Omega have gotten into the habit recently of not just announcing a new watch, but tying it to one of their ambassadors. Just take a look at the new bi-colour Moonwatches launched on the wrist of actor Barry Keoghan. This time though they’re leaning on their sporting links with World Record breaking pole-vaulter Armand “Mondo” Duplantis and their newest Seamaster Aqua Terra.
The inciting event for the Armand “Mondo” Duplantis Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra was “Mondo” record-breaking pole-vaulting height of 6.24m, which is pretty insane. But it’s nothing new for the athlete, who has done the same eight times now – which fits really, as the new watch isn’t exactly revolutionary. Instead it’s a nice, subtle twist on the already established Aqua Terra style. In short, it’s the same watch as the previous version (the 220.12.41.21.03.007 if you want to be really specific), but with a yellow second hand inspired by a vaulting pole in shape and with Super-LumiNova on the ‘grip’.
It’s joined on the dial by yellow Seamaster lettering and quarter hour numbers stitching of the textured rubber strap. The shift in colourway is reference to Duplantis’ Swedish livery, though with much more of the blue than the signature yellow.
Otherwise, the Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra Armand “Mondo” Duplantis edition is completely business as usual. That means a 41mm stainless steel case, 150m water resistance and the Co-Axial Master Chronometer calibre 8900 with 60-hour power reserve.
If you’re not already considering an Aqua Terra, this minute change in palette isn’t going to push you over the edge. But that doesn’t stop the flashes of yellow working very, very well. I’ve always felt that the collection in general could be more colourful (even the Shades pieces only use one main dial colour) and the mix of blue and yellow is a no-brainer. Let’s hope this is a sign of things to come. Because it’s definitely not a tentpole release.
Price and Specs:
More details at Omega.
