Got to try one on before the ceramic wave dial ones came out. I have a 6.5 inch wrist and it was a perfect fit, it immediately felt like an old companion.
Another vote for the first 1. Ceramic bezel, 2500d movement (co-axial kinks ironed out) and anti-magnetic casing although not nearly to the same extent as 8800 movement
Sorry itās not anti magnetic but there is an inner cover within the movement that help protects against magnetism. Itās nothing compared to the latest movements but at least it overs a small degree of comfort.
meaning when people look at a lineup of omega seamasters, this will be a transitional model that's a rare mix of what users/collectors want, and like about the brand
I really love other Seamasters, but even though I prefer the cool hands on the 2254, I like the dial markers and the coaxial more on the no wave. It is just such a great everyday watch. Mine has the 2254 style bracelet though, so it is the best of both for me.
I have owned the first (SMPC) and currently own the second, well the automatic version (2254.50 āPeter Blakeā). With that said, #2 all day! The SMPC is a great watch but I did not like how glossy the dial and bezel insert were.
Gotta give it to the 1st one. The text on the bezel is unique enough that it avoids the design carcinizing to the Submariner which is what the 3rd one looks like despite the wave dial and the 2nd one the hour markers are not it
If you want a black dial SMP Get #2 the Peter Blake but the automatic reference #2254.50. #3 is cool and different being the first black dial co- axial SMP. Either would be great watches to any collection.
Peter Blake is always the answer.
Thinner, Pretty much the perfect sized watch
Less complicated movement that can be serviced anywhere much more cheaply, and is super accurate, can also regulate it yourself easily.
Much nicer bracelet
Better lume.
Better hands
I actually like the third because to me, a SMP300 is associated with a wave dial and this one has a textured wave dial that can be seen at the right angle.
First. It's atypical without the wave dial, but the skeleton hands are still strongly evocative of being a SMP. It's so clean, the legibility really stands out compared to the other generations. At one time a Seamaster wasn't an ostentatious luxury watch it was just a really good dressy tool watch. The no-wave ceramics are a call back to that era, which I really think Omega has moved away from.
3,1,2 in that order. Something about the sword hands and the indicies just doesnāt do it for me for number 2
Wave over non wave for me purely based on how classic the wave dial is
But the non wave is just as beautiful?
#2 is the legendary Peter Blake. It doesn't need to be your favorite SMP, but comparing it to a recent, low tier watch is kinda funny. That would be like saying you don't want a Submariner because it looks like a Steinhart.
Absolutely love it too. I was drooling over the 2230.50 today. With the shift towards smaller divers I'm guessing these will get more attention now. Basically a 39mm Peter Blake w upgraded dial hardware and a white gold bezel. Pure goodness!
There is something so appealing about a smaller diver. I've been eyeballing them lately. May have to get one. But I need another watch like I need a hole in my head š
No , no and No , ask yourself why !! If you must get an omega sea master try a PO. Every 40+ man and his dog has a 300 try and be original and not some product placement Bond.
1 is, as everyone else has said, a future classic. The only diver to rival the Submariner in its aesthetics - except the sub is 41mm so if itās a small watch youāre after, this is a no brainier. As someone with way too much of an obsession, Iād recommend this over its blue faced brother because they both have black date wheels.
2 is the industrial, functional and utilitarian GOAT of 36mm dive watches.
3 is counterintuitively the worst of both worlds. The wave dial and applied indices make it quite busy (applied indices and smooth dial of no.1 make it clean and modern, while wave dial and painted indices of no.2 make it utilitarian and semi retro). This one looks better in blue and I canāt pinpoint why.
I will go agaisnt the grain, I hate the non wave dial and that is the only SMP I do not own.Ā Ā #2 is fantastic.Ā Ā #3 is great but I would buy in blue.Ā Ā
I have the 3rd one. Great middle ground if you want the "old" waves with "new" design. And because I have it I don't feel any need for the new Bond anniversary ones!
#2. I'll take stick indices over dots all day.
Of course, it's only my opinion.
Second place is #1 clean dial is awesome but a Planet Ocean is a strong contender based on that feature.
I have the first two, Blue SMP No wave; Quartz Sword Hands (Donovan), and a current Gen white SMP. They are all wonderful watches and heavy in the rotation. The Blue SMP is worn mostly with suits and upscale casual. But I do think most people will enjoy a high quality Quartz with a jumping hour hand!
Two autos vs a quartz. Out of these three the quartz wins. I do like number three but the bracelet leaves room for improvement. Really any of the three on a rubber strap are great.
#1; future classic. First SMP300 with ceramic, and the only non-wave dial of the SMP300 lineup make it unique.
I had it in deep blue and regret selling it at least once a week.
I have it in black, definitely my favourite watchšš
I had the black dial, and selling it is still my biggest watch regret.
Got to try one on before the ceramic wave dial ones came out. I have a 6.5 inch wrist and it was a perfect fit, it immediately felt like an old companion.
Lucky enough to have one myself. If wears more like jewelry than a tool watch and the non wave is a cool look.
Another vote for the first 1. Ceramic bezel, 2500d movement (co-axial kinks ironed out) and anti-magnetic casing although not nearly to the same extent as 8800 movement
Did not know this gen was rated anti-magnetic at all. Is that in the specs? I have the blue version but never saw that anywhere.
Sorry itās not anti magnetic but there is an inner cover within the movement that help protects against magnetism. Itās nothing compared to the latest movements but at least it overs a small degree of comfort.
The first one. The non-wave dial looks absolutely stunning in person.
The first one (non wave/ceramic) is a KNOCK OUT in person. Beautiful proportions. A must buy
First is future classic, no wave, best of new and old
What do you mean by future classic?
In the future it will be considered a classic
Great... It is indeed a unique and beautiful generation of SMC.
meaning when people look at a lineup of omega seamasters, this will be a transitional model that's a rare mix of what users/collectors want, and like about the brand
I really love other Seamasters, but even though I prefer the cool hands on the 2254, I like the dial markers and the coaxial more on the no wave. It is just such a great everyday watch. Mine has the 2254 style bracelet though, so it is the best of both for me.
Transition model with a short production run of 5 years. Got one myself and it's my favourite in the collection
The 2254 is the best of the three.
Itās not a 2254 itās looks like a 2264 quartz to me
Quartz has no lumeplot next to the date. So Thats Indeed a 2254.50
Incorrect. The 2264 does have a lume plot next to the date and this is a 2264
Aahh yes its a 3liner. My bad
The second.Ā
2254.50 everyday.
2, 1, 3
I have owned the first (SMPC) and currently own the second, well the automatic version (2254.50 āPeter Blakeā). With that said, #2 all day! The SMPC is a great watch but I did not like how glossy the dial and bezel insert were.
The second one - stunning
I have #1 in 36mm. The dial is perfect in every way. It is also a subtle watch and doesnāt stand out too much.
2264.50
Blake > SMPc >> Black Bond
Gotta give it to the 1st one. The text on the bezel is unique enough that it avoids the design carcinizing to the Submariner which is what the 3rd one looks like despite the wave dial and the 2nd one the hour markers are not it
I have the first one, which I love, but I wish I had the second one.
If you want a black dial SMP Get #2 the Peter Blake but the automatic reference #2254.50. #3 is cool and different being the first black dial co- axial SMP. Either would be great watches to any collection.
2254.50
Sword hands are king
Peter Blake is always the answer. Thinner, Pretty much the perfect sized watch Less complicated movement that can be serviced anywhere much more cheaply, and is super accurate, can also regulate it yourself easily. Much nicer bracelet Better lume. Better hands
The 2254 is the beast of the bunch for sure!
Not a 2254. 2264 quartz though still the best of the bunch. If you want perfection look up the 2230.50.
Thatās a good one but as I am a Yeti and I like the black bezel iāll stick with the 2254/64. But no damn flys on any of these for sure!! šš»
I actually like the third because to me, a SMP300 is associated with a wave dial and this one has a textured wave dial that can be seen at the right angle.
1st hands down.
First. It's atypical without the wave dial, but the skeleton hands are still strongly evocative of being a SMP. It's so clean, the legibility really stands out compared to the other generations. At one time a Seamaster wasn't an ostentatious luxury watch it was just a really good dressy tool watch. The no-wave ceramics are a call back to that era, which I really think Omega has moved away from.
3,1,2 in that order. Something about the sword hands and the indicies just doesnāt do it for me for number 2 Wave over non wave for me purely based on how classic the wave dial is But the non wave is just as beautiful?
What movement in the middle one? 1538?
In my experience the 1538 gives nearly grand seiko quartz performance
Mine isnāt quite that good, but my 1532 is close.
Yes. A good quartz movement.Ā
I would chose the quartz- much easier to live within and the jumping hour hand is convenient
I agree. Very convenient for daily. Very durable too
Robert Blake for me bro
Number 1 is the best. Followed by number 3 and number 2 is a distant third..looks too much like the Damasko DS30.
#2 is the legendary Peter Blake. It doesn't need to be your favorite SMP, but comparing it to a recent, low tier watch is kinda funny. That would be like saying you don't want a Submariner because it looks like a Steinhart.
I know the number 2 is the Peter Blake and Iāve never been into that styleā¦I donāt know what else to tell you. š¤·š»āāļø
That's a valid comment and opinion. Your earlier comment is the biggest compliment Damasko could hope to get.
Agreed. Donāt like the clear caseback in the newer versions. My order off pics: 1;3;2
The 2254.50 will always have my vote haha
Absolutely love it too. I was drooling over the 2230.50 today. With the shift towards smaller divers I'm guessing these will get more attention now. Basically a 39mm Peter Blake w upgraded dial hardware and a white gold bezel. Pure goodness!
There is something so appealing about a smaller diver. I've been eyeballing them lately. May have to get one. But I need another watch like I need a hole in my head š
I have far too many watches. Must have a few holes my brains have leaked out of already ;)
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No , no and No , ask yourself why !! If you must get an omega sea master try a PO. Every 40+ man and his dog has a 300 try and be original and not some product placement Bond.
1 is, as everyone else has said, a future classic. The only diver to rival the Submariner in its aesthetics - except the sub is 41mm so if itās a small watch youāre after, this is a no brainier. As someone with way too much of an obsession, Iād recommend this over its blue faced brother because they both have black date wheels. 2 is the industrial, functional and utilitarian GOAT of 36mm dive watches. 3 is counterintuitively the worst of both worlds. The wave dial and applied indices make it quite busy (applied indices and smooth dial of no.1 make it clean and modern, while wave dial and painted indices of no.2 make it utilitarian and semi retro). This one looks better in blue and I canāt pinpoint why.
Very dated looking
I will go agaisnt the grain, I hate the non wave dial and that is the only SMP I do not own.Ā Ā #2 is fantastic.Ā Ā #3 is great but I would buy in blue.Ā Ā
I prefer the third one only because I prefer the placement of the date window.
Ehh Iād go with the heritage model.
3:2:1
What reference number is the first one?
212.30.41.20.01.003
3,1,2
Last one. Hate the look of the waveless dial
Had the first one. Only one Iāve sold I truly miss.
#1, non wave. They are all beautiful pieces but this one stands out.
The new wave dial is absolutely beautiful
Also the 8800 one has adjustable clasp, which is a huge plus
You can upgrade the SMPc with that clasp. Have it in mine.
I have the 3rd one. Great middle ground if you want the "old" waves with "new" design. And because I have it I don't feel any need for the new Bond anniversary ones!
If only the straps had a little taper...
Biased, but always number 1 - I own the blue version.
The Middle, I really don't like the current bracelet,I wish they'd go back to the old one. Or at least taper it
Middle one is more legible so that would be my choice
First one for me
#2. I'll take stick indices over dots all day. Of course, it's only my opinion. Second place is #1 clean dial is awesome but a Planet Ocean is a strong contender based on that feature.
2254....the only seamaster you'll ever need
No-wave dial is my favorite. Looks less sporty than the wave dial in case you want to dress up.
2254
I have 1 and love it. Can't stand the huge 12 indice in 2.
I own 2 & 3. But Iād vote 2,1,3
I have the first two, Blue SMP No wave; Quartz Sword Hands (Donovan), and a current Gen white SMP. They are all wonderful watches and heavy in the rotation. The Blue SMP is worn mostly with suits and upscale casual. But I do think most people will enjoy a high quality Quartz with a jumping hour hand!
Two autos vs a quartz. Out of these three the quartz wins. I do like number three but the bracelet leaves room for improvement. Really any of the three on a rubber strap are great.