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The Seamaster 300 ”no date” reference 165.024 was launched in 1964 (some caseback are even dated 1963) and replaced its predecessor reference 165.014, the last of the straight lugs Seamaster. Concerning the meaning of the reference, 024 is the code for th...  

Dr., I'm not a vintage guy but I have this watch on my short list. It will make a nice pair with my forthcoming Seamaster 300 Master. Hard to find in good shape (those SM were realy used!). Congratulations! About the bracelet, they are not hard to find. C... 

Hi I am a big fan of the SM300, and yours is a very nice example. May I add that, as it is clearly visible in your last picture, toward the end of production Omega also used for the SM300 the 1116 bracelet with 575 endlinks. Best wishes Franco ...  

you have some stunning examples. All the best, my friend. Nicolas

Yes my friend, I have quite a few of them in all shapes and references - let me put together the pics and the description and will post them in a separate later today. I do not want to dilute the response to the original poster's beautiful example. Ciao F... 

Yes Nicolas, let's do it. Perhaps we could have then single replies for each model. Something like: 1- Omega Seamaster 300 from 1956 to 1972 a- ref CK 2913 b- ref 14755 c- ref 165.014 d- ref 165.024 e- ref. 165.024 military f- ref 166.024 2- Omega Seamast... 

You made it, while I dream to build such a collection... Which makes a strong difference! ;) Best, Amico. Nicolas

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...from the same period I guess

and the watch is really nice

what a wonderful reference is it? i miss my chance to get the best civilian I ever seen in my life...with a real provenance (the former owner was Marci LOL) enjoy! chris

... of your Seamaster!! I read it with great interest and took note of the details you mention. I´m very fond of these old big Seamasters 300: tough and reliable watches sharing same golden period of diving watches with Rolex Submariners. I own two of the...  

I got a SM300 earlier this year and was very surprised how satisfying the watch is! A wonderful design!

It came with its original 1039-bracelet with 516 endlinks but I wear it either on a leather or Nato strap or on a 1171 bracelet. I really enjoy it! ...  

Congrats on a very nice SM300! :) Here is a document from 1964/1965 - notice the double reference, 165014 / 165024, even though the 165024 has different case and bezel. At least Omega mention the bigger case of the 165024 and the built in crown. Best Blom...  

...I think I will soon come to the point where I own more Omegas than Rolex...!

Jeff., You should experience the new Omega lines. Cheers, Nilo

...it's a fantastic watch. The re-issue of the Speedy mk2 is growing on me...

Dark ... And glorious. Cheers, Nilo ...  

. . . passing thru the night. More Omegas than Rolex? I never would've imagined, Jeff.

... the JLC Deep Sea - which is a great looking piece. Omega is one of those brands that I have slowly fallen in love with. From a totally vintage pocket watch, to the totally state of the art 15,000 Gauss, I'm hooked. Not sure what my next one will be, b... 

Very interesting! I always thought that the spade hour hand came later, and that the first models, till 1966 came with the same baton hand that the minutes ( shorter, of course ). Do you have any informations about that? Here is my ex, sadly gone.... But...  

on a truly iconic timepiece. The SM300 is a classic in every sense of the word, and yours is magnificent. I don't have one in my stable right now, which seems a problem! Darren

and many thanks for your excellent review.

And as usual, with the interesting old brochure adverts and comparison information!! A great review, superb photos. It truly is a stunning watch. Cheers Tony

....hopefully someday I will be able to add another example to my collection ...LOL !

Really cool stuff. What a classic watch. And I believe you are the owner of a PloProf as well - two of the absolute all time iconic divers in one collection. Enjoy them both! -Mike

this beautiful and comprehensive review. one of its charms is the drawing of open 6 & 9 on the dial mine with uncommun bezel (as you guess i am the one who did 2nd pics (has been done by the previous owner...)) ...  

calibre 552 was never used in vintage Railmasters. they used hand winding only. love your pictures ! kind regards from down under. achim