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25 YEARS above and below THE WAVES

Loved for its design and ocean technology, the original timepiece signalled OMEGA's triumphant return to the world of diving watches and also ignited the brand's long-standing partnership with James Bond. Now, 25 years later, a bold new collection has arrived, a stylish gift for your gentleman.

OMEGA is unveiling a complete facelift of this famous watch in 2018, with 14 unique models, including 6 in stainless steel and 8 in a mix of stainless steel and 18K gold.

Now sized at a larger 42 mm, each new Diver 300M has been given a Master Chronometer Calibre 8800, instantly taking the collection into a higher realm of precision, performance and magnetic resistance.

Every detail of the outward design has also been rethought, including the iconic diving bezel, which is now made from ceramic with the diving scale in Ceragold™ or white enamel (for longer-lasting whiteness and durability).

The dials are also made from polished ceramic and are available in black, blue or sun-brushed PVD chrome colour. Most notably, OMEGA has reintroduced the wavy pattern (now laser-engraved) that was a popular feature of the original design.

All indexes have been raised and filled with Super-LumiNova and, to keep track of the days, the date window has been moved to 6 o'clock. Even the skeleton hands (rhodium-plated, 18K gold, or blued) have been subtly reshaped, which fans of the model will surely notice.

One of the Diver 300M's most important details has always been its helium escape valve. For the new models, the valve has been given a conical shape and has been patented by OMEGA with an ingenious technology that allows it to be operated underwater.

Turning the watch over reveals a wave-patterned edge on the caseback, as well as sapphire crystal, through which you can see the METAS-approved movement.

Finally, each model is presented on a traditional iconic metal bracelet or an integrated black or blue rubber strap. The metal bracelets feature a new ergonomic design and have been closely integrated to the case. They also include OMEGA's patented extendable foldover rack-and-pusher with a helpful diver extension.

Discover innovative technologies of world-renowned Swiss watch manufacture OMEGA at
Omega Boutique Central Embassy
Tel. 02 160 5959,
Siam Paragon Tel. 02 129 4878 and The Emporium Tel. 02 664 9550.

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