Omega's legacy is synonymous with space exploration through its association with the Moon landing, yet its significant ties to the ocean are lesser-known. From Omega's pioneering 'Marine' in 1932, recognized as the world's first commercial diving watch, to its modern water-ready timepieces, Omega has maintained a robust relationship with the water throughout its history.
Omega's initial foray into diving watches dates back to 1932 with the groundbreaking 'Marine' timepiece. Featuring a detachable double case made of precious metal or gold, this watch underwent rigorous testing in the Lake of Geneva, reaching depths of 73 meters, and further evaluations by the Swiss Laboratory for watch research at an artificial depth of 135 meters. This early innovation laid the foundation for Omega's enduring connection to water-resistant timepieces, a legacy that continues today with their extensive line of watches designed for aquatic use.
Pierce Brosnan embodies James Bond in the movie GoldenEye, donning the iconic Omega Seamaster, with reference 2541.80.00.
However, it was in 1995 that Omega's Seamaster line gained widespread recognition, particularly through its association with James Bond in movies like "GoldenEye" and "Spectre." The Seamaster, launched in 1948 to commemorate Omega's 100th anniversary, evolved from a dress watch with limited water tolerance to the Seamaster 300 in 1957, marking Omega's official entry into the modern diving watch domain. Notably, before the Seamaster, the 'Marine' had already graced the wrists of pioneering divers such as William Beebe and Yves Le Prieur during their oceanic explorations. Today, Omega Seamaster models like the 'Aqua Terra,' 'Planet Ocean,' and 'Professional' continue to dominate the brand's diverse aquatic timepiece collection.
