Omega Seamaster Professional 196.1522

The Omega Seamaster Professional Diver 300M reference 196.1522 represents a legendary milestone in Omega’s modern renaissance. Introduced in the late 1990s, this mid-size quartz model delivers the exact visual architecture and professional-grade diving physics that defined Pierce Brosnan’s James Bond era, but in a beautifully balanced 36mm format. Highly prized on the pre-owned market, the 196.1522 is a spectacular “Neo-Vintage” pickup for enthusiasts who want the classic, unmistakable aesthetic of the original 1993 Seamaster Diver but prefer a more traditional, understated wrist presence.

The visual anchor of the 196.1522 is its radiant blue dial, etched with Omega’s original, deeply textured ocean-wave pattern. The face layout balances tool-watch utility with high-end refinement, deploying hollowed-out skeleton handset and round hour markers filled with premium luminescent material for a vibrant glow in low-light environments. A framed date window sits cleanly at the 3 o’clock position, all beautifully protected beneath a scratch-resistant, domed sapphire crystal that ensures lasting optical clarity under any conditions.

Crafted from marine-grade 316L stainless steel, the 36mm case is engineered to survive demanding underwater environments. The exterior features the collection’s signature scalloped, unidirectional rotating blue bezel insert with a 60-minute elapsed tracking scale. Positioned at 10 o’clock on the case flank is a functional helium escape valve—a hallmark of true saturation dive watch engineering. Complete with a heavy-duty screw-down crown and a solid caseback embossed with the famous Omega Hippocampus (seahorse) logo, the watch carries a professional waterproof depth rating of 300 meters (1,000 feet / 30 bar).

Powering this Seamaster is the highly dependable Swiss Omega Calibre 1538 quartz precision movement. Favored for active lifestyles, this high-grade electronic movement removes the need for manual winding or power reserve monitoring, delivering incredible accuracy and immense shock resistance. It also features a clever End-of-Life (EOL) indicator, causing the seconds hand to jump in distinct four-second intervals to warn you well in advance when the battery requires a swap. The watch is completed on the iconic, ultra-ergonomic five-piece link stainless steel “Bond style” bracelet, secured by a brushed fold-over clasp with an integrated diving extension.

This timepiece has undergone a thorough inspection of water resistance, accuracy, functionality and condition to determine the level of reconditioning required to meet our strict standards. It has also been referenced against technical documents and manufacturer records where available to ensure authenticity and a clean history.

Topwatch 12 Month Warranty Included.

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