VS Factory Omega Seamaster 300m Ceramic Dial Watch Review

The Omega Seamaster Diver 300M model is produced by VS Factory with a high-tech ceramic case, standard case diameter and ETA 2836-2 caliber architecture in accordance with Swiss norms. It is among the most successful 1:1 super clone watch reviews on the market, with its sapphire crystal AR coating glass, original case tolerances and detailed workmanship.

But we cannot say that it is perfect. The mechanism installed in the VS Factory Omega Seamaster 300 series is actually a deck mechanism; Nevertheless, the imitation of the general form is quite successful. It should not be forgotten that Omega's integrated 8800 movement emerged from the development of the 8500. Although the two differ technically, they look extremely similar from the outside. Since VS Factory has previous experience in producing replicas of the 8500 integrated movement, it has managed to keep the appearance fidelity of the 8800 movement high.

The diameter of the watch is the same as the original, namely 42 millimeters. Exterior details are meticulously processed, the workmanship is truly flawless. The case, shaped as a single piece of forged 316 stainless steel, adds a distinct richness to the appearance of the 300 with the combination of brushed and polished processes.

Case and Body Workmanship

“White enamel” workmanship was preferred for the hour markers and fonts on the ceramic bezel; In this way, it does not yellow easily, is long-lasting and looks extremely bright. Compared to the old version, the v2 version has corrected the lume point in the inverted triangle on the bezel and it is no longer crooked. Of course, the lume point is a must for a diving watch.

Dial and Hand Details

The ceramic structure of the dial gives the surface a very strong texture and the ceramic does not discolour at all; VS also followed the same step and used the same material. The black ceramic dial gains a much sportier atmosphere when combined with the water wave texture engraved on it. The round nail-shaped hour markers placed on the dial are larger than the old model; The hour and minute hands in the form of an enlarged, engraved broadsword make it even easier to read the time. There is lume on both the hour markers and the hour and minute hands, and the painting is applied extremely smoothly.

Glass and Sapphire Crystal

Sapphire glass has a blue coating on the front and back; It looks extremely beautiful in the light. The date window has been moved to position 6 from position 3 in the old model; The window is processed with the chamfering technique (wide on the outside, narrow on the inside) and gives a very strong sense of depth. The date works skip forward and the sound is full and clear.

The surrounding surface of the stainless steel case is polished and brushed; Both color and touch are at a high level. The “conical” relief valve, located at position 10 on the right side of the new Seamaster 300, is more beautiful in appearance than the old model. The double-shouldered polished engraving on both sides of the winding crown at position 3 looks quite perfect when combined with the curve of the lugs. The iconic “Ω” logo of the Omega brand is engraved on the tip of the crown; The surroundings of the crown are designed with a serrated pattern that prevents slipping, which makes setting the time more comfortable.

Movement and Caliber Performance

In this model with a transparent case back design, the outer edge of the stainless steel case back is processed with a circular wave pattern; This complements each other with the water wave texture on the dial, and the appearance of the movement can be viewed perfectly from the back of the case. Unlike the VS Factory Omega Seamaster 150 meters, the Seamaster 300 does not use an integrated mechanism; Instead, the original 8800 caliber, which is obtained by modifying the Seagull 2836 caliber, is used. Of course, the workmanship deserves appreciation; The shock absorber and black balance wheel are also the same as the original.