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For Sale is my 1965 Omega Seamaster SM300 165.014 which had a fairly short production run between 1964 - 1966....and this one has a very interesting Israeli Navy connection:
I bought the Watch from a retired Israeli Navy Officer with over 25 years service. On Christmas Eve '69 he took part in a daring Military Operation wearing this very Watch.
"By late afternoon, about 20 Israeli sailors were aboard each of the five boats. But a storm had arisen and a strong wind was blowing. These were bad conditions for any ship, but even more so for the missile boats, which were not designed for such conditions. But there was no choice. They had to sail that night."
"The Israeli government did not accept direct responsibility at first. The boats did receive attention on the high seas however, as the sailors aboard viewed a myriad of French Mirages flying overhead. Later they encountered American and even Soviet ships. But the boats motored on to Israel unimpeded. As the ships approached the shores of Israel, an escort of Israeli fighter planes accompanied them."
See further details here: http://www.militaryphotos.net/forums/archive/index.php/t-4529.html
The Watch is a fantastic all original example using the straight lug case with 19mm lug width. The original dial & handset both have aging to them - some spotting to the dial in certain light and the hour hand shows some corrosion (probably due to the poor crown seal - movement is in excellent condition).
Unfortunately the bezel insert is gone....but these are nearly always damaged and can been sent to Aldo in Italy to recreate if required....however I wanted to keep the Watch as worn considering it's history.
Case is in superb condition - untouched and straight with no major dinks and more importantly has never been polished:
Correct Omega crown fitted:
and that cracking domed Omega crystal....
Caseback complete with Seamaster logo & wording:
23mill Cal 552 movement is running very well & keeping excellent time....reserve is ok , however Service history is unknown and is priced accordingly:
I would like £1895 GBP which I think represents excellent value for a desirable sm300 with a Navy connection.
Payment via Bank Transfer - Shipment within the UK via RMSD - FEDEX Priority available at cost to Buyer Worldwide.
Plenty of references available -
Best - Neil
For Sale is my 1965 Omega Seamaster SM300 165.014 which had a fairly short production run between 1964 - 1966....and this one has a very interesting Israeli Navy connection:
I bought the Watch from a retired Israeli Navy Officer with over 25 years service. On Christmas Eve '69 he took part in a daring Military Operation wearing this very Watch.
"By late afternoon, about 20 Israeli sailors were aboard each of the five boats. But a storm had arisen and a strong wind was blowing. These were bad conditions for any ship, but even more so for the missile boats, which were not designed for such conditions. But there was no choice. They had to sail that night."
"The Israeli government did not accept direct responsibility at first. The boats did receive attention on the high seas however, as the sailors aboard viewed a myriad of French Mirages flying overhead. Later they encountered American and even Soviet ships. But the boats motored on to Israel unimpeded. As the ships approached the shores of Israel, an escort of Israeli fighter planes accompanied them."
See further details here: http://www.militaryphotos.net/forums/archive/index.php/t-4529.html
The Watch is a fantastic all original example using the straight lug case with 19mm lug width. The original dial & handset both have aging to them - some spotting to the dial in certain light and the hour hand shows some corrosion (probably due to the poor crown seal - movement is in excellent condition).
Unfortunately the bezel insert is gone....but these are nearly always damaged and can been sent to Aldo in Italy to recreate if required....however I wanted to keep the Watch as worn considering it's history.
Case is in superb condition - untouched and straight with no major dinks and more importantly has never been polished:
Correct Omega crown fitted:
and that cracking domed Omega crystal....
Caseback complete with Seamaster logo & wording:
23mill Cal 552 movement is running very well & keeping excellent time....reserve is ok , however Service history is unknown and is priced accordingly:
I would like £1895 GBP which I think represents excellent value for a desirable sm300 with a Navy connection.
Payment via Bank Transfer - Shipment within the UK via RMSD - FEDEX Priority available at cost to Buyer Worldwide.
Plenty of references available -
Best - Neil
