Omega Seamaster 300

First created by OMEGA in 1957, the Seamaster 300 represents one of the most famous watches in underwater history

A legend

The original Seamaster 300 arrived in a time of great change throughout the world. After World War II ended in 1945, society began to embrace a new and exciting era of exploration, travel and adventure. Science and industry were rapidly progressing too, and OMEGA was determined to respond with a series of watches dedicated entirely to professionals. In 1957, the “Professional Trilogy” collection was therefore born, including the Speedmaster, the Railmaster and the Seamaster 300.

As part of that family, the Seamaster 300 was launched as OMEGA’s first-ever professional divers’ watch. The design was notable for its black dial, luminous indexes and large hands, which made it very simple-to-use and easy-to-read in a variety of conditions.

On top of that, it was an innovative marvel. As well as offering an ingenious high-pressure water-proofing system, the watch also introduced OMEGA’s first diving bezel, built with a special safety feature to prevent accidental turning during dives.

Sandwich dial

Perhaps the most noticeable changes can be found on the new dials. For this, OMEGA has utilised a sandwich concept, including a base layer with Super-LumiNova and a second plate over the top with cuttings for the recessed hour markers and numerals. In a nod to history, these numerals are in the vintage Arabic open style, which appeared on early Seamaster 300 models in the 1960s.

To complement the impressive Bronze Gold, the bezel ring of this timepiece has been created in brown ceramic with a diving scale in vintage Super-LumiNova. Thanks to the fact that the dial is an internal component, OMEGA took the opportunity to use a common bronze alloy (CuSn8) in order to offer a unique dark brown colour with a patina that was created after a special aging process had taken place. The contrast with the exclusive Bronze Gold is therefore particularly captivating!

Omega Seamaster 300

Price  6.500 Euros

Omega Seamaster 300 “Oro Bronce”

Price 11.500 Euros

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