2000s Omega Seamaster 300M Automatic Mid Size 36mm 2236.50

Here we have a versatile and distinctive 2000s Omega Seamaster 300M automatic Mid-Size 36mm 2236.50. The Seamaster 300M is a cornerstone of modern dive watch history, famously debuting in 1993 and gaining iconic status on the wrist of James Bond. This mid-size reference features a 36mm brushed-and-polished stainless-steel case. A case thickness of 12mm and a compact lug-to-lug length of 43mm provide exceptional comfort and a balanced presence on smaller wrists. On the right side, a signed screw-down crown is protected by sleek, integrated crown guards, while the signature helium escape valve sits at 10 o'clock. The striking 18k white gold unidirectional bezel features deeply scalloped edges for grip, polished raised numerals, and graduations against a textured, frosted background. A sapphire crystal sits above a classic black dial adorned with Omega’s iconic wave pattern. An outer minute track surrounds applied prominent trapezoidal and rectangular hour markers filled with bright Super-LumiNova. At 12 o'clock, a triangle index anchors the design, balanced by a date window at 3 o'clock. Bold "sword" hands and a sweeping seconds hand with a luminous tip offer immediate legibility in low-light conditions. Below the 12 o'clock Omega motif, the dial reads "Seamaster Professional Chronometer 300m/1000ft" printed at 6 o'clock. On the reverse, a solid screw-down case back features the engraved Omega Hippocampus. Inside beats the Automatic Omega Cal. 1120, a chronometer-certified movement with 23 jewels, a 44-hour power reserve, and a frequency of 28,800 beats per hour. It comes paired with its 18mm brushed-and-polished stainless steel Omega bracelet, secured by a signed folding clasp with a dive extension.

This watch is sold as ‘Watch Only’; therefore, it comes without its original Omega presentation box or paperwork. It comes paired with its 18mm brushed-and-polished stainless steel "Speedmaster-style" bracelet, secured by a signed folding clasp with a dive extension, and it will fit up to a 6.9-inch wrist. The watch is from Circa. 2000s and is sold in worn condition, but overall it is in fair condition, as you can see and comes with our 12-Months NON-Waterproof Warranty.

This is probably my favourite mid-size Omega Seamaster from this entire era. The proportions are just spot on at 36mm, especially if you prefer watches with a slightly more compact fit, but the thing that really elevates this reference for me is the 18ct white gold bezel. It adds a subtle richness and depth that most people completely overlook until they see one in person. Combined with the black wave dial and classic Bond-era Seamaster design, it feels like the perfect balance between tool watch and luxury sports watch. A seriously underrated reference that wears brilliantly today. Snap it up and add it to your collection today, whilst you still can!

Reference : 2236.50.00
Movement : Automatic Omega Cal. 1120
Age : Circa. 2000s
Year : Circa. 2000s
Case Size : 36mm
Case Thickness : 12mm
Lug to Lug : 43mm
Lugs : 18mm
Condition : Pre-Owned
Box and Papers : None
Case Material : Stainless Steel
Warranty : 12-Months NON-Waterproof Warranty
The wrist model's wrist size is 7inch

Formerly known as the La Generale Watch Co., founded in 1848 by Louis Brandt in La Chaux-de-Fonds. When he died in 1879, his sons carried on his dream. In 1880, they moved to 96 Rue Jakob-Stampfli, where they remain today. The brothers produced their first mass-produced calibre, the Labrador, in 1885. Just a few years later, in 1892, they produced the first minute-repeater. In 1903, they renamed the company Omega until 1982, when they officially changed their name to Omega SA. During WW1, Omega watches were used as official timekeepers for the Royal Flying Corps and the US Army. In 1930, Omega and Tissot merged together to form Société Suisse pour l'Industrie Horlogère (SSIH) In 1931, another group was formed - Allgemeine Schweizerische Uhrenindustrie AG (ASUAG). Where SSIH was primarily French-speaking, ASUAG was founded by the more German-speaking members of the Swiss watch industry. In 1948, they introduced the first edition of one of its most symbolic watches: the Seamaster. Omega first introduced the Constellation in 1952. At the time, it was Omega's flagship timepiece. The first models had a Cal. 354 bumper movement in them. Later in 1955, Omega introduced the Automatic Cal. 50x, followed in 1959 by the Cal.55x (no date) and 56x (date) versions. Many of the Constellations came with pie-pan dials, diamond indexes, and fancy lug configurations. All the gold Constellations of that time have the Observatory of Geneva hand-engraved on the back. The stainless steel and stainless steel/gold versions had a gold medallion on the back with the Observatory of Geneva. The eight stars above the Observatory stand for the many exploits of Omega in the world Chronometer competition. Celebrating the fact that all Constellations are Chronometer Certified. In 1962, when astronaut Wally Schirra wore a Speedmaster on his Mercury Sigma 7 Mission, making it the first Omega watch to enter space. After rigorous tests, NASA used Omega for all their Apollo missions, including the 1969 Moon landing of Apollo 11. Today, Omega is still an astronaut's first choice. In 1969, President Nixon famously said it was “too valuable” and turned down the first-ever all-gold Speedmaster Professional Deluxe. As a response to the ever-growing threat of electronic watches to the manufacturers of mechanical watches, Omega and many Swiss brands, such as Rolex and Patek Philippe, formed Centre Electronique Horloger (CEH). Prototypes began to appear in 1967, with their production starting in 1968. Then, in 1972, Omega introduced the reference 198.030, which included the Omega calibre 1250, a ‘tuning-fork electronic movement which was made under licence from Bulova. Later, we saw a merger of SSIH and ASUAG into SMH, or Société de Microélectronique et d’Horlogerie. This merger took place in 1983. In 1992, the company acquired Blancpain, and in 1998, they officially rebranded themselves from SMH to the Swatch Group. Then, in 1999, they purchased and integrated Breguet into the Swatch Group.