Omega DeVille Co-Axial Chronograph Luxury Watch Review

http://www.thewatchbox.com One glance at the spec sheet says it all: the Omega DeVille Co-Axial Chronograph is a loaded machine. In-house caliber 9300 movement. Co-Axial escapement. Silicon balance and hairspring. 60-hour power reserve. Completely amagnetic. The DeVille Co-Axial Chronograph launched in 2012 as the first of a new wave of Omega DeVille models to incorporate the new cal. 9300 chronograph. Based on the company's landmark 2007 cal. 8500 (the first purpose-designed Co-Axial movement since the system's 1999 debut), the caliber 9300 adds a chronograph to the 8500's manifold virtues. The DeVille is a stunner. Its 42mm stainless steel case combines alternate brushed and polished portions with an articulated lug construction that adds definition to the comparatively large watch body. 42mm is a bold size for a non-sports model, but the DeVille Co-Axial Chronograph wears its mass proportions with grace and ergonomic comfort. The DeVille's dial is a study in managed space. Omega employs a layered approach to keep the vast matte black dial engaging and refined. Different levels of dial and sundial, raised (applied) and polished Roman numerals, and a shallow channel divides the calibrations of the minute track from the hour race. The effect of each element is subtle, but the total effect is compelling; this thing is handsome. Below that artful dial is the main event. Omega's caliber 9300 chronograph brings the tech hard and heavy. Completely resistant to magnetism. Br