Omega Ploprof "Prototype" Seamaster 600 - SOLD FOR CHF93,750

 

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OMEGA

Seamaster 600 "Ploprof" - Prototype, ST166.077, Stainless steel, Circa 1970Width 54mm. Length 45mm.
Calibre: Automatic, cal. 1002, 17 jewels 
Case, dial, movement and bracelet signed 
Estimate CHF30,000 - 60,000 SOLD FOR CHF93,750


Wow the special aspect is the prototype text engraved on the back.  I don't think there is much more.  I would love to engrave that on one of mine.  Oh well history is history.

Developed in conjunction with COMEX and the legendary Jacques Cousteau, the Ploprof was the first waterproof watch designed and built solely for diving professionals. It took Omega approximately 4 years of extensive testing before launching the watch to the public in 1970. The prototypes were tested to 600m at the Omega factory and subsequently tested to 1000m in the Golf du Lion off the coast of Marseilles (France) as confirmed by the Extract from the Omega Archives. 

The French-speaking development team nicknamed the watch “PloProf” in reference to PLOngeur PROFessionnel: Professional Diver in French. The present watch is fitted with the sought after mesh bracelet, reference 1266/237 complete with the diver extension. It is presented in a stunning condition with its original, beautifully patinated dial and hands that have slightly faded to a light orange color. 

Massive and unique in its design, this Ploprof prototype is a rare opportunity that will surely appeal to collectors of exceptional tool watches.

Source:THE GENEVA WATCH AUCTION: THREEGENEVA AUCTION 15 MAY 2016

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