearing the previous version that was in production from 2010-2020.

The previous generation Submariner features a 40mm case made from solid 904L stainless steel that Rolex calls Oystersteel. Stainless steel is corrosion resistant in normal forms, but 904L takes that up a level to ensure that it can stand up to constant use in salt water. The crown on the right side screws down with Triplock seals and is protected by slightly smaller crown guards. These crown guards look to be a little on the larger side and were slimmed down slightly on the newest 126610 reference. The case back is also solid Oystersteel and threads into the case to protect the movement from the outside. An Osytersteel bezel is unidirectional and will "click" 120 times on a full rotation. A black Cerachrom insert contains a 60 minute divine scale and will not fade with exposure to UV light and saltwater like the older aluminum bezels. A black dial is fitted with large hour markers, made from white gold, and filled with Chromalight for a long-lasting blue glow in low light. The Submariner can be had with or without a date and Riley's Sub does have the date window at 3 0’clock. The date is covered by a magnifying lens on the sapphire crystal and switches over instantly at midnight.

Rolex's Calibre 3135 is a classic movement that is reliable and very accurate. The 3135 is a self-winding automatic movement offering a 48 hour power reserve. KIF shock absorbers minimize the effect of quick movements and a Parachrom Blue hairspring won't be affected by temperature or exposure magnetic fields. Like all Rolex movements, the 3135 is a Swiss Certified (COSC) movement to ensure accuracy. The Oyster bracelet is famous in its own right as it has been around for decades. The bracelet is made from 3 flat links of solid Oystersteel with a brushed finish. Again, Riley's Submariner looks to have the older, thicker lugs and narrower bracelet. Holding the bracelet together is a folding Oysterlock clasp that contains Rolex's Glidelock system for extending the bracelet without using tools. The Submariner is highly sought after and people have been on a waiting list for years to get one on their wrist. If you are lucky enough to wait it out for the new reference, then you can expect to pay $10,250 for a Submariner Date. The Submariner holds its value very well and even getting the previous generation on the secondary market will set you back around $13,500.

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