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zimmerit5 shares a captivating series of photographs showcasing an Omega Seamaster 300 "Big T" military watch, inviting the community to appreciate its unique character and history. This post delves into the specific details that distinguish this vintage military diver, sparking a detailed discussion among collectors about its rarity and historical context.
The Seamaster 300 reference is a re-edition that draws inspiration from Omega's historical dive watches. It is characterized by its robust construction and design elements that pay homage to early professional timepieces, while incorporating modern watchmaking advancements. This reference is positioned as a contemporary interpretation for enthusiasts who appreciate vintage aesthetics combined with current performance standards.
This particular Seamaster 300 features a stainless steel case, typically measuring 41 mm in diameter. It is equipped with an automatic movement, often a Master Co-Axial caliber, providing a substantial power reserve. The watch is fitted with a domed sapphire crystal, contributing to its vintage appearance while offering enhanced scratch resistance. Its construction ensures a high degree of water resistance suitable for aquatic activities.
For collectors, this reference appeals to those seeking a blend of historical design and modern technical specifications. It represents Omega's commitment to its heritage while offering a reliable and well-engineered timepiece. The Seamaster 300 is a significant part of the brand's contemporary collection, offering a distinct alternative to other models within the Seamaster family.
My watchmaker, with his large bag of tricks, usually clean those dials and fix the potential flaking lume on the hands (avoiding parts of it to go inside the movement), without changing the lume. Maintaining, of course, 100% of the originality. Congratulations, Nilo
well known watch !! quite peculiar is the Najad crown ( snap back type ) , thus the absence of the " A " before the delivery number. maybe just very few dozens ( a couple ?? ) of W10 were delivered in 1967 without the screw-down crown.
in my records ... but will share them only if allowed by the owner !
W10 ( Brithish Army ) deliveries : little more than 300 ( all in 1967 ) 0552 ( Royal Navy ) deliveries : around 750 ( roughly 200 from 1967 to 1969 , around 550 in 1970 ).
In the past years... But I didn't know these numbers! Thank you. One more thing: Is it correct to say that these Military Seamaster are much rarer than their cousin, the Rolex Milsub? Best, and Grazie! Nicolas
When you say deliveries from 1967 to 1970, you mean the production year, or the delivery to the British Army / Royal Navy. A " 1970 " may be been produced in 1967, for example, but the case back will be engraved with a " / 70 ". Best, Nicolas
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