Omega 'Q' Reference Guide
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Omega 'Q' Reference Guide

By Cpt Scarlet · Jan 8, 2023 · 29 replies
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Cpt Scarlet introduces the Omega Seamaster Diver 300M 60 Years of James Bond, a timepiece celebrating six decades of 007 on screen. His initial impressions highlight Omega's successful tribute, particularly praising its wearability and design. This article delves into the community's reception of this special edition, exploring its unique features and how it resonates with collectors.

Omega decided to make a fitting tribute to 60 years of 007 on screen, the Seamaster Diver 300M in stainless steel is replete with Bond movie tributes, including a playful and dynamic nod to the iconic opening sequence on the caseback. 
My opinion after enjoying this one over the last couple of weeks is, if your try one you will love it !
Well played Omega.

Best regards 
Captain 






About the Omega Ref. Diver300M

The Seamaster Diver 300M is a core offering within Omega's contemporary sports watch collection, recognized for its robust construction and technical specifications. This particular reference maintains the established design language of the Diver 300M series, characterized by its distinctive wave-patterned dial and helium escape valve, positioning it as a capable and recognizable diver's watch within the brand's extensive catalog. It represents a modern iteration that continues the line's design evolution.

This model features a stainless steel case, typically measuring 42 mm in diameter, which houses a self-winding mechanical movement. The movement, often a Co-Axial Master Chronometer caliber, provides a substantial power reserve and is visible through a sapphire crystal case back. A domed sapphire crystal with anti-reflective treatment on both sides protects the dial, ensuring legibility in various conditions. The watch is engineered for significant water resistance, suitable for professional diving.

For collectors, the Seamaster Diver 300M appeals to those seeking a technically advanced and durable timepiece from a major Swiss manufacturer. Its availability in various dial colors, including black and steel, offers choices for different preferences. The consistent updates to its movement technology and material science ensure its relevance in the competitive landscape of luxury dive watches, making it a staple for both new and established collectors.

Specifications

Caliber
Omega 8800
Case
Stainless steel
Diameter
42 mm
Dial
Black, Steel
Water Resist.
300 meters (1000 feet)
Crystal
Domed sapphire with anti-reflective treatment

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Cpt Scarlet
Jan 8, 2023

It’s also domed, creating a really cool look.

LI
LiftAngle51
Jan 8, 2023

Thank you for sharing a watch that is important for me. I am not into Bond as our Dr No is, albeit i am very into Omega Seamaster 300 professional. So i would get Bond as free bonus as a watch decoration gimmick as i would decide to ad the Omega to my watch collection. I study some details and i am happy. For example the little screws at the back are cute. The dial is a wink to a previous Seamaster and blue is fine as i want to collect a few Seamasters with a different dial color. The green is o

KC
KCLQMULKU
Jan 8, 2023

Probably the last 007 Omega before Daniel's successor!

MA
Mach
Jan 8, 2023

I saw on another forum that the standard bracelet will also work on this piece!πŸ‘πŸ‘

CL
Clueless_Collector
Jan 8, 2023

I know this might be very similar to my NTTD and green version but I’m still going to break my rules and get one.

LA
Larrykelley11
Jan 8, 2023

The 60th anniversary has everything you would want in a sport watch, the history and connection to JB is awesome. While some don’t love the mesh band, I think it’s fabulous. Is it comfortable? Great choice, enjoy!

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