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Omega Seamaster Waffle Cross-Hair Ref. 2759-12C

A little texture goes a long way.

Dating to circa 1956, this Omega Seamaster Ref. 2759-12C pairs a compact 34 mm steel case with a beautifully aged cream waffle-style dial. Fine vertical texture runs across the surface, intersected by a cross-hair layout that gives the dial much more depth than a conventional silver Seamaster from the period.

Gold-tone Arabic numerals at twelve, three, six and nine are mixed with slender markers and matching hands, bringing some warmth to the otherwise cool steel case. The patina has softened the dial considerably over the years, which only makes all that texture more enjoyable under the acrylic crystal.

This is also the Seamaster from before the Seamaster became synonymous with dive bezels. Omega introduced the collection in 1948 as a robust everyday watch, and these mid-fifties examples still combine that practical origin with the proportions of a proper dress watch.

Inside is a hand-wound movement, keeping the watch slim and simple. The steel bracelet changes the character nicely too, giving the 34 mm case a little more presence than it would have on leather.

A textured mid-fifties Seamaster with cross-hair detail, warm patina and plenty going on once the light hits the dial. Small, understated and considerably more interesting up close. Available at Reestraat 3, Amsterdam.

Year

1956
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€ 2.890

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Brand Omega
Diameter 34 mm
Model Seamaster
Bracelet/strap: Steel
Reference 2759-12c
Buckle/clasp Original steel folding clasp
Year of production (circa) 1956
Lug Width 18 mm
Material Steel
Set Content Watch only
Crystal Acrylic
Warranty 2 year (AWCo)
Dial color Cream
Movement Hand-wound

The Omega Seamaster was introduced in 1948 and is, as such, the longest continuously running line within Omega’s catalogue. While these early Seamasters might look like dress-watches by today’s standards, their unique selling point was the use of an O-ring gasket between the case and the screw-in caseback. This development, taken from Submarine innovation during WWII, provided the watches with waterproofing that is anything but dressy. A major upgrade over older lead and shellac alternatives.

In 1955, a Seamaster was taken to a record depth of 62,5 meters by diver Gordon McLean, off the coast of Australia. Note that this is still before it took on the archetypal form-factor of a dive watch in 1957, with Ref. CK2913. Since then, models with and without divetime bezels have co-existed within the Omega Seamaster collection.

1950’s And 1960’s non-divetime-bezel Seamasters offer amazing value within today’s vintage market. Despite their modest diameter, they tend to have great wrist presence due to sporty, beefy cases. Countless variations exist, from rare curtain-dial double-signed Seamasters to fancy lugs and cross-hair dials. Great finishing and quality movements ensure these are still awesome everyday watches today. Since they were produced in relatively large numbers, a good example does not break the bank like some technically and historically lesser watches do.

The vintage diving Seamasters, such as the Ref. CK2913, Milspec Seamaster 300 or the famous PloProf, have become highly sought-after and collectible.

It is impossible to write about the Omega Seamaster without mentioning James Bond. When Pierce Brosnan took on the role of British super spy in 1995’s Goldeneye, a tricked-out quartz Seamaster diver was on his wrist. Different Seamasters have featured in all Bond-franchise films since. There was even a sly dig at Omega’s biggest rivals in Casino Royale when a James Bond/Vesper Lynd conversation went: “Rolex?” “Omega.” “Beautiful!”  Oh snap!

The Omega Seamaster collection has everything you could want from a watch. The history, the significance, the quality and the sheer variety. From simpler versions that present massive value, to highly collectible and extremely rare examples. A cool, understated look with an adventurous undertone. We love them!

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