Omega Seamaster 300M Old vs New Across 3 Generations - Perth WAtch #291

I think the older quartz or auto models are most within my budget, but I also prefer the bezel look,lighter watch, not so thick a clasp,i prefer the dial, the wave design and only white writing, i have to say I would love to get one with the polished stainless steel bezel,whether getting it on the watch as stock or finding an official replacement spare to get someone to put on,main thing is finsing a good condition watch whatevee the bezel, that can always be replaced, that stainless steel is more robust,as far as i can tell the stainless steel bezels of the old achool models seem to sometimes have blue or black numbers,it could be difficult to tell from photos but sometimes it seems it was blue for wave models, and black for non wave dials, not sure what you think or know? Great video, really enjoying it.

The old ones are trying to be like the new one...

I have a 2010 in Black. Co axial and i love it

I own a 2531.80.00 automatic wind. It’s beautiful. A gift from my wife. It’s clearly the best of the 3 (to me).

I’m in favor of the classic James Bond style in the quartz’s. But prefer the Automatic in that Refrence number, as I own today. Just love the old slim under the cuff style, Eda movement, which keeps Exceptional time, bracelet is superb, old seahorse on back etc. Everything about this watch is beautiful and classic! Love it just the way it is. Just my opinion though, Matt❤️😀👍

I like the vintage pieces like the Shom & the Baby Ploprof…….so 1st generation for me …..😎

SMPC all the way

I hate when an expensive watch doesn't match up second hand to each minute tick. On your watch, it misses all minute tick

I own the first generation automatic, it's from 2003. I love it very much.

Brilliant video! I own the 90’s model, I have worn it every day since I got it (about 15 years) and I still love it! My only gripe is it’s been back to Omega quite a few times for a service. I like the idea of the longer service intervals of the coaxial movement but the new Seamasters feel much bigger.

The original Brosnan-era Seamaster is the most collectable. But if you want a design that will never age for the rest of your life, the second generation is your choice. Its ceramic bezel and lacquer dial will retain their looks forever, and the design has no superfluous details that will make the watch look dated.

I have a 2013 and I love it although the latest generation has a better, in house movement but I'm not quite sure about the newer wave dial

In 2012 i purchased new from the Omega Boutique the very last version of the Seamaster Quartz movement in black dial/bezel

mainly as i didn’t want an automatic, and imo they ruined the look of the watch removing the wave dial and modifying the outer bezel numbers

It was and still is my favourite version of the seamaster 300, and aside from a couple of batteries and an Omega service it’s been an awesome watch that fits into anywhere, be that smart or casual

It’s certainly very good quality & flash enough but not shouty like some brands tend to be, travels nicely under the radar to non watch fans

The first James Bond Omega Seamaster has the quartz caliber and the aluminum bezel. It is exactly the one you bring us today in this video. I think it is the most beautiful of all three.

I noticed the first one has a gap between the case and the crown. Mine has that aswell, I thought there might be an issue but maybe not?

If you care about the warranty i'd buy the most recent copy.

I htought Omega's drop in value...shrug....assumeing htey DO...i think t hey do...seem to recall a Seamaster 300m Pro being sold for under $1500 USD...if in mint condition...and you just want th cache of owning/wearing a n authentic 300m Pro...get the first one...if you 're actually a Brosnan bond fan...first one. :)

One of my first jobs in college was working for a high-end jewelry store that sold omega watches and I purchased a 2003 Seamaster. I love that watch and had it until the 2018 update came out and I could not resist I had to buy a black-faced new omega Seamaster. I wear that watch every day it’s my absolute favorite.

Intermediate version is best.

G'day. Would you say there is a difference in the shade of blue on the ceramic bezel insert between the 2012 and 2018 models? With all the online browsing I've done, it appears that the 2018 is a lighter shade of blue. From what I've seen and read, what you see depends on the type of light. I really need to see one in person but I worry that the lights at a dealer showroom would make it appear to be a very bright blue and I prefer a darker, deep blue colour. In this video, the 2018 does look like a lighter blue, but maybe because it's seated to the right of the 2012? Thanks. 🙂

Don't know why they made it a 42 mm?? Is it because the new caliber wouldn't fit in the 41mm case?
I like the technical upgrades of the third iteration but I do prefer the second iterations design. Slimmer is better!

You should put the 2220 from casino royale

I just bought the latest model. Shouldve bought the planet ocean tho

The original in my opinion looks best but that’s just me ,all lovely !

My choice is the one I have - the '97. 😉

I have a third gen seamaster 2012-2017 i want a fourth gen 2018 and up I saw one on Facebook for $3650 pre owned msrp $5600 comes with pictoggram , Chronograph and international warranty should I buy it 9/10 condition?

My money on the 2nd gen version ❤❤❤

All of these SMP are great watches and you can clearly see the evolution towards further refinement and craftsmanship. If the latter makes sense for a mass produced watch. I own the 2220.80 which was produced between 2006 and 2012. Maybe I am biased here but after having a closer look at the 2012 and 2018 SMP models I am even happier that I bought mine in 2008. The 2220.80 is a nice mix between all of the shown models here. It has the subtle wave pattern dial, the overall look and feel of the Brosnan Bond model, also its decent weight and height but the more advanced movement 2500, applied indexes, logo and branding.

First gen quartz, mid size just wins on size and history. If I could only own one. Which I do. lol.

2017 model always wins for me...

None of these, 2254 is far better in appearance and functionality, its slim and wears so well,the lume is extraordinary, its a classic that is becoming more and more sought after and valuable, but is reasonable to buy right now....

The og aluminium bezel model is king imo.

Can't go wrong with any one of these. I have the 1994 automatic and will never get rid of it. All the markers and hand have beautiful patina. I am waiting for a new Seamaster from Japan, a early 2000s model with the electric blue dial which I consider to be the most beautiful Seamaster of all time.

Please turn on subtitles🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

Great comparison👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

As I already own the 2541.80 from new in 2001, I don't think they ever bettered it. 22 years of ownership and I still love it.

Give me 2012

Original Bond 1993, Upgrade 2006, Ceramic 2012 and a complete overhaul of the case and movement 2018. I really excited so see what Omega comes up for for the Bond Seamaster G5. Hopefully it will be slightly slimmer and less heavy case that the current model.

‘Old faithful’ is still hands down my favourite. Looks absolutely stunning on the new Omega Steel Mesh bracelet. Picked one up several weeks ago.

They're all great but I'm partial to the gen 2.

I own the 2nd and 3rd generation. First generation will be my next hunt. All are gems.

It be nice to have the auto version of the original to grasp if there is much thickness difference with the next gen movement and bezel.

just got my 253180 (2001) a few days ago, LOVE it! liked the blue in the bezal and dail better in this version and a bit slimmer, just a treat on the wrist

2nd generation is a beauty and a half.

So good to see those second hands syncronized!

What about the 2220.80?

I love all of them but 2012 is my personal favorite - always on my wrist!

Love the Seamasters. I bought my first Seamaster in Quartz model when I was 18 from my summer job money. After that I´ve had two seamasters in automatic 1999 and 2002. The 2002 is in for complete service now and will also change second hand+bezel ring. Really looking forward to see it in its original glory (keeping the old parts of course.) I must say I really love the vintage printing on the early model and without the rings around the markers. In my opinion it gives some of the same feel that is appreciated in vitage rolexes like 5513 and 1680 (I´ve owned those two as well). I must say however I think Omega have done alot right with the newest one, That one and the ´no time to die´model is absolutely the most tempting new buys for me at the moment.

I have a 2000 version my wife got my 30th birthday and the minute hand is very different. Yours clicks one second at a time. Mine is more smooth - looks like 5 click per second.

Are you Archieluxury's lovechild?

What an awesome review and comparison.
Although there is certainly more quality squeezed in as we go, I just enjoy the form factor of the first one best. And even with the wave pattern and the metallic bezel, I still feel due to the size it fits better in a formal environment (maybe I've been influenced by Mr. Bronsnan).

I have the 2012 version and love it, it will age the best out of the three in my opinion. The waves on the latest version are nice and the bracelet looks better but I don't like how they got rid of the applied logo on the dial and the font on the bezel, not to mention that oversized helium esxape valve.