Introducing: The Seamaster Diver 300M Chronograph 007 First Light

From a product perspective, the new twist on the Seamaster Diver 300M Chronograph certainly feels a bit more lively compared to the current options in Omega’s catalog, thanks to the additions of the bronze gold accents that, as I mentioned earlier, do quite well at improving functional legibility of the timing element. Aside from the printing on the exhibition caseback, 007 branding on the watch is minimal, which I think is always a good move. 

The gargantuan dimensions of the watch, however, I think will firmly relegate this watch to the largest-wristed among us, and no changes to the dial can convert someone like me with a 6.5″ wrist. Sure, a NATO strap might improve comfort, but it also means the watch will wear taller than its 17.2mm height. Omega’s straps are very high quality, but slim they are not. Pricing is essentially an even split between the standard prices of the steel Seamaster 300M Chrono ($9200 on rubber, and $9600 on bracelet). It’s up to you if that’s worth it for the colorway tweaks and Bond connection, but it’s less of a premium than we likely would have guessed for a Bond edition.