Editor's note: Omega's Seamaster collection is vast and varied, and the Swiss watchmaking powerhouse isn't shy when it comes to creating new and innovative variants of its iconic diving watch. A classic example of this explorative ethos is this – the Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean "Big Blue". The gorgeous and amply proportioned 45.5mm case is hewn from solid ceramic, and finished in a gorgeous shade of blue, and contrasted by bright bursts of orange. It's a compelling proposition for a great summer watch, especially when paired with its complimenting navy blue and orange rubber strap with deployant clasp. What's more, the Seamaster Planet Ocean "Big Blue" is actually an homage to the Omega Seamaster Automatic 120m Chronograph Ref.176.004, which was produced in the '70s. Anyway, we were lucky enough to go hands-on with the "Big Blue" a little while ago, and these were our initial impressions.* While one of the key trends of Basel 2017 is a move towards more wrist-friendly dive watches (see exhibits*A*and*B), there's no doubt that big and bold is still the name of the game. Omega's latest PO, the "Big Blue", delivers on both fronts, thanks to its whopping 45.5mm wide by 17.8mm high case made…

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