In November 2020, Omega launched a limited-edition dive watch in cooperation with Nekton (a non-profit research foundation dedicated to promoting the exploration and protection of the global ocean). The Omega Seamaster Diver 300M Nekton Edition 42 mm replica ref. 210.32.42.20.01.002, its purpose of protecting the marine environment coincides with the sustainable development concept of the famous Swiss professional watch brand OMEGA.
Nekton and OMEGA
Nekton is the leading non-profit association in the UK dedicated to protecting our oceans through accelerated scientific exploration. Nekton cooperates with Oxford University and cooperates with marine countries to accelerate scientific exploration and protect the health of our oceans. The "first descent" is a series of missions currently being carried out in the Indian Ocean. To perform this mission, Nekton relies on a submersible submersible, which the team nicknamed Seamaster 2 to commemorate Blake.
Peter Blake is one of the most famous aquatic explorers and competitive yachtsmen. He tragically died in an Amazon expedition in 2001. Blake hopes that people will fall in love with the aquatic environment through his exploration and build awareness through education. That was about 20 years ago.
They hope from the inside of this ship, by 2030, to understand how the ocean is changing and its reasons through cutting-edge technology, in order to support at least 30% of ocean protection. Omega Seamaster Diver 300M Nekton Edition replica is representative of this task, carrying over everything we know from the 300M series, but adding a new bezel crafted from grade-5 titanium, as well as a specially finished caseback and movement. In essence, this watch allows owners to directly support the protection of underwater environs around the world.
The Dial
Although the dial retains the iconic wave pattern, once again some of the details have changed. First of all, the classic Omega Seamaster 300M replica has an engraved pattern in negative relief. The Nekton edition, just like the Ceramic edition, has a brushed ceramic dial with a “positive relief” wave pattern, meaning that the waves are raised from the surface (and not recessed). Another important update: this Omega Nekton edition replica gets rid of the date window at 6 o’clock, something that many will certainly appreciate. The rest of the elements are familiar, with applied markers and openworked hands. Some red accents are used to highlight the Seamaster logo and the seconds hand.
The Case
The case is maybe the most common shared feature between this replica Omega Seamaster Diver 300M Nekton and the classic version. Sized at 42mm in diameter, with a height of 13.5mm, it is identical in shape and finishings. Made of polished and brushed stainless steel, with the typical “lyre” twisted lugs, it is a solid diver’s case with a well-protected screw-down crown, helium escape valve at 10 o’clock (the latter having a conical shape, new to this generation of SM300) and water-resistance rated at 300m or 1,000ft. Robust and very well assembled, it makes the Seamaster a true action diver.
The Bezel
The main evolution found on this Omega Seamaster Diver 300M Nekton copy is the bezel. The characteristic black or blue glossy ceramic insert has been eliminated. Omega has gone for something totally different, resulting in a unique edition of the SM300 with its own personality. The insert is made of grade 5 titanium. The markers and diving scale are the result of a laser ablation process. Instead of “engraved’ markings in negative relief, the diving scale is in positive relief, adding texture and a 3D effect. The base of the bezel has a deeply grained textured, and the markers are polished, bringing the desired contrast – a similar process is used on the iconic tri-metal (titanium, gold, tantalum) chronograph version. Naturally, the bezel is still unidirectional.
The Bracelet
There’s little wrong with the 9-row bracelet for this Omega Seamaster Diver 300M Nekton watch replica. But yet, I prefer it on the rubber strap. The rubber strap gives a sportier look and a nice contrast with the steel (and titanium). I feel that this watch on the bracelet is a bit too metallic, for my taste. However, if I am to purchase this new Omega Seamaster Nekton edition copy, I think I will buy it on a bracelet and add the rubber strap separately. Based on experience, I know it is often more expensive to buy a steel bracelet than to add a separate strap. Just in case I change my mind in the future. When you’re very confident you never want to wear it on the bracelet, it will save you a few hundred for sure.
The Caseback
The submersible that the Nekton Foundation is using, goes by the name of Seamaster 2. Named after the ship that Omega ambassador Sir Peter Blake sailed. I’ve touched upon that in the introduction article the other week as well. The Seamaster 2 is embossed on the caseback of this new replica Omega Seamaster Nekton 42 mm edition. Although I wasn’t aware of Nekton before Omega partnered with them, I do think it looks very cool on the watch. Even when I would not particularly interested in Nekton, I would not mind having it on the caseback of the watch. This also results in being unable to see and enjoy the looks of the movement, of course.
The Movement
In the initial announcement, I wrote that this watch had a movement with a “special luxury finish”. Although it does have a very nice finish, I interpreted the press release from Omega in the wrong way. I thought it had a finish different from the other caliber 8800 movements. It doesn’t. It has the Geneva waves in arabesque as you can see above. Caliber 8806 is a nice movement to observe, but you’ll have to work with pictures of it. It is the same movement as used in the titanium Omega Seamaster 300M Bond replica. What I like about it, is that it doesn’t have a date complication. It keeps the dial very clean. And in all honesty, I don’t need a date on a watch. When I wake up in the morning, I see the date on my iPhone, and don’t need to be reminded everytime I look at my watch.
The Basics
Brand: Omega
Model: Seamaster Diver 300M Nekton Edition replica
Reference Number: 210.32.42.20.01.002 (on rubber) and 210.30.42.20.01.002 (on steel bracelet)
Diameter: 42mm
Thickness: 13.5mm
Case Material: Stainless steel, with a grade-5 titanium bezel
Dial Color: Black
Indexes: Applied markers
Lume: Yes
Water Resistance: 300m
Strap/Bracelet: Rubber strap or stainless steel bracelet
The Movement: Caliber 8806
Functions: Hours, minutes seconds
Diameter: 29mm
Power Reserve: 55 hours
Winding: Automatic
Frequency: 3.5Hz
Jewels: 35
Chronometer Certified: Yes, and METAS certified
Additional Details: Special finishing with Geneva waves in arabesque and rhodium-plated rotor and bridges
Conclusion
At present, the Nekton special edition of the Omega Seamaster 300m diving watch replica is already on sale. The model on a rubber strap (Ref. 210.32.42.20.01.002) is priced at EUR 5,800, and the version on a steel bracelet (Ref. 210.30.42.20.01.002) retails for EUR 6,100. The Nekton Special Edition of the Seamaster 300-meter diving watch inherits the brand's unique style in design, and the meaning of the watch itself also contributes to the protection of the ocean.
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