Omega Seamaster Professional 300M Mid-Size Ref. 2551.80.00 (Bond Watch)
Dive Watch · Omega (Swatch Group); Luxury tier; highly respected for heritage and precision.
Period: Neo-Vintage (1990s-2000s); defined by the 'Bond Era' aesthetic featuring wave-pattern dials and skeletonized hands.
Type
Dive Watch
Brand
Omega (Swatch Group); Luxury tier; highly respected for heritage and precision.
Movement
Automatic/Self-winding; Omega Calibre 1120 (COSC Chronometer certified), based on ETA 2892-A2, 44-hour power reserve, 28,800 vph frequency.
Dimensions
36.25mm case diameter, ~11.5mm thickness, 43mm lug-to-lug, 18mm lug width.
Description
The 2551.80 is the mid-size automatic variant of the legendary watch that redefined Omega in the 1990s. Famous for its association with James Bond, it features a distinctive scalloped bezel and an intricate wave dial that catches the light beautifully.
Key Features
Helium escape valve at 10, wave-pattern dial, skeleton hands, and the iconic scalloped bezel.
Dial Description
Deep blue with signature 'wave' texture; printed luminous indices (Tritium or Super-LumiNova), skeletonized sword hands with round luminous tips, and a red-tipped seconds hand. Date window at 3 o'clock.
Case Material
Stainless Steel (316L) with a mix of brushed and polished finishes.
Crystal Type
Domed, scratch-resistant sapphire crystal with anti-reflective treatment inside.
Bezel Details
Unidirectional rotating bezel with 60-minute scale; blue aluminum insert with silver scalloped edges.
Crown & Pushers
Screw-down winding crown at 3 o'clock with crown guards; Manual Helium Escape Valve at 10 o'clock.
Bracelet or Strap
Five-piece link stainless steel 'Bond' bracelet with polished highlights and a folding clasp with a diver's extension.
Caseback Details
Solid screw-in caseback featuring the large Omega Seamaster Seahorse (Hippocampus) medallion.
Movement Type
Automatic/Self-winding; Omega Calibre 1120 (COSC Chronometer certified), based on ETA 2892-A2, 44-hour power reserve, 28,800 vph frequency.
Water Resistance
300 meters (1,000 feet); features a screw-down crown and helium escape valve for professional diving.
Origin & Provenance
Swiss Made (Bienne, Switzerland); uses an in-house modified ETA movement (Cal. 1120).
Age Estimate
Circa 1993-2005; the 'Chronometer' text on the dial suggests a mechanical version from the peak production of the Goldeneye/Tomorrow Never Dies era.
Cultural Significance
This model saved the Seamaster line, cementing it as the 'Bond Watch' and leading to decades of cinematic sponsorship.
Condition Notes
Good to Very Good; visible scratches on the aluminum bezel insert (common for this age), indices showing slight cream patina, and typical desk-diving marks on the bracelet.
Value Estimate
$2,000 - $2,800 depending on box/papers and service history. Prices for neo-vintage Omega have steadily risen lately.
Care & Maintenance
Service every 5-7 years; ensure crowns are screwed in before water exposure; pressure test annually if swimming.
Similar Watches
Omega 2531.80 (Full-size automatic), Omega 2561.80 (Mid-size quartz), Tudor Black Bay 36 (contemporary alternative with no bezel).
Interesting Facts
The full-size version (2531.80) was the first Omega worn by Pierce Brosnan in 'Goldeneye', though the quartz 2541.80 appeared first; the mid-size 2551.80 remains a favorite for those with smaller wrists.