Hodinkee in Antique, Rolex, Vintage Monday, replica Rado watches December 22, 2008 at 9:36AM In 1935, Omega released a watch called the Marine.It had classic deco looks but was intended to be a sportsman's watch.In fact, it was made to be completely waterproof in hopes of competing with a new case called the Oyster from the Rolex brand.The Oyster, released in 1927, featured a screw down crown that allowed for quick setting and winding, as well as an innovative case back and face to make it completely waterproof.
It was instant success.In the first of replica Tissot watches many pointed attacks on the Rolex empire, Omega designed the Marine to out-perform the Oyster.And it did, but at a price.The Marine was so incredibly water proof due to a massive clip on the back of the watch clamping the two pieces of the watch together, creating a hermetic seal.The flaw in this Rolex Oyster Patent from 1925design was that you must unclip the watch to set the time, a annoyance that led to the failure of the piece in open market of the 1930s.
This watch was made for five years, from 1935 to 1940, and the replica Zenith watches one we have found here is from 1937.It features the original dial and hands, and is keeping excellent time.This watch is very rare and very valuable, however we think the ~$17,000 asking price is too high.2007 Commemorative MarineDue to the innovative (albeit flawed) design of this piece, it holds a special place in the hearts of Omega fans and watch collectors in general.
