Fifteen Years of Seamaster 300
The Seamaster 300 is not only a legend among the Omega models, it is also an icon for all the diver’s watches collectors. It was born in 1957, with all the characteristics of a toolwatch: a large stainless steel case with a screw on back, a very thick cry...
A very serious alternative to the Rolex Sub Trio.
These Omega Subs are really very interesting. This line of watces has given birth to strong icons. From the magnificient and very sensual CK 2913 to the Ploprof Beast. Maybe it is time for me to hunt a Ploprof... Thanks for this very interesting post, Jef...
If I remember well, you have a 2913 already...
....and maybe even a 165024 ? A Ploprof should not be too hard to find.
Well, I had a 14755, stolen. Then, I bought the CK 2913.
Which I still own, and I had to re buy the 165 024 which was stolen, too... My history with Omega is a complicated one... But you are right: I have a CK 2913, a special 165024, and now,a Ploprof would not be a silly addition... That crossed my mind... Mor...
The 165.024 ...
Big triangle is one of my dreams. Thanks Dr. for showing those gorgeous SM from the past. Cheers, Nilo
Thanks Nilo....
...unfortunately I had to give this one back to his owner. He missed his watch too much, I did not want to break his heart ;-) But I have just found another one, even nicer though not a big triangle. So I will have to make another post about it !
Superb timeline Jeff,....
..The domed crystal on your 165.024 looks amazing in those shots!! Very interesting post. With regard to the sword hands on the 165.024, I see in some advertising, that there was also a model with straight hands. Do you know if there is any significance? ...
The candelstick hands...
...were used until circa 1965 and then replaced by the sword hands.
Or a bit later, 1966, I think.
I had hard time checking that point, when I did my homework on this SM 300. Best, Nicolas.
Thanks guys, that explains a lot....
I was starting to get confused, thinking I'd missed an in between reference. And yes Jeff, completely agree for the POG! Although I might also be able to join you two in the SM300 owners group soon as well!! Cheers Tony
Sshhh! Its a secret....but you know exactly what I was looking at...
...and less than 80 from your serial no. ! I'll make a trip to Paris when it comes. Cheers Tony
Wonderful post! I love seeing the originals! Here's a modern...
... "variation," the 166.0324, for those who haven't seen it. This watch has a cal 565 movement (i.e., vintage guts) but NOS case, dial, hands, etc. Some folks dislike its existence, while others (such as I) am grateful for it. Omega's vintage website sai...
Dear Jeff: thank you so much for a wonderful report...
... on a wonderful and historical line of diving watches. Your examples are superb, and I am specially fond of your FAP specimen. What a timepiece!! I love these watches, and find them so charming and enjoyable to wear them on the wrist! They look so cool...
Thank you Nicolas!! I love it but I am still thinking about it: ...
... to relume or not tu relume, that is the question! I didn´t wish to take any risk and gave priority to originality! Un abrazo mi amigo! Afectuosamente, Abel.
If you have a good watchmaker which can perfectly relume it, then do it.
Now, if it is too problematic for you, I can take care of the Watch. ;) Un abrazo, Dexter. Bloody Vlad.
Fantastic trio, Jeff! :)
Thank you for sharing your SM 300 Journey! Here are a few more Seamaster 300 documents to share... 1959 1963 1965 Best Blomman ...
Très cool, Jeff. The SM300 . . .
. . . of the mid-'60s is one of the best - if not the best - redesigns of all time. Personally, I'd take it over a CK2913. Sacrilege! It's a cruel paradox: I love dive watches, but curiously, have little desire to own one (same is true of chronographs). T...
Maybe you will come to it...
...concerning the SM300, I agree that the 165024 has a very powerful design
great post Jeff. i've had all three but never at the same time.
the sm300 was and still is a superb watch whichever model you go for as they have their own desirable differences. i did find the ploprof to beca bit heavy for leisure wear. great history lesson for those that arent aware of the evolution. love the ads as...