Omega - Seamaster 300, new 2021 collection

Omega Seamaster 300 in steel. Price: €6100 with strap 234.32.41.21.01.001 and €6500 with bracelet 234.30.41.21.03.001. Seamaster 300 Bronze Gold

Since 1957, when it was first introduced, the Seamaster 300 has been one of the most popular watches created by Omega as well as one of the most appreciated among divers.

Launched as Omega’s first-ever professional divers’ watch, the Seamaster 300 offered excellent readability with its black dial, luminous indexes and large hands as well an advanced high-pressure water-proofing system coupled to Omega’s first diving bezel.

In 2021, Omega is presenting a revamped Seamaster 300 collection that includes a Master Chronometer upgrade.

The new models come in 41 mm stainless steel cases, with thinner bezels crafted from an oxalic, anodised-treated aluminium for increased hardness. 

The bracelets, also in stainless steel, have been further improved in fit and finishing. Their shape has been ergonomically adjusted with streamlined fittings and a thinner, polished-brushed clasp.  Leather straps with a new pin buckle are also available.

The black or blue dials are now characterised by a so-called "sandwich" structure, including a base layer with Super-LumiNova and a second plate over the top with cuttings for the recessed hour markers and numerals. 

For the numerals, Omega used the Arabic open style used on early Seamaster 300 models in the 1960s.

Another nod to the history of the model is the lollipop central seconds hand, with its tip now filled with Super-LumiNova, that will be used only for the stainless steel models. 

For a cleaner look, the only texts on the dial are the Omega logo and the Seamaster 300 name. References to the movement have been moved to the caseback.

The opening of the dial has been enlarged (from 29.5 mm to 30.4 mm) by reducing the width of the inner frame.

The watch is also thinner than previous versions thanks to a new domed and scratch-resistant sapphire crystal with anti-reflective treatment inside. Total height is 13.85 mm.

A new polished screw-in conical crown with Ω embossed completes the new look.

Including a wave-edged design, the screw-in caseback displays the Omega Co-Axial Master Chronometer Calibre 8912 through a flat sapphire crystal.

Beating at the frequency of 3.5 Hz (25,200 vibrations per hour) and offering 60 hours of power reserve, this self-winding movement, like the entire watch, has been certified by the Swiss Federal Institute of Metrology (METAS) at the industry’s highest standards of precision, performance and magnetic resistance well deserving the "Master Chronometer" name.

The new Omega Seamaster 300 in stainless steel has a price of Euro 6,200 / US$ 6,150 with leather strap (ref. 234.32.41.21.01.001) and Euro 6,500  / US$ 6,150 with steel bracelet (ref. 234.30.41.21.03.001). The prices in Euro include VAT, the US$ ones do not include sales taxes.

The new collection also includes the Seamaster 300 Bronze Gold, a 41 mm model that is the very first Omega watch to be created in the patent-pending Bronze Gold alloy.

Bronze Gold was specifically developed to produce a pleasing aesthetic and hue, while also offering a bronze alloy that could be worn with direct contact on the skin, thanks to its composition.

Used for the entire case and buckle, this exclusive alloy is enriched with noble elements such as 37.5% gold, hallmarked as 9K, as well as palladium and silver.

As well as featuring a soft pink hue, during wear it offers exceptional corrosion resistance without verdigris-oxidation, and will therefore age slowly and retain its natural and beautiful patina over a longer period of time. 

For this model, the bezel ring is made in brown ceramic with a diving scale in vintage Super-LumiNova. 

For the dial, Omega used a common bronze alloy (CuSn8) in a dark brown hue that was achieved after a special aging process had taken place. 

Like for the steel versions, the Seamaster 300 Bronze Gold ref. 234.92.41.21.10.001 is powered by the Omega Co-Axial Master Chronometer Calibre 8912 and delivered with a full 5-year warranty. It retails at the price of Euro 11,500 / US$ 11,200. omegawatches.com