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Hunting for a Grail - 2531.80 vs 2220.80?

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I too grew up obsessing over the Goldeneye first generation of the Omega Seamaster 300m.

Tbh I am happy I wasnt able to afford a luxury watch until recently because I like the new 2018 model with the 8800 movement more than any of them.

But that's just me. In your case I'd probably go for the one that has been practically untouched for 10 years and pretty much brand new. And once received I'd send it out to Omega to have it serviced so it was fresh and as new as it could be for your first day on wrist.
 
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2220.80 is my pick!! loved this model for its applied markers, applied logo and classic wave dial......
 
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I'm a vintage Bond fan too. The one I want is this:
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The 2541.80 is probably the best tool watch in Omega’s history. It has a laser beam function incorporated into the watch’s helium escape valve. Comes in handy if you should ever find yourself in a precarious situation with a criminal international mastermind
 
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I like the 2531.80.00 more.
It is not that high with the cal. 1120... Much more comfortable on the wrist.
 
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snunez snunez
Doesn't it seem strange that someone would be wearing a dinner jacket and cuff links and a diving watch at the same time? I mean besides Omega paying the film studio to do that, you probably would never see that in real life.

Actually, I believe Prince William does all the time 😀
 
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FWIW I like the 2532.80 the best from this generation of Seamasters. The polished steel bezel doesn't scratch the way the blue anodized ones do
 
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I love my 2531, but watch out for replacement bracelet cost (£600). Just ran a test and power reserve is over 48 hrs! Bezel is scratched but replacing is ridiculous for an item that wears. Very tough indeed in general but this is an annoying vulnerability on a pretty invincible build.

Mine is mid size and doesn’t really cut it as a dive watch - skeleton hands not a good design. No on uses watches much any more w the quality of dive computers
 
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snunez snunez
Doesn't it seem strange that someone would be wearing a dinner jacket and cuff links and a diving watch at the same time? I mean besides Omega paying the film studio to do that, you probably would never see that in real life.
Not when, following a baccarat session, you are equally likely to find yourself in the bedroom of some mysterious woman, or diving into the marina next to the casino in order to secretly board someone’s luxury yacht.
 
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I have the 2220.80. I wanted it after watching Casino Royale and was my first nice watch.
 
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Engee Engee
Not when, following a baccarat session, you are equally likely to find yourself in the bedroom of some mysterious woman, or diving into the marina next to the casino in order to secretly board someone’s luxury yacht.
What are you doing with this mysterious woman that requires a rugged, waterproof, ultra tough dive watch?
 
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bradurani bradurani
What are you doing with this mysterious woman that requires a rugged, waterproof, ultra tough dive watch?
Never been muff diving?
 
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Hi guys !

I have a question please, and I am new to this forum, so I am learning.

I have a pre-owned Omega Seamaster " W SE DIVER 300m l/ll/lll 41 ST/R", and Omega (through email) tells me my serial number on the lug matches the model/ref # : 2920.80.91, and was not sold to a U.S. Retailer, nor has ever been serviced, and that the model began in 2006.

From my research, this watch is exactly the same as the ref number 2220.80.00, the ONLY difference being the 2920.80.91 that I have originally came with the rubber wristband, instead of the 1503/825 steel bracelet as the 2220.80.00. However, at some point, someone did away with the rubber wristband, and put the 1503/825 steel Seamaster professional bracelet on my 2920.80.91 model.

My question is simply, does this negatively effect the watch at all, having the steel bracelet type on it, when it originally came with only the rubber wristband? As far as originality, etc.? Also, I have the box, and the red book, but the red card set is no longer present at all.

Steve in TN
 
texasmade
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S Steven Coderre
Hi guys !

I have a question please, and I am new to this forum, so I am learning.

I have a pre-owned Omega Seamaster " W SE DIVER 300m l/ll/lll 41 ST/R", and Omega (through email) tells me my serial number on the lug matches the model/ref # : 2920.80.91, and was not sold to a U.S. Retailer, nor has ever been serviced, and that the model began in 2006.

From my research, this watch is exactly the same as the ref number 2220.80.00, the ONLY difference being the 2920.80.91 that I have originally came with the rubber wristband, instead of the 1503/825 steel bracelet as the 2220.80.00. However, at some point, someone did away with the rubber wristband, and put the 1503/825 steel Seamaster professional bracelet on my 2920.80.91 model.

My question is simply, does this negatively effect the watch at all, having the steel bracelet type on it, when it originally came with only the rubber wristband? As far as originality, etc.? Also, I have the box, and the red book, but the red card set is no longer present at all.

Steve in TN
If you still have the rubber strap then it doesn't really matter. If the strap is gone see if you can buy the strap and foldover clasp if you're really concerned about the value. I know at one point the strap was available for purchase since I bought one for my 2220.80.
 
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S Steven Coderre
Hi guys !

I have a question please, and I am new to this forum, so I am learning.

I have a pre-owned Omega Seamaster " W SE DIVER 300m l/ll/lll 41 ST/R", and Omega (through email) tells me my serial number on the lug matches the model/ref # : 2920.80.91, and was not sold to a U.S. Retailer, nor has ever been serviced, and that the model began in 2006.

From my research, this watch is exactly the same as the ref number 2220.80.00, the ONLY difference being the 2920.80.91 that I have originally came with the rubber wristband, instead of the 1503/825 steel bracelet as the 2220.80.00. However, at some point, someone did away with the rubber wristband, and put the 1503/825 steel Seamaster professional bracelet on my 2920.80.91 model.

My question is simply, does this negatively effect the watch at all, having the steel bracelet type on it, when it originally came with only the rubber wristband? As far as originality, etc.? Also, I have the box, and the red book, but the red card set is no longer present at all.

Steve in TN


In general a swap from leather or rubber strap to a steel bracelet adds value rather than lowering it. To the tune of a couple of hundred quid usually. In essence since you don't have the cards in any case, you now have a 2220.80, though the lack of cards lowers the value slightly vs a full set.
 
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