Presenting a truly exceptional piece of horological history: a vintage 1966 Omega Seamaster 300, reference 165.014. This is not merely a watch, but a story on your wrist, embodying the golden age of professional dive watches. Recently serviced by our expert watchmaker, this timepiece runs beautifully and is ready for its next custodian.
Originally introduced in 1957 as part of Omega's "Professional" trilogy, the Seamaster 300 was engineered for the most demanding underwater environments. It was a purpose-built tool for professional divers, military personnel, and adventurers who required uncompromising reliability and legibility deep beneath the surface. Its robust construction, rotating bezel, and luminous markers made it an essential piece of equipment for pioneers of the deep.
This specific example from 1966 is a collector's dream. It remains in stunning, all-original condition, a rarity that becomes harder to find with each passing year. The dial has developed a beautiful, even patina, giving the luminous markers a warm, aged character that simply cannot be replicated. Complementing the dial is the original bakelite bezel, which is remarkably clean and well-preserved, free from the common cracks and significant blemishes that plague many examples of this era.
Finding an early Seamaster 300 is one thing, but securing an example that has retained all its original components and aged this gracefully is another entirely. Most of these tool watches were used as intended, leading to replaced parts and heavy wear over the decades. This watch represents a rare opportunity to acquire a genuine, honest piece of Omega's dive watch legacy.
The Details:
Case: 39 mm Stainless steel case showing honest signs of previous wear with no major distractions to mention
Bezel: Original Bezel in attractive vintage condition. It shows a few contact marks as expected from a 50+ year old bezel
Dial/Hands: Original Omega black dial in very attractive condition with nice even patina forming on all of the markers. This is a very eye appealing dial with matching patina on both the lume plots of the dial along with the hands. Dial is original and untouched. The dial does show some signs of abrasions as expected from a 50+ year old Hands are attractive and original.
Caseback: Original stainless steel caseback which with correct 165.014 engraving
Movement: Omega 552 automatic winding movement which remains unserviced. We decided to keep the watch unserviced to allow the next collector the decision of if/who they would like to service this special watch. Serviced recommended as with any vintage timepiece.
Bracelet/Strap: Original Omega stainless bracelet showing honest signs of previous wear and very light stretch as expected of a vintage stainless steel bracelet. The bracelet is marked 1035 with 6 endlinks. The watch will fit a 8.2 inch wrist.
Crystal: Acrylic in attractive condition
Accessories: Watch comes watch only, it does not come with box or papers.
