Is that wavy pattern on the dial distracting?
No. The pattern is much more subtle than most photos or jewelry store lighting would have you believe. The wave pattern on the dial is a distinctive feature of the Seamaster line, so most of the official OMEGA photos you see of these watches go to a lot of effort to highlight the effect. While it points out this distinguishing feature, it also creates a false impression that the pattern is really bold and visually distracting. Similarly, the intense halogen spot lights used in many jewelry stores are designed to make diamonds and shiny metals sparkle dramatically. So they also over emphasize the wave effect. But outside of the intense light in these two situations, the pattern is pretty subtile — almost more of a soft texture. If you have concerns that the patterns might annoy you, please go see the watch at a dealer, away from the obligatory intense halogen spotlights, before making a decision.
