Introducing: The Omega Seamaster Diver 300M In Ceramic And Titanium

January 22, 2019

Last year in Basel, we saw a pretty major update to Omega's Seamaster Diver 300M lineup. As you may recall, these updates took the form of a new version of the ceramic bezel, a ceramic dial engraved with a wave motif,?a redesigned helium-escape valve, and an upgrade to the Master Chronometer / METAS-certified Caliber 8800. With the 42mm model in the range in stainless steel on a rubber strap coming in at just $4,750, the Seamaster Diver 300M is one of the best value propositions in all of modern watchmaking. A thoroughly tested, highly water-resistant, chronometer-rated, amagnetic sports watch with ceramic bezel that will set you back less than $5,000 is really hard to argue with. This upcoming version, which is expected to drop sometime in the spring, will feature a case made from polished and brushed ceramic, with a caseback made from grade 5 titanium. The bezel is also made in grade 5 titanium, and the ring inside it is black ceramic. The diving scale on the ring is white enamel, offering a nice contrast that translates to great legibility. In fact, there is plenty of contrast on the dial, too, which is also brushed ceramic, though in this case the familiar wave motif is laser engraved in positive relief. Oh, and they killed the date window. While the core collection of the Seamaster Diver 300M comes with a 42mm case, this one is listed at 43.5mm. It comes on a black rubber strap with a buckle in black ceramic. Initial Thoughts This is the best-looking Seamaster 300 I've seen since the range was relaunched last year. ?The current entry point for a Master Chronometer Seamaster Diver 300M is ?$4,750 for steel on a rubber strap, while gold and steel variations on bracelets max out at $9,700. Coming in right in the middle, this new ceramic and titanium option feels like a great value. It's interesting to see Omega pair its technologically advanced, METAS-Certified family of calibers with Seamaster Diver 300M made from ceramic and titanium. Especially since last year's update, the Seamaster Diver 300M has been really easy to get behind from a technology and watchmaking standpoint as well as being a fantastic value for money, even if I personally wished for a bit more on the design front. This new model raises the bar, and I'd love to get some wrist time with it soon. The Basics Brand: OmegaModel: Seamaster Diver 300MReference Number: 210.92.44.20.01.001Diameter: 43.5mmCase Material: Black ceramic with grade-5 titanium casebackDial Color: Black ceramicIndexes: Round and stick, applied, lume-filledLume: YesWater Resistance: 300 metersStrap/Bracelet: Black strap? The Movement Caliber: Omega Caliber 8806Functions: Hours, minutes, secondsDiameter: 29mmPower Reserve: 55 hoursWinding: AutomaticFrequency: 3.5 Hz (25,200 vph)Jewels: 35Chronometer Certified? Pricing & Availability Price: $8,100Availability: Spring 2019For more click here.