Omega Seamaster 1000 'Grande' Diver

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SKU AS02687
SKU AS02687

Why We Love it

Why We Love It

After bursting on to the dive watch scene with the Seamaster 300 in 1957, Omega invested heavily in R&D throughout the 1960's in their quest to make their watches up to any underwater task. Indeed, their client list reads like a "who's who" of the golden age of underwater exploration - The Royal Navy, COMEX, and Jacques Cousteau were all known for their affinity towards Omega divers.

Distinguished by it's large satin-brushed monocoque case, notched unidirectional bezel, 9:00-position crown and 5mm-thick mineral crystal, the Seamaster 1000 eclipsed even the the PLOPROF as Omega's most water-resistant model ever produced, having safely been tested at over 1,000 meters (that's 3,300 feet) underwater.

This example of the Seamaster 1000 feels as though it just stepped out of the 1970s — the large steel case sports a mint service dial and bezel that sing a tune typical of 70's divers, and the vibrant orange service plongeur minute hand pops, adding an air of whimsy that many collectors associate with Omegas from this era.

The Story


In the 1970s, the American company IUC (International Underwater Contractors) was a well-respected commercial dive company was famous among professional divers for its forays into saturation diving, laser and radio navigation and experimenting with closed-circuit television equipment. The forward-leaning company was equipped, most notably, with a small submersible with highly articulated arms, known as Beaver Mark IV.

In 1975, IUC tested Omega's latest addition to the Seamaster collection and successor to the famed Seamaster 600 PLOPROF, the Seamaster 1000, or Reference 166.0093, attaching the model to the articulated arms of the compact submersible.

A:S Guarantee

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Our Pledge

Analog:Shift stands behind the authenticity of our products in perpetuity.

Condition

Since our pieces are vintage or pre-owned, please expect wear & patina from usage and age. Please read each item description and examine all product images.

Warranty

We back each Analog:Shift vintage timepiece with a one-year mechanical warranty from the date of purchase.

International Buyers

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Shipping & Returns

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All of our watches include complementary insured shipping within the 50 states.

Most of our products are on hand and will ship directly from our headquarters in New York City. In some cases, watches will be shipped directly from one of our authorized partners.

We generally ship our products via FedEx, fully insured, within 5 business days of purchase. An adult signature is required for receipt of all packages for insurance purposes. Expedited shipping is available at an additional cost. We are also happy to hand deliver your purchase in Manhattan or you may pick it up at our showroom.

Returns must be sent overnight or by priority international delivery, fully insured and paid for by the customer. A restocking fee may apply. Watches must be returned in the same condition as initially shipped.

We welcome international buyers, please contact us prior to purchase for additional details on shipping and payment options.

Omega Seamaster 1000 'Grande' Diver

Omega Seamaster 1000 'Grande' Diver

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Omega Seamaster 1000 'Grande' Diver