History 1947 omega first introduced the seamaster 300 in 1948. Today, we see the ultimate culmination of character and watchmaking expertise, presented in the seamaster 300 spectre limited edition. As a minus there is not much description of the various. Omega keeps an expansive archive and knows how to utilize it. But what makes these watches truly valuable is the scarcity of models still in good original condition. Along with the blancpain fifty fathoms and rolex submariner, the seamaster 300 led the development of.
Along with its cousin, the speedmaster, it is among the most iconic watches ever. Omega seamaster vintage wristwatches for sale ebay. Fleming himself wore a rolex, and the prototypical and original cinematic james bond sean connery wore a submariner in dr. Handson the omega seamaster 300 spectre limited edition. Get the best deals on omega seamaster wristwatches when you shop the largest online selection at. Although it was an original movement with a 2 year guarantee, it was basically a new watch that omega will recognise as genuine because of the movement. The seamaster was first intended as a robust yet elegant watch for active individuals who wanted a watch for town and country. Ck29 was large for its time, but this allowed for better visibility. Got this last month,purchased my first vintage speedy with it. User manuals omega us your omega watch will reliably accompany you throughout life if you make sure that it receives the best care.
Omegas speedmaster moonwatch professional offers quite a bit for the price. Most of this is a result of thrawling the internet and this can be looked upon as a collection of these findings. As this was how the watch was produced when it left the omega factory in the 60s. According to marco richons book omega a journey through. It is still the only watch to hold the title of certified marine chronometer and was the first watch produced with a tsa time second adjustment to enable the hour to be changed independently of minutes and seconds along with a separate pusher for setting. The looks and dimensions of the original ck29 are almost perfectly respected, and to our greatest pleasure. Classic and timeless design unmatched in the watch universe. Auction report a military seamaster 300 that served its country. The complete history of the omega seamaster truefacet. Get the best deals on omega watch parts when you shop the largest online selection at. The history of omega seamaster the watch that rules the. The omega seamaster is a line of manual winding, automatic winding, chronometer, and. For more on the history of the speedmaster moonwatch, click here.
The complete history of the omega seamaster hiconsumption. The omega seamaster started out as a dress watch for activewear. On chrono24 youll find 5,267 preowned omega seamaster watches and you can buy a preowned watch or sell a preowned omega. The megaquartz 2400 is the most accurate nonthermocompensating watch ever made. Probably the most wellknown dive watch omega has to offer, the seamaster 300 initially released as a trio of master watches including the speedmaster, railmaster and the seamaster 300 soon became a favorite among professional divers and explores.
A comprehensive guide to the omega seamaster 300 watch. Wonderfull fotos of most legendary omega watches like the seamaster 300, speedmasters, and the 40s and 50s chronometre models. The seamaster professional is a label attached to several seamaster models including the diver 300, the ploprof, and the planet ocean. These watches served their respective countries and are witnesses to important chapters of history. Due to its history, the company offers the right choice for innovation enthusiasts as well as collectors of vintage. The two other watches speedmaster and the railmaster. Every part of an omega watch is made in switzerland, which goes far beyond the industrys required standard.
Omega vintage c1950 omega stainless steel hand wind chronograp. Omega vintage seamaster 300m steel auto bracelet mens watch. Omega unveiled several editions of the seamaster 300 before finally. I may have gone a bit too far claiming unlimited, but the truth is you can still get nos cases dials and hands for the seamaster 300 at ofrei. The model was an immediate hit and became the brands best seller. Buying a vintage omega seamaster 300 a quick guide. About omega seamaster watches with a history that dates back to 1948, the seamaster is omega s oldest collection still in production today. The speedmaster, railmaster and the seamaster 300 were the pinnacles of professional watchmaking at omega and all have become classics in their own right. The 2018 omega seamaster diver 300 in its natural habitat when you start to dive a little deeper into the history of this iconic omega, it becomes clear why such a hardy piece of kit so commonly transcends from its practical roots. Introducing the omega seamaster 300 60th anniversary limited edition. If your watch is powered by a manualwinding movement, then it is solely. On chrono24 youll find 200 preowned omega seamaster 300 watches and you can buy a preowned watch or sell a preowned omega. A celebration of the omega seamaster watchs seventieth anniversary with exclusive photographs that truly bring the legendary timepiece to life.
Above, the matte and tarnished rotor is a sign of water getting into the movement and oxidizing the polished finish. There is a very tight link between the speedmaster and the seamaster 3oo. Discover the history of omega watches, explore four soughtafter models. Launched in 1948 to coincide with the brands 100th anniversary, the omega seamaster line is the oldest in the current collection. The seamaster story from 1957 to 2014 a pictorial identification guide.
The omega seamaster has been james bonds choice of watch for 20 years. This simple wording guarantees a standard of quality that has been established over many centuries and is today a worldrenowned symbol of excellence. Omega were a few years late, but the seamaster 300 still deserves its place in the history of dive watches. Omega seamaster watches popular used omega seamaster watches.
The first 70 years omega, lacombe, philippe, ban, shigeru on. Vintage watch guide history, faq and manuals for vintage watches. All omega seamaster professional timepieces are built to dive and thus have a minimum water resistance of feet 300 meters, unidirectional rotating bezels, and strong luminescence for optimal legibility in even the murkiest of waters. The main reason for the switch to the omega diver 300m for the bond franchise is. Omega first created the seamaster to commemorate the brands 100th anniversary. As the stories have evolved, so too have the watches. This website is aimed at avid colectors and will help in establishing the true heritage of the watch.
As a result, the seamaster is also one of the brands most varied collections, and is home to an eclectic assortment of models from divers like the planet ocean to dressy sports watches like the aqua terra to vintage inspired timepieces like the. Its tough to shake the grip that rolex has in the minds of watch enthusiasts and film buffs alike as the james bond watch first of all, its the watch that ian fleming wrote into the books. The seamaster professional diver 300m was worn by james bond in six movies, the planet ocean and aqua terra in three, in addition to sporting a limited edition omega seamaster 300 not to be confused with the professional diver 300m master coaxial in spectre. In 1932 the world was introduced to the omega marine as seen on the right, which was omega s first real divers watch and the expertise and designs from that watch were. Blancpain were the first brand to release a true dive watch, the fifty fathoms, in 1953 with rolex not far behind with the submariner in 1954. When the swiss watchmaker omega debuted its seamaster diving watch in 1948.
Many vintage watches were not equipped with gaskets to prevent exposure to moisture. New omega seamaster diver 300 m automatic 42mm mens watch 210. However, it soon evolved into a serious divers watch with the release of the seamaster 300, reference ck 29, in 1957. This included jacques cousteau who trusted the omega watch during his precontinent ii experiments in the red sea in 1963. For collectors of vintage omega watches, however, it is arguably that golden. Although some have mentioned that it was introduced in 1962, the first seamaster 300 was actually introduced as a nondate version in 1948. Omega is proud to include the swiss made mark on all of its watches. When actor daniel craig was cast as the next james bond for 2006s casino royale, he wore an omega seamaster 300. Buying a vintage omega seamaster 300 in this article i will share my experiences searching for and buying a vintage omega seamaster 300 sm300.
Omegas four new eyecatching seamaster 300 models in 18k yellow gold or platinumgold, feature dazzling new dials in lapis lazuli, an intensely deep blue stone. Below is another 1960s seamaster 300 with calibre 552. Petros protopapas director of the omega museum was adamant on converting my screw down w10 back to the naiad system. Book from seamaster to seamaster by omega black cover. The current 2014 omega seamaster 300 model revives the historical dive watch seamaster 300, by taking inspiration from its design. The seamaster 3oo was one of three specialty watches omega came out with in the late 50s. New listing vintage omega seamaster automatic calendar 34mm cal 502 1950s running. The very first seamaster 300 has returned on its 60th anniversary. Omega seamaster 300 collectors guide omega passion. Then they showed me a totally refurbished seamaster 300, with a 165. I use books like these as inspiration for watch designing at pellikaan timing. Get the best deals on omega seamaster 300 wristwatches when you. Worn by james bond in various iterations from goldeneye 1995 to spectre.
Omega s four new eyecatching seamaster 300 models in 18k yellow gold or platinumgold, feature dazzling new dials in lapis lazuli, an intensely deep blue stone. Find the video manuals and operating instructions that will help you find the correct settings and make the best out of your omega timepiece. Here are a couple of omega calibre 552 movements to show the difference in their condition. The omega seamaster 300 including military watches. Omega watch discussions vintage omega watches help, discussion and advice vintage seamaster 300 page 1 of 2 1. In the 1960s, with the success of the of the seamaster 300, 3rd generation divers, the 165. She recognized the history of omega seamasters in the british military notably the special.
As sports watches grew in popularity in the 1950s and 60s, it quickly became one of their most indemand models among amateur and professional divers. But i did see a lot of puttogethers with this book on the market. Preowned and used omega seamaster watches crown and. Yet in 1957, something big happened when omega released their master trilogy. There will be a website on the earlier seamaster 300 the ck29 1957 62 but given the complexities, splitting the history in this way serves the collector better. The omega seamaster 300 ck29 with forward count bezel. The omega seamaster may be most quickly recognized as the james bond watch, but the watchs history dates back to 1948 when it debuted in celebration of omega s 100th anniversary.
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