{"lien_WSTV":"","tax_name":"deprecated","tax_rate":20,"id_manufacturer":"0","id_supplier":"0","id_category_default":"617","id_shop_default":"1","manufacturer_name":false,"supplier_name":false,"name":"Seamaster Planet Ocean 600M Master Chronometer GMT Deep Black","description":"<p><strong>THE SEAMASTER PLANET OCEAN \u201cDEEP BLACK\u201d COLLECTION<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>In our universe, the Earth\u2019s oceans are naturally linked to the moon in our sky. For OMEGA, the connection can also be found in our latest ceramic collection. From the Speedmaster Dark Side of the Moon that was first released in 2013, OMEGA has evolved its ceramic expertise to produce the Seamaster Planet Ocean \u201cDeep Black\u201d. This time, the craftsmanship has gone much further.<\/p>\n<p>These four remarkable 45.5 mm timepieces are the combination of a GMT model and a diving watch. The true technical challenge was to produce a diving watch made entirely from ceramic and ensure that it could withstand the pressures of the ocean at a depth of 600 m \/ 2000 ft. \/ 60 bar. However, the goal has been achieved, and the result is a state-of-the-art creation that stands alone in the industry.<br \/><br \/><strong>10 UNIQUE FEATURES OF THE \u201cDEEP BLACK\u201d COLLECTION<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u2022 In a first for the Planet Ocean, the case body of each \u201cDeep Black\u201d model has been crafted from a single block of ceramic. The same material is also used for the unidirectional bezels as well as the dials that feature new Arabic numerals.<br \/><br \/>\u2022 On the Black and 18K Sedna\u2122 gold models, the ceramic cases and dials have been polished for a glossy effect. The blue and red versions are brushed for a matt effect that offers better visibility underwater.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 A new GMT ring has been fixed on the dial while the diving scale sits on the ceramic bezel using Liquidmetal\u00ae or OMEGA Ceragold\u2122.<br \/><br \/>\u2022 For the Black model, Liquidmetal\u00ae is also used to create the He symbol on the Helium valve and OMEGA symbol on the crown. On the blue and red models, these two features are coloured using a rubber injection.<br \/><br \/>\u2022 For the first time, rubber has been blended with ceramic to create a unique bezel. On the blue and red models, this colourful innovation can be seen covering the first 15 minutes. Another useful feature for divers.<br \/><br \/>\u2022 In another remarkable first, OMEGA has created an oriented caseback so that the engraved wording sits perfectly in position. This has been achieved through OMEGA\u2019s new and patented ceramic Naiad Lock. The alveol design of the caseback also offers an aesthetic wave pattern.<br \/><br \/>\u2022 Why the colours? Imagine you are descending below the waves of the ocean. At 5 m, the first colour that is no longer visible is red. That means that this \u201cmilitary\u201d divers\u2019 watch will gain a camouflage advantage by gradually matching your wetsuit. Go deeper to 275 m and the last colour you\u2019ll see, based on light penetration, is the exact shade of blue found on the blue Deep Black model. Finally, at a depth of 300 m, the ocean will turn black. The 18K Sedna\u2122 gold model is a lifestyle piece built for people who enjoy time on deck.<br \/><br \/>\u2022 The hands and indexes of the watches are created from 18K Sedna\u2122 gold or 18K white gold. They are coated in white Super-LumiNova that emits green and blue colours.<br \/><br \/>\u2022 The black rubber straps have been designed to give the appearance of being fabric. They feature contrasting stitching and have also been treated with an anti-bacterial coating. A wave pattern can be found on the underside. On the Sedna\u2122 gold model, the strap is water-resistant leather, with the same anti-bacterial rubber underside. The foldover clasp is made from ceramised titanium, while the clasp cover has been produced in ceramic with two types of finishing.<br \/><br \/>\u2022 The \u201cDeep Black\u201d is driven by the OMEGA Master Chronometer calibre 8906. Resistant to magnetic fields of 15,000 gauss, each watch has passed the 8 tests set by the Swiss Federal Institute of Metrology (METAS). This higher standard of precision and performance is in addition to traditional COSC certification. The watch comes with a four year warranty.<\/p>\n<p><strong>THE NEW PLANET OCEAN 600M MASTER CHRONOMETER<\/strong><br \/><br \/>For the new generation of Planet Ocean models, OMEGA has used many of its most innovative modern materials. Firstly, ceramic has been used to create the dials and bezels of almost all models. Liquidmetal\u00ae has been used for enduring strength and beauty for the diving scales, while 18K Sedna\u2122 gold, used for the first time in the Planet Ocean collection, delivers a long-lasting reddish tone. Finally, OMEGA Ceragold\u2122 allows the blending of the ceramic bezels with 18K gold numbers and scaling.<\/p>\n<p>Attached to these new cases, the straps and bracelets have also been redesigned. The traditional metal bracelet has been integrated slightly differently to the case so that it sits and looks better on the wrist. There are also new rubber straps that have been designed to look like fabric. They have been given an anti-bacterial treatment and are perfect for taking underwater. Similarly, the water-resistant leather straps of the collection have an anti-bacterial rubber underside for comfort and functionality.<\/p>\n<p>Other subtle differences include new Arabic numerals, a new alveol screw-in caseback, a new transferred minutes track, and the Master Chronometer certification that accompanies every model. To achieve this high standard of precision, performance and magnetic resistance, the watches have all passed the 8 rigorous tests set by the Swiss Federal Institute of Metrology (METAS).<\/p>\n<p><strong>THE SEAMASTER PLANET OCEAN 600M MASTER CHRONOMETER<\/strong><br \/><br \/><strong>A NEW COLLECTION SURFACES<\/strong><br \/><br \/>Within the deep blue waters of Earth, OMEGA has always found both inspiration and opportunity. In 2005, after decades of experience above and below the waves, we looked to the true legends of ocean exploration to help us create the Planet Ocean collection. This original line of diving timepieces was made in the spirit of pioneers such as William Beebe, Jacques Cousteau and Jacques Mayol, who all sported an OMEGA divers\u2019 watch on their wrist. <br \/><br \/>However, the Planet Ocean watches go much deeper than inspiration. <br \/><br \/>Already a highly functional and stylish tool on land and at sea, OMEGA is proud to now introduce the next generation of this popular collection. In these 38 new models, you will see that we have used all of our most innovative materials and production processes to completely revolutionise the design. Even more impressive is the Master Chronometer rating that now accompanies every model. Certified at the industry\u2019s highest level for precision and performance, today\u2019s Planet Ocean 600M Master Chronometer is navigating new waters in watchmaking excellence.<br \/><br \/><strong>OMEGA\u2019S OCEAN HERITAGE<\/strong><br \/><br \/>The Seamaster Planet Ocean 600M Master Chronometer is a watch that is backed by OMEGA\u2019s credible history at sea. In fact, our watches have been worn by some of the boldest adventurers and explorers of the modern age. In these 10 highlights throughout time, you can begin to understand the foundation on which the Planet Ocean has been built.<br \/><br \/>1932 - The OMEGA Marine<br \/>The OMEGA Marine became the first commercially-available divers' watch in the world. The design was characterised by its removable double case in stainless steel or gold and was considered at the time to be one of the best water-resistant wristwatches ever produced. The watch was tested by OMEGA in Lake Geneva at a depth of 73 m and then again by the Swiss Laboratory of Watchmaking Research at an artificial depth of 135 m. On both occasions, the Marine emerged triumphant and perfectly intact.<br \/><br \/>1936 \u2013 The Choice of William Beebe<br \/>Charles William Beebe was the American naturalist, zoologist and explorer who conceived and created the \u2018bathysphere\u2019, a spherical diving vessel that could transport humans to the depths of the ocean. He was also a great believer in his OMEGA Marine. In 1936, after successfully taking it to a depth of 14 m in the Pacific Ocean, Beebe remarked that the watch represented a \u2018true progress for watchmaking science\u2019.<br \/><br \/>1957 - The Birth of the OMEGA Seamaster 300<br \/>The OMEGA Seamaster 300, a watch designed especially for professional and amateur divers, was launched in 1957. Those who wore it underwater enthusiastically remarked on its robustness, precision and reliability. These traits would also become useful for the divers of the British Royal Navy who chose the Seamaster 300 as their preferred watch.<br \/><br \/>1968 \u2013 OMEGA and COMEX<br \/>OMEGA teamed up with COMEX in 1968, a French underwater research company that aimed to solve the problems that occurred when diving at great depths. From their experimentation centre, two COMEX divers, each wearing Seamaster 300s, established a world record of simulated diving at 365 m. The two organisations continued to work together for a number of years.<br \/><br \/>1970 \u2013 The Ploprof and Jacques Cousteau<br \/>Carved from one block of steel, equipped with immensely strong tempered glass and built with a twin-locking crown, the OMEGA Seamaster 600 was released in 1970 to withstand the extreme pressures of the ocean. Nicknamed the \u2018Ploprof\u2019, the watch was immediately used by the famous French oceanographer Jacques Cousteau during a series of experiments in the Red Sea to test man\u2019s physical and psychological capacities when working at great depths.<br \/><br \/>1981 \u2013 \u201cDolphin Man\u201d<br \/>The OMEGA Seamaster 120M was on the wrist of Jacques Mayol when he set a new world record free dive of 101 m in 1981. The ultra-flat deluxe divers\u2019 watch was the perfect tool for the man nicknamed \u201cDolphin Man\u201d, who later spoke about the vital importance of having precise timing instruments in such critically dangerous conditions.<br \/><br \/>1993 - The Seamaster Professional 300M <br \/>OMEGA made a strong return to divers\u2019 watches in 1993 with the release of the Seamaster Professional 300M \u2013 a series that contained the world\u2019s first mechanical chronograph-chronometer with pushers that remained operational to a depth of 300 m. With its timeless and sporty look, the Seamaster Diver 300M became a true diving classic which complements any wardrobe - or wet suit.<br \/><br \/>1995 \u2013 A Partnership with Sir Peter Blake<br \/>Round-the-world skipper and legend of Team New Zealand\u2019s America's Cup campaigns, Sir Peter Blake became an OMEGA ambassador in 1995. Along with his racing prowess, he was also deeply committed to the protection of the sea. Blake later established an environmental organisation called Blakexpeditions and acquired a rugged 36 m \/ 120 ft. expedition-style boat which he called Seamaster. <br \/><br \/>2005 \u2013 Creating the Planet Ocean<br \/>The first Planet Ocean 600M models were released in 2005, all equipped with OMEGA\u2019s revolutionary Co-Axial movements. The watches blurred the boundaries between fashion and functionality while also making use of OMEGA\u2019s vast experience in divers' watch technology. <br \/><br \/>2011 \u2013 OMEGA and GoodPlanet<br \/>OMEGA\u2019s connection to the sea has made the brand acutely aware of how fragile our planet is. To help protect our oceans for the future, OMEGA joined with the GoodPlanet Foundation in 2011 and immediately began taking action. The award-winning \u201cPlanet Ocean\u201d documentary was released in 2012 followed by two \u201cTime for the Planet\u201d projects in Indonesia the following year. <br \/><br \/><strong>ESSENTIAL FEATURES OF A DIVERS\u2019 WATCH<\/strong><br \/><br \/>Water Resistant <br \/>For a divers' watch to remain water resistant at depth, it must survive crushing pressures. At OMEGA, we test our divers' watches in water at a minimum depth of 30 bar (300 m\/1000 ft) depending on the model. However, the Planet Ocean is water resistant up to 60 bar (600 m\/2000 ft). \u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Helium Escape Valve<br \/>When working at great depths, professional divers stay in a diving bell and breathe a mixture of gases containing a high proportion of Helium (He). The escape valve prevents helium molecules, which expand during decompression, from popping the crystal face and caseback of the watch. On the Planet Ocean, the He escape valve, located at 10 o'clock, is operated manually.<\/p>\n<p>The Unidirectional Rotating Bezel<br \/>The Planet Ocean's unidirectional 60min diving bezel makes it easy for a diver to measure elapsed time, while preventing them from accidentally rotating it the wrong way and miscalculating their dive time.<\/p>\n<p>Luminescent Hands, Indexes and Dot <br \/>Underwater, it can go from daylight to dark in an instant, so the different hands on the watch must be clearly distinguishable and the display uncomplicated and easy-to-read. 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Seamaster Planet Ocean 600M Master Chronometer GMT Deep Black

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Model  :	Seamaster Planet Ocean 600M Master Chronometer GMT Deep Black
Reference  :	215.92.46.22.01.001
Complement :	Ceramic - Rubber Strap
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• Brand  :	Omega
  Collection  :	Seamaster
  Model  :	Seamaster Planet Ocean 600M Master Chronometer GMT Deep Black
  Reference  :	215.92.46.22.01.001
  Complement :	Ceramic - Rubber Strap
  On sale :	2016
  List Price :	10 400 €
  Diameter :	45.5 mm
  Thickness :	17.18 mm
  Styles :	Diving
  Types :	Self-winding
  Calibre :	Omega Co-Axial Master Chronometer Calibre 8906
  Calibre distinction :	Chronometer Côtes de Genève COSC certified Certified by METAS Magnetic resistant (15'000 Gauss )
  Complication :	Second Time Zone (GMT) Date
  Case material :	Black ceramic
  Case peculiarity :	Sapphire caseback Screwed-down caseback Screwed-down crown Unidirectional turning bezel Helium valve Ceramic bezel with Liquidmetal® minute scale
  Shape :	Round
  Water-resistance :	600 meters
  Dial :	Ceramic
  Dial color :	Black
  Display :	Superluminova luminescent hands White gold hands
  Indexes :	Baton-type Superluminova luminescent Arabic numerals White gold indexes
  Glass :	Sapphire Antireflective coating Domed
  Strap material :	Rubber
  Strap color :	Black
  Strap clasp :	Folding buckle
  + More characteristics :	Movement Omega Co-Axial Master Chronometer Calibre 8906 Watch officially certified by METAS Self-winding in both directions Jewels: 38 Frequency: 25’200 A/h (3.5 Hz) Power reserve: 60 hours Exclusive features with: Magnetic resistant 15'000 Gauss GMT/2nd time zone indication Time zone function Silicon “Si14” balance spring Omega free sprung-balance Co-Axial Escapement, 3 levels 2 barrels mounted in series NIVACHOC Special luxury finish: Rhodium-plated rotor and bridges Geneva waves in arabesque Blackened screws, barrels and balance wheel

DESCRIPTION

• THE SEAMASTER PLANET OCEAN “DEEP BLACK” COLLECTION

  In our universe, the Earth’s oceans are naturally linked to the moon in our sky. For OMEGA, the connection can also be found in our latest ceramic collection. From the Speedmaster Dark Side of the Moon that was first released in 2013, OMEGA has evolved its ceramic expertise to produce the Seamaster Planet Ocean “Deep Black”. This time, the craftsmanship has gone much further.

  These four remarkable 45.5 mm timepieces are the combination of a GMT model and a diving watch. The true technical challenge was to produce a diving watch made entirely from ceramic and ensure that it could withstand the pressures of the ocean at a depth of 600 m / 2000 ft. / 60 bar. However, the goal has been achieved, and the result is a state-of-the-art creation that stands alone in the industry.
  
  10 UNIQUE FEATURES OF THE “DEEP BLACK” COLLECTION

  • In a first for the Planet Ocean, the case body of each “Deep Black” model has been crafted from a single block of ceramic. The same material is also used for the unidirectional bezels as well as the dials that feature new Arabic numerals.
  
  • On the Black and 18K Sedna™ gold models, the ceramic cases and dials have been polished for a glossy effect. The blue and red versions are brushed for a matt effect that offers better visibility underwater.

  • A new GMT ring has been fixed on the dial while the diving scale sits on the ceramic bezel using Liquidmetal® or OMEGA Ceragold™.
  
  • For the Black model, Liquidmetal® is also used to create the He symbol on the Helium valve and OMEGA symbol on the crown. On the blue and red models, these two features are coloured using a rubber injection.
  
  • For the first time, rubber has been blended with ceramic to create a unique bezel. On the blue and red models, this colourful innovation can be seen covering the first 15 minutes. Another useful feature for divers.
  
  • In another remarkable first, OMEGA has created an oriented caseback so that the engraved wording sits perfectly in position. This has been achieved through OMEGA’s new and patented ceramic Naiad Lock. The alveol design of the caseback also offers an aesthetic wave pattern.
  
  • Why the colours? Imagine you are descending below the waves of the ocean. At 5 m, the first colour that is no longer visible is red. That means that this “military” divers’ watch will gain a camouflage advantage by gradually matching your wetsuit. Go deeper to 275 m and the last colour you’ll see, based on light penetration, is the exact shade of blue found on the blue Deep Black model. Finally, at a depth of 300 m, the ocean will turn black. The 18K Sedna™ gold model is a lifestyle piece built for people who enjoy time on deck.
  
  • The hands and indexes of the watches are created from 18K Sedna™ gold or 18K white gold. They are coated in white Super-LumiNova that emits green and blue colours.
  
  • The black rubber straps have been designed to give the appearance of being fabric. They feature contrasting stitching and have also been treated with an anti-bacterial coating. A wave pattern can be found on the underside. On the Sedna™ gold model, the strap is water-resistant leather, with the same anti-bacterial rubber underside. The foldover clasp is made from ceramised titanium, while the clasp cover has been produced in ceramic with two types of finishing.
  
  • The “Deep Black” is driven by the OMEGA Master Chronometer calibre 8906. Resistant to magnetic fields of 15,000 gauss, each watch has passed the 8 tests set by the Swiss Federal Institute of Metrology (METAS). This higher standard of precision and performance is in addition to traditional COSC certification. The watch comes with a four year warranty.

  THE NEW PLANET OCEAN 600M MASTER CHRONOMETER
  
  For the new generation of Planet Ocean models, OMEGA has used many of its most innovative modern materials. Firstly, ceramic has been used to create the dials and bezels of almost all models. Liquidmetal® has been used for enduring strength and beauty for the diving scales, while 18K Sedna™ gold, used for the first time in the Planet Ocean collection, delivers a long-lasting reddish tone. Finally, OMEGA Ceragold™ allows the blending of the ceramic bezels with 18K gold numbers and scaling.

  Attached to these new cases, the straps and bracelets have also been redesigned. The traditional metal bracelet has been integrated slightly differently to the case so that it sits and looks better on the wrist. There are also new rubber straps that have been designed to look like fabric. They have been given an anti-bacterial treatment and are perfect for taking underwater. Similarly, the water-resistant leather straps of the collection have an anti-bacterial rubber underside for comfort and functionality.

  Other subtle differences include new Arabic numerals, a new alveol screw-in caseback, a new transferred minutes track, and the Master Chronometer certification that accompanies every model. To achieve this high standard of precision, performance and magnetic resistance, the watches have all passed the 8 rigorous tests set by the Swiss Federal Institute of Metrology (METAS).

  THE SEAMASTER PLANET OCEAN 600M MASTER CHRONOMETER
  
  A NEW COLLECTION SURFACES
  
  Within the deep blue waters of Earth, OMEGA has always found both inspiration and opportunity. In 2005, after decades of experience above and below the waves, we looked to the true legends of ocean exploration to help us create the Planet Ocean collection. This original line of diving timepieces was made in the spirit of pioneers such as William Beebe, Jacques Cousteau and Jacques Mayol, who all sported an OMEGA divers’ watch on their wrist.
  
  However, the Planet Ocean watches go much deeper than inspiration.
  
  Already a highly functional and stylish tool on land and at sea, OMEGA is proud to now introduce the next generation of this popular collection. In these 38 new models, you will see that we have used all of our most innovative materials and production processes to completely revolutionise the design. Even more impressive is the Master Chronometer rating that now accompanies every model. Certified at the industry’s highest level for precision and performance, today’s Planet Ocean 600M Master Chronometer is navigating new waters in watchmaking excellence.
  
  OMEGA’S OCEAN HERITAGE
  
  The Seamaster Planet Ocean 600M Master Chronometer is a watch that is backed by OMEGA’s credible history at sea. In fact, our watches have been worn by some of the boldest adventurers and explorers of the modern age. In these 10 highlights throughout time, you can begin to understand the foundation on which the Planet Ocean has been built.
  
  1932 - The OMEGA Marine
  The OMEGA Marine became the first commercially-available divers' watch in the world. The design was characterised by its removable double case in stainless steel or gold and was considered at the time to be one of the best water-resistant wristwatches ever produced. The watch was tested by OMEGA in Lake Geneva at a depth of 73 m and then again by the Swiss Laboratory of Watchmaking Research at an artificial depth of 135 m. On both occasions, the Marine emerged triumphant and perfectly intact.
  
  1936 – The Choice of William Beebe
  Charles William Beebe was the American naturalist, zoologist and explorer who conceived and created the ‘bathysphere’, a spherical diving vessel that could transport humans to the depths of the ocean. He was also a great believer in his OMEGA Marine. In 1936, after successfully taking it to a depth of 14 m in the Pacific Ocean, Beebe remarked that the watch represented a ‘true progress for watchmaking science’.
  
  1957 - The Birth of the OMEGA Seamaster 300
  The OMEGA Seamaster 300, a watch designed especially for professional and amateur divers, was launched in 1957. Those who wore it underwater enthusiastically remarked on its robustness, precision and reliability. These traits would also become useful for the divers of the British Royal Navy who chose the Seamaster 300 as their preferred watch.
  
  1968 – OMEGA and COMEX
  OMEGA teamed up with COMEX in 1968, a French underwater research company that aimed to solve the problems that occurred when diving at great depths. From their experimentation centre, two COMEX divers, each wearing Seamaster 300s, established a world record of simulated diving at 365 m. The two organisations continued to work together for a number of years.
  
  1970 – The Ploprof and Jacques Cousteau
  Carved from one block of steel, equipped with immensely strong tempered glass and built with a twin-locking crown, the OMEGA Seamaster 600 was released in 1970 to withstand the extreme pressures of the ocean. Nicknamed the ‘Ploprof’, the watch was immediately used by the famous French oceanographer Jacques Cousteau during a series of experiments in the Red Sea to test man’s physical and psychological capacities when working at great depths.
  
  1981 – “Dolphin Man”
  The OMEGA Seamaster 120M was on the wrist of Jacques Mayol when he set a new world record free dive of 101 m in 1981. The ultra-flat deluxe divers’ watch was the perfect tool for the man nicknamed “Dolphin Man”, who later spoke about the vital importance of having precise timing instruments in such critically dangerous conditions.
  
  1993 - The Seamaster Professional 300M
  OMEGA made a strong return to divers’ watches in 1993 with the release of the Seamaster Professional 300M – a series that contained the world’s first mechanical chronograph-chronometer with pushers that remained operational to a depth of 300 m. With its timeless and sporty look, the Seamaster Diver 300M became a true diving classic which complements any wardrobe - or wet suit.
  
  1995 – A Partnership with Sir Peter Blake
  Round-the-world skipper and legend of Team New Zealand’s America's Cup campaigns, Sir Peter Blake became an OMEGA ambassador in 1995. Along with his racing prowess, he was also deeply committed to the protection of the sea. Blake later established an environmental organisation called Blakexpeditions and acquired a rugged 36 m / 120 ft. expedition-style boat which he called Seamaster.
  
  2005 – Creating the Planet Ocean
  The first Planet Ocean 600M models were released in 2005, all equipped with OMEGA’s revolutionary Co-Axial movements. The watches blurred the boundaries between fashion and functionality while also making use of OMEGA’s vast experience in divers' watch technology.
  
  2011 – OMEGA and GoodPlanet
  OMEGA’s connection to the sea has made the brand acutely aware of how fragile our planet is. To help protect our oceans for the future, OMEGA joined with the GoodPlanet Foundation in 2011 and immediately began taking action. The award-winning “Planet Ocean” documentary was released in 2012 followed by two “Time for the Planet” projects in Indonesia the following year.
  
  ESSENTIAL FEATURES OF A DIVERS’ WATCH
  
  Water Resistant
  For a divers' watch to remain water resistant at depth, it must survive crushing pressures. At OMEGA, we test our divers' watches in water at a minimum depth of 30 bar (300 m/1000 ft) depending on the model. However, the Planet Ocean is water resistant up to 60 bar (600 m/2000 ft).  

  Helium Escape Valve
  When working at great depths, professional divers stay in a diving bell and breathe a mixture of gases containing a high proportion of Helium (He). The escape valve prevents helium molecules, which expand during decompression, from popping the crystal face and caseback of the watch. On the Planet Ocean, the He escape valve, located at 10 o'clock, is operated manually.

  The Unidirectional Rotating Bezel
  The Planet Ocean's unidirectional 60min diving bezel makes it easy for a diver to measure elapsed time, while preventing them from accidentally rotating it the wrong way and miscalculating their dive time.

  Luminescent Hands, Indexes and Dot
  Underwater, it can go from daylight to dark in an instant, so the different hands on the watch must be clearly distinguishable and the display uncomplicated and easy-to-read. With its green luminescent dot on the bezel and matching minute hand, the Planet Ocean allows the diver to check the time at a glance. To make the reading even clearer, all other hands and indexes are in contrasting luminescent blue.

  Shock & Scratch Resistant
  Diving is filled with unforeseen hazards, especially when exploring caves, shipwrecks and reefs. OMEGA's 'NIVACHOC' system protects the watch's regulatory organ, so that it remains functional even if knocked against hard surfaces. Protecting the dial is the scratch-resistant sapphire crystal. On Planet Ocean diving watches, bezels are now made of robust ceramic.

  Extendable Metal Bracelet
  A divers' watch must fit tightly around the wrist, so it's crucial that the bracelet extends to make extra room for the thickness of the diving suit. On the Planet Ocean this flexibility is made possible by the patented rack-and-pusher with extra diver extension.

  Antimagnetic
  Magnetic forces in electronic devices used on land, on deck and even under the sea, can throw a divers' timepiece out of synch. What's more, diving equipment often includes magnetic devices. So it is a force that must be resisted.  The Planet Ocean is resistant to forces of 15.000 gauss, substantially greater than the industry minimum, which is 60 gauss.  

  Pushers that work perfectly underwater
  A pusher needs to work perfectly at depth, without letting water into the watch.  This technological challenge has been met head-on by OMEGA. All pushers on our divers' chronographs are completely functional underwater.