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Perfect for coastal weekends and smart city days, this 1999 Omega Seamaster 300M 41mm in stainless steel brings refined sportiness. With its black wave dial and blue bezel, it transitions seamlessly from daytime meetings to dinner on the harbour.
Please note that the majority of our items are vintage and therefore have tales to tell unless stated otherwise. Therefore, please look at pictures, descriptions and measurements provided as they give you the best idea of the story this item has to tell.
* Please note that when you buy a vintage product, the dimensions may vary slightly from a new one depending on previous care and storage.
Q: What is the Omega Seamaster 300M Ref. 2531.80.00? A: The Ref. 2531.80.00 is the iconic “Bond” Seamaster, famously worn by Pierce Brosnan in films such as Tomorrow Never Dies and The World Is Not Enough. It features a 41mm stainless steel case, the signature blue wave-pattern dial, skeleton hands, and a blue aluminium bezel. It is widely recognised as the watch that established the modern era of the Seamaster Diver 300M.
Q: Which movement powers this watch? A: This model is powered by the Omega Calibre 1120, a self-winding automatic chronometer based on the reliable ETA 2892-A2. It features a rhodium-plated finish, a power reserve of approximately 44 hours, and is COSC-certified for precision.
Q: What is the purpose of the extra crown at 10 o’clock? A: That is the Helium Escape Valve (HEV). Designed for professional saturation diving, it allows helium atoms to escape the case during decompression to prevent the crystal from popping off. For everyday wear, it serves as a distinctive aesthetic hallmark of the Seamaster Professional line.
Q: Is this 1999 model water-resistant? A: Originally rated to 300 metres (1,000 feet), this is a professional diver’s watch. However, on vintage and pre-owned pieces, water resistance is not guaranteed without recent servicing and pressure testing. We recommend avoiding swimming or showering with the watch unless you have had the seals checked by a qualified watchmaker.
Q: What type of luminescence does it have? A: By 1999, Omega had transitioned from Tritium to Super-LumiNova for its dial markers and hands. This means the lume should still be functional and white, without the yellow patina or radioactive aging found on earlier vintage models.
Q: How does the bracelet fit? A: The watch comes on the famous 5-link stainless steel “Bond” bracelet (typically Ref. 1503/825), known for its intricate brushed and polished finish and high comfort. It features a secure fold-over clasp with a diver’s extension link. This specific example fits a wrist of 20cm or smaller.
Q: What is included with this specific watch? A: As outlined in the product details, this item is sold as the watch only (“no accessories”) and does not include the original box or papers. It is in very good condition with light traces of use and shiny hardware.
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A Retro Tale specialises in vintage and pre-owned goods from the world's most loved fashion houses. We guarantee that all of our products are 100 percent authentic. Every item sold on our site undergoes a rigorous authentication process, in which our experts delve deep into the heritage of a brand via its craftsmanship techniques. This requires a rigorous and methodical process.
For us, authentication is about more than expertise; it offers a fascinating insight into the history of fashion and the craftsmanship involved in production.
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/ Omega
/ Watches
/ Mens watches
/ Seamaster
2 576 £
66%
off retail price
• Stainless steel case and bracelet
• 41mm case
• Black dial with wave pattern and date window
• Blue unidirectional bezel
• Automatic movement
• Year 1999
