Omega Seamaster 600m PloProf Vintage Catch

Subexplorer · 2017-04-04T14:30:35Z

Explore Subexplorer's vintage Omega Seamaster 600m PloProf acquisition. See photos of this historical dive watch in pristine condition and read collector insights.

Subexplorer's recent acquisition of a vintage Omega Seamaster 600m PloProf offers a compelling look into the evolution of dive watches. His personal journey from admiring the Submariner's grace to appreciating the PloProf's historical significance highlights a collector's expanding perspective. This post captures the excitement of discovering a well-preserved example of a historically important timepiece.

... of a recent catch!

I remember viewing this watch in the windows of watch stores in the early 1970's and thinking it was a big monster who could not compete with the grace of the Submariner design.

You know the Submariner was (is) my true deep love... but now... I became a collector!

And when I was offered this watch and I viewed the almost never worn condition of its big case I felt I couldn't let pass the opportunity of getting it for my collection of diving watches.

The watch was bought by the original owner in Grand Cayman and it seems he gave little or no use to it considering its present condition.

It is a historical piece among diving watches and I feel happy to having taken the plunge !!

I hope you'll like it!!

All the best! Abel

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The Omega PloProf is considered a historical piece among diving watches, representing a significant link in the development chain of professional dive instruments.
The PloProf was known as the 'Big Dog of Divers watch of the 1970's' due to its robust and purpose-built design.
The condition of Subexplorer's PloProf is noted as 'almost never worn,' making it a rare 'one in a lifetime' finding for collectors.
The vintage PloProf remains a highly sought-after piece for collectors, with some actively hunting for a good example.
The post also features a Rolex Sea-Dweller, prompting requests for more photos and discussion on this additional 'new catch'.

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Alkiro1

Apr 4, 2017

With this timepiece and your shots, we probably have the next WristScan winning watch ;-) Best wishes Alkiro

Bill

Apr 4, 2017

Congratulations and wear it in great health. Fun read below. www.watchprosite.com Bill

AlexSunrise

Apr 4, 2017

I´m a huge fan of the vintage PloProf´s, and yours is simply perfect! Congrats, my friend! And that Sea Dweller....WOW!!!! Please share more of both of these beauties with us. Un abrazo, Alejandro

blomman Mr Blue

Apr 4, 2017

Fantastic catch! Enjoy, my friend. The Omega Polprof Is on my hunt list for sure! Best Blomman

Subexplorer

Apr 5, 2017

... and the link for the interesting material regarding this most historical watch which I read with much delight! The Big Dog of Divers watch of the 1970' s! I like that! Completely true!! This is a watch I never considered owning before, but I understood this is a most important link in he chain of developments of diving watches, and when I was offered this example in such an excelent condition I couldn´t say no! I love diving watches (and everything connected with diving history) and I felt I

Subexplorer

Apr 5, 2017

... and looks it had very little use. Thanks again! Cheers! Abel.,

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