Seamaster 300

[logan2z]

Probably settle around $4200 in the used market...Maybe lower..

I would think maybe lower. With a decent discount I'd think you could buy new for about $5K.

[CGSshorty]

wish it had a date though

date windows almost always ruin these vintage inspired pieces.

... and lack of date ruins any watch for me.

Date window doesn't ruin 6309 either. So

If Seiko built a new 6309 I'm sure they would do something stupid with the date window. Look at all the terrible dates on the vintage inspired Longines and Hamiltons. Awful.

[toxicavenger]

That 300 looks great without that blingy bracelet on it.

[mechnut]

I must be the only one who likes the bracelet

[jeckyll]

wish it had a date though

date windows almost always ruin these vintage inspired pieces.

... and lack of date ruins any watch for me.

Date window doesn't ruin 6309 either. So

If Seiko built a new 6309 I'm sure they would do something stupid with the date window. Look at all the terrible dates on the vintage inspired Longines and Hamiltons. Awful.

Good point.

A decent date layout is a rarity.

[Heuerville]

I must be the only one who likes the bracelet

I don't mind it either.

[JP Chestnut]

Probably settle around $4200 in the used market...Maybe lower..

I would think maybe lower. With a decent discount I'd think you could buy new for about $5K.

I agree. The used market for PO 8500s is shockingly low, and they are similar at MSRP.

[demer03]

I must be the only one who likes the bracelet

Nope...me too

[CGSshorty]

I like the bracelet as much as I like any other bracelet.

[Joeprez]

The bracelet looks good, I prefer fully brushed bracelets but on a "vintage" watch as this one, it works.

I want an 300 watchco... But wouldn't mine one of these

[hoppyjr]

Nice!! The only Omega I would like to have.

And an SMPc.
And a speedy pro.

Those plus your Sub and BB would make a great one watch guy!

You can read my minds.

I thought you were a one mind guy.

He's of two minds about that ...

Petre has two minds, but he's out of both of them.

As for the bracelet; brush that baby, just like a GMT-c.

I predict PO8500 prices will rise on the used market. Great watch, just that these things sometimes go in cycles. Anyone remember the prices on used DSSD's after the initial release hype died down? For a while they were high 5's - low 6's.

[JP Chestnut]

Nice!! The only Omega I would like to have.

And an SMPc.
And a speedy pro.

Those plus your Sub and BB would make a great one watch guy!

You can read my minds.

I thought you were a one mind guy.

He's of two minds about that ...

Petre has two minds, but he's out of both of them.

As for the bracelet; brush that baby, just like a GMT-c.

I predict PO8500 prices will rise on the used market. Great watch, just that these things sometimes go in cycles. Anyone remember the prices on used DSSD's after the initial release hype died down? For a while they were high 5's - low 6's.

I think the problem with the po8500 is the thickness. I Would love to own the Ti version in 42mm and at the current prices it's a great deal. Unfortunately it's just so damn thick. It's not 19mm like the DSSD, but it's still thick at 16mm especially with its not so flat case back.

[BBK357]

Man that looks great. Just when you think Tudor stole the throwback market here comes Omega. This is gonna sell bunches as long as the price is right.

And my favorite vintage date is a roulette date wheel. I hope it starts to come back in the future-

[jeckyll]

... but maybe without the damn Cyclops!

[BBK357]

... but maybe without the damn Cyclops!

[logan2z]

Called my local boutique and AD, neither have it in stock yet. Bummer.

[hoppyjr]

Nice!! The only Omega I would like to have.

And an SMPc.
And a speedy pro.

Those plus your Sub and BB would make a great one watch guy!

You can read my minds.

I thought you were a one mind guy.

He's of two minds about that ...

Petre has two minds, but he's out of both of them.

As for the bracelet; brush that baby, just like a GMT-c.

I predict PO8500 prices will rise on the used market. Great watch, just that these things sometimes go in cycles. Anyone remember the prices on used DSSD's after the initial release hype died down? For a while they were high 5's - low 6's.

I think the problem with the po8500 is the thickness. I Would love to own the Ti version in 42mm and at the current prices it's a great deal. Unfortunately it's just so damn thick. It's not 19mm like the DSSD, but it's still thick at 16mm especially with its not so flat case back.

Actually I don't find it all that thick. Not much different than the MM300, right? Specs alone should not be the deciding factor, you really need to try it on if you haven't. The relatively short lugs make it hug the wrist pretty well.

[Panerai7]

The watch is cute but I'd never pick it over PO8500. Yeah it'll look good in the right pictures with a right vintage filter and a background of some peeling paint telephone booth and washed out khaki shirts but on the wrist it'll look like a constipation attempt at something it's not.

Edit: I think you want vintage then get vintage. Otherwise baking a brand new watch in the oven doesnt make it vintage...yes I'm drinking

[JP Chestnut]

Nice!! The only Omega I would like to have.

And an SMPc.
And a speedy pro.

Those plus your Sub and BB would make a great one watch guy!

You can read my minds.

I thought you were a one mind guy.

He's of two minds about that ...

Petre has two minds, but he's out of both of them.

As for the bracelet; brush that baby, just like a GMT-c.

I predict PO8500 prices will rise on the used market. Great watch, just that these things sometimes go in cycles. Anyone remember the prices on used DSSD's after the initial release hype died down? For a while they were high 5's - low 6's.

I think the problem with the po8500 is the thickness. I Would love to own the Ti version in 42mm and at the current prices it's a great deal. Unfortunately it's just so damn thick. It's not 19mm like the DSSD, but it's still thick at 16mm especially with its not so flat case back.

Actually I don't find it all that thick. Not much different than the MM300, right? Specs alone should not be the deciding factor, you really need to try it on if you haven't. The relatively short lugs make it hug the wrist pretty well.

I've never had one sized for me, which I'm sure helps. However, it's slightly thicker than my EZM1 which is flatter on the bottom and more curved on top. I'm really interested to see if the new clasp comes to the PO. If so, the older ones are going to take a further hit on resale. In any case, it's a great looking watch and a huge bargain compared to a mint 2500d version, or the LM LE.

[Joeprez]

Nice!! The only Omega I would like to have.

And an SMPc.
And a speedy pro.

Those plus your Sub and BB would make a great one watch guy!

You can read my minds.

I thought you were a one mind guy.

He's of two minds about that ...

Petre has two minds, but he's out of both of them.

As for the bracelet; brush that baby, just like a GMT-c.

I predict PO8500 prices will rise on the used market. Great watch, just that these things sometimes go in cycles. Anyone remember the prices on used DSSD's after the initial release hype died down? For a while they were high 5's - low 6's.

I think the problem with the po8500 is the thickness. I Would love to own the Ti version in 42mm and at the current prices it's a great deal. Unfortunately it's just so damn thick. It's not 19mm like the DSSD, but it's still thick at 16mm especially with its not so flat case back.

Actually I don't find it all that thick. Not much different than the MM300, right? Specs alone should not be the deciding factor, you really need to try it on if you haven't. The relatively short lugs make it hug the wrist pretty well.

The 8500 wears thinner on the wrist, even on my "manly" 6.75" wrist. Hoppy is right, you gotta try it.

[hoppyjr]

Nice!! The only Omega I would like to have.

And an SMPc.
And a speedy pro.

Those plus your Sub and BB would make a great one watch guy!

You can read my minds.

I thought you were a one mind guy.

He's of two minds about that ...

Petre has two minds, but he's out of both of them.

As for the bracelet; brush that baby, just like a GMT-c.

I predict PO8500 prices will rise on the used market. Great watch, just that these things sometimes go in cycles. Anyone remember the prices on used DSSD's after the initial release hype died down? For a while they were high 5's - low 6's.

I think the problem with the po8500 is the thickness. I Would love to own the Ti version in 42mm and at the current prices it's a great deal. Unfortunately it's just so damn thick. It's not 19mm like the DSSD, but it's still thick at 16mm especially with its not so flat case back.

Actually I don't find it all that thick. Not much different than the MM300, right? Specs alone should not be the deciding factor, you really need to try it on if you haven't. The relatively short lugs make it hug the wrist pretty well.

The 8500 wears thinner on the wrist, even on my "manly" 6.75" wrist. Hoppy is right, you gotta try it.

Plus the domed crystal is part of that measurement. It doesn't wear any taller than a MM300 or U1 in my opinion. The case back is flat and sapphire. The 8500 sounds thick but is very wearable.

[cdnwatchguy]

Watch looks cool, bracelet is ugly and on leather it looks stupid. otherwise a winner.

[Joeprez]

So.... NATO?!?!?

[cdnwatchguy]

So.... NATO?!?!?

[giosdad]

Where do you think the price will end up in a year or two? This would be an amazing daily wearer for vintage guys.

Those were exactly my thoughts.