Omega

Omega Men's 2253.80.00 Seamaster 300M Chrono Diver Watch

• Quality Swiss Automatic movement; Functions without a battery; Powers automatically with the movement of your arm
• Domed, anti-reflective scratch-resistant sapphire crystal
• Case diameter: 38 mm

Product Description

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Set sail with confidence and style to points unknown with this classic Omega Seamaster stainless steel men's automatic chronometer watch, a highly accurate timepiece that's as comfortable negotiating deals in the boardroom as it is navigating the breaking seas. It's also a great diving watch, with water resistance to 300 meters (984 feet) and a helium escape valve, which allows helium to escape from inside the watch when the watch is worn in highly pressurized environments (such as long-term underwater work or crude oil exploration). Definitively masculine in design, it features a mid-sized, round silver stainless steel watch case that blends brushed and polished surfaces and measures 38mm (1.50 inches) wide and 11.5mm (0.45 inches) deep.

The silver stainless steel watch case with a rhodium-plated finish is topped by a silver unidirectional bezel with markings in black. It frames a blue dial background with a Geneva wave pattern and large, luminous Dauphine hands (with seconds hand) and baton dial markers. Other features include an automatic date display at 3 o'clock, screw-in caseback, screw-locked crown, and scratch-resistant and glare-proofed domed sapphire crystal. It's completed by a silver stainless steel link bracelet band that offers polished highlights, which is joined by a secure, push-button clasp. It's completed by a silver stainless steel link bracelet band that offers polished highlights, which is joined by a secure, push-button clasp.

Originally created in the 1750s, the first chronometers were clocks that were accurate enough to calculate the longitude of a ship's position. Today, the chronometer label is bestowed upon timepieces that have undergone precision tests and received a certificate from the official COSC (Control Officile Suisse de Chronometers) regulatory organization that rigorously tests and certifies (or fails) watch movements for chronometer status.

Automatic Watch Movement
An automatic watch is self-winding, and its movement has a reserve that must be at least partially filled prior to being worn. This is done by shaking and winding the timepiece manually. In order for an automatic timepiece to keep a reserve, it must be worn daily for 8 hours of active wear. This watch as a power reserve of 44 hours.

The Omega Story
The Omega watch story begins in 1848, when founder Louis Brandt began hand assembling key-wound precision pocket watches from parts supplied by local craftsmen in his principality La Chaux-de-Fonds, in the northwest corner of Switzerland. However, the Omega name didn't appear until 1894, after Louis Brandt had passed away and his watchmaking traditions were taken over by his sons, Louis-Paul and Cesar Brandt. Omega watches have long been associated with glamorous screen and sports stars--the Omega Seamaster is famous for being the watch of choice for James Bond--with current ambassadors including Pierce Brosnan, Nicole Kidman, tennis player Anna Kournikova, and swimmers Michael Phelps and Ian Thorpe.

But Omega is more than just a fashionable watch. In 1965, the Omega Speedmaster chronograph was "flight-qualified by NASA for all manned space missions" as the only wristwatch to have withstood all of the U.S. space agency's severe tests, including passing grades for extreme shocks, vibrations, and temperatures ranging from -18 to +93 degrees Celsius. The greatest moment in the Speedmaster's history was undoubtedly 20 July 1969 at 02:56 GMT, when it recorded man's first steps on the Moon's surface as part of the Apollo 11 mission. Today, Omega is known for its rigorous testing of new movements, cases, and bands. Each new Omega movement is tested on the wrist in existing Omega models, while various laboratory tests are conducted to determine temperature-resistance, shock-resistance and vibration-resistance.

The Omega Story

The Omega watch story begins in 1848, when founder Louis Brandt began hand assembling key-wound precision pocket watches from parts supplied by local craftsmen in his principality La Chaux-de-Fonds, in the northwest corner of Switzerland. However, the Omega name didn't appear until 1894, after Louis Brandt had passed away and his watchmaking traditions were taken over by his sons, Louis-Paul and Cesar Brandt. Omega watches have long been associated with glamorous screen and sports stars--the Omega Seamaster is famous for being the watch of choice for James Bond--with current ambassadors including Pierce Brosnan, Nicole Kidman, tennis player Anna Kournikova, and swimmers Michael Phelps and Ian Thorpe.

But Omega is more than just a fashionable watch. In 1965, the Omega Speedmaster chronograph was "flight-qualified by NASA for all manned space missions" as the only wristwatch to have withstood all of the U.S. space agency's severe tests, including passing grades for extreme shocks, vibrations, and temperatures ranging from -18 to +93 degrees Celsius. The greatest moment in the Speedmaster's history was undoubtedly 20 July 1969 at 02:56 GMT, when it recorded man's first steps on the Moon's surface as part of the Apollo 11 mission. Omega watches rocketed off to space on many subsequent missions, including visits to Skylab and the historic Apollo-Soyuz link-up of Soviet and American astronauts in 1975.

In more recent years, Omega created the world's first self-winding wristwatch with central tourbillon in 1994 and made history in 1999 with the first mass-produced watch incorporating the co-axial escapement, developed in conjunction with renowned English master watchmaker George Daniels. In simple terms, the escapement is the heart of a mechanical watch, generating the impulses that make the mechanism move. Omega's Co-Axial Escapement drastically reduces the friction among the parts that transmit energy to the other components, producing greater stability and precision and reducing service requirements.

Today, Omega is known for its rigorous testing of new movements, cases, and bands. Each new Omega movement is tested on the wrist in existing Omega models, while various laboratory tests are conducted to determine temperature-resistance, shock-resistance and vibration-resistance.

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 2.3 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B000BK35LA
• Item model number: 2253.80.00
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #38,886 in Watches (See Top 100 in Watches)

Customer Reviews

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9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great watch, overall, July 1, 2008

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alpha-dog (USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Omega Men's 2253.80.00 Seamaster 300M Chrono Diver Watch (Watch)

I purchased this watch as a reward to myself. I was impressed by a few things, the value, the quality of workmanship and the overall stunning appearance.

First off, you have to love the price, I looked at a few higher end watches in an Authorized Dealer store, and not a single watch (including this Omega was under ($2500). I purchased this Omega, the 2253.80 for just under $1600 with express shipping. You can buy the Quartz version (Omega 2265.80 I believe) for only $1300, I think it is better to buy this higher quality self winding version. It is small difference in price, and I think in the long run is a wise decision. Should the day come when you want or need to sell it, self winding/automatic watches have a much higher resale value than Quartz. I see this watch as more of a wearable investment rather than a watch, sort of like fine art. You can buy a decent cheapo watch for $100 or 200 but you just won't get a lifetime or more of use.

The workmanship on this watch is great, everything is topnotch. The crown is designed well, the band is nice, not cheap looking, and the hands are easy to read, unlike some of the more modern designs. The locking clasp is perfect, as with all Omegas. Omega presents it to you beautifully, the case is red leather, and the ID/chronometer cards are held in a white leather portfolio-style case

The watch itself is stunning. It is sophisticated, somewhat conservative but with a modern flair. It compliments a dress suit, business casual, or even just a t-shirt. The bezel/face is the perfect size for any size wrist. 35mm is slightly on the smaller side for a men's watch, but I have large wrists (8") and it is just the right size. Some of the larger watches, are just too large and bulky to wear, this Omega is perfect. It is sturdy, but not heavy, and is perfect for almost any occasion.

Finally, my gripes. These are barely worth mentioning, but a review would not be complete without mentioning the negatives of a products. First, Amazon did a sub-par job packaging it for shipment. It did have bubble wrap, but the box was too short for Omega's box so there was a significant bulge. Once you open the box, you will most likely notice there is some black smudging on the thing holding the watch in Omega's beautiful leather/velvet-y case. This is yet again, Amazon's fault. They put a bar code sticker to identify the watch, and the ink rubs off.

My conclusion, if you are in the market for a watch that will get you attention and snob appeal look elsewhere (diamond/gold Rolex). This watch, while unique, and stunning isn't going to get average people to look at you. Only people that know about the quality of watches, or are somewhat keen on good things will know to identify it. You can walk into a bar with gold Rolex and heads will turn. Whether or not you want that attention is probably determined by some sort of self loathing or the need for attention.

If you are looking for a high-quality time piece that has value and style this is the perfect gift for the one you love, or yourself. I personally own a Rolex Stainless Submariner, Tug Heuer, and a Citizen Eco-Drive and this Omega is my favorite watch.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful Omega..., March 3, 2009

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MADC "mdiaz" (America Latina) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Omega Men's 2253.80.00 Seamaster 300M Chrono Diver Watch (Watch)

I am a watch collector, but this is my first Omega. It arrived today!! Until now, in the upper price department I have Rolex and Breitling and some others a little bit more middle range like Tissot, Certina, Hamilton and lots of japanese (also very good!!)...All are beautiful timepieces but also watches you can wear with a suit and tie (the size of this Omega is perfect) or with jogging pants...This Omega is a great sports watch but also a great dress watch..I don't like those watches with a lot of complications and so expensive that if you have the money you'd rather buy a Lexus!!
This Omega is beautiful and useful, but the main thing is that you have a quality watch...

5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful Timepiece, June 12, 2007

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auee92 "eric" (Lawrenceville, GA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Omega Men's 2253.80.00 Seamaster 300M Chrono Diver Watch (Watch)

Same pedigree as a Rolex, $1000's less, excellent workmanship and attention to detail, can be worn with Armani business attire or baggy shorts and polo. I love this watch.