New Seamaster 300!

[dshin525]

Its been almost a year since I moved to Korea as an expat and I wanted to pick up something special for myself. I went to the Shinsegae mall in Seoul with my mind set on picking up a diver (I have been looking for one since I sold my 5513 Sub last year), specifically a blue dial one. I was hoping the Tudor boutique would have the Pelagos FXD...but it wasn't to be. I did put myself on a list for when they get their next shipment (the associate said hopefully in Jan).
I really was tempted by the blue dial black bays...but they just didnt click with me.
Then I walked into the Omega boutique...and they had this in the display case. They had just gotten it in a few days prior and was the only one they had. I almost bought one a few years ago when they were first released but never followed through. I tried it on and ended up buying it on the spot. Love the sandwich dial. And the reduced lettering makes the dial look much cleaner. I am not sure about discounts given on Omegas these days...I was able to get about 8.5% off, which I thought was pretty good, especially given that I barely speak Korean!
Now I am on the hunt for the perfect replacement strap. While the bracelet is one of the more comfortable ones Ive tried, I am not a fan of metal bracelets.
Anyhow, very happy with this pick up and hope to enjoy it for years to come!

[N_Architect]

Congrats, beautiful piece.
Enjoy if in good health.

I miss the expat life in Korea.... (and the acquisitions that come with it)

[JC316]

Congrats! Awesome acquisition! Which Shinsaegae did you go to?

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[alllexandru]

Nice catch!
Looks good on your wrist, congratulations.
Add some photos under direct sunlight

[dshin525]

Originally Posted by JC316

Congrats! Awesome acquisition! Which Shinsaegae did you go to?

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The main branch, in Myeong-dong.
I see that you are in Korea as well?

[JC316]

Yes sir. How was the customer service at that branch? The young lady who worked there was not very friendly last time I visited.

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[AEC]

Cool Omega!

I have seen photos of that watch on a Tropic strap in Navy, and it looked perfect to me

[Moose500]

Nice watch!

[winst]

Great watch - congratulations!

[1William]

Congratulations.

[hedet]

Very nice pickup, and the best seamaster for wearing on straps imo

[RLROCK]

Congrats!

I love switching to a strap every now and then on mine.


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[sensui]

Great watch. Looks great on you.

[dshin525]

Originally Posted by JC316

Yes sir. How was the customer service at that branch? The young lady who worked there was not very friendly last time I visited.

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The person I dealt with was a young guy. He was super nice and enthusiastic. There was a young woman there as well but she was helping someone else.

[jed11]

A beauty.

[oldman2005]

Beautiful, congrats!

[DCheeta]

Congrats, great watch!

I love Korea, we go at least once a year (in normal times). I’m jealous that you live there. Enjoy the beautiful country and the beautiful watch!

[amphr1]

Congratulations! Any reason you didn't get an omega strap while you were at the boutique?

[dshin525]

Originally Posted by amphora001

Congratulations! Any reason you didn't get an omega strap while you were at the boutique?

I wanted to get a nato while there. But they didnt have the color I wanted. Plus I was thinking about getting an Erika's Original strap and I ended up ordering one today.