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Both of these watches use the same ETA 2892-A2
: base movement. They are then heavily
: modified and the co-axial escapement is used
: in place of the traditional Swiss lever
: escapement. The GMT model gets the added GMT
: function, while the Power Reserve model gets
: that function. Since the base movement is
: the same, and since both are co-axial, their
: accuracy potential is equal. That is,
: neither movement is better than the other.

: I did own a DeVille Power Reserve model on a
: bracelet. It kept superb time (it gained one
: second every few days). However, it did have
: a problem that required warranty repair, as
: the watch would not start when allowed to
: wind down. It was serviced by Omega and came
: back good as new. I personally liked the
: power reserve subdial, since I liked knowing
: whether my watch needed winding or whether
: it was at "full power". I ended up
: selling it because it was just too dressy
: for me and didn't see enough wrist time.

: In your case, if you travel between time zones
: a lot or if you have close family and
: friends in another time zone, then maybe the
: GMT is a better fit for you. It all depends
: on YOUR particular needs.

: Both of these watches have superb finishing and
: attention to detail on the dials, and the
: co-axial escapement is an added benefit.
: Good luck with your decision.

John, thank you as always for your expert advice. I have read somewhere that starting the Power Reserve once stopped was a problem that other owners faced too. Is this true for both these models and do you think Omega has made corrections to the problems? Any suggestions to a classy and classic dress watch with simple and clean lines
Jamie