Welcome to SM600 rogues’ gallery! A little background information Omega introduced the Seamaster 600 -series in 1964 and production lasted to 1969. SM600 proved to be a successful product for Omega and gigantic quantities were sold. At the time it was the entry level Seamaster, a rich man’s Genève, so the popularity makes sense. The name “600” is a reference to the family of calibers used: 601, 611 (date) and 613 (quickset date). These are manual wind watches. Cases came in two sizes. References are: Caliber 601: 135.011 (34.5mm) and 135.012 (32.5mm) Calibers 611 & 613: 136.011 (34.5mm) and 136.012 (32.5mm) Lug width is 18mm on all references. In terms of dimensions and case design, the SM600 is a typical 1960s watch. It is quite slender and at 34.5mm feels very “vintage-y” on the wrist. To be honest, the case design is fairly austere and uninteresting – which means that it’s all about the dial. And luckily here we have something for everyone as Omega produced numerous variants, some being quite rare. Text on the dial varies depending on production years: starting with Seamaster 600 (1964-1966), then Seamaster 600 Genève (1967-1968) and with late production models just having Genève (1968-1969) with the Seamaster 600 text omitted from the dial while the case back still features the engraved Seamaster logo. I’m a fan of Seamaster 600. These are usually relatively affordable, 6xx caliber works great and you can find them in excellent condition due to the popularity of the line. Further reading: Everything you need to know about Omega Seamaster 600 Seamaster Companion & Technical dials Seamaster 600 & 30 with Black ‘Military’ Style Dial - Reference Thread Here’s my trio: black/gold, white/gold and black/technical. Let’s see Your SM600! Bonus pic of caseback with elegant engraving.
I love Seamaster 600’s. On one hand they’re manual wound, non chronometer movements with pretty basic cases. On the other they have a bullet proof movement and a huge range of dials, some of which are quite rare. I particularly like the black technic/military style dials along with the textured dials. Ridiculously I’ve sold most of these but any new ones will likely be keepers. Full lume ‘military’ style dial. Case was slightly polished and the crown was wrong but the dial was amazing.
This one is a keeper and literally arrived back from service today. Excuse the white marks - they’re on the crystal. Apart from some very minor lume loss the dial is pretty much perfect. https://omegaforums.net/threads/sea...military’-style-dial-reference-thread.140447/
Great little watches, some very nice examples here too. This one was originally my grandfather's, been in the family since new. Dial has picked up some damage over the years but personally I really like the added character.
Beautiful watches, one of my favourite references,here it is mine , unfortunately got stolen on the shipping process when i sold it….Now I will never forgot it! SS 135.012 cal 601 full arabic dial
An Omega 600 was my first watch. I purchased it while on leave in December 1964 (almost my whole leave pay). It accompanied me on many adventures and to many places, starting with South Vietnam in June 1965. How I came to lose it is lost in the mists of time, but I have a vague memory of a card game where I thought I knew how to play poker. Here is a replacement I found some years ago.
I just acquired this one. I think these are really enjoyable at the wrist, especially with a 1168 bracelet.
Maybe it's one of those ultra rare caseless stick on varieties. They are a bitch to find in good condition.
Can anyone recommend a (affordable) bracelet for SM600? Modern or vintage. I've been using this mesh bracelet from Jürgen's and I think it looks good but I would like to expand my bracelet horizons.