Watch Shootout: http://www.speedroc.com/replica-omega-speedmaster-broad-arrow.html Ingenieur 40mm 3239 vs. Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra 8500 So, why the Aqua Terra? Well, first of all, these watches come from manufacturers with roughly the same pedigree and both are part of a larger group: Richemont for Omega and Swatch for Omega. Second, these watches were both created and are indeed perceived as go-anywhere, do-anything watches, also often referred to as beach-to-boardroom. Third, their MSRPs are in the same ballpark, with the Omega maybe 15% more expensive. Fourth, they are also quite similar in size. The replica omega Speedmaster Broad Arrow GMT has a 1.5mm smaller measured diameter, but it also has crown guards, which make the wrist presence almost identical. That is except for the thickness, but more on that later. The particular AT in this comparison is the Captain's Watch. Ideally, it should have been the standard white dial version, but I currently don't own one of those. I will not, as others do, give grades to the different aspects of these replica omega Seamaster 300m as cumulated scores may have some indicative value, but everyone's weighting of these aspects is different, so even if someone were to agree with my assessments, their final score may be quite different. I will, however, pronounce a winner under each heading, however presumptuous that may sound - for both your benefit and my delight. Honestly, I only included this heading because all comprehensive watch reviews start with the packaging and I didn't want to short-change you, Dear Reader. I have little to say other than both packages are up to their respective companies' standards for their cheap(er), non-limited editions. They both serve their purpose in providing ample protection during shipping and offer a measure of presentation while in the home. Imitation leather on cardboard for Omega and synthetic-coated wood for Omega, but Omega's box is a touch more classy and feels sturdier, although I presume that under heavy stress none would perform significantly better than the other. You get the compulsory booklets and warranty card, but no COSC chronometer certificate. Omega only provides one on request, while Omega's own quality standards exceed those of the august Contr?le Officiel Suisse des Chronom��tres, hence they have not a single officially certified chronometer and even fewer Officially Certified Superlative Chronometers, whatever "superlative" may mean. Sorry, I just couldn't resist the temptation. It is safe to say that both watch cases build on their respective companies' rich history, but that's almost the only thing they have in common. The Omega case has the company's exquisitely proportioned signature lyre lugs. The alternating brushed and polished surfaces are well balanced, complement the case just right and the quality of the finish and attention is excellent for this price category and about as good as you can get on a (relatively speaking) mass-produced watch. The fairly thick sapphire crystal is slightly convex and rounds out the top of the watch in class, offering an undistorted view of the dial at literally any angle. The double-sided anti-reflective coating is top of the class, you have to turn the watch around quite a lot to even see some reflection and under some angles it the makes the crystal disappear altogether. There are also no color hues to it. The see-through case back has a slightly raised flat sapphire crystal, giving a good view of the adequately finished movement. Omega has even labeled the two spring barrels as "BARREL ONE" and "BARREL TWO" hammering home the message. There are three reasons why I generally like see-through case backs. First, they provide some welcome entertainment on those occasions when you find yourself idly waiting without anything to read. Second, I found that the silky smoothness of the crystal is more pleasant to the wrist than almost any metal. Third, on an automatic watch it is the perfect visual aid should you want to explain to the uninitiated what an automatic movement is.