It's interesting to see a new review (a look back) of the Omega Seamaster 300m. I bought mine a few years ago and still love it (white dial). What I found most striking (at the time of purchase) was the contrast of the while dial paired with the OEM black rubber strap. I bought mine on the black rubber strap, thinking I'd never wear the bracelet. But I later added it. And while the bracelet is not perfect, it has grown on me. No watch is perfect, but the Seamaster 300m is a great watch.
I have the Tokyo 2020 Olympic version with white dial and blue bezel. Best colour combo! The hands and hour markers change colour from black to blue in the reflection and glare. Stunning to see in person!
Aquired the great white on bracelet 4 weeks ago and so glad I stood firm and managed to save for it. Just bought the black and grey bond Omega nato strap for it which looks and feels great. The only negative I would say is the bezel movement but then again not as though I go diving so not as though I have too much of a need to be twiddling the bezel too often. Great watch and brilliant review.
I got to try on an Omega black wave dial Seamaster 300 ceramic on the stock Omega black ladder strap when a customer at Watch City let me try it. I was in love with this Omega and could imagine wearing it everyday.
I put the Omega rubber strap (white with deployamt clasp) after a while, but for esthetic reasons mostly. Never felt the bracelet was uncomfortable, and the micro-adjust is top notch!
Yes! Wearing exactly a black dial SMP300 now, and completely agree. It's my daily wear, and could easily be a one and done for me if it ever came to it. The black is so much more versatile, even elegant in its own sporty way, than it gets credit for. I actually really like the no taper bracelet. It kind of works for the sharp lined, robust, no nonsense approach and design language. And it counter balances the HEV by giving a little heft and presence down wrist.
@@dannysimenauer5745 IMO it’s too casual for a one and done. I’d go for the 300 heritage if I was going Omega. Rolex explorer would cover all bases for me as well.
Bruce, thanks for the great recommendation! I have recently purchased a blue Planet Ocean with 8900 calibre. Amazingly, it ran at +0.5 secs over 4 days of normal usage. Then I also realised this SMP 300 is equally attractive with the gloss ceramic dial and bezel, which I am equally lusting after. After experiencing the astounding accuracy of the 8900, I am pretty sure this 8800 calibre should not be far off. In addition, the 15000 gauss anti-magnetism capability is impressive as its METAS certification. Appreciate your detailed videos and close-up shots. It would offer viewers a good opportunity to assess the build quality. Keep your videos coming! Cheers!
I own a blue on bracelet, and yes the bracelet sometimes hurts, and is quite substantial. The accuracy, my word, its out of the world ! Never had a remorse on buying this piece.
lol spot on with dive watch owners usually only subjecting the watch to snorkelling or swimming and the rain but you did overlook one very important element .... doing the dishes! Obviously need minimum 200m resistance!!
I bought a OEM NATO strap for my blue 300M, it's solid blue with a white stripe down the middle matches the blue + white dial perfectly. totally changes the look and feel of the watch. Every few months I swap out the steel bracelet for the NATO strap and wear it like that for a week or two, keeps the watch "fresh" If you're feel the urge to buy a new watch, buy a new strap for your current watch instead, it may scratch that itch.
Just got the green. I had the blue and grey for 8ish months and sold it to buy the green. In my opinion it’s perfect. I’m not sure why it works as well as it does. If you described it to me, I’d likely assume it wasn’t for me, but this is a watch that is characterized by the sun of its parts and it just works.
I have this exact same watch on now, I've had it two and a half years,, I love it as much now, as the day I bought it,,. It loses half a second a day,, the only time I don't wear it, is when I need a "beater watch". (ie, looking after the grandkids, lol, ). (The beater, is a Citizen Promaster) I'm not a collector, I only have one luxury watch, which was a retirement present to myself,, ps, I wear it in the summer, on an Isofrane black rubber strap.. All the best from across the pond,, 👍
As a very recent owner of the blue bracelet version, I wish it was 1mm thinner (I'd take that over the exhibition caseback) and that the bracelet is a bit more refined with softer edges (which is offset by the excellent glidelock clasp and great iconic design). These are the only negatives and definitely not deal-breakers. The warty HEV is Ok for me, it gives it character. Perfect daily driver.
@@roscopeco2000 try it on the wrist. Not sure why people complain about the thickness. It's literally only 13.6 mm and that's including the partially domed crystal and bezel. The side profile itself is really thin. It's just the crystal and bezel that add that extra thickness but since they weight next to nothing, you can't really feel that extra thickness. Hard to explain, just please try it on the wrist and see if it changes your mind. I reckon that unless you have extremely dainty wrists, it should disappear on your wrist throughout the day. I always forget mine is on (can only speak for the feel on rubber). The HEV is absolutely pointless. However, it wouldn't be the seamaster without the HEV now would it? One of those stupid quirky little things but I get where you're coming from. It would look cleaner without it, but I have grown to like it for this signature look. In a silly way, it sorta resembles the iconic 007 silhouette pose of him holding his gun. On a more positive note, I can say that you'll never know it's there when wearing it. Has never pressed against my skin or anything. Also, the bracelet sucks ass. Gotta go rubber. It's fantastic.
Totally agree with you. They should keep the elegant dimensions of the early 2000s bond era Seamasters e.g 2254.50.. I would love the modern spec watch to just have a solid case back, like the 40mm Railmaster which is stunning... and to be 12mm thick... maybe also lose the escape valve, but I can live with it.... I also prefer the old wave pattern without the laser cutting tech. Sometimes more traditional is just a nicer more organic look. Maybe that's just me
For anyone who likes a metal bracelet but isn't a fan of the Omega bracelet, try the steel milanese strap Omega started selling. Massive improvement and extremely comfortable and classy. It is very exp3nsive, but if you can justify it, then completely worth it. Fantastic watch the Seamaster 300SMP.
That’s what I did with my black SMP black dial . Only Seamaster I rather have is the Tokyo one but that Omega Milanese saved the day because I was getting to point of getting rid of it because of the OEM bracelet
I love my seamaster. I have a different dial/bezel though. Might have to sell it if I get the call for a submariner but otherwise I’ll be holding onto it for along time.
Years ago every Omega fanboy said everyone has a Submariner...guess what? now it seems that everyone has one of these....with that being said, it is an absolute amazing watch. I had the standard version, but it became too popular, so I got the ceramic/Titanium case version as well. It comes with a much higher price, but it is totally worth it. I sold the standard version...no regrets so far.
I owned the ‘pre-wave dial version’… Still, one of my favorite watches that I’ve ever owned… I intend to buy the white wave dial later this year. I could get us some, mariner for one and one, and at the retail price, if I chose… The only reason I might go ahead and purchase a Submariner is to flip it and make a few bucks… I’ll take the Omega any day!
Beautiful watch. I can see some areas of improvement in the next gen: longer power reserve, 39mm option, no He valve, and modern bracelet. But this is still my current grail watch. The white is gorgeous. Blue too.
Have the Great White colourway. You're so right Bruce, it's a huge spec for the money. I'm lucky to have an 8 inch wrist so even the big tank track bracelet doesn't bother me. Love this watch and look forward to your next video as always.
The scalloped bezel is very difficult to grip in fresh water. In my experience, it is easy to grip in seawater. Yes, I have taken my Omega SMP to 130 feet in Grand Cayman. I found it to be an awesome dive watch! While I don’t find the lume lasts all night, it certainly lasts long enough to be easily read during a night dive without recharging it with a light during a dive.
The blue one was my first luxury watch. Since then I have gotten a few more of them, most recently the black dial version. I bought all on the bracelet, but also bought a couple of the OEM rubber strap with the fold over clasp (blue and black). I switch between the bracelet and the strap depending on my mood. The negatives you mentioned do not bother me, but I know they do bother some. I am relatively new to the hobby and far from being an expert, but one thing I’ve learned is try a watch on in person if at all possible before you buy it. All of that being said, I loved this watch when I first got it and I still love it.
I've owned two, a white dial and currently have a blue dial. I have been generally pleased with the watch overall. I bought my watches with the bracelet but find it way too heavy for my comfort, so Zealande rubber straps have been an excellent and cost-effective way to enjoy the look of a fitted rubber strap for half the price of what Omega charges for their OEM strap. Neither of my Seamasters have had bezel action that I would consider good -- way too stiff and very difficult to grip properly. I don't even bother using the bezel anymore. Accuracy has been about +5 seconds a day, at the upper limit of the METAS certification. What I do like about the watch is that it is quite elegant looking, with interesting and unique features on the dial and case. On the rubber strap, the watch is very comfortable at 110 grams, and that can be brought even lower with a NATO strap. What I really appreciate about the blue variant is that the dial and bezel insert both are made from ceramic material which precisely matches in tone. Very few dive watches do that. To me, this or the blue variant of the Pelagos are the most fulfilling blue dive watches I have ever owned.
I'm a huge Omega fan, but Rolex makes the best bracelets. I love the 93150 Oyster on my old Sub. Feels solid, not hefty, female endlinks, and a perfect clasp; secure, yet easy to open and close.
I got this color variant in May 2022. I love everything about the watch even the negatives you mentioned is acceptable to me. I did feel a little underwhelmed by the accuracy of my particular unit. Its metas card says 4.4 but it would go beyond this in a 24 hour period. Usually gets to about +6 seconds the next morning after being worn the previous day and then placed dial up for 10 hours overnight on a night stand. Mind you that accuracy is still very very good, but i guess i had high expectations for the term master chronometer 😅 Also my 3135 caliber rolex sub runs at +1.5 seconds daily so i guess in this instance, the difference in their price is evident. Thanks for the review. Makes me appreciate my omega even more❤
As per other comments and as a previous current white dial SMP300 owner....I must say the SMP300 would be a *perfect* Diver..if Omega reduced it to..or offered a version in 40mm and updated the bracelet to make it more contemporary and with a taper to give it more refinement... I would happily keep the HEV if these changes were made and I would buy it again...I sold mine after 3 months of ownership for a Tudor BB Pro, as I just couldn't find any love for the bracelet...its just too 90's and gawdy. Please please Omega...give us an alternative size SMP300 for smaller wrists (6.5") and below..and offer with a tapering bracelet like the latest Speedies....The watch is Sooo good apart from these frustrations... and as good if not better than a Rolex Sub
I have this black SMP and last week got the green dial Breitling SOH on rubber and folding clasp which I know Bruce also likes I’m still in my honeymoon with the SOH and absolutely love It. It’s really a jewel on your wrist The omega is more of an allrounder. The bezel action is more smooth. The movement the same. and is in its own league. I have it on steel and rubber. The omega rubber is really expensive for a piece of rubber but still worth every penny. I wanted the SOH for my first luxury watch ( back then in Blue) but I’m convinced that the SMP is better suited for that. Even with the price difference ( although 2 years ago prices were closer together) Love them both but If I can wear only watch than it’s the smp all day every day
I’d never give up my blue wave dial. A classic beauty on one of the most comfortable bracelets you’ll ever wear. It would have to be pried from my cold dead wrist…(LOL)
I feel the ceramic bezel insert makes it a little blingy and shiny but this watch is definitely top of its pack and the one to beat for its competitors at this extremely competitive price range. awesome footage and review!
Still a good watch but with recent Omega price rises not the bargain it was at launch. That being said it has been relatively easy to get with discounts. I paid way under retail for mine full warranty.
A great balanced review Bruce! I'm possibly a tad biased as I have the Great White version. I've pondered changing the bracelet to a different strap but when I get the time to do it I just find myself enjoying it as it is. It's comfortable and the tool less micro adjust is a breeze. That mirror finished laser cut dial looks so much better in person than in any review pics of videos. I love the fully indexed bezel as it just balances everything out. I don't even mind that tooth past cap He valve as it's part of the history of the watch and is instantly recognisable as a Seamaster Professional from across the room. Thanks for sharing.
I own this in the 'seaweed' green on the rubber strap. It's a stunning watch. A quality build and definitely a keeper. With it being a dive watch I can't understand the criticism of the scalloped bezel. I would have thought that once under air, you wouldn't have a requirement to change the bezel setting. Similar with the Helium escape valve. It's a feature that makes the Seamaster what it is. Omega please leave it as it's designed. You have a winner.
@@rossdonison4999 yeah it would be clever. It's shows some lack of experience for pretty much every reviewer who says it's too hard to turn, considering the purpose is to use in water and it's great in water.
Not a diver, but after owning my Seamaster for several years, I discovered that holding the watch (after ensuring both crowns are tightened) under the warm water faucet for a few seconds while rotating the bezel achieves that same loosening that a dive does. My Omega is fifteen years old and has taken a licking and...
This watch didn't come out 5 years ago... I have one that I purchased 15 years ago at bailey banks and biddle when they were going out of business. I spent slightly under $2,000 brand new in the box with all the papers. Even crazier I bought a speedmaster chronometer white dail with black subdials for $900 brand new in the box a few days before the store closed. Looking back I should have bought every Omega they had left at that point. 😂
@@Zeus-kj7nn it's thicker, less comfortable, lower quality bracelet and clasp, with average PR compared to it's main competitor. So no it's no the best, but hey whatever makes you happy 🤷🏽♂️
Been looking at one a couple years now. I love the dial ! I was worried about it being 42mm. I'd much prefer a 38 to 40mm. I got to try one on in Key West last week. It wore much better than I thought it would. I'm pretty sure I need one. The Key West shop was about a grand to high and wouldn't move on price at all. Maybe I'll check out the Naples store. My problem is I own 3 nice watches now, and wear one about 4 or 5 times a year. Rest of the time I'm in my 20 year old Timex. After all it keeps on ticking. LOL But, I don't want my tombstone to read, "He didn't get the nice watches he liked."
Easy Bruce like you say change the strap I'm a Diver this watch is not a diver watch there's other brands who accommodate for that, own the blue dial bond 1997 i do prefer the black dial in this modern version hope to be purchasing one in the near future all the best from the UK.
I wear my black version on the leather strap, really like it and which I got it back in 2018, though I wear my Planet Ocean 8500 more. Thinking of getting the green version.
It's definitely a bargain on the grey market - I picked my white dial brand new on c24 with all papers for £3.6k in Jul 21. The clasp failed last year but was honoured under warranty. I'd forgo the bracelet - Better aftermarket options (better being comfortable for 6 - 7inch wrists) - Forstner and Uncle Seiko. I wear my white dial on an Erika MN and a tan ostrich - Wears great. I bought the oem strap and can't get a good fit - To tight or too loose but it's a superb strap quality wise. Best watch for the money if bought for a good price and you're not fussed about the "AD experience ". Nice Video Bruce!
Congrats on your purchase!! I’m considering getting the black dial variant in the next couple of weeks since it was my 30th birthday last month (same age as the diver 300m line) and I also got a new job from April. We also can get one brand new much cheaper than retail if we go for the grey market. Around 500,000 JPY in Tokyo. My only concern is that my wrist is only 5.9” and not sure if I can pull this thing off.
@Lemonade Candy Hey, Happy Bday and Congrats on the new job! Wow that's a great price - A lot of watch for the money! I'd definitely go for a strap option and the Forstner Bullet (Aftermarket bracelet) has a nice taper from 20mm to 16mm which helps reduce the size. It's not a small watch by any means but something to reduce the bulk will help - The previous ceramic model without the wave dial actually wears better and is 1mm smaller and that 1mm definitely makes a difference. If you could find a NOS or good condition one and stick a Forstner bullet - That would be a killer piece for a smaller wrist - Well for any wrist in my opinion. Omega are quick to react to trends and hopefully they realise that with all the success Tudor is having with the 37 & 39mm bb range they might make a slightly reduced version of the SM300- I think they would have a hit on their hands if they did!
I wish Omega released a 39-40mm version of this watch, it would be killer. Just look at how many people buys the Tudor BB58 or the Pelagos 39! I wouldn’t even blink between a Tudor and an Omega Seamaster 39, Omega all the time!
I actually just got the ceramic case with rose gold bezel 300 from Exquisite Timepieces last week when I was in Naples. Great experience buying from them. I highly recommend them and the watch. The ceramic/rose gold is underrated imo.
I've owned the white one for a couple years now and love it. It's very comfortable and sometimes I notice when I wake up in the morning that I forgot to take it off the night before. The bezel is a total disaster, however. It's almost completely unusable. The accuracy after a couple years is excellent. After two days on the wrist it's off by +0.5 seconds. So...the bezel is trash for the price and the rest of the watch is fantastic.
I bought mine 2020 and have it for 2-3 years and I love the bracelet (though it would be nice if it tapers) and the Clasp.. I’ll take it over the Rolex Sub.
Had the black on bracelet….loved it but had other all black so swapped out for the white dial….amazing, recently also bought the green although, as much as it looked unreal….I still preferred the white. I think it’s the black bezel white dial contrast and touch of red writing 🤷🏼♂️
I have a 6.5 inch wrist and I currently have the black version of the Seamaster but I am thinking of changing it for the white one. The black one is a little big so I don't know if the white one will look bigger. Need a little help deciding!! help
I am an Omega watch lover- have a 19 Speedie Moonwatch Watch collection and two PloProfs- but I am not a fan at all of any of the current Seamaster models. The Seamaster has several things I don't like at all. First are the Skeleton hands, I prefer the hands of the Seamaster "1957" to these ones coz they are more legible, or even better, the hands of the PloProf. Second, I don't like that scalloped bezel coz it, in my case, is not as easy to turn as it is a coined-edge bezel. Third, I do not like that crown for the pressure valve located at the 10-hour position. It has the tendency of getting into everything. I prefer to have it replaced by the flush one used by Rolex and other brands. Those are my Deal-breaking points. My positive point is, the movement is FANTASTIC, the dial is very legible, and the case is very well done. Omega as a brand, has nothing to envy to PP, AP, VC, or JLC, maybe just the finish of the movements maybe better than the Omega. Otherwise, Omega is technically at the same level as the TRIAD. But that is my humble opinion.......
Nice one B!! I tried the black and the blue versions, but ended up getting the "great white" couple of years back. I have it on the oem bracelet and i got also the omega rubber for it. I. Love. It. 😊 Also like you said, the lume 💪😎👌
I'm gonna be honest here. I will buy a 116610LN in a few days, but i think quality wise the Seamaster is a step (not a big one, but still) above the sub. Controversial i know. It's a beast of a watch. I just like the Supercase sub a bit more. The new sub isn't my thing. Either Supercase or 5digit.
Great review - definitely agree with the strengths that you mentioned, especially the handset and the applied markers. Just a bit above what I can spend at this point. Definitely will compare it to the SLA023/SBDX025 when the time arrives for a watch.
I daily wear the planet ocean version and Love it. You raved about the Lume...this is the only thing about my Omega that is a disappointment. The Lume sucks....I wonder why or how your 300M is different than my 600M in the Lume Dept.
Love the 300! The nttd is my absolute favorite, imo best Omega release in years! Absolute fire! Just wish it had no relation to James Bond then the price would be a couple k cheaper. Otherwise the best colorway and style.
Bruce, I would really enjoy your reviews more if your negatives with a watch are issues with a watch's functions. Most reviewers will note preferences as negatives. That should not be that way. Point out flaws and the like. Thank you for listening and hopefully you will find this suggestion as constructive.
It’s truly a fantastic piece. I’ve lusted over the Seamaster for years. I finally had the means to purchase it but was surprised at how cumbersome it feels on the wrist. I also tried the Breitling Superocean and it is fantastic, but a bit too shiny. I wanted something more subdued. I ended up with a Tudor BB58 black. It wears so comfortable and can fly under the radar. Fell in love with the gilted dial and how easy it wears. Still the Omega Seamaster is the technically superior watch.
I had the same experience. Just a bit too big and bling. I managed to pick up one of the last generation smp - 1mm smaller, thinner, no exhibition caseback and also no waves. Wears better, a little more subtle. However the BB58 wears so well and is so well styled. Great choice.
I sold my first wave dial Seamaster as I disliked the bracelet so much (it was also very difficult to take links out). On my fourth wave dial now, this time on rubber with the deployant clasp and it's a keeper. One aspect I wish they would address in the next iteration is the crown, I find it a bit on the small side. The crown on the new Breitling Superocean is way better imo.
The crown of the helium valve should be more embedded in the case, to make it more subtle, it is not enough to give it a truncated cone shape. On the other hand, if the watch is going to have a certain elegant touch, I prefer it to have a diameter of 40 mm.
I have the blue, steel and yellow gold on rubber. Doesn’t anyone think that they will reintroduce the mid size option as that seems to be the way things are heading in general? Any feedback greatly appreciated as I’d trade mine in an instant for a
I guess I'm the only guy that has no issue whatsoever with the bracelet, it feels the same to me like all the other watches I wear. As far as the look, I'm fine with that too, Does everyone want an oyster style on everything out there ?....not me
Although Seamasters are better known as blue watches, the black dial version of the 2220.80, SmpC, and course the 2254.50 are all great looking and a bit more versatile than blue.
Bought it Yesterday, I wanted it for years just a used Automatic but sprung for a brand new one. I dont want to wear a watch for the name or price but it was $5999.99 less then the Rolex Sub no wait!
It's interesting to see a new review (a look back) of the Omega Seamaster 300m. I bought mine a few years ago and still love it (white dial). What I found most striking (at the time of purchase) was the contrast of the while dial paired with the OEM black rubber strap. I bought mine on the black rubber strap, thinking I'd never wear the bracelet. But I later added it. And while the bracelet is not perfect, it has grown on me. No watch is perfect, but the Seamaster 300m is a great watch.
I went back and forth over the Great White and the black, and I opted for the black and have never looked back. Love it, absolutely love it.
Thanks for revisiting this watch Bruce! I just did a repurchase on this watch this past week and couldn't be happier!
I prefer the blue because the color is stunning and unique.
I have the Tokyo 2020 Olympic version with white dial and blue bezel. Best colour combo! The hands and hour markers change colour from black to blue in the reflection and glare. Stunning to see in person!
That one looks so sharp. Congrats!
How much did you pay? New or second hand? Congrats!
Aquired the great white on bracelet 4 weeks ago and so glad I stood firm and managed to save for it. Just bought the black and grey bond Omega nato strap for it which looks and feels great. The only negative I would say is the bezel movement but then again not as though I go diving so not as though I have too much of a need to be twiddling the bezel too often. Great watch and brilliant review.
I got to try on an Omega black wave dial Seamaster 300 ceramic on the stock Omega black ladder strap when a customer at Watch City let me try it. I was in love with this Omega and could imagine wearing it everyday.
I put the Omega rubber strap (white with deployamt clasp) after a while, but for esthetic reasons mostly. Never felt the bracelet was uncomfortable, and the micro-adjust is top notch!
Yes! Wearing exactly a black dial SMP300 now, and completely agree. It's my daily wear, and could easily be a one and done for me if it ever came to it. The black is so much more versatile, even elegant in its own sporty way, than it gets credit for. I actually really like the no taper bracelet. It kind of works for the sharp lined, robust, no nonsense approach and design language. And it counter balances the HEV by giving a little heft and presence down wrist.
Unfortunately there is no such thing as one and done when it comes to watch collecting! 😃
@@dannysimenauer5745 Haha, yeah you're totally right...I saw with a Speedy, a Grand Seiko, and a bunch of other stuff.
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IMO it’s too casual for a one and done. I’d go for the 300 heritage if I was going Omega.
Rolex explorer would cover all bases for me as well.
Bruce, thanks for the great recommendation! I have recently purchased a blue Planet Ocean with 8900 calibre. Amazingly, it ran at +0.5 secs over 4 days of normal usage.
Then I also realised this SMP 300 is equally attractive with the gloss ceramic dial and bezel, which I am equally lusting after. After experiencing the astounding accuracy of the 8900, I am pretty sure this 8800 calibre should not be far off. In addition, the 15000 gauss anti-magnetism capability is impressive as its METAS certification.
Appreciate your detailed videos and close-up shots. It would offer viewers a good opportunity to assess the build quality. Keep your videos coming! Cheers!
Still love mine 3 years later. White on the black oem rubber is the best looking imo.
And probably the most comfortable
Great video, Bruce, thank you 🙂👍. Black dial SMP300m still does it for me. Man, what a nice looking watch.
I own a blue on bracelet, and yes the bracelet sometimes hurts, and is quite substantial. The accuracy, my word, its out of the world ! Never had a remorse on buying this piece.
Loving mine since the 300M came out. Beautiful watch at a phenomenal price!
100% as good as anything out there. I picked mine up for 3,900 grey market
lol spot on with dive watch owners usually only subjecting the watch to snorkelling or swimming and the rain but you did overlook one very important element .... doing the dishes! Obviously need minimum 200m resistance!!
I bought a OEM NATO strap for my blue 300M, it's solid blue with a white stripe down the middle matches the blue + white dial perfectly.
totally changes the look and feel of the watch.
Every few months I swap out the steel bracelet for the NATO strap and wear it like that for a week or two, keeps the watch "fresh"
If you're feel the urge to buy a new watch, buy a new strap for your current watch instead, it may scratch that itch.
It’s the first Omega I ever tried on when getting into watches a couple years back. I plan on making it my next purchase.
I’ve owned a blue dial on bracelet since 2018. Still my favorite out of my collection and gets the most wrist time even after all these years.
Just got the green. I had the blue and grey for 8ish months and sold it to buy the green.
In my opinion it’s perfect. I’m not sure why it works as well as it does. If you described it to me, I’d likely assume it wasn’t for me, but this is a watch that is characterized by the sun of its parts and it just works.
I own in black, owned it over a year and still absolutely love it. I will pick up the rubber strap for the summer.
Get the deployment rubber, better than the buckle. You’ll not regret it.
@@mitchmatic8029 Thanks 🙏
I have the black dial on the OEM rubber strap with deployant. Such a great piece.
I have this exact same watch on now, I've had it two and a half years,,
I love it as much now, as the day I bought it,,.
It loses half a second a day,, the only time I don't wear it, is when I need a "beater watch". (ie, looking after the grandkids, lol, ). (The beater, is a Citizen Promaster) I'm not a collector, I only have one luxury watch, which was a retirement present to myself,, ps, I wear it in the summer, on an Isofrane black rubber strap.. All the best from across the pond,, 👍
As a very recent owner of the blue bracelet version, I wish it was 1mm thinner (I'd take that over the exhibition caseback) and that the bracelet is a bit more refined with softer edges (which is offset by the excellent glidelock clasp and great iconic design). These are the only negatives and definitely not deal-breakers. The warty HEV is Ok for me, it gives it character. Perfect daily driver.
You have named the three issues I have bracelet, thickness and warty HEV it's enough to kill it for me. I think aqua terre more versatile
@@roscopeco2000 try it on the wrist. Not sure why people complain about the thickness. It's literally only 13.6 mm and that's including the partially domed crystal and bezel. The side profile itself is really thin. It's just the crystal and bezel that add that extra thickness but since they weight next to nothing, you can't really feel that extra thickness. Hard to explain, just please try it on the wrist and see if it changes your mind. I reckon that unless you have extremely dainty wrists, it should disappear on your wrist throughout the day. I always forget mine is on (can only speak for the feel on rubber). The HEV is absolutely pointless. However, it wouldn't be the seamaster without the HEV now would it? One of those stupid quirky little things but I get where you're coming from. It would look cleaner without it, but I have grown to like it for this signature look. In a silly way, it sorta resembles the iconic 007 silhouette pose of him holding his gun.
On a more positive note, I can say that you'll never know it's there when wearing it. Has never pressed against my skin or anything. Also, the bracelet sucks ass. Gotta go rubber. It's fantastic.
I was thinking the opposite. To bad it isn't a Planet Ocean. I want something that will help keep me from blowing away in a hurricane.
I bought the blue bezel with grey dial for some versatility, I don’t have the bracelet though, I rock the rubber and absolutely love it
Totally agree with you. They should keep the elegant dimensions of the early 2000s bond era Seamasters e.g 2254.50.. I would love the modern spec watch to just have a solid case back, like the 40mm Railmaster which is stunning... and to be 12mm thick... maybe also lose the escape valve, but I can live with it.... I also prefer the old wave pattern without the laser cutting tech. Sometimes more traditional is just a nicer more organic look. Maybe that's just me
Love my black dial SMP300, it’s my daily and the bracelet is fantastic.
For anyone who likes a metal bracelet but isn't a fan of the Omega bracelet, try the steel milanese strap Omega started selling. Massive improvement and extremely comfortable and classy. It is very exp3nsive, but if you can justify it, then completely worth it. Fantastic watch the Seamaster 300SMP.
That’s what I did with my black SMP black dial . Only Seamaster I rather have is the Tokyo one but that Omega Milanese saved the day because I was getting to point of getting rid of it because of the OEM bracelet
I love my seamaster. I have a different dial/bezel though. Might have to sell it if I get the call for a submariner but otherwise I’ll be holding onto it for along time.
Years ago every Omega fanboy said everyone has a Submariner...guess what? now it seems that everyone has one of these....with that being said, it is an absolute amazing watch. I had the standard version, but it became too popular, so I got the ceramic/Titanium case version as well. It comes with a much higher price, but it is totally worth it. I sold the standard version...no regrets so far.
Everyone has one for good reason. They are awesome. Part of the youtuber special. At least 1 Rolex, a seamaster, and a tissot prx
Super popular for sure
Love this watch (even the controversial points), own the blue.
Simply beautiful.
I owned the ‘pre-wave dial version’… Still, one of my favorite watches that I’ve ever owned… I intend to buy the white wave dial later this year. I could get us some, mariner for one and one, and at the retail price, if I chose… The only reason I might go ahead and purchase a Submariner is to flip it and make a few bucks… I’ll take the Omega any day!
Great review Bruce, spot on! I love the Seamaster and it's on my list of grail watches. Someday!
Beautiful watch. I can see some areas of improvement in the next gen: longer power reserve, 39mm option, no He valve, and modern bracelet. But this is still my current grail watch. The white is gorgeous. Blue too.
Have the Great White colourway. You're so right Bruce, it's a huge spec for the money. I'm lucky to have an 8 inch wrist so even the big tank track bracelet doesn't bother me. Love this watch and look forward to your next video as always.
I appreciate that Mark. The great white is so good
The scalloped bezel is very difficult to grip in fresh water. In my experience, it is easy to grip in seawater. Yes, I have taken my Omega SMP to 130 feet in Grand Cayman. I found it to be an awesome dive watch! While I don’t find the lume lasts all night, it certainly lasts long enough to be easily read during a night dive without recharging it with a light during a dive.
Interesting. It sits on my bedside table so I can tell the time at night...even at 6 or 7 am I can read it.
Such a fantastic watch! I wear this daily rather than my explorer II Rolex as it makes me happy! Love the dial
The blue one was my first luxury watch. Since then I have gotten a few more of them, most recently the black dial version. I bought all on the bracelet, but also bought a couple of the OEM rubber strap with the fold over clasp (blue and black). I switch between the bracelet and the strap depending on my mood.
The negatives you mentioned do not bother me, but I know they do bother some.
I am relatively new to the hobby and far from being an expert, but one thing I’ve learned is try a watch on in person if at all possible before you buy it.
All of that being said, I loved this watch when I first got it and I still love it.
I've owned two, a white dial and currently have a blue dial. I have been generally pleased with the watch overall. I bought my watches with the bracelet but find it way too heavy for my comfort, so Zealande rubber straps have been an excellent and cost-effective way to enjoy the look of a fitted rubber strap for half the price of what Omega charges for their OEM strap. Neither of my Seamasters have had bezel action that I would consider good -- way too stiff and very difficult to grip properly. I don't even bother using the bezel anymore. Accuracy has been about +5 seconds a day, at the upper limit of the METAS certification. What I do like about the watch is that it is quite elegant looking, with interesting and unique features on the dial and case. On the rubber strap, the watch is very comfortable at 110 grams, and that can be brought even lower with a NATO strap. What I really appreciate about the blue variant is that the dial and bezel insert both are made from ceramic material which precisely matches in tone. Very few dive watches do that. To me, this or the blue variant of the Pelagos are the most fulfilling blue dive watches I have ever owned.
This was my first real luxury watch I purchased , not a lot I dont like about it. Could easily be a one watch for life piece !
I'm a huge Omega fan, but Rolex makes the best bracelets. I love the 93150 Oyster on my old Sub. Feels solid, not hefty, female endlinks, and a perfect clasp; secure, yet easy to open and close.
The Tokyo 2020 version is my favorite watch of all time!
I agree. I got the 2020 Tokyo Olympics white dial. Beautiful.
@@DanielMoreno-z6p There's something so special about this watch. It's a major sleeper. I love it!
I got this color variant in May 2022. I love everything about the watch even the negatives you mentioned is acceptable to me.
I did feel a little underwhelmed by the accuracy of my particular unit. Its metas card says 4.4 but it would go beyond this in a 24 hour period. Usually gets to about +6 seconds the next morning after being worn the previous day and then placed dial up for 10 hours overnight on a night stand. Mind you that accuracy is still very very good, but i guess i had high expectations for the term master chronometer 😅
Also my 3135 caliber rolex sub runs at +1.5 seconds daily so i guess in this instance, the difference in their price is evident.
Thanks for the review. Makes me appreciate my omega even more❤
Got the blue and it's spectacular. The urge is slowly creeping on the black
As per other comments and as a previous current white dial SMP300 owner....I must say the SMP300 would be a *perfect* Diver..if Omega reduced it to..or offered a version in 40mm and updated the bracelet to make it more contemporary and with a taper to give it more refinement... I would happily keep the HEV if these changes were made and I would buy it again...I sold mine after 3 months of ownership for a Tudor BB Pro, as I just couldn't find any love for the bracelet...its just too 90's and gawdy. Please please Omega...give us an alternative size SMP300 for smaller wrists (6.5") and below..and offer with a tapering bracelet like the latest Speedies....The watch is Sooo good apart from these frustrations... and as good if not better than a Rolex Sub
I have this black SMP and last week got the green dial Breitling SOH on rubber and folding clasp which I know Bruce also likes
I’m still in my honeymoon with the SOH and absolutely love It. It’s really a jewel on your wrist
The omega is more of an allrounder. The bezel action is more smooth. The movement the same. and is in its own league.
I have it on steel and rubber.
The omega rubber is really expensive for a piece of rubber but still worth every penny.
I wanted the SOH for my first luxury watch ( back then in Blue) but I’m convinced that the SMP is better suited for that. Even with the price difference ( although 2 years ago prices were closer together)
Love them both but If I can wear only watch than it’s the smp all day every day
Great watch, if they lose the wave markings on the dial I’m in.
Just get literally any other diver then, there’s so many to choose from, probably save some money too
I’d never give up my blue wave dial. A classic beauty on one of the most comfortable bracelets you’ll ever wear. It would have to be pried from my cold dead wrist…(LOL)
James Bond would agree with you
Blue dial FTW🎉
I feel the ceramic bezel insert makes it a little blingy and shiny but this watch is definitely top of its pack and the one to beat for its competitors at this extremely competitive price range. awesome footage and review!
Still a good watch but with recent Omega price rises not the bargain it was at launch. That being said it has been relatively easy to get with discounts. I paid way under retail for mine full warranty.
Was hooked on blue but now I think the black is more subtle and chic
A great balanced review Bruce! I'm possibly a tad biased as I have the Great White version. I've pondered changing the bracelet to a different strap but when I get the time to do it I just find myself enjoying it as it is. It's comfortable and the tool less micro adjust is a breeze. That mirror finished laser cut dial looks so much better in person than in any review pics of videos. I love the fully indexed bezel as it just balances everything out. I don't even mind that tooth past cap He valve as it's part of the history of the watch and is instantly recognisable as a Seamaster Professional from across the room. Thanks for sharing.
I like the helium w space value too. Without it I think it would look a little bit too much like everything else on the market
@@WatchUnwind I have to agree, it adds character and differentiates it from others.
I own this in the 'seaweed' green on the rubber strap. It's a stunning watch. A quality build and definitely a keeper. With it being a dive watch I can't understand the criticism of the scalloped bezel. I would have thought that once under air, you wouldn't have a requirement to change the bezel setting. Similar with the Helium escape valve. It's a feature that makes the Seamaster what it is. Omega please leave it as it's designed. You have a winner.
Has anyone realised that the bezel is so much easier to turn when it's underwater? It's beautiful and amazing.
Absolutely! Easier to grip in the water for some reason. Kind of clever if they did that on purpose.
@@rossdonison4999 yeah it would be clever. It's shows some lack of experience for pretty much every reviewer who says it's too hard to turn, considering the purpose is to use in water and it's great in water.
Not a diver, but after owning my Seamaster for several years, I discovered that holding the watch (after ensuring both crowns are tightened) under the warm water faucet for a few seconds while rotating the bezel achieves that same loosening that a dive does. My Omega is fifteen years old and has taken a licking and...
This watch didn't come out 5 years ago... I have one that I purchased 15 years ago at bailey banks and biddle when they were going out of business. I spent slightly under $2,000 brand new in the box with all the papers. Even crazier I bought a speedmaster chronometer white dail with black subdials for $900 brand new in the box a few days before the store closed. Looking back I should have bought every Omega they had left at that point. 😂
Any thoughts when the new generation can been released?
I have the SMP 2054.50 Black. Decided against the current black and went with the blue model.
Absolutely beautiful watch
I love this watch hope God bless me this watch
Still the best 👌
@@Greysprunkiyay and it's thicker than 13.4 mm advertised thickness
@@Greysprunkiyay love the bracelet.
@@omarion07 so ?
@@Zeus-kj7nn it's thicker, less comfortable, lower quality bracelet and clasp, with average PR compared to it's main competitor. So no it's no the best, but hey whatever makes you happy 🤷🏽♂️
@@omarion07 Wrong mate. It's still the best. 🙂
Been looking at one a couple years now. I love the dial ! I was worried about it being 42mm. I'd much prefer a 38 to 40mm. I got to try one on in Key West last week. It wore much better than I thought it would.
I'm pretty sure I need one. The Key West shop was about a grand to high and wouldn't move on price at all. Maybe I'll check out the Naples store.
My problem is I own 3 nice watches now, and wear one about 4 or 5 times a year. Rest of the time I'm in my 20 year old Timex. After all it keeps on ticking. LOL But, I don't want my tombstone to read, "He didn't get the nice watches he liked."
Easy Bruce like you say change the strap I'm a Diver this watch is not a diver watch there's other brands who accommodate for that, own the blue dial bond 1997 i do prefer the black dial in this modern version hope to be purchasing one in the near future all the best from the UK.
I wear my black version on the leather strap, really like it and which I got it back in 2018, though I wear my Planet Ocean 8500 more. Thinking of getting the green version.
YYYAAAASSSS this is such an awesome watch 😍
My own is the white dial.Looks amazing on Nato.Cherryred or 'Spectre' ( back-grey stripes) colour
Wondering wat Omega will/can do to improve on the next generation. This model is already out for 5 years. So I expect a next generation in 2024.
A fantastic review and great video,beautiful piece
It's definitely a bargain on the grey market - I picked my white dial brand new on c24 with all papers for £3.6k in Jul 21. The clasp failed last year but was honoured under warranty. I'd forgo the bracelet - Better aftermarket options (better being comfortable for 6 - 7inch wrists) - Forstner and Uncle Seiko. I wear my white dial on an Erika MN and a tan ostrich - Wears great. I bought the oem strap and can't get a good fit - To tight or too loose but it's a superb strap quality wise. Best watch for the money if bought for a good price and you're not fussed about the "AD experience ". Nice Video Bruce!
Congrats on your purchase!! I’m considering getting the black dial variant in the next couple of weeks since it was my 30th birthday last month (same age as the diver 300m line) and I also got a new job from April.
We also can get one brand new much cheaper than retail if we go for the grey market. Around 500,000 JPY in Tokyo.
My only concern is that my wrist is only 5.9” and not sure if I can pull this thing off.
@Lemonade Candy Hey, Happy Bday and Congrats on the new job! Wow that's a great price - A lot of watch for the money! I'd definitely go for a strap option and the Forstner Bullet (Aftermarket bracelet) has a nice taper from 20mm to 16mm which helps reduce the size. It's not a small watch by any means but something to reduce the bulk will help - The previous ceramic model without the wave dial actually wears better and is 1mm smaller and that 1mm definitely makes a difference. If you could find a NOS or good condition one and stick a Forstner bullet - That would be a killer piece for a smaller wrist - Well for any wrist in my opinion. Omega are quick to react to trends and hopefully they realise that with all the success Tudor is having with the 37 & 39mm bb range they might make a slightly reduced version of the SM300- I think they would have a hit on their hands if they did!
I wish Omega released a 39-40mm version of this watch, it would be killer. Just look at how many people buys the Tudor BB58 or the Pelagos 39! I wouldn’t even blink between a Tudor and an Omega Seamaster 39, Omega all the time!
I actually just got the ceramic case with rose gold bezel 300 from Exquisite Timepieces last week when I was in Naples. Great experience buying from them. I highly recommend them and the watch. The ceramic/rose gold is underrated imo.
I still have mine in white and yes, it's still one of the best!
Great video Bruce. Love my black on the Omega deployent rubber strap.
Still high up there on the diver food chain. Mine white/oem rubber. Love it!
When will we finally see an updated version?
Love mine. Wonder if they’ll ever drop back to 41 or 40mm?
At the 7:36, that bracelet and logo look like something... but I am afraid to guess - what is that watch?
I've owned the white one for a couple years now and love it. It's very comfortable and sometimes I notice when I wake up in the morning that I forgot to take it off the night before. The bezel is a total disaster, however. It's almost completely unusable. The accuracy after a couple years is excellent. After two days on the wrist it's off by +0.5 seconds. So...the bezel is trash for the price and the rest of the watch is fantastic.
I bought mine 2020 and have it for 2-3 years and I love the bracelet (though it would be nice if it tapers) and the Clasp.. I’ll take it over the Rolex Sub.
Had the black on bracelet….loved it but had other all black so swapped out for the white dial….amazing, recently also bought the green although, as much as it looked unreal….I still preferred the white. I think it’s the black bezel white dial contrast and touch of red writing 🤷🏼♂️
Mine is on the OEM rubber strap and wears very comfortably.
I am one of those that ended up buying the OEM rubber strap in addition to the bracelet as it felt too heavy at times. Spot on!
I have the OEM rubber I don’t have the official bracelet but I do have an aftermarket shark mesh which gives the watch a really cool look and feel
The deployent rubber, like the one for the Planet Ocean, is my fave. See below. OEM. Bought from this guy.
@@mitchmatic8029 yeah I have felt the one from the Aqua Terra and wondered why they didn’t use it on this
@@WatchUnwind You can get it for the pro, but two ribbed, like for Planet O, not like the one for the Aqua Tera.
@@WatchUnwind excellent choice. To me, unless I am selling the watch, looking in retrospective I’d have bought it in rubber strap.
I have a 6.5 inch wrist and I currently have the black version of the Seamaster but I am thinking of changing it for the white one. The black one is a little big so I don't know if the white one will look bigger. Need a little help deciding!! help
I am an Omega watch lover- have a 19 Speedie Moonwatch Watch collection and two PloProfs- but I am not a fan at all of any of the current Seamaster models. The Seamaster has several things I don't like at all. First are the Skeleton hands, I prefer the hands of the Seamaster "1957" to these ones coz they are more legible, or even better, the hands of the PloProf. Second, I don't like that scalloped bezel coz it, in my case, is not as easy to turn as it is a coined-edge bezel. Third, I do not like that crown for the pressure valve located at the 10-hour position. It has the tendency of getting into everything. I prefer to have it replaced by the flush one used by Rolex and other brands. Those are my Deal-breaking points. My positive point is, the movement is FANTASTIC, the dial is very legible, and the case is very well done. Omega as a brand, has nothing to envy to PP, AP, VC, or JLC, maybe just the finish of the movements maybe better than the Omega. Otherwise, Omega is technically at the same level as the TRIAD. But that is my humble opinion.......
I have a 2013 model with blue dial/bezel...best watch ever
Nice one B!! I tried the black and the blue versions, but ended up getting the "great white" couple of years back. I have it on the oem bracelet and i got also the omega rubber for it. I. Love. It. 😊 Also like you said, the lume 💪😎👌
I'm gonna be honest here. I will buy a 116610LN in a few days, but i think quality wise the Seamaster is a step (not a big one, but still) above the sub. Controversial i know. It's a beast of a watch. I just like the Supercase sub a bit more. The new sub isn't my thing. Either Supercase or 5digit.
Great review - definitely agree with the strengths that you mentioned, especially the handset and the applied markers. Just a bit above what I can spend at this point. Definitely will compare it to the SLA023/SBDX025 when the time arrives for a watch.
I daily wear the planet ocean version and Love it. You raved about the Lume...this is the only thing about my Omega that is a disappointment. The Lume sucks....I wonder why or how your 300M is different than my 600M in the Lume Dept.
Love the 300! The nttd is my absolute favorite, imo best Omega release in years! Absolute fire! Just wish it had no relation to James Bond then the price would be a couple k cheaper. Otherwise the best colorway and style.
Haha that is true
Bruce, I would really enjoy your reviews more if your negatives with a watch are issues with a watch's functions. Most reviewers will note preferences as negatives. That should not be that way. Point out flaws and the like. Thank you for listening and hopefully you will find this suggestion as constructive.
The black is the best IMO!
It’s truly a fantastic piece. I’ve lusted over the Seamaster for years. I finally had the means to purchase it but was surprised at how cumbersome it feels on the wrist. I also tried the Breitling Superocean and it is fantastic, but a bit too shiny. I wanted something more subdued. I ended up with a Tudor BB58 black. It wears so comfortable and can fly under the radar. Fell in love with the gilted dial and how easy it wears. Still the Omega Seamaster is the technically superior watch.
I had the same experience. Just a bit too big and bling. I managed to pick up one of the last generation smp - 1mm smaller, thinner, no exhibition caseback and also no waves. Wears better, a little more subtle. However the BB58 wears so well and is so well styled. Great choice.
Agreed. I was shocked when I tried one on. So damn heavy and cumbersome! I much prefer the older generations... they were elegant and wearable
Wearability beats technical gimmicks any day. For me the best 300M is still the nineties version.
@@dstfno exactly. Well said
Tudor is a poor man’s Rolex. You should have went with the SEAMASTER
I sold my first wave dial Seamaster as I disliked the bracelet so much (it was also very difficult to take links out). On my fourth wave dial now, this time on rubber with the deployant clasp and it's a keeper. One aspect I wish they would address in the next iteration is the crown, I find it a bit on the small side. The crown on the new Breitling Superocean is way better imo.
Always wondered how this watch would look with the Planet Ocean bracelet on it.
The crown of the helium valve should be more embedded in the case, to make it more subtle, it is not enough to give it a truncated cone shape. On the other hand, if the watch is going to have a certain elegant touch, I prefer it to have a diameter of 40 mm.
Definitely still the best 👌🏻
My favourite watch by far.
I have the blue, steel and yellow gold on rubber. Doesn’t anyone think that they will reintroduce the mid size option as that seems to be the way things are heading in general? Any feedback greatly appreciated as I’d trade mine in an instant for a
Really love this watch!
Oh my god..this my dream watch😢
I guess I'm the only guy that has no issue whatsoever with the bracelet, it feels the same to me like all the other watches I wear. As far as the look, I'm fine with that too, Does everyone want an oyster style on everything out there ?....not me
Just got the green version. An absolute beast compared to my 90's MK3 Dynamic
Although Seamasters are better known as blue watches, the black dial version of the 2220.80, SmpC, and course the 2254.50 are all great looking and a bit more versatile than blue.
Bought it Yesterday, I wanted it for years just a used Automatic but sprung for a brand new one. I dont want to wear a watch for the name or price but it was $5999.99 less then the Rolex Sub no wait!