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Old 22 March 2014, 04:11 PM   #1
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I've always admired the Omega Seamaster 300 vintage diver. Today I was presented one during a trade- This Omega ended up on my wrist.

Can't wait to find a nice shark bracelet..., Yes, it's old and worn, but I am always drawn to vintage divers from many makes...
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Old 23 March 2014, 02:22 PM   #2
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Here is a slightly improved picture. I am enjoying reading about the different versions of 166.024 big triangle Omega.

A few questions for the Omega fans,
-Should I put the original hand on it, as they match the dial better..?
-Which metal strap would you install on it, 1 thick shark mesh, 2 thinner shark mesh, 3 Original 1039 mega bracelet, 4 Other..?
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Old 23 March 2014, 11:49 PM   #3
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Looks great Al. The SM300 is a winner. I love to see this one with mesh. Congrats!
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Old 24 March 2014, 12:45 AM   #4
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Looks great Al. The SM300 is a winner. I love to see this one with mesh. Congrats!
Hey Thanks, I assumed there were a few vintage Seamaster fans out there. Here is the movement pic. Also, this watch is keeping dead on time. I also like the push button quickset feature...
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Old 24 March 2014, 01:03 AM   #5
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Hey Thanks, I assumed there were a few vintage Seamaster fans out there. Here is the movement pic. Also, this watch is keeping dead on time. I also like the push button quickset feature...
What a beautiful movement.. Looks awesome, Al.
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Old 24 March 2014, 01:18 AM   #6
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Old 24 March 2014, 04:09 AM   #7
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Awesome!

Nice original dial - you can see the dot on the 6' marker.

How do the original hands look?

I am curious - how does your lume respond to bright LED?



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Very nice and honest vintage diver!

I would go with the original hands, and wear it on leather. If you must have a bracelet, the thinner steel mesh is more comfortable., IMO.
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Fantastic choice!
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Old 25 March 2014, 12:25 PM   #10
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Nice 165 you have there. The original hands will be here next week- I'll post pics after I have them installed.

The only thing that lights up are the newer hands...

Thanks for posting a pic of your omega...


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Awesome!

Nice original dial - you can see the dot on the 6' marker.

How do the original hands look?

I am curious - how does your lume respond to bright LED?
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Old 25 March 2014, 05:04 PM   #11
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Old 25 March 2014, 10:37 PM   #12
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Nice scoop. Bezel and dial are awesome w warm patina.
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Here is a slightly improved picture. I am enjoying reading about the different versions of 166.024 big triangle Omega.

A few questions for the Omega fans,
-Should I put the original hand on it, as they match the dial better..?
-Which metal strap would you install on it, 1 thick shark mesh, 2 thinner shark mesh, 3 Original 1039 mega bracelet, 4 Other..?
I would put the Stainless Steel Bracelet - Moonwatch Model SP1 - 16 x 20mm, Omega 1171.633 on it, that's what I bought for mine. Looks great, didn't like the mesh bracelets for some reason. JMHO
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Thanks for sharing. The SM300 is an awesome watch.
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