lazarini Posted May 13, 2008 Report Share Posted May 13, 2008 Splendid review ... from already a legend among RWG reviewers Regards Laz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StormTooper4 Posted May 13, 2008 Report Share Posted May 13, 2008 OH THATS JUST FINE AND DANDY I've been putting off reading this , for this very reason............................................................... because I knew it would JUST MAKE WANT ONE AAGGGHHHHHHH I had my nose pressed up against the window the AD in town today , lusting after these and a Railmaster I HAVE NO MORE ROOM IN THE BOX I know another box AWESOME REVIEW DUDE , tis much appreciated, sort of !!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toadtorrent Posted May 13, 2008 Author Report Share Posted May 13, 2008 I just came back from the AD to look at the Hour Vision, and I have to say, the movement is very nice on it, but given that this is something you don't get to see when you are wearing the piece, it sort of gets lost, except when you are in the confines of your room looking at it before you put it on. The dial is nice...but I have to say, I think my 3717-02/05 rep dial has more zing to it than the Omega gen... BTW...in Canada, the Hour Vision is CDN8000 with the bracelet (which is very nice) and CDN7500 for the strap (nothing special). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pix Posted May 22, 2008 Report Share Posted May 22, 2008 Hi, just seen this : "Andrew's" version for 330 USD from Watchmark. http://www.timeshops.net/Omega_Hour_Vision...6_1358-3258.htm No comment. When it is 250, I might have a look Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emuozz Posted May 22, 2008 Report Share Posted May 22, 2008 Great PREview, thank you. Btw I Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
koosh Posted August 25, 2008 Report Share Posted August 25, 2008 Thanks for taking the time to put together this extremely thorough review Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dabouncer72 Posted August 28, 2008 Report Share Posted August 28, 2008 Hi, just seen this : "Andrew's" version for 330 USD from Watchmark. http://www.timeshops.net/Omega_Hour_Vision...6_1358-3258.htm No comment. When it is 250, I might have a look Just wondering, is that dealer reliable? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dabouncer72 Posted August 28, 2008 Report Share Posted August 28, 2008 I wonder how accurate is this version ($218) http://www.pc88clone.com/00omde01003-hour-...813-p-4962.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toadtorrent Posted August 28, 2008 Author Report Share Posted August 28, 2008 I wonder how accurate is this version ($218) http://www.pc88clone.com/00omde01003-hour-...813-p-4962.html The finish on the rotor is a lot better, but the font is a bit small. The finish and engraving on the plates and bridges is better too. The movement looks to be the best of the batch in my opinion. The engraving on the caseback is nice and deep. I didn't have time to look at the dial though. This looks to be a better version than the previous ones and at a better pricepoint. Again...I haven't looked at anything else...just the movement as that's the key piece of this watch on the gen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dabouncer72 Posted August 28, 2008 Report Share Posted August 28, 2008 The finish on the rotor is a lot better, but the font is a bit small. The finish and engraving on the plates and bridges is better too. The movement looks to be the best of the batch in my opinion. The engraving on the caseback is nice and deep. I didn't have time to look at the dial though. This looks to be a better version than the previous ones and at a better pricepoint. Again...I haven't looked at anything else...just the movement as that's the key piece of this watch on the gen. Do you know if that Asia 2813 movement (The movement in that watch) is reliable though, or at least a bit accurate in timekeeping? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toadtorrent Posted August 28, 2008 Author Report Share Posted August 28, 2008 Do you know if that Asia 2813 movement (The movement in that watch) is reliable though, or at least a bit accurate in timekeeping? The 2813 is a fine movement...and cheap to replace (about $12). This one has the decorated rotor and plates/bridges...so that makes it harder to replace should you need to. The Zigmeister won't work on these as it's not really worth the time to service a $12 movement, given the cost of replacement...so a replacement if required, will likely require a mod (i.e. swap of the decorated parts onto the replacement movement). That being said, the 2813 can be a very reliable and sound movement...but has been known to have some slipping datewheel issues on occasion and if you play around with the movement, the keyless works can get out of whack a bit (an easy fix if you have the tools and know how). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dabouncer72 Posted August 29, 2008 Report Share Posted August 29, 2008 This looks to be a better version than the previous ones and at a better pricepoint. Again...I haven't looked at anything else...just the movement as that's the key piece of this watch on the gen. The the color of the circular design on the dial seems to be more accurate too. It seems that in this version the circular design more silvery, like the gen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
By-Tor Posted August 29, 2008 Report Share Posted August 29, 2008 This review was a true community service. I read it again, and the experience was just as enjoyable as at the first time. Thanks again Toad! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chaosman Posted September 5, 2008 Report Share Posted September 5, 2008 I just bought the gen of this watch. If anyone wants me to take pictures let me know. I have a Canon SD850 IS. IT has macro shot but i dont know what settings to use to look the best. So if you guys want more photos let me know. Beautiful watch! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toadtorrent Posted September 5, 2008 Author Report Share Posted September 5, 2008 I just bought the gen of this watch. If anyone wants me to take pictures let me know. I have a Canon SD850 IS. IT has macro shot but i dont know what settings to use to look the best. So if you guys want more photos let me know. Beautiful watch! Hey...bring it on. The gen is what this watch is all about. The movement is beautiful. To take good macro shots can be a bit tricky. Ideally...no flash but ambiant light...a tripod is ideal and using the timer or a remote control is best as you should be using as low an ISO rating as possible which, combined with the macro will make a fuzzy picture when you push the shutter release. This will be a great project for you to learn macro technique. You might have to play around with the focus and depth of field a bit to get the look you want (f stop...the smaller the number the less depth of field). There's a good Photoshop guide for watches by Edge here: Edge's Photoshop Guide Another guide here: Using Light Tents ...the Next Step For posting pics...go here: How to Post Pics Good luck...and I look forward to whatever results you get. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chaosman Posted September 5, 2008 Report Share Posted September 5, 2008 thanks toad i'll def let you know how it goes. So funny how the rep sold me on the gen. I was looking at this thread and I saw a friend wear it so I was about to buy the $600 rep. Then i was like this watch is too beautiful to have a rep that doesnt use the amazing movement. Needless to say though my pockets are alot lighter now, but then again this hobby isnt for everyone =P Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toadtorrent Posted September 5, 2008 Author Report Share Posted September 5, 2008 thanks toad i'll def let you know how it goes. So funny how the rep sold me on the gen. I was looking at this thread and I saw a friend wear it so I was about to buy the $600 rep. Then i was like this watch is too beautiful to have a rep that doesnt use the amazing movement. Needless to say though my pockets are alot lighter now, but then again this hobby isnt for everyone =P You got that right! You can sink a load into watches (reps or gens) before you even have a chance to hear the repo-man calling. I agree with you...there is a time for reps and a time for gens. Certain watches will never be repped accurately, and if you need that kind of watch, the only solution is a gen. For some, capturing the spirit of the watch might be enough, as in this one with the see-through sides...but if accuracy is your goal...gen all the way. It is a hefty price for a rep, and low value in my opinion. I'm still confused over how they price some of these reps. You have yourself a very nice gen. I've tried it on a few times at the AD, and the movement is beautiful. I would probably wear the thing upside down if I could. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
f5mando Posted September 28, 2008 Report Share Posted September 28, 2008 (edited) Nah det's vadda call a votch! Great work on your in-depth pre-view review. Thanks so much. I really like this watch, but I think I'm still going to wait for a better all 'round rep of this one. Maybe the 4th generation "Ultimate" Hour Vision?! Edited September 28, 2008 by f5mando Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simonsays Posted November 9, 2008 Report Share Posted November 9, 2008 i got the hour vision gen a few months ago. i think it will be an appreciating classic due to the movement. it does look fantastic worn with a black suit!! heres some crappy pics of a beautiful watch......... si Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toadtorrent Posted November 9, 2008 Author Report Share Posted November 9, 2008 i got the hour vision gen a few months ago. i think it will be an appreciating classic due to the movement. it does look fantastic worn with a black suit!! The gen is fantastic. There appear to be a few better versions of the rep out...but nothing holds muster to the real deal in this case!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gran Posted April 13, 2010 Report Share Posted April 13, 2010 i got the hour vision gen a few months ago. i think it will be an appreciating classic due to the movement. it does look fantastic worn with a black suit!! heres some crappy pics of a beautiful watch......... si Now that is a wonderful OMEGA and a great movement Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seriph Posted February 28, 2012 Report Share Posted February 28, 2012 (edited) I know this review was some years ago but thanks AGAIN for your high-calibre reviews mate .... it is why I love the Internet, this hobby and other people who care enough to freely share their great knowledge. An $88 'version' just came up in my inbox, so I thought I would do a little homework/research on these watches, seeing they have a lovely retro look to them. FYI here is a super-quick comparison image between the super-ccheapie and the gen .... granted it is a joke of a rep, but still quite a nice looking thing I think. Edited February 28, 2012 by seriph Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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