Omega “James Bond” 2531.80.00 $1800.00 Without question the most popular Omega watch ever produced. Right out of the gate in 1993 this watch was a great seller. I didn’t hurt that it was featured in several James Bond movies from that era. This one is particularly appealing as it was sold new at Bill Le Boeuf Jewellers in the spring of 2000 by a local collector customer. The watch was used regularly but in rotation with a few other watches so the overall condition is quite good showing only minor evidence of wear. As with all of the early Seamaster 300s the tip of the second hand has completely faded from the original bright red to white. A red sharpie can easily convert it back if you like. All functions and features are working as designed. The automatic chronometer rated movement is running well and keeping time. This model has been retired from production, replaced by the updated co-axial escapement model of similar appearance. The basic design the original is becoming desirable from a vintage perspective. All white text of the dial and logo, simple stenciled hour markers without frames, lightly embossed wave pattern on the dial are all features the latest Seamaster is lacking. Although this is a far from rare watch they are very popular and do not come in too often. With a known pedigree complete with everything originally supplied from the factory from boxes to price tag this example of model 2531.80.00 won’t last long. Including a one year warranty estate priced at $1800.00. Stock #e8393.
Posted on: Fri, 05 Sep 2014 14:06:37 +0000