Omega Men’s 2220.80.00 Seamaster 300M “James Bond” Automatic Chronometer Watch
July 10, 2010
- Quality Swiss Automatic movement; Functions without a battery; Powers automatically with the movement of your arm
- Domed, anti-reflective scratch-resistant sapphire crystal
- Case diameter: 41 mm
- Stainless-steel case; Blue dial; Date function
- Water-resistant to 300 M (1000 feet)
Amazon.com Product Description
Set a course for adventure with this classic Omega Seamaster 300M stainless steel men’s automatic chronometer watch, part of Omega’s James Bond collection. You’ll be able to negotiate all manner of adventures and still look stylish in the boardroom or at the baccarat table. This highly accurate, self-winding timepiece is also a great diving watch, with water resistance to 300 meters (984 feet) and a helium escape valve, which allows helium to escape from inside the watch when the watch is worn in highly pressurized environments (such as long-term underwater work evading the bad guys). The large silver rhodium-plated case measures 41mm wide (1.61 inches) and it’s complemented by a handsome stainless s… More >>
Omega Men’s 2220.80.00 Seamaster 300M “James Bond” Automatic Chronometer Watch
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This 2006 edition of the famous James Bond watch made its debut in the movie Casino Royale. Actually, there are two Omega watches in the movie; the limited edition Omega Seamaster Plant Ocean Big Size 2907.50.91 and the limited edition Omega Seamaster Chronometer 2226.80.00. The watch offered here carries on the James Bond style without the limited edition price tag.
This style of the James Bond watch first appeared in the movie ‘Golden Eye’ (1995) and is still available as the full size gents model 2531.80.00. The new 2006 model 2220.80.00 has several refinements that you should consider over the previous (but still available) model. Most notably, the automatic movement now has the newly designed Co-Axial escapement. The Co-Axial Technology reduces sliding friction compared with the lever escapement in the previous model and ensures greater accuracy over time. More importantly, it doesn’t require servicing for 10 years versus 2-3 years in the previous model. Servicing a luxury watch like Omega can be expensive. Bear in mind that any Omega watch purchased on the internet voids the International Warranty, so read the seller’s warranty terms carefully. This watch is also available in a quartz version as model 2221.80.00.
The other big change is the appearance of the watch face. The blue wave dial is a deeper shade blue with a more distinctive wave pattern and the Seamaster script is a subtle red. More apparent is the hour markings are now encased in stainless steel mountings instead of painted on as in the previous model. This alone cleans up the watch face and makes it look like it costs thousands more.
If you desire a James Bond series watch with a true Swiss movement, this is the one.
Rating: 5 / 5
Well, I guess I was supposed to have this watch. I had always wanted a Seamaster Cronometer Automatic, but never saw myself spending this kind of money, not to mention the price at an authorized dealer. Amazon sent me an email a week or so ago that had special 12 months no interest on select watches. I looked and looked and finally pulled the trigger on this fantastic blue face large size automatic. Actually, I ordered on July 31, 2009 and for $6.99 extra with Amazon Prime had it at my door before 10:00 a.m. this morning. It’s a good thing I took advantage of the offer, because as of today, the “12 months” offer is no more and the price has actually gone up!
I had somewhat of a concern by ordering a “gray market” watch, but I had ordered a Luminox ETA automatic from Amazon about 4 or 5 years ago and had good luck with it and also saved about $200.00.
I read all of the reviews here on Amazon and even went to watch forums such as [...] and read reviews. The folks on timezone appear to only purchase through authorized dealers. Fortunately by going to a forum I learned about some very important things surrounding the watch such as serial numbers and a little “red dot” that Omega applies to watches out of the factory. I had concerns about this and thought that if I saw anything suspicious that I could just return the watch to Amazon. Man was I happy after inspecting it! Sure enough, all of the serial numbers were there from the multiple cards that come with the watch to the little “medallions” that are tied to the watch upon opening. The watch itself has the laser engraved serial number in the appropriate place also. I had heard that some “gray market” watches do not come with everything, from what I have seen, my purchase from Amazon did. I realize that it can only be covered under warranty through Amazon, but by saving hundreds if not close to a “grand” that’s fine with me.
Now to that little “red dot”. Sure enough it is there and it acts as a tiny little “bridge” between the case and the screwed on case back. It tells you if anyone has opened the case since it came from the factory as the little dot will break upon opening the case. I guess if someone really wanted to take the time they could “paint” it back on, but it would be difficult as I’m not sure it’s exactly paint.
This is the new “007″ watch with the Co-Axial movement in it and it is super quiet! If I didn’t know that it was an auto, I’d think it was a quartz. You can’t feel it moving around either on your wrist.
The fit and finish of the watch is second to none. I’m really not sure why Rolex charges as much as they do, the Omega seems like a bargain actually, even though it’s still an expensive watch. So far, as I write this review at 4:31 p.m., it seems to be keeping fine time. I’ll have to wait and see how it is tomorrow. When I received my Luminox I had to take it and have it calibrated as it was way too fast upon arrival, it keeps perfect time now. I’m hoping that this Omega Chronometer will not need adjusting. You’d think since it is a “certified chronometer” that you would not need it, but I’ve read of several people having to have theirs adjusted, even folks that bought from authorized dealers.
I can see why this model is so popular, it’s just a really fine time piece. Those luminous hands and hour markers as just as stated, they glow bright and for a long time!
I know that some say that they would NEVER buy “gray market”, but I’ve always had excellent service with Amazon and since I had no issues with my first watch from them, I’m sure glad I took advantage of their offer and purchased this fine time piece! All in all, for the savings it was worth it and I’ll continue to purchase my time pieces from Amazon.
Hope this review helps anyone with reservations about purchasing an expensive time piece from Amazon.
Take care
UPDATE: December 13, 2009
Merry Christmas all. Just wanted to give a short update on my SMP 300. As You can see, I purchased this watch back in August. This has to be one of the finest watches that I have ever purchased hands down! It keeps perfect time. I can set it to an atomic clock and it will still be within 1 second 72hrs later. Amazing. Again, by purchasing mine through Amazon, it came with all of the cards, boxes, matching serial numbers, red dot on caseback in tact, everything!
Seasons Greetings!
Rating: 5 / 5
The four true luxury watch companies (in my limited, but somewhat informed opinion) are Breitling, Cartier, Rolex and Omega. If you want a true luxury watch, buy a Omega! The 2220.80.00 is commonly known as the “Bond Watch” (as seen in the past four 007 movies). This Seamaster 300m Co-Axial Chonometer is a great luxury watch, stylish and manly. Be careful to learn about Authorized Dealers vs. “Grey Market” watches. ALL Omegas sold online are “Grey Market” since Omega does not allow internet sales, hence your warranty will probably not be honored by Omega directly but by some watch company (beware!). Want to learn more about luxury watches check out Timezone.com before buying to make sure you get the right watch. I got the watch for my 40th Birthday (Thanks Steve!) and I love it!
Rating: 5 / 5
I think the watch is a work of art, very solid, and very well finished. Appears to keep very good time. My only concern with the entire transaction has to do with Amazon warranty/support on the watch. I was having difficulty with getting the date to change correctly and initially thought there was a problem with the watch. I called Amazon to ask them about it and to notify them that there might be a problem with my watch. They said someone from the Jewelry dept at Amazon would call me the next day to address my concerns or send me a new watch (I am within the 30 days of purchase). It has been 2 weeks, I am beyond my 30 days not for exchange and the Amazon Jewelry dept has yet to call me. I have left another message. I hope I have solved the situation with the date functionality as it appears to be working now but I am surprised at Amazon support. I have not run into this before with Amazon but I have also not purchased jewelry from them befor. There may be an issue that buyers need to be aware of…also the Omega Seamaster Co-Axial that I have comes with a 3 year Omega warranty but that warranty is somehow voided if you buy it through Amazon and all they give you is a 2 year waranty through Amazon. That does not seem to make sense either and the Amazon customer service person had no answer for that issue and I have not received a call back on that one either…all in all I would say the watch is a fantastic piece of jewelry but I am a bit concerned about Amazon cusotmer service.
Rating: 3 / 5
I actually own this specific watch (#2220.80.00) and is my 2nd Omega (have five year old Speedmaster). It is a beautiful watch and like other Omegas you get comments on it. If you have not owned an Omega then you will be impressed by the feel and quality of the watch. For these kind of watches it doesn’t feel heavy at all but a comfortable feel to it when wearing. Accuracy? Let’s face it, a cheap $20 quartz is more accurate but it is rated a chronometer (don’t confuse the term chronograph with lots of dials) and I gain 2 seconds a day. This is good because it is easy to update but stopping the clock a few seconds a day and watches tend to slow until the next cleaning. The Co-Axial feature is not a gimick (look at the Omega site for an animation on how this works) and results in the watch being certified a chronometer. Compared to my older non-coaxial Speedmaster (new ones have coaxial) here are my observations:
*With my older automatic you could feel the automatic movement as it spun around when wearing it. The Seamaster doesn’t have that moment and is quiet. When listening to it much more pleasant than the Speedmaster but I know most would say who cares.
*With my older automatic when you did rewind it it would offer a lot of resistance and almost cut into your thumb. The new one offers just a little resistance but rewinds the watch. You could wind it all day without getting callouses.
As for as warrenty: Others have pointed out that you lose one year of warrenty if you buy it through Amazon. I also think you may not get the card that certifies it is a chronometer which may be important for some and not for others. I bought it through the Navy exchange military store but of course not an option for some. The advantage is that the military is a certified Omega seller.
Only negative (maybe not for some): The watch dial is really more black than blue as shown in the picture…looks more like black wave not blue wave. OK, maybe it is a dark Navy blue. Still not a deal breaker for this watch. Good value for the price. I’ve found I didn’t really need all the “bells and whistles” of my chronogragh Speedmaster. If you need reading glasses nice to have big broad dials such as this watch which is easy to read.
Rating: 5 / 5