[wilfreb]

ok guys, i have a 2254.50 on its way to me and here are some questions that i will love to know.


when was it first introduced [year]?

you can know the year by the serial number?

does the red second hand really fade over time?

is the case exactly the same as the bond?

whats the red thing on the caseback that indicates that the watch hasnt been opened?

is the bezel easy to scratch?


thanks a lot pals, hope to se some answers.

 

[wilfreb]

20 views and no answers?

 

[triton]

I'm not sure about your first two questions Wilf.

I haven't seem a faded red second hand,but in time I'm sure it will discolor,which IMO will look nice along with the rest of the aging process watches go through.

I believe the case is the same as the Bond,just the bracelet is different.

The red dot is an indication that the caseback hasn't been opened; however it could wear off in time from washing etc...

The bezel is inclined to getting scratched just like any other metal surface.Omega uses 316L stainless steel,the Smp has a sleek design,so it would be less prone to get scratched, than for instance, the Submariner that sits higher on the wrist.

hope this was helpful Wilf.

 

[diver88]

I believe I was told the first 2054-2254's were produced in 2001.

I can tell you if it was produced before or after mine(from the serial#) and approximate the age in that manner, but Omega can tell you when it was shipped from Bienne.. and whether a COSC is still available.

the red dot I understand is a small glob of a vinyl paint acting as an old time type seal, if you will. it appears to be very easy to dislodge or remove, as I never saw it on either of my Omegas.

the case I assume is the exact case,although it may have some differences.. I'm not positive.

the red tip on the second hand has not appeared to fade on mine at all, I don't know.

hope that helps,

diver88

 

[bczolone]

I can attest to the fact that the bezel scratches very easily, I've had mine 3+ weeks and although I don't remember hitting anything the bezel already has some nice nicks in it, and of course the clasp is all scratched up too.

Oh well, I wear my watches for both the "coolness" factor and because they are what they are, a watch, to be worn and used.

 

[Houston]

Guys

Any watch will be scratched if you place it in harm's way. In my pre-WIS days, I would simply stick my wrist into any nook and cranny. What did it matter, it was only a tool was my way of looking at it.

Now of course things could not be more different. Wilf, enjoy your watch but of course, do look after it. If you're going to be hauling heavy boxes or meandering your wrist in between metallic or abrasive surfaces you'd obviously be asking for something to happen. Should you have occasion to perform work which was potentially hazardous to a watch, well, simply remove the watch and of course do remember to place it on its' side and not dial up as the contact of the bracelet with the caseback will result in some blemishes over time. If you accord your watches TLC, you'll have nothing to worry about.


Be well pals

ZIN

 

[wilfreb]

thanks triton and diver 88.

in another forum i was told it was introduced in '98 but looks like the seamaster isn't a followed watch like the sub, that every wis knows every date of every modifications.

the serial on my watch is 80737175 can anyone tell me the year of production?

thanks pals.

 

[Houston]

Actually I thought it was 1998 too since that was the 50th anniversary of the Seamaster and the Black GMT of 1998 had the caseback bearing the " 50 years " legend. The 2254.50 is a " followed watch " Wilf though perhaps in a different way. Omega's SN sequence has changed so many who have presented SN listings have not managed to keep up to date with it. I imagine if one did ask Omega how the numbering goes, the answers may well be forthcoming much as they were in respect of the new model reference numbers when I asked a few weeks back.

If you look at the SNs of the Speedy Pro for instance, there are experts who have produced charts linking the numbers to yr of manufacture.

Then of course you could also see it as testimony that Omega lovers enjoy their watches and see them as timeless entities not pigeon-holed by date of manufacture.


Be well pal

ZIN

 

[diver88]

well, I was told by Omega in Bienne (I looked it up) the the 2054.50 was released in the U.S. in late 2000 and the 2254.50 was first released in early 2001(everywhere else), and the U.S. got the 2254.50 late in the year 2001. I can't really say for sure, but that is straight from Bienne.

my serial starts with 813XXXXX, and the COSC end testing date was 1/06/06 and the "sale" date was 8/27/06 new. I have a 809XXXXX serial that dates to 10/05 COSC end test date sold new 7/06.

just a guess, and Bienne can tell you but I would think the watch was produced probably sometime in 2004... just a guess, we know it was at least before 10/05.

hope that helps,

oh, and here's my 2254 to help you through till you get yours:thumbup:

diver88:thumbup1::thumbup1:

 

[LarryD]

And that glob of red paint really isn't good for much.

I suppose a new owner could look and ensure that his caseback was not removed since it covers the joint where they seal together..

 

[Wally]

I agree with Diver. The 2254 was introduced in the 2000s.

I think the 1998 batch included the titanium and electric blue sword hand Seamasters, but the 2254 did not come until later...

As for scratching, the case design really helps to avoid scratches in very noticeable areas, but that doesn't mean it's not vulnerable. Unlike a Submariner that's more prone to daily collisions, a Seamaster won't hold up against scratches. I've seen 10-20 year old Rolex sport watches that look better than a 3 month old Seamaster...

 

[wilfreb]

wow guys, thanks a lot.

 

[wilfreb]

i think here is the answer.

 

[triton]

well, I was told by Omega in Bienne (I looked it up) the the 2054.50 was released in the U.S. in late 2000 and the 2254.50 was first released in early 2001(everywhere else), and the U.S. got the 2254.50 late in the year 2001. I can't really say for sure, but that is straight from Bienne.

my serial starts with 813XXXXX, and the COSC end testing date was 1/06/06 and the "sale" date was 8/27/06 new. I have a 809XXXXX serial that dates to 10/05 COSC end test date sold new 7/06.

just a guess, and Bienne can tell you but I would think the watch was produced probably sometime in 2004... just a guess, we know it was at least before 10/05.

hope that helps,

oh, and here's my 2254 to help you through till you get yours:thumbup:

diver88:thumbup1::thumbup1:

Terry,you are killing me with that awesome photo :biggrin:

I want one of those sooooo bad :drool:

 

[diver88]

Mr Larry,

just returning the favor bud:thumbup:

you been torturing me with those beautiful pictures of the "Electric Blue"

for a while now:lol::lol:

see what I mean?? it's only fair:lol::lol::lol:


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diver88