Omega Seamaster 300 Dive Watch Review
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- Omega Seamaster 300 Dive Watch Review on the JustBlueFish TH-cam channel, home of high quality wristwatch and horology related reviews and videos.
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I have the standard steel version. I traded my Rolex Explorer 39mm for this Omega beauty and have never looked back since. Awesome timepiece.
That's funny, I almost traded my Explorer 39 for this watch too. I ended up selling the Explorer and later bought the Sub but I back when I was pretty sure the Explorer was going to be sold I was close to doing the same thing.
JustBlueFish Watch Reviews You have excellent taste in watches, my friend !
As an admitted Omega fanboy, sounds like something I would do.
whats the difference between this and the one with helium valve, they have the same name but totally diff design or watch, confused me..
There ya go. I totally agree.
Thanks...you are killing it lately. I love your reviews! Keep up the good work.
Thanks Chris, I'll keep doing my best.
I bought this in the steel version and it is masterful. Bought a nato strap as well for a more sporty look and it looks superb. Just love it.
Thanks for the video, this watch is worth some consideration!
Thanks Guy, I just looked at this review now that the replacement for this model is due to hit my local AD soon. The new version looks great but I honestly think I might prefer the outgoing model (in stainless steel) as I think the new lollipop second hand spoils things a tad and I would prefer the ceramic bezel insert of the older model as well. I have to agree with the bezel action of Omega divers though, they work and work very well but are some way off that of the tactile feel of a Submariner. To be honest I've yet to use a bezel that comes close to the action of my 124060. I'm also not a fan of the use of faux patina lume but I think Omega just about struck the right balance of old and retro with the 300. The Omega movement through the case back looks incredible.
I am in love with Seamasters. I could make a perfect three watch collection with just Seamasters. I would choose the SMPc, the Aqua Terra, and the 1948 Small Seconds. The one you reviewed was nice but not my first choice.
That 1948 Small Seconds looks awesome.
Thanks Guy, good choice of dive watch to review. Nice job! I like the watches you are selecting, i.e. Blancpain etc. Regarding your comment about the lume. I totally respect your opinion of preferring white lume, because it's a matter of personal taste. For me, I like the cream lume. I think white lume would be too much white on the dial with the text in white and the white sweep. It is my understanding that there is no "natural" colour of lume, so white is not the "normal" colour. Personally I always associate white with hospitals and kitchens, it can come across as too "pure" or too "clean". It would be interesting to see manufacturers creating the same model, but offering a selection of lume option colours. You can argue that the cream lume is not so much to make it look vintage (i.e. fake the age), but more of an aesthetic design choice.
Multiple lume options would be a great idea. I'd love to see companies do that. Thanks for watching.
Have had this on the wrist in titanium and really enjoyed it. Same as you I ended up with the Sub. Still I love the watch overall as a great retro looking piece.
Yeah it really is great. Thanks for watching.
Beautiful watch! The finishing looks fantastic. I’d probably go for the stainless steel black version as well.
Thanks for watching Christian I appreciate it.
I got it a few days ago, the stainless steel version that is. Loving it! Looks so good especially when on the Omega Bond nato strap! The faux patina isn't as bad as I had thought though. It looks pretty bright on mine. Slightly off white.
Great review as always!
Thank you I appreciate it.
Held and tried on both this titanium version and the stainless steel version a few days ago... The titanium is so light! The stainless steel is heavy in comparison... Titanium looks cool but too expensive. I'm thinking of getting the stainless version as my next Omega. I like how the dial looks.
The price of the TI version does preclude me from making that one the obvious pick, but I would seriously look at the SS version. Overall I really like the watch.
JustBlueFish Watch Reviews I'm saving up as we speak. If no other watch captures my attention by then, I'll probably be getting the stainless 300MC. Still contemplating about getting the Tudor GMT though but somehow i'm drawn towards the 300MC.
Hi from Brazil! Nice video. I have the same model in Titanium and I love it!!
Thanks for watching Anastase, enjoy that watch it's awesome.
Wow Guy, very nice watch presentation. I like it a ton. My preference would be stainless steel with the black dial and bezel, but the blue is pretty sharp as well. A tad pricey for me though, but I'm sure it's probably worth it.
I'm with you, SS with black bezel and dial would be the one to get.
Is upcoming seamaster profesional 300 will be outfitted with same movement as this watch? Great review,keep up the great work,subscribed.
I'm not sure I haven't been keeping up with what new models are coming in the Seamaster line.
One of the best Dive watches in its category, stylish and dressy but the only problem is the lack of date just configuration and the 21 mm odd strap size. Titanium is very light, strong and scratch resistance but still for a Watch at this cost, I would go for the stainless steel body.
Dates on dive watches are pointless
Awesome review! I just did a review of the ss variant in black compared to my 116613LB rolex submariner. Keep up the great reviews.
I'll check out that video, thanks for sharing.
Much better and a more quality watch than the 2021 model..
You have just made my day! I didn't realize Omega made this watch in Titanium! (I also didn't bother to check >.< )
Yeah they make it in a lot of different variations. There's always Platinum, you know if you have a spare $60k dollars kicking around.
Oh the watches I would get with an extra 60K I could just splurge on ^^v
One of my favorite sports watches. So beautiful. And the only Omega where they got the hands 100% right; The arrow belongs on the hour hand, not the elongated minute hand.
I agree, the arrow hands are great on this one.
I agree, the dial in general is very well thought out. I think Omega needs to focus on improving their line up of this particular model, its their most original and balanced sport design thats not a speedmaster. The seamaster professional is a bit dated especially the style of the bracelet, also it tries too hard to be a submariner and therefore falls short in competition. This model could really drive the company if they just make little tweaks to it.
Do you have any plans to review the new iteration?
Overall, I like this watch. However, I’m not wild about the faux patina on the lime. That would probably be more of a deal killer for me than the polished center links on the bracelet. I do like the adjustable clasp. My Seamaster 300 Pro ceramic bracelet is off by about a half link and can’t quite get a comfortable fit. Hopefully, I can swap out the clasp. Good review!!
Yeah the faux patina isn't my favorite design choice.
Hands down, best review online! Does the lack of AR coating on the crystal bother you?
It's not the end of the world but it would be better with AR coating of course.
Thanks! I wonder why they didn’t use it? Do you know if Omega can add this?
This is my ultimate grail. Wish it was a tad smaller but I think it’s still a good size. I love the polished case and bracelet. Don’t see too many of them out there.
The size could be a hair smaller, even for me. But it's really a handsome watch. I like it.
JustBlueFish Watch Reviews I like it a lot too, although based on the comments I realize I’m the minority. Like you, I don’t care a whole lot for the faux patina but there’s still something about this watch I love. This one from Omega and the Rolex Milgauss are my two grails. I tend to go for watches that are a bit “different”.
Beautiful! I don't recall seeing titanium look that glossy or without any gray cast to it. Might it be plated?
I'm not aware of it being plated, but the luster of the finish is so bright I don't know how they do it.
They are using grade 5 titanium, instead of the usual grade 2. Grade 2 is basically pure titanium, grade 5 is a titanium alloy: harder than 2 and actually able to take a polish finish.
Great Watch, Great Review!
Thanks Mark.
Agreed on the polished center links of the bracelet. I checked this watch a few years ago, and I thought the bracelet was a scratch magnet. Also agreed it's confusing to have another watch called seamaster diver 300m that is so different than this one.
I love Omega, but I think the Longines Legend Diver is a better buy. Longines is also a sister company within the Swatch Group.
I haven't seen that Longines, I'll have to look that one up. Thanks.
Very Good Review.
Think the polished out links is a way better look for the seamaster than the polished center links
Unfortunately the information about the "Metas Certification" is not correct for this watch. This watch features the "Master Co-Axial Chronometer" movement 8400, which was released before. Of course it features the resistance against 15k Gauss.
Later, Omega released the "Co-Axial Master Chronometer" movement generation, which now are Metas certified. Confusing I know... I needed a while to get behind this as well.
That’s about as clear as the Seamaster naming conventions haha. Thanks for the clarification.
@@JustBlueFish Hehe, yes you are right 😅
very nice watch but i would go for the 300m version like that more thanks brill review
You can't go wrong either way. Thanks for watching Craig.
Love it...but a bit big for me. Thx for the video, great details as usual.
Thanks Graham!
Nice watch, and your choice going with sub was fantastic choice
Thanks Kevork!
I have the steel version and it's excellent. I nearly got the sub but got the Omega. Both excellent but the Omega felt better and has a superior movement. The bezel action is better on the steel version than the titanium version too.
I need to see if I can borrow a Steel version. I might not want to return it though!
JustBlueFish Watch Reviews nothing comes close at the price point. It was the huge lugs and the huge price that put me off the Rolex. It’s a bit boring too.
Nice watch! Case # and Movement # match!!
I'd probably prefer the SS version over this TI version, but I like the design a lot.
just Blue Fish what is the weight of this Omega? thanks
It would be great to see a comparison of this watch and the Tudor black bay 58 since they’re both vintage inspired dive watches at a similar price range
I've been trying to get ahold of a BB58 for ages! I can't find one to do a review on.
I liked your review of the omega, this is one of my grail watches. When looking at your shot of the movement it struck me how it looks good but not for double the price of some other options see below :)
This is random but my wife got my a Frederique constant classics moon-phase. I was really surprised at the quality of this watch. Especially the finishing of the movement. Have you ever seen any of these watches ? What are your thoughts if you have ?
I haven't seen the FC Classic Moonphase, but I've looked at it online a lot. If I were to get a FC that would be the one I'd want. I think it's really cool.
The standard steel version with the black bezel and face is a much better value
Absolutely.
the old one was the best - see on my vid I got military example
I don't understand why they don't sell the brushed center links too. Seems like every company should offer both styles and then make it so that you can pick
Why don't more reviews use calipers? I think they underestimate how much the raw numbers affect people's opinions.
This watch's bezel is 41mm, for sure but Omega has often measured via the bezel (see: speedy reduced 35mm). From case end to case end, going past the overhanging bezel, it's actually 39mm and wears as such. 39 by 48. Sound familiar? Very sub-like. As for the height, both the crystals are domed, with the bottom crystal slightly less so (though that one sinks into the wrist), so the metal to metal dimension is 12mm. Doesn't look tall and wears only slightly above its class with the domed crystal and sheer bezel.
Thanks for watching.
Yes. It’s actually 39mm. I like the bezel overhang. Easier to grip and aesthetically pleasing.
My brother has this. He complains of the inner chrome ring around the crystal. It can't really be polished if you scratch it. Annoying. Nice review.
Interesting I didn't think about that chrome ring around the crystal picking up scratches. Thanks for sharing.
this watch has 15k gauss antimagnetic resistance that's make it special
...when Rolex and Omega and many others make these bracelets...they are scratch-magnets, i just go..."never gonna buy" inside...besides that, this model dont really speak to me, id rather have something from the Rolex line or even something good from the PO-line instead. great review.
Thanks for watching WoT. Yeah you're right the polished bracelets are scratch magnets. I do like the look of them, when they're all shiny and new though.
I dont really like titanium watches, its way too light. I like a heft to my watch, it makes it feel more solid.I was considering a Breitling and some of them felt toy-like and cheap because of their use of titanium.
They do have the SS model which is noticeably heavier if you like that heft on the wrist. If I was going to buy one that is the model I'd go for.
Bezel Action feel is different when it comes to titanium Watches.
I wish they would have offered the titanium in a black dial/bezel.
Good review. it’s not METAS, it’s not a Master Chronometer, it’s a Master Co-Axial.
Thanks for the clarification I appreciate it.
Incorrect. Refer to Omega's own information - www.omegawatches.com/planet-omega/watchmaking/the-master-chronometer-certification/
I prefer this one as opposed to the Diver version.
Agreed. Thanks for watching Bryn.
I love the video but l can't figure out Omega , too many styles with the same name and forget about the model numbers. Keep up the good work.
Omega is the king of model sloppy naming convention and spaghetti reference numbers lol.
One thing I absolutely hate about the 300's is the butter yellow indexes. Why???
Excellent Review...this particular watch is not my cup of tea...especially at 9k..!!
I think you made a good decision going with the Sub. !!
Cheers👍
I think the SS model is about $6k. That’s not bad when compared to the Sub, but I think I made the right choice too.
My sub with date is a bargain compared to this at 9k.
Cool watch! Do you dive?
I don't dive, no.
Why dis you put “just blue fish” to your channel, love the name very original ???
It's in reference to a quote from the movie Jaws.
ÓTIMO RELÓGIO, BRASIL OK
Will be perfect if this is a GMT
I much prefer the 300 SMP
I like that too, but I'd probably pick this one if I had to name favorites.
@@JustBlueFish yes a little bit less flashy
$9k for this watch? Nothing against Omega but I too would have picked the Submariner. However, if it had to be an Omega I would have gone with the Planet Ocean or the Aqua Terra for the same price point. Thank you for posting the review. Looking forward to more reviews from your Channel.
Thanks Matt, more reviews are on the way!
JustBlueFish Watch Reviews Great! Keep up the good work.
The bezel looks interesting. Watching on my phone, I thought it had an aluminum insert. That bezel action though, sounds so tinny.
It does look a bit like aluminum, more so then a lot of other ceramic models out there. It’s a good thing. I think the aesthetics of the liquid metal inserts these watches use is nice.
21mm lugs and big wrists is a terrible mix! The Seamaster 300 is one of 2 Omegas id actually buy, but the 21mm lugs put a kabash on it for me
If it’s never coming off the bracelet, meaning it’s an awesome bracelet, I don’t mind 21mm but it’s annoying when you’re trying to find straps.
JustBlueFish Watch Reviews im a big fan of silicone and rubber, and NATOs
What happened to the Viking beard?!? I am devastated 😱
It’s too hot in Florida!
JustBlueFish Watch Reviews Just kidding, appreciate your review as always.
Great job as usual … but I'd never pull the trigger on this one for 9k .. no way.. I'd get a used Speedie and used 114060 for 10k instead ..
Yeah getting those 2 watches would be be a preferable alternative. This watch in SS though, I think I'd really like it.
I am not into polished center links
Why did you pick the sub?
I don’t know. Why do some people like green more than blue? It just appeals to me more.
That dazzling white seconds hand on a "vintage" piece is just wrong
Yeah it overwhelms the design a little bit.
Honestly i think the bezel action is better than rolex.
Another great review! Your beard shrunk
I fought the Florida heat for as long as I could. It won.
Titanium is what bothers me. It scratches easily but will eventually take on a brushed-like scratch pattern. Unfortunately, it will differ from the rest of the watch's surfaces.
Yeah, TI wears in differently doesn't it? I'd go with the SS version if I were going to pick one of these up anyway.
This is grade 5 titanium. It's much harder and more scratch resistant than 316L steel used in most watches and 904 steel used in Rolex. It's also brighter and it's closer to the look of steel but not quite. Grade 2 titanium is very grey and softer than the aforementioned types of steel.
I own the PO 8500 in titanium. Holds up a lot better than my steel watches. Grade 5 titanium is also the reason it costs so much.
I feel like that seconds hand is out of place .. does not go well with the rest of the dial and hands. Can't un-see it :(
Honestly the faux lume is my least favorite aspect and kills the watch for me.
Yeah I’m not the biggest fan of that.
Its not as bad as it shows up in video. I was turned off by Omega's website which made it look orange. But I get its not for everyone.
Is the dial made of plastic?
Excellent movement, to me mediocre design ruined by all the polished parts. It will be a scratch magnet, ESPECIALLY the bracelet.
The movement itself would not be enough for me to get this, I would rather get some other model featuring this movement
Oh yeah, this watch will attract a lot of scratches. Stock up on Cape Cod cloths or learn to love battle scars.
I think the design is masterful and a beautiful balance between an homage to the 1957 piece and modern aesthetics. I admire watchmakers who create artful pieces.The best watch at this price PERIOD. Full stop. If you like being sold the same thing over and over again with jacked up prices buy a Rolex or an iPhone. Not for me
You are right, Guy, the faux patina lume doesn’t suit the blue dial. It does, however, look great on the matt black dial. Oh, and you’re not “boring”, Man, you’re “ conservative”!
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nice looking watch...but I just can't get behind that awful faux patina....
Thanks for watching.
Polished center links. Painted markers. Ceramic bezel looks plastic. White instead of steel seconds hand. Very very steep pricing.
Nope, this watch is not my cup of tea. Also my bankaccount does not like this watch ..
I think the price on the SS version is more in line with expectations.
Omega has shit-loads of straps for sale on their website. 😊
A little too much nit picking in this review, but I guess it's OK.
Don’t see how omega would attempt to sell this watch for $500 more than a Rolex sub w/date. Just not as attractive imo.
Phil O ppp
It's not a fair apples to apples comparison. The SS model of this watch would be a better direct comparison and comes in cheaper than the Submariner when we are talking about price.
The movement in this Omega is far superior to the Submariner. And as stated the SS model is cheaper than the Sub.
brett run subjective. I have never been able to come to terms with Omega’s price points and the way the watches look and feel. Every time I go to an omega boutique and handle the watches I am just not very impressed.
Phil O I would argue that your opinion of the look, feel and comfort is subjective. The comparison of the two movements is not. The Omega is superior in many ways to include anti-magnetic property, advanced materials, decoration, and power reserve. It’s always good for the consumer to have choices that’s for sure.
Ugh... Rolex. I like the classic black sub but,if I'm being honest, starting to bore me. No,I don't own 1,but my 84 year old dad does. It's unfortunate you only have the blue Omega. I'm shopping this watch and,some dealers, are asking $7000,grey market. I've seen $4300. Not hard to find. I get the titanium factor, but $7000 grey market? Nope...
I've found like 20 in the 5000 range there pretty easy to find
@@junioradult6219 bought the Omega seamaster 300 diver. $4400, brand new,box,and papers. It's actually not a great dive watch. The lum is poor,and none existent on the bezel and,if you have old eyes,it can be hard to read even in daylight. I live on my sailboat, so no big deal. It'll do,and it's definitely tough. The submariner is a better dive watch, but so is my 36 year old Seiko Turtle. $180 in 1984,and maybe a couple hundred for a new one now. I'll probably trade the Omega, at some point, but no rush. Still a nice, tough watch.
They made a Seamaster look like a Shhhhteinhart. This model is a fluke imo
I like it.
@@JustBlueFish I wouldn't say no to one lol. Just not a fan of the finishing and case size. I know they were going for a homage of the vintage Seamaster, I just wish they'd gone smaller on the case. That thing looks so big and clumsy
ZEUS You are in the minority
Good detailed review......Sorry but polished and brushed combined bracelet is a big no from me. Not a fan of polished centre links as they mark easily and quickly, a real scratch magnet. I have an Aqua Terra with an all brushed bracelet which I much prefer the look of. Not a fan of the big ugly side profile. All in all a bit of an ugly duckling disappointment from Omega. AND...don't get me started on the pathetic fake patina. WTF is that all about??? Not a touch on a Sub. Take it away, I'm fed up looking at it.
Thanks for watching I appreciate it.
I thought long about commenting or not and I'm sure some Omega fans will get offended by this - and I'm not an Omega hater by any means - but this is an ugly watch, not even considering the much too high price (for what you get in materials, movement and workmanship). It's just ugly IMO, compared to other 9,000$ watches and even 90$ watches.
The side profile is ok, but when looked at from the top, the way the liquid metal bezel and it's color contrasts with the polished and brushed parts of the case and bracelet makes it look really cheap. Not the best Omega design. The SMP is much much better.
Thanks for watching.
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