In the new Omega Seamaster Diver 300M the case is a continuous alternation between matted and polished surfaces, the sapphire crystal case-back with its NAIAD lock design reminds us of the the design of the ceramic bezel. I have been following Omega for a long time and what I noticed is that the details are increasingly the focus of its products development. It is details that make the difference between this Omega Seamaster 300M and its predecessors. The bracelet features a folding clasp with a micro adjustment system and a slightly revised design that enhances its ergonomics. The evolution also concerns the general portability of the watch, because the case now reaches 42mm in diameter – a size that I am happy with for its sportiness and versatility (and a reduced thickness – an advantage if compared to a Planet Ocean).

If the movement of the outgoing Seamaster 300M, the caliber Omega 2500, was the evolution of an ETA caliber with the addition of the Co-Axial escapement, the new Omega Seamaster Diver 300M inherited an innovative manufacturing caliber, namely the Omega 8800 Master Co-Axial (resistance to magnetic fields above 15,000 Gauss). The owners of the Omega Seamaster Diver 300M 2018 will also be able to enjoy the best available technology. Innovation? No, it is natural evolution.įrom a technical point of view, the evolution process of the entire Omega range continues undaunted, year after year, model after model. A certain degree of symmetry is then re-established on the dial, because the date has been moved to 6 o’clock and the hours counter is now identical in style to that of the minutes, thus acquiring the typical “sword” shape. The dial is engraved rather than printed, as many competitors do, and the elevated glass indexes are filled with Super– Luminova®, and give this timepiece three-dimensionality and a play of light and shadow that are typical of the Aqua Terra collection. The brand does this in an innovative way by taking advantage of the current technology of the brand – a deep laser engraving on a ceramic dial.

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