Omega’s latest is an unusual combination of a 600 m-rated dive watch with a Cottier-style world time. The Seamaster Planet Ocean Worldtimer shares the oversized ceramic case of the Planet Ocean Deep Black, but is the first model in the collection to incorporate a world time complication.

Initial thoughts

While the Worldtimer makes a bold statement, a US$14,800 price tag and substantial case dimensions may limit its appeal – particularly for those with average-sized wrists. Still, it offers a somewhat paradoxical and oddly specific combination of features, so someone seeking a world time watch ready for saturation diving, there are few other options. Of the two available colourways, I would choose the low-key grey edition for its greater versatility compared to the turquoise version.

Worldtimer

Offered with either turquoise or grey accents, the new Planet Ocean is housed in a black ceramic case measuring 45.5 mm in diameter and 17.4 mm in thickness. Signature Seamaster case elements, including twisted lyre lugs, a helium escape valve, and “Broad Arrow” hands, complete the design.

The standout feature the world time complication with a cities disc and 24-hour ring. At the centre is a titanium disc displaying a view of the Earth from the North Pole, with continents and colours rendered with varnish and laser engraving. A 24-hour ring in transparent hesalite is shaded in black and white to denote night and day. The chapter ring for the hours is embellished with a honeycomb pattern, while the outermost ring has 24 cities representing the 24 primer time zones.

Powering the watch is Omega’s in-house self-winding cal. 8938, which is a Master Chronometer certified by METAS and therefore magnetic-resistant up to 15,000 gauss.

Operating at a frequency of 3.5 Hz, it provides a power reserve of 60 hours. The movement is decorated with radial striping arabesque, along with contrasting blackened screws, barrels, and balance wheel.

Key facts and price

Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean Worldtimer
Ref. 215.92.46.22.01.006
Ref. 215.92.46.22.01.007

Diameter: 45.5 mm
Height: 17.4 mm
Material: Black ceramic
Crystal: Sapphire
Water resistance: 600 m

Movement: Cal. 8938
Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds, and worldtimer
Winding: Automatic
Frequency: 25,200 beats per hour (3.5 Hz)
Power reserve: 60 hours

Strap: Rubber strap with folding clasp

Limited edition: No
Availability: At Omega boutiques and retailers
Price: US$14,800

For more information, visit Omegawatches.com.