Omega debuts a new green Seamaster Diver 300M with a titanium and bronze gold case
Zach Blass- Omega introduces hints of bronze gold to the No Time to Die-inspired segment of Seamaster Diver 300M for the first time.
- Grade 2 titanium case; matte green dial; bronze gold bezel, crown, and hands.
- The mesh bracelet configuration is CHF 100 less than the NTTD 007 Edition despite its use of bronze gold. Price: CHF 8,700 (strap), CHF 9,400 (bracelet).
Time to green? The Omega Seamaster Diver 300M No Time to Die 007 Edition was an instant classic on its release alongside Daniel Craig’s last outing as James Bond. And since then, Omega has debuted multiple variants that de-modernise and look back to the ’90s in the same manner. Non-fitted mesh bracelets, aluminium in place of ceramic, and in some instances, creamy lume. In the wake of two recent models, Omega expands this Seamaster segment yet again with a new green-dialled take that introduces bronze gold accents paired with grade 2 titanium. Andrew shares his in-hand first impressions above, and below you’ll find my thoughts.
Dimensionally, at least in a technical sense, there is nothing new to report. The 300-metre water-resistant titanium case remains 42mm in diameter, 13.8mm thick, and 49.7mm lug-to-lug. However, the injection of bronze gold into the design (limited to the hands, bezel, helium escape valve, and screw-down crown) adds significant dimension to the appearance. Through its composition of 37.5% gold, Omega’s proprietary Bronze-Au375 (technically 9k gold) alloy stabilises the material – ensuring the bronze remains pristine in lustre, and in turn, an everlasting appearance that has a solid gold look. With less precious material, Omega can offer solid gold-like visuals at a fraction of the price.
Now, I suspect many people will see this novelty and wish Omega went with a crisp white for the luminous material and bezel scale, paired with a uniformly toned case and rhodium-plated handset. When it comes to the green dial and aluminium bezel insert, though, I doubt anyone has any complaints. The element of this design I would like to shout out, however, is that the bronze gold appears to perfectly match the “aged” Super-LumiNova. This strategic use of colour really elevates Omega’s two-tone intentions, creating a cohesive creaminess of the two elements the eye is first drawn to: the dial and bezel. A subtle third tone enters the mix with the vibrant red Seamaster text and tip of the lollipop central second hand. I can’t help but think of Christmas against the dark, matte, and mossy green backdrop of the dial.
The new Seamaster 300M Titanium and Bronze Gold is not only offered on a titanium mesh bracelet the NTTD Edition made its signature, but also the commonly seen case-fitting rubber strap. As Omega is known to do, the colour of the rubber strap perfectly matches the dial and bezel insert. Inside and exhibited is Omega’s in-house, automatic, Co-Axial Master Chronometer calibre 8806 with 55 hours of power reserve, and the industrial arabesque decorations to its bridges that make Omega calibres worthy of exhibition. That being said, the exhibition of the movement is partly why the case is .8mm thicker than the NTTD.
If you watch the video, you’ll see Andrew wrestle with the question of whether or not this new Seamaster 300M is now his favourite of them all. For me, though I have yet to experience it in person, I think the No Time to Die 007 Edition is still my favourite of this sub-segment of Seamasters. That said, I think Omega executed two-tone in a strong and cohesive way with this release. Funnily enough, Andrew notably points out that, despite the introduction of bronze gold into the design, it is priced CHF 100 less than the No Time to Die 007 Edition – likely due to the special packaging if I was to guess. For me, though, this pricing conversation raises the question – would this model be better served in full bronze gold?
I could imagine a world in which a titanium model was offered with crisp white lume and a bronze gold model that used the “aged” accents we see in this design. From a pricing standpoint, I don’t think a full bronze gold case on a NATO strap would have been too far a stretch above the price of this watch on the titanium mesh bracelet.
Omega has yet to do a bracelet in bronze gold, but the 41mm Seamaster 300 Heritage in bronze gold on a leather strap is priced at CHF 12,900, so that gives us an idea of where a bronze gold Seamaster Diver 300M would start. I’d offer a rough estimate for the price of a full bronze gold variant, but since the only current solid gold Seamaster 300M with a bracelet is the gem-set James Bond 60th Anniversary model in Canopus gold at CHF 149,600, it’s not really possible.
Looking at a Seamaster 300 Heritage in yellow gold on a leather strap, its retail of CHF 38,700 is exactly three times its closest bronze gold equivalent. The caveat, however, is that the yellow gold model I am referring to has a lapis lazuli stone dial. There is also a yellow gold configuration with a malachite dial, and that is priced at CHF 38,200. So, the stone element complicates things.
But given that I’m already on the thought experiment train, a Seamaster Diver 300M in solid gold on a rubber strap goes for CHF 27,800. Divide that by three, and you get to my hypothetical bronze gold-cased model on a strap coming in at around CHF 9,300, some CHF 600 more than the actual watch we’re looking at today. Possibly not too far a stretch of one’s budget…
Horological mental masturbation aside, the final line from me is that this is a very well-executed two-tone design. As we’re aware, the use of bronze gold does yield the same two-tone sticker shock pure precious metal would elicit, and the cohesion of colour makes the “aged” elements feel more a part of the design rather than an appeal to vintage lovers with fauxtina. At the end of the day, it’s just a question of whether or not you can get behind wearing two-tone, regardless of how well-executed.
Omega Seamaster Diver 300M Titanium and Bronze Gold pricing and availability
The Omega Seamaster Diver 300M Titanium and Bronze Gold is available now. Price: CHF 8,700 (rubber strap, ~US$9,900), CHF 9,400 (mesh bracelet, ~US$10,700)
| Brand | Omega |
| Model | Seamaster Diver 300M Titanium and Bronze Gold |
| Case Dimensions | 42mm (D) x 13.8mm (T) x 49.7mm (LTL) |
| Case Material | Grade 2 titanium and bronze gold |
| Water Resistance | 300 metres, screw-down crown |
| Crystal(s) | Domed sapphire front, exhibition caseback |
| Dial | Green |
| Bracelet and strap | Mesh titanium bracelet, folding clasp Colour-matching rubber strap, folding clasp |
| Movement | Calibre 8806, in-house, automatic, Co-Axial, METAS |
| Power Reserve | 55 hours |
| Functions | Hours, minutes, seconds |
| Availability | Now |
| Price | CHF 8,700 (rubber strap) CHF 9,400 (mesh bracelet) |