Omega watches are always the right way to go when you want to show off your style tastes without explaining too much. The Omega 212.30.41.20.01.003 Seamaster model is one of the most lively watches that speaks for itself. The aesthetic of this watch offers everything a lover of marine accessories could dream of: classic aristocratic elements, charisma, and a strong masculine temperament. I think this model can easily find its place in any watch lover’s collection. The problem is, not everyone can afford one.
On the bright side, a decent imitation might satisfy the desire to own an authentic Omega 212.30.41.20.01.003 Seamaster. The challenge is just to find a high-quality imitation. In this article, I want to share with you everything I know about Omega 212.30.41.20.01.003 Seamaster knockoffs, so you can decide for yourself how good it is or not. Let’s roll up our sleeves and get to work!
Omega 212.30.41.20.01.003 Seamaster replica watch description
I will start with an aspect that is pleasant for some, and unpleasant for others: the dimensions of the watch. The Omega 212.30.41.20.01.003 Seamaster knockoff has a diameter of 41 mm. Accordingly, this watch knows how to make itself visible as it doesn’t want to remain hidden under the sleeve. As I said at the beginning, someone will love this proportion (those who love present watches), and someone will hate it (especially those who prefer the watch not to draw too much attention to them).
In addition to its generous size, the imitation is also present through its black dial, which is always a splash of color on the wrist. The stainless steel bracelet only adds character to the watch’s look thanks to its 5-linked architecture.
So the first impression that this imitation generates is that it is an accessory full of personality in which the visible sporty elements merge cordially with the dress features.
Design details
Looking at this imitation, I understand why the community of watch lovers exalted this brand. Even if there are critics (it’s impossible without them), the brand enjoys a prestigious reputation all over the world. The 212.30.41.20.01.003 Seamaster model, in particular, was one of the most commented on by the public as one of the most versatile watches in the Omega portfolio.
And why not? The watch comes in stainless steel architecture, with a highly functional bezel, an amazing water resistance profile, and a captivating design. That seems to be the recipe for a successful watch.
On the other hand…
Let’s see how “successful” the 212.30.41.20.01.003 replica watch is. The entire construction of the knockoff comes in 316l stainless steel. Many would say it would be better if the knockoff was made of 904l stainless steel. But, personally, I don’t mind the 316l material, taking into account that Omega itself produced several models from 316l steel. If the brand trusts this material, why wouldn’t we?
Like the authentic model, the bezel of the imitation rotates in one direction and the rotation performs quite flawlessly, without suggesting any internal defects. The manufacturers respected the color scheme of the authentic watch and produced the knockoff dial in the same colors (black for the dial plate and silvery for the hour indicators and hands). Another obvious similarity is the date aperture of the replica watch, which seems to have an identical size and position (at 3 o’clock) to that of the authentic Omega.
In conclusion…
The first impression is that visually, the knockoff is very close to what we see in the original model. A customer with an untrained eye is unlikely to believe that the timepiece is actually a knockoff. However, having a fairly trained eye, I see more than an ordinary customer…
So, looking more closely…
I detected some irregularities in the execution of the replica watch’s details. The first of them refers to the logo and the inscription below 12 o’clock on the dial. Analyzing the authentic model, I see that there is a certain space between the 12 o’clock indicator and the logo. Also, I notice that the Seamaster inscription below the Omega inscription is red. At the same time, the inscription “professional” is silvery.
Contrasting with the authentic model, the color scheme of the inscriptions in the replica watch is a bit confusing. The manufacturers used red for the inscription “professional” and silvery for the inscription “Seamaster”. So, they changed their colors with the places. In the same context, the brand’s logo is right under the 12 o’clock indicator, the space between them being much too small.
As for the other inscriptions below the center of the dial, I have no complaints. “Co-axial/Chronometer/300m/1000 ft” looks perfect and has a correct position.
Hour markers and hands of the Omega replica watch
First of all, the hour markers of this watch present a playful combination of geometric forms. The 12, 6, and 9 o’clock indicators come in the form of rectangles. The other hour markers look like round white dots featuring a silver ring outlining their circumference. For the 3 o’clock indicator, the brand opted for a rectangle interrupted by the date aperture. Comparing the genuine model with this imitation, you will notice that the tiny quadrilateral from the genuine is more rectangular, but the one from the knockoff is almost square. This is the 2nd aesthetic difference between the 2 models.
Though…
The good news is that the dial hands have perfect execution, I would say. I don’t notice any difference in length. The hour and minute hands are slightly faceted to add visual volume, just like in the original watch. The specific shape, the tie-like for the minute, and the rectangular one with a pointed tip for the hour have been reproduced at the highest level. The second hand has the same suppleness and sporty silhouette as the one we see in the authentic watch. The red color of the tip was chosen correctly. Last but not least, all the indicators on the dial, including the tips of the hands, benefit from lume filling.
I admit that the lume layer is quite generous. Only with a little darkness, does it start to become bright and its brightness lasts quite a long time.
Bezel, case, and bracelet
All these 3 components are of 316l stainless steel, as you already know. I have no objections to the finish, I like the texture of the watch that plays between polished and brushed areas.
The bezel of the watch has a fairly unusual relief, with ups and downs on the outer edge. This type of architecture envelops the replica watch in a luxurious and extremely eye-catching air. The transition between climbs and descents is very fine. I admit that the manufacturers executed this architecture in a very subtle way, beautifying the bezel with a polished finish that steals your gaze.
Both crowns, the one on the left and the one on the right of the case have a correct position. Moreover, their fluted pattern looks very good, and more importantly, identical to what I see in the original model.
In the same context…
The bracelet proposes a rather intricate architecture, of 5 links that present different sizes and different textures. The link in the center is the widest. Those in the vicinity of the central link are narrower and benefit from a very specific polishing where the edge is brushed and the inside is polished. And the external links have the same width as the previous ones, only they have a polished finish.
Therefore, the last difference between the knockoff and the authentic Omega is the finish of the bracelet. The manufacturers of the replica have reproduced the intricate architecture, the reliable clasp system, as well as the engravings to a fairly high level. But what they failed to reproduce is the play of textures on the bracelet. The authentic bracelet, therefore, has a more refined look in which the various textures are more intense.