Seamaster 300m Chrono

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Michael Hope

·Dec 4, 2011

I just put a deposit on a Seamaster 300m Chrono from an AD but i noticed the crown was not a screw in type, I thought they were?

 

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dsio

·Dec 4, 2011·Ash @ ΩF

Michael Hope

I just put a deposit on a Seamaster 300m Chrono from an AD but i noticed the crown was not a screw in type, I thought they were?

The crown is definitely a screw in type.

 

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Michael Hope

·Dec 4, 2011

So something is not right, i will check it again when i go back.

 

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dsio

·Dec 5, 2011·Ash @ ΩF

Michael Hope

So something is not right, i will check it again when i go back.

Just to verify are we talking about the crown, or the pushers? The pushers are NOT screw down, the crown is.

 

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Michael Hope

·Dec 5, 2011

I was talking about the crown, but its ok the AD checked it and its fine.
Thanks for the reply!

 

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Michael Hope

·Dec 10, 2011

I just picked up my Seamaster, I love the blue! I cant get the picture to upload ?

 

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ulackfocus

·Dec 10, 2011

If you're using Photobucket, copy the code in the last box (IMG code) under the picture and paste it into your post.

 

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Michael Hope

·Dec 10, 2011

Thats what im doing, just gives me a broken link icon. works in the other forum I use.
Oh well ive put it as my avatar.
Thanks for the reply

 

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cvhdvm

·Dec 12, 2011

How do you like love the SMPC 300M? I have the black dial version - it's a work horse!

 

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Michael Hope

·Dec 13, 2011

I am loving it! it is running 2 secs fast over 3 days.

 

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dsio

·Dec 13, 2011·Ash @ ΩF

The 7750 based Cal 1164 movement is capable of exceptional accuracy, especially since the movement is already chronometer grade, BEFORE Omega takes the movement and replaces parts to upgrade its performance even further. You notice that because of the extra heavy rotor that Omega fit to it, when you flick it certain directions you get a distinct wobble of the rotor spinning that shakes your wrist. The winding efficiency of these things is absolutely exceptional.

 

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ulackfocus

·Dec 14, 2011

Ashley - they don't do that much modification to the 1164, and what little is done is probably done for them by ETA:

http://www.watchtalkforums.info/forums/general-discussion-forum/49600.htm

 

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Michael Hope

·Dec 14, 2011

OK so if I am understanding, this is a standard movement not made by Omega?

 

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ulackfocus

·Dec 14, 2011

Michael Hope

OK so if I am understanding, this is a standard movement not made by Omega?

Correct - it's a Valjoux 7750 with a little customization order by Omega. It's a solid & dependable movement though - nothing to sneeze at. 👍

 

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Michael Hope

·Dec 14, 2011

I still love the watch but I still feel kinda duped when the website says it has an Omega movement.

 

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Trev

·Dec 14, 2011·The Architect

I suppose it's similar to how (even some high-end) car manufacturers start with a base engine, then add their own improvements/tweaks.

Looking at the official Omega site, you would sort of assume it was an in-house movement since they've put their name to it: "Omega 1164".

 

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ulackfocus

·Dec 14, 2011

That's the way the watch industry is. Don't feel bad though - we've all been there. Besides, you could do a LOT worse than a 7750 or any ETA-made movement for that matter. Hublot Big Bangs cost triple what your Omega sold for and still use ETA/Valjoux movements. They only just developed their own in-house movements and they charge thousands more for them on top of their outrageous prices.